Hayes, VA
Lease the entire marina on the Severn River in Hayes, Virginia — a turnkey waterfront facility featuring 42 wet slips, a boat ramp, fuel dock, dry storage, ship store, workshops, power pedestals,...
Entertainment and Recreation Businesses For Sale
Industry Info
Real EstateOperate Your Own Marina — High-Potential Facility for Lease
6
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Real EstateApproved Padel Club + Land in Hollywood | SBA | Development Potential
Hollywood, FL
Rare opportunity to acquire both land and a fully approved Padel Club project in the heart of Hollywood. This 2-acre C-4 zoned property includes an approved plan for 9 courts, including indoor...
6
$6,500,000
Real EstateEvent Facility + Restaurant + Entertainment Complex
Galveston, TX
Approx 2 acre, incredible commercial property in the heart of Galveston’s Midtown. Easy access from Broadway, Seawall and 61st Street, this facility is close to all that is happening on Galveston’s...
$2,500,000
Real EstateRenowned Restaurant-Bar-Bowling Alley
Deer River, MN
Here's a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a thriving, renowned bar/restaurant/bowling alley! Known for the "Best Pizza in the Northland", the Blueberry Bowl offers dining, bar/lounge, and bowling...
6
$1,100,000
Real EstateDowntown Pittsburgh Event Space
Pittsburgh, PA
Host your next event at the stunning ground floor event space in the Investment Building, located just one block from Market Square. This 8,300 square foot venue features elegant crown molding and...
5
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Real EstateLaurel Hill Farm
Oxford, MI
This Historic Farm is well known as the premier Jerry Barnhart Sport Shooting Range established in 1993 as a Protected Michigan Sport Shooting Range. This exceptional 78 acre property was custom...
6
$3,499,999
Real EstatePicturesque former Academy on 40 Acres in Northern Idaho
Boundary County, ID
PICTURESQUE FORMER ACADEMY ON 40 ACRES IN NORTHERN IDAHO This unique entertainment and recreation opportunity features a turnkey former academy property located in the scenic Bonners Ferry area of...
6
$4,200,000
Real EstateHSC-Vacant & Ready – Move-in condition with no build-out delays, ideal
Crivitz, WI
The Woods in Crivitz, Wisconsin presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a turnkey restaurant, bar, and event center in the heart of the Northwoods. This spacious, well-designed facility is...
3
$599,000
Real EstateNewer, Turn Key Banquet Center in Suburban Buffalo NY
Buffalo, NY
25 year old banquet center in excellent condition with everything needed to continue as same including kitchen equipment, utensils, tables, chairs and event decorations. Seats 258 and can be separated...
6
$1,699,000
Real EstateHSC-Cornell Bowling Alley & Bar
Cornell, WI
The Cornell Bowl is a classic, well maintained, small town business looking for it’s next owner. The fully operational 6 -lane bowling alley and bar combo is on Main Street in charming Cornell,...
6
$169,900
Real EstateLODGE, LAND, AND LOCATION minutes from Turner Falls in Davis OK
Davis, OK
Sitting on 11 Acres +/- this Home away from Home Lodge is approximately 4600 sq. ft. with an open layout and a beautiful rock fireplace located in the corner of the living area. The kitchen is...
$850,000
Real EstateMulti-Acre Entertainment & Development Opportunity (Mid-Michigan)
Michigan
Strategically located just off a major highway, this 16-acre property presents a unique opportunity for entertainment operators or individual investors seeking a golf-centered business with...
$1,014,898
Start-upTurnkey Picklr Pickleball Club in Prime Newark, Delaware
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, premium indoor pickleball facility in one of Delaware’s strongest growing markets. The Picklr – Newark, DE location is already operating at...
6
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Pickleball Club - Motivated Seller
$450,000
Georgia
Start-upBring Joy, Animals & Income to Your City – Boise Territory Avaliable
Big Red’s Barn is a fast-growing, USDA-licensed interactive indoor animal experience that offers families, schools, and visitors the opportunity to connect with animals through hands-on encounters,...
4
$75,000
Start-upEncore Event Rentals Franchise — Proven Event Equipment Business
ABOUT ENCORE EVENT RENTALS Encore Event Rentals is an established event equipment business founded in 2011 and built through real, hands-on experience. After more than a decade of operating in the...
3
$60,000
Brannon Poe
Poe Group Advisors
Serving Charleston County, SC
Poe Group Advisors is the premier accounting practice intermediary firm in the accounting industry. With practices located throughout the U.S. and Canada, our company is known for our seamless process as well as our efficient and diligent approach to facilitating the buying and selling of CPA firms. Armed with a passion for people and unmatched expertise, our team of experts has a deep knowledge of accounting industry and an intense focus on maximizing value or minimizing risk.
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Start-upJoin The Largest Outdoor Movie Company in the USA!
We are the largest nationwide network of family-owned businesses that are passionate about providing the finest audiovisual experience at outdoor movie parties, live concerts, sporting events, and...
5
$2,500
Start-upExciting Technology Startup – Passive Income Beach Rental Kiosks
Exciting Technology Startup – Passive Income Beach Rental Kiosks for Sale For sale is a fun business that is an easy way to make passive income on the beach. Shark Biscuit is a new tech business I...
