Rosenberg, TX
A welcoming space where great food meets laid-back fun. This spot combines delicious meals with a cozy, modern atmosphere—perfect for hanging out with friends, enjoying a game of pool, or catching...
Entertainment and Recreation Businesses For Sale
Industry Info
Restaurant/ Asset Sale/Turnkey Opportunity
$80,000
Cash Flow: $230,000
Adventure-style Miniature Golf Course + Land in Houghton Lake
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Prudenville, MI
This is a rare opportunity to own and operate a family-friendly seasonal business in the heart of Michigan's beautiful resort community of Houghton Lake. Open from May through September, this 18-hole...
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$450,000
Cafe , play area for Children & party room
New York
Established children's entertainment venue combining a cafe, play area, and party room located in a high-traffic shopping plaza on Staten Island, NY. This unique family-focused business has been...
$179,000
Four Top-Performing Family Entertainment Centers Ran Absentee
Ohio
This is a rare portfolio acquisition opportunity to own four of the top-grossing locations in one of America’s leading Family Entertainment systems. Strategically positioned in high-traffic,...
$19,978,794
Cash Flow: $3,632,508
2 Seat Virtual Reality Roller Coaster
Naples, FL
Turnkey Virtual Reality Roller Coaster Business in High-Traffic Mall – Naples, FL Step into the future of entertainment with this fully operational, attention-grabbing 2-seat VR roller coaster...
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$15,000
Cash Flow: $1,500
Downtown Bar & Nightclub
Santa Barbara, CA
Located at the heart of lower State Street in Santa Barbara, Whiskey Richards has been a popular establishment since 2005, offering an unparalleled selection of whiskeys and a vibrant atmosphere. Its...
$495,000
Turn-Key Tanning Spa, Clothing Boutique, and Social Event Space
Surf City, NC
Sea Mist & Grace Tanning Spa and Surf City Social Event Lounge offer a rare, dual-revenue stream investment in one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing coastal markets. Both businesses are...
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$250,000
Thriving Georgian Bay Cruise Boat Business
Collingwood, ON
FOR SALE: Thriving Georgian Bay Cruise Business – Turnkey & Fully Renovated Set Sail into Opportunity! This is your chance to own a well-established and profitable boat cruise business on beautiful...
4
$795,000
Event Ticket Reseller
Ontario, CA
Since 2015 , we have been on a mission to enrich people's lives and create lifelong memories through live events as one of the leading ticket reseller companies in the North America. We have employees...
$27,867,070
Cash Flow: $2,991,160
Established Marathon Jet Ski Tour Business: High Growth Opportunity
Marathon, FL
An exceptional opportunity to acquire Legendary Jet Skis Marathon LLC, a well-established and highly-rated jet ski and kayak tour company located in the heart of the Florida Keys. Strategically...
6
$145,000
Established boat and Jetski rental in Clearwater
Clearwater, FL
Established Boat and Jetski Rental Business - Clearwater, FL This thriving watercraft rental operation offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Florida's premier beach destinations. Established in...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Premier Waterfront Wedding Venue with Luxury Home & Private Beach
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Havelock, NC
Your Dream Business and Luxurious Home in Coastal North Carolina: Are you looking for a profitable business venture that combines elegance, serenity, and the opportunity to live in a breathtaking...
6
$3,895,000
PS Air & Bouschet Wine shop 47, 21 & 58 Liquor Licenses
Palm Springs, CA
First, step aboard Ps Air, an aviation-themed nightclub that captures the spirit of flight with a unique speakeasy vibe. This popular venue offers a delightful dining experience paired with specialty...
$650,000
Retail / Corporate Unique Entertainment Venues
$1,990,000
Ramsey County, MN
Wedding venue -beautiful and rustic vibe, with amazing food.
New Jersey
Tucked away in the countryside, this charming venue blends rustic elegance with modern convenience. Surrounded by mature trees and thoughtfully landscaped grounds, it offers a serene backdrop for...
