Entertainment & Recreation Businesses for sale

Buy an Entertainment & Recreation Business

Are you interested in buying an Arts, Entertainment, or Recreation Business for sale? If so, Synergy Business Brokers has experience with the sale of these businesses. If one of our businesses for sale below is of interest, please fill out our electronic Non-Disclosure Agreement on the listing you are interested in, and an M&A Broker will follow up with you.

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Successful Hotel in Popular Ski Resort
$5,900,000
Annual Revenue: $1,249,000 Net Cash Flow: $645,387

This is a unique chance to acquire a well-established hotel in a prime location within a growing ski resort. The real estate is included.

Prime Ski Resort Location with Excellent Amenities:

  • Ski-in/Ski-out access, ideal for winter sports enthusiasts.
  • 70 well-designed rooms, spa, swimming pool, ski rental services.
  • Potential to expand with 3 additional chalets.

Attractive Investment Opportunity:

  • Buyers have the option to take over a $1.3 million bank loan, reducing the purchase price to $4.2 million.
  • Rising real estate prices make building a similar hotel significantly more expensive today.

Highly Reputable Property:

  • Popular in a ski resort known for hosting music festivals and winning hospitality awards.
  • Potential for even higher returns with an additional 12,000 sq.m. land plot suitable for residential or aparthotel development (plans available upon request).

 

Georgia, Europe
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Successful Sports Events Company – Investment Opportunity
$18,000,000
Annual Revenue: $8,640,000 Net Cash Flow: $4,153,825

This company specializes in organizing high-end golf outings tailored for C-Suite Executives and former professional athletes. It focuses on creating exclusive experiences that combine golf, networking, and entertainment.

The company has shown significant growth in revenue over the past six years. Revenue has increased from $2,520,000 in 2017 to $8,640,000 in 2023 indicating a strong growth trajectory post-pandemic. The company achieved a net profit ratio of 48.1% in 2023 showcasing its potential for high profitability.

Franchising Opportunities

  • Expansion Plans: The company is exploring franchising to expand its business model. Ideal cities for franchising include but are not limited to:
    • New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Toronto, and many others across North America.
  • Franchising Benefits: This approach allows for localized management while leveraging the established brand and operational framework of the company, potentially increasing market share and revenue streams.

Income Opportunities

  • Diverse Revenue Streams: The company has identified multiple income opportunities through sponsorships, promotions, and advertising. Potential sponsors include but are not limited to:
    • Clothing brands, golf equipment manufacturers, airlines, media sponsors, and beverage companies.
  • Product Offerings: The company can generate revenue through merchandise sales, event sponsorships, and partnerships with various brands, enhancing its financial stability and growth potential.

Joint Venture Plans

  • Strategic Partnership: The company intends to enter into a Joint Venture with a major Travel Consulting Firm that specializes in golf vacation packages.
  • Target Audience: The joint venture aims to pair golfers from the upper echelons of business and professional sectors with professional athletes for exclusive golf weekends.
  • Package Development: The goal is to create appealing golf vacation packages that cater to fans of all major sports, combining leisure with networking and promotional opportunities.

Investment Opportunity

  • Sale and Buyout Option: The company is currently up for sale, either in whole or for a majority stake, with a buyout option available to the seller within 24-48 months. Proceeds from the sale will be used to create a cash runway for building market share.

The company’s growth potential, strategic plans for expansion, and diverse income opportunities make it an attractive investment prospect.

New York
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Events Equipment Rental Company with repeat customers
$1,700,000
Annual Revenue: $2,689,776 Net Cash Flow: $561,687

This business has been providing superior service for decades and keeps its customers for many years. The company offers a wide range of products and services and over 90% of its business is from repeat customers, homeowners, venues and restaurants, schools, places of worship, caterers, charities, etc.

During Covid, two of their four main competitors closed their businesses. When the pandemic eased, those that survived have been able to raise their prices.

The company occupies a leased 12,500-square-foot warehouse in New York that has a spacious parking lot in which its 6 trucks are parked. The 10-year lease comes at a favorable rate.

The company employs between 8 and 25 people depending on the time of the year and is run by 2 owners, one of whom is ready to retire. The other owner is willing to stay on for the next 5 years. Even though it is a seasonal business, the company operates with high-profit margins because it rents out its equipment repeatedly.