$90,000
Start-upEscape Room Franchisee with 48+ locations | Available across U.S.A.
This is your chance to own a profitable, fully operational Trapped Escape Room franchise — a premium, high-end escape-room brand known for cinematic set design, immersive storylines, and strong repeat...
$35,000
Start-upExpressions Art Studio Franchise Opportunity
Expressions Art Studio Franchise Opportunity - Creative Business with Multiple Revenue Streams This exciting franchise opportunity offers entrepreneurs the chance to own and operate an art studio...
2
$9,500
Start-upTurn Your Passion for Family Fun Into a Thriving Business!
Our family entertainment center franchise is perfect for first-time business owners, small business enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and parents who want to make a difference in their community while...
6
$50,000
Start-upPreviously running banquet hall for sale.
Aria Banquet hall is a turnkey solution to anyone wanting to get into the banquet hall business. The hall was taken over by the Landlord during Covid. Although it was successful before the pandemic,...
6
$32,000
Start-upHigh Profit, Proven, Low Overhead, Glass Bottom Kayak Night Tour Biz
We are opening locations all over the United States at this time. We will find a suitable tour route and location in your city and state before we move forward. It takes approximately 60 days to your...
6
$5,000
Start-upOwn your own Indoor Golf Center, with Stingers Golf Club
Indoor Golf Center Franchise Opportunity with Stingers Golf Club Established in 2024, this emerging franchise opportunity offers entry into the rapidly expanding indoor golf simulator market. As a new...
4
$50,000
Under Contract-Fun, Very profitable sports biz, +45% profit/ 3 yrs
$3,100,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
Start-upBeautiful Historic Venue
Elegant Historic Wedding & Event Venue – Kentucky Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored historic mansion operating as a turnkey wedding and event venue in Central Kentucky, minutes from...
$1,200,000
Start-upTurn Your Passion Into a Business with Purpose
What if your work didn't just pay the bills, but truly fueled your passion? Maybe you're feeling disconnected from the work that takes up most of your life. Or maybe you've always loved art—and now...
$50,000
Award-Winning Outdoor Entertainment & Event Production Company
Roanoke, VA
$1,365,000
Rare Frame Shop Established 28 years 100% Absentee!
Bonita Springs, FL
$169,000
Long-Established Restaurant & Bar w/Gaming & Banquet Rms-Property Incl
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
McHenry County, IL
$1,400,000
Bar/Night Club
Broward County, FL
$799,000
Tech-Driven Basketball Training Business
Allegheny County, PA
$1,000,000
Play Space and After-School Care-Seller Financing up to 70%
North Carolina
$140,000
Semi-Owner Absentee - Successful Event & Party Planning Business
Maricopa County, AZ
$1,222,892
Profitable East Valley Haunted House - Fun Seasonal Side-Hustle
Arizona
$59,000
Family fun park
$650,000
Corning, NY
The "Original" Fun charter boats
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$169,000
Profitable Recreational Youth Sports League
Kalamazoo, MI
$105,000
Cash Flow Rich Event Party Rental Company
Pennsylvania
$1,120,000
Established Kayak Rental/Tour Business for Sale!
Lee County, FL
$200,000
Turnkey Pottery Business: Premium Ceramics Brand and Wholesale Account
Maricopa County, AZ
$59,000
Central Florida’s Premier Family-Friendly Entertainment Destination
Florida
$2,000,000
Mobile Video Game Entertainment Business
Lee County, FL
$144,995
Garden Valley Golf Club
Lindale, TX
$11,111,111
Michael Rubin Jr.
Gratia Equity Partners
Serving Collin County, TX
Gratia Equity Partners is a boutique investment banking, private equity, and M&A advisory firm based in Frisco, TX. Our four verticals of interest are lower-middle market operating businesses, private aviation, oil and gas, and real estate development. We take great care to align ourselves strategically with family offices nationally, towards the objective of using capital to achieve vision. With unique experience in corporate finance and an extensive network of capital providers nationwide, we offer access to exclusive investment opportunities and premium consulting services. We excel in navigating complex transactions, delivering value, and fostering growth for our clients.
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Amusement & Childcare Center For Sale in Maryland!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Maryland
$16,500,000
Wynwood Entertainment Compound 20,000 SF
Miami, FL
$1,800,000
Golf Cart Rental Business with Optional Real Estate
$600,000
Galveston, TX
Turnkey Miami Nightclub with Full Liquor License
Miami, FL
$2,500,000
Turnkey Luxury Nightclub – Prime Miami Beach Location
Miami Beach, FL
$8,000,000
Golf Cart Sales, Service and Repair
Kern County, CA
$210,000
Turnkey Rage Room Business | Mobile Unit | Seller Financing
Durham, NC
$130,000
Great Cozy Profitable Gaming Casino Operation for sale
Sandusky, OH
$99,500
Luxury Promotional Modeling Agency
Reno, NV
$200,000
Hillsborough County Golf Course & Investment Opportunity
Hillsborough, NH
$1,250,000
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.