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$769,000
Cash Flow: $381,000
Established Entertainment Franchise Location for Sale
Cumberland County, ME
Confidential: Established national franchise brand in market sector experiencing strong growth and consumer adoption. Only location in State, strong market share. Totally passive for owner. Multiple...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Paul Sanchez
Benchmark Business Brokers
Serving Bexar County, TX
Seasoned Business Broker with 44 years of experience in selling small to medium sized businesses.
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Downtown Spokane, WA Nightclub Bar Business for Sale on Busy Division
Spokane, WA
Prime Division Street location. Located Near the Convention Center, Davenport Grand Hotel, Double Tree Hotel and many other hotels. Surrounded by multiple bars and restaurants. This Location is Prime...
$150,000
Hockey Tracking Tech Business
St. Louis City County, MO
Earn an additional $70k+ /year from servicing 5 events /week using hockey’s most advanced player analytics system. Drive Hockey makes NHL-level analytics simple and affordable for amateur hockey...
$20,000
Semi Absentee Family Fun Center
Charlotte, NC
**This is a FRANCHISE RESALE** Established in 2008, this beloved family fun center in South East Charlotte, offers a fantastic opportunity for an owner-operator or an absentee owner. This turnkey...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $111,000
Gaming Cafe for Sale
South Chicago Heights, IL
Gaming Cafe and Bar located in a desirable, high-visibility area, next to two big box retailers. This beautifully updated space offers a welcoming and modern atmosphere in a high traffic area. The...
$120,000
Pontoon Boat Rental Business for sale
Indian Rocks Beach, FL
ESTABLISHED PONTOON BOAT RENTAL BUSINESS - PRIME HOTEL LOCATION This profitable pontoon boat rental business has been serving customers since 1981 from its exceptional dockside location at a major...
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$69,999
Cash Flow: $44,000
D.C.s Most Renowned and Trend-Setting Nightclub
Washington, DC
This is the club that started it all, and for the first time in 30 years it is available for a Buyer who brings fresh energy to set the trends for the decades to come. The club's new venue maintains...
$687,000
Cash Flow: $210,947
Profitable turn-key metaphysical store in Sedona.
Sedona, AZ
Offerings at this store include 7 jewelry cases, Crystals, Spiritual tools, healing services and psychic readings. The foundation of this location’s offerings has been built over the last 9 years and...
6
$145,000
Unique Entertainment Venue with Restaurant in a Great Location!
Virginia
This successful entertainment venue was started in 2021. It was designed with a unique concept that includes an unusual competitive sport with great food and loads of fun. Perfect for date night,...
2
$795,000
Cash Flow: $121,771
Golf Cart Rentals on Galveston Island Texas
$850,000
Galveston, TX
Iconic Restaurant & Entertainment Venue - A Beloved Local Landmark!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
W Hazleton, PA
Iconic Restaurant & Entertainment Venue! Beloved local landmark offering a large commercial space perfect for dining, events, or large church/recital type gatherings. Includes ample off-street...
6
$325,000
Fast Growing Kids Play Space for Sale: Prime Location, High Potential
Gaithersburg, MD
Kids Play Gallery is a premier children’s entertainment and education center that offers a unique blend of play and learning in a well-structured imagination town center. With a proven track record of...
6
$175,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Profitable Indoor Children's Playground with Growth Potential
Corona, CA
Romp-o-Rama, located in a thriving community in Corona, California, is a well-established and highly regarded indoor children’s playground. Established in 2015, Romp-o-Rama has set and continues to...
6
$1,500,000
Mobile Arcade Business For Sale
Austin, TX
The Austin Arcade Trolley is a mobile arcade that focuses on birthday parties, weddings, and corporate events. This is a turnkey business that includes the trolley, all 8 arcade cabinets, the customer...
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$48,000
Indoor Sports Training Facility (property purchase available)
Silver Lake, WI
The time is now to buy this lucrative business! Westosha Sports Complex is a turn key business opportunity. A professional training facility where players can craft their skills in baseball, softball,...
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$275,000
Turnkey Party, Cartering & Event Business for Sale
Brunswick, OH
Turnkey Party, Catering & Event Business for Sale – Prime Location, Fully Equipped & Ready to Operate! Step into a thriving opportunity with this fully operational party, catering and event center,...