Some of its most significant revenue-generating products are:

  • Tents
  • Chairs
  • Tablecloths
  • Dishes, glasses, and other tableware
  • Tablecloths
  • Stages
  • Dance floors
New York
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Renowned Bootstrapped Fitness Company
$9,000,000
Annual Revenue: $8,333,098 Net Cash Flow: $2,016,518

Established, multi-division fitness company based in the UAE boasts impressive organic growth, fueled by a debt-free model and partnerships with prominent government and international hotel entities. The business is run independently from the owners by a General Manager who will continue to stay on after the sale.

Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company saw revenue of $6.0m in 2022, with an EBITDA margin of 28%. In 2023, revenue increased to $7.m with an EBITDA of $1.2m. The 2023 level of EBITDA margin is unusually low because the company had gone through a year of capacity growth and investment for one large project. In 2024 the EBITDA levels will normalize to around $2m.

Note: Both the annual revenue and the net cash flow numbers at the top of the page are represented by the company’s 2024 estimated numbers.

The company has achieved a long history of progressive expansion and delivering growth across multiple revenue streams. To date, the company has grown to 150 employees and more than 20 operational locations across UAE. Having multiple service offerings is beneficial because (a) it creates cross-sell opportunities and (b) attracts large organizations that want to offer a complete (rather than limited) set of services to their employees.

Revenue is projected to reach $10.5m in 2027E, with an EBITDA margin of 26%.

United Arab Emirates, Asia
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College Admissions Consulting Company – Has Accepted Offer
$1,300,000
Annual Revenue: $1,103,000 Net Cash Flow: $480,000

For over two decades, the company has been a beacon of guidance for students navigating the complex terrain of college admissions. Led by the owners, with a team of seasoned experts. the company is committed to delivering personalized strategies tailored to each student’s unique strengths and aspirations.

From course selection to essay mentoring, the company has provided comprehensive services that leave no aspect of the admissions process untouched. There is no divergence in service delivery between a rising junior seeking early guidance or a senior in need of last-minute support; the company has the perfect package to suit all its client needs.

Adapting to the evolving landscape, the company is now delivering 95% of its services electronically, ensuring seamless support regardless of location. Its dedication to client success has garnered a diverse clientele spanning the Tri-State region, the rest of the USA, and East Asia. Consistent client acquisition and high client value with an average package value of $35,000 translates to stable revenue streams.

Although the company thrives on referral-driven revenue, what sets it apart is its unwavering commitment to exceeding expectations, its strong reputation, and its high client satisfaction rate. With a track record of success, the company is poised for continued success in this high-growth $3 billion college admissions consulting industry.

The owner is willing to mentor and support new ownership, ensuring a seamless change of hands and continued success.

New York
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Party Equipment Rental Services – Has Accepted Offer
$1,800,000
Annual Revenue: $2,755,000 Net Cash Flow: $526,378

This business has an accepted offer. Please view our other Services Companies for sale.

This event rental and decor company is a gem and is the preferred and sometimes exclusive choice for event spaces in the area. By cultivating these relationships, they have gained valuable knowledge about the venues and their specific rental and decor needs, which positions them as a credible and reliable partner.

Their clients get to see their rental and decor items firsthand, providing them with a tangible experience and allowing their Event Specialists to showcase additional items that may enhance their event. In addition to its strong relationships with venues, this company has also established close ties with Event Planners, Photographers, Florists, and other professionals in the event industry. The network of connections not only generates a significant portion of their business through referrals but also streamlines the operations by allowing them to comprehensively understand their business partners. For instance, the collaboration with photographers has enabled them to build an extensive portfolio of professional event pictures, showcasing their expertise and the quality of work.

The dedicated team of Event Specialists is committed to guiding clients every step of the way, regardless of the type of event they are planning. Whether it’s a grand wedding at one of the premier venues, a corporate gathering, or an intimate celebration in a backyard, we have the experience and expertise to bring their vision to life. With over 15 years of experience, they have established strong relationships with the area’s preferred venues and event professionals. They recognize that it takes a collaborative effort to tell each client’s unique story.

New York
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Performing Arts Center – Sold

This business has been sold. Please contact us to sell a performing arts business or other music industry-related business.