$299,000
Turnkey Inflatable and Moon bounce Rental Business for Sale
Temple, PA
TURNKEY INFLATABLE RENTAL BUSINESS - PROFITABLE & ACTIVELY OPERATING Established in 2019, this thriving inflatable rental business serves Temple, PA and surrounding Berks County areas with a proven...
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$300,000
Youth Sports Franchise in MA - Low-Overhead
Suffolk County, MA
This is a thriving youth sports franchise in the Metro Boston area. Established in 2015, this well-respected business offers flag football, soccer, basketball, and cheerleading programs for children...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $80,089
Prime Real Estate - Fishing Resort on the White River
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Arkansas
Located in the heart of North Central Arkansas, this well-established fishing resort offers a unique real estate and investment opportunity for discerning buyers. Set against the stunning backdrop of...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $135,290
Own An Escape Room Business in San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Escape Era is located in San Diego, CA. We are looking to sell the business. The business has been in operation for 10 years with multiple bookings daily and great online reviews...
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$80,000
McGeary's Irish Pub
$1,700,000
Albany, NY
Well Established Event Venue And Winery
Viroqua, WI
WELL ESTABLISHED EVENT VENUE AND WINERY This exceptional entertainment and recreation business combines a premier event venue with wine production operations in the scenic Driftless region of...
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$2,900,000
Versatile Event Venue with Restaurants and Bars in Prime Location
Colorado
Step into one of Colorado's most exciting and versatile hospitality concepts—a thriving culinary collective and social entertainment venue located in one of the states vibrant entertainment districts....
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $667,366
Family Entertainment Center for Sale!
Miami, FL
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, high-revenue indoor entertainment center in a thriving South Florida market. As part of the nationally recognized franchise, the business benefits...
$1,899,000
Cash Flow: $101,910
Turnkey Wedding & Event Décor Business – Inventory & Clients Included
Myrtle Beach, SC
Incredible Opportunity to Own a Turnkey Décor & Design Business! Step into the thriving event industry with this well-established wedding décor and styling company, offering a complete business...
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$50,000
Giggly Kids – Mobile Party Experience Business FOR SALE!
Flower Mound, TX
Giggly Kids is a mobile party experience company — fully branded, franchise-ready, and designed to bring joy, excitement, and meaningful memories to families and communities. With polished marketing,...
$120,000
Utah's Leading Inflatable Party Rental Company
Utah
One of Utah's leading party rental businesses. The business offers a wide variety of inflatable slides, bounce houses, obstacle courses and more. Business has many key accounts that proves repeat...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Established Art Gallery in Amazing Location
Seattle, WA
ESTABLISHED ART GALLERY IN PRIME SEATTLE LOCATION This exceptional art gallery presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established cultural institution that has served the Seattle community for...
$105,000
Thriving Nightclub in Premier N.E. Ohio Location!
Cuyahoga County, OH
Are you looking for a lucrative investment opportunity in N.E. Ohio? Look no further than this Thriving, Vibrant, Busy and Fun Nightclub business that is now available for sale! With a prime location...
$695,000
Richard Bennett
RA Bennett, LLC
Serving Snohomish County, WA
1999 to Present Real Estate Experience Windermere Real Estate Coldwell Banker Bain RE/MAX Champions HS Real Associates Inc. 1984-1998 BE-KEN Products, Inc. President/CEO New product development – R&D for computer software and accessories. 13 products: 1) Disk-Bay, 2) Paper-Tracker, 3) Lap-top tray collapsible, 4) 4-CD disk Holder, 5) Mouse-Paws, 6) Clear Traceable Mouse-pad, 7) Mouse-Foot tracing template, 8) Omni-Desk, 9) Be-Lock Security Software, 10) Draw-Mister, a Vector Based Paint program for the Mac, 11) Mouse-Tracer Software for the Microsoft PC, 12) 4-Speed Track Ball and 13) Copy-Copy Software. Copies up to 1,000 items and saves them all. Designed, developed and manufactured by R.A. Bennett. 1977-1984 Superior Silk-Screen, Inc. President/CEO Company client list included Boeing, Intel, HP, Fairchild, Monolithic Memories, Kennelly Keys, Kits Camera and Caylex Software. 1973-1984 The "Arterie" Inc. President/CEO A Graphic Design Company Company client list included Boeing, Intel, HP, Fairchild, Monolithic Memories’, Kennelly Keys, Kits Camera and Caylex software. 1970-1973 Fairchild Semi-Conductor Graphic Design Department Bay Area, CA
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Semi-Absentee Escape Room
Durham County, NC
Established over a decade ago, this innovative and interactive escape room business has become a staple in the local entertainment scene. Featuring four uniquely themed escape rooms, each experience...
$35,000
Famous 67-Year-Old Carnival & Event Company for Sale or Partnership
Bronx, NY
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, well-established carnival and event company that has built a reputation for excellence over 67 years. With a loyal clientele and...
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$700,000
Iconic DT restaurant and entertainment establishment for sale.
$900,000
Will County, IL
Turn key 50years + Billiard, Pizza & Bar Restaurant and entertainment
North Providence, RI
check out our award winning billiard club with 2 full bars, entertainment license for your favorite band and full service restaurant. This is not a business it is an entertainment mecca. people have...
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$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Restaurant/Bar/Catering Facility (#22654)
Rockville Centre, NY
Looking for Experienced Owner Operator...Turn Key Venue With Only 500k Down Payment.. Discover a unique opportunity to own a flourishing restaurant, bar, and catering business in Nassau County. This...
$750,000
Wedding Venue & Event Center in Serene Area of North OKC
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oklahoma City, OK
*Beautifully appointed event venue in a growing metro *Ideal for weddings, corporate events, and private parties *Approximately 10,000 SF facility on expansive grounds *Ample parking, kitchen, and...
6
$3,445,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity
Broadway, VA
Fully operational & well established business in a great location - a short block off main street and directly across the street from the post office. Beards & Broads Broadway offers an incredible...
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$195,000
Tech-Driven Basketball Training Business
Allegheny County, PA
Opportunity to acquire a cutting-edge sports training facility specializing in basketball development through advanced technology and data analytics. This business is recognized for delivering an...
2
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $160,071
Growing OEM Brand Manufacturer
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Massachusetts
Business was founded in 1968 and has built a world-wide reputation for high quality manufacturing and converting of paper, paperboard, and polymer plastic products. The company has a strong and long...
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$19,500,000
Successful Swim School for sale
Watsonville, CA
Our success for 50 years has created a trusted brand in our community. With over 400 children in our monthly lessons, we have created a tremendous reputation and families continue to trust us for swim...
3
Cash Flow: $400,000
Buy an Entertainment and Recreation Businesses For Sale Today!
Making the decision to buy a recreation business or find the right entertainment business that’s for sale can make your professional life a lot more rewarding. Based on reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), consumers spent over $200 billion on entertainment in the United States.
Arts, entertainment and recreation is a vast industry earning almost $310 billion annually and covering over 1.5 million businesses nationwide. The expected industry-wide growth forecast through all businesses and sub-sectors average among the two-percentile range. That offers a lot of positive reinforcement for those looking to buy a recreation business or entertainment business for sale. These sub-sectors include:
- Art Galleries
- Bowling centers
- Casinos
- Concert and event promotion
- Golf courses and driving ranges
Pricing and Valuation Trends
Entertainment and recreation businesses continue to see valuations rise. The median sale price for businesses sold in 2023 rose 5.3% year-over-year, hitting $400,000. 113 businesses in the sector representing $139 million of estimated enterprise value.
Restaurant Asking and Sale Prices| Year Sold | Median Asking Price | Median Sale Price |
| 2018 | $262,500 | $207,500 |
| 2019 | $320,000 | $260,000 |
| 2020 | $149,000 | $135,000 |
| 2021 | $337,000 | $289,950 |
| 2022 | $339,500 | $380,000 |
| 2023 | $469,000 | $400,000 |
Sell Your Entertainment and Recreation Business
If you are considering selling your entertainment and recreation business, knowing its value is key to developing a successful exit plan. For guidance on valuing and selling your business, refer to our guide, How To Value & Sell an Entertainment and Recreation business.