This school has garnered a reputation as a preeminent cultural center through its high-quality programs in such performing arts disciplines as dance (including ballet, pointe, modern, contemporary, tap, jazz and hip hop), musical instrumentation, musical theater, voice and acting. Over 400 students, ranging in age from 3 to early 20’s, are currently enrolled. The founder-owner has assembled a faculty of performing artists with stellar professional accomplishments and educational credentials, including a ballet faculty certified in American Ballet Theatre (ABT) Teacher Training Intensive curricula—the gold standard in ballet education. Their students have gained acceptance to the most prestigious and competitive pre-professional programs in the U.S., including the ABT’s Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School and the Alvin Ailey School. The school occupies a beautiful expansive space encompassing dance, music and voice studios, a black box theater, costume shop and other areas typically associated with a world-class performing arts center. This is a unique opportunity for someone with an interest—but not necessarily a background—in the performing arts (as was the case with the owner) to acquire a thriving business whose outstanding revenue growth has been driven by strong repeat and referral patronage. The business is pre-qualified for SBA financing.

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Indoor Family Entertainment Complex – Sold
$1,700,000

This company has been sold, see all of our businesses for sale. They are a thriving entertainment franchise. This franchise already has brand recognition in the local market. This location is fully built and operational with a restaurant attached. The restaurant is under-utilized and can realize much more potential under the right leader. The location is fully staffed, just looking for an owner who will manage and lead. The current owner can no longer provide the necessary leadership and TLC, as the company is focusing on several other locations and bringing the franchise nationally and worldwide. It is ESSENTIAL to the brand that this location continues to be successful. The facility received a makeover in December 2017 and is in pristine condition. A large facility of money-making space, 90% is currently utilized. All HVAC is in place for climate control in both the winter and summer months. The lease is favorable and has several favorable options for renewal. This location has over $400,000.00 of equipment that is fully paid for and included in the deal. This business has many repeat clients in the education and summer camp sector as well as corporate and non-profit fundraising. The owner will offer support and mentoring to assure this location’s profitable existence.

Contact us if you are looking to sell your indoor family entertainment complex in New York or anywhere else in the US.

Hudson Valley (Rockland County), New York
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NYC Museum with valuable collection – Sold
$800,000

This business has been sold, see all of our businesses for sale. The museum ranks among the top 10 out of all 348 museums in New York City. It has the largest collection in the world of its [confidential genre] artifacts. The collection items were carefully procured over a period of 30 years by a world-renowned expert and current owner of the business. It has a full-service gift shop, interactive displays, and social media integration. The sale includes $900,000 worth of assets.

The museum can be sold either as a fully operational business, or solely the collection in an asset sale given that the lease can be ended at any time.

Contact us if you are looking to sell your museum in New York or anywhere in the Eastern US.

New York
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Training Company for K-12 Schools – Sold
$18,500,000
Annual Revenue: $3,841,829 Net Cash Flow: $2,609,419

This business has been sold. Please contact us if you are interested in selling a K-12 educational programming business in Florida or any other state. If you are interested in purchasing an educational business or other service business, please view our Service Companies for sale.

This company provides a set of training and advisory programs for K-12 schools and districts all over the US by using a wide array of proprietary tools, methodologies, and highly versatile standardized programs to improve the overall educational process for students, teachers, and schools. In its long educational journey, the company has provided services in over 25 states to over 2,000 schools, achieving a 99% client retention rate. The compilation of “wraparound services“ allows the company to cover any aspect of improving school cultures, installing high-performance practices, and improving student results.

The company has generated over $3.8mn in revenues in 2021, achieved an 18% cumulative annual growth rate in the last three years, and has very high overall business margins of 70%, coupled with a client pipeline of +$4.5mn (of existing contracts) and an additional $0.9mn in 3 new contracts for the next school year.

Employees: The company has a pool of close to 60 Associates (employed as 1099s), all with exceptional educational knowledge and expertise. Additionally, the company is supported by a top-notch advisory council, technical team, graphics design team, client services coordinator, and data and media services coordinator.

Florida
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Buy or Sell an Arts, Entertainment, or Recreation Business

Synergy Business Brokers has experience selling arts, entertainment, and recreation businesses. We have buyers interested in purchasing businesses such as:

  • Entertainment Complexes
  • Performing Arts Centers
  • Party Equipment Rental
  • Museums
  • Music Halls
  • Videography
  • Recording Studios
  • Art Galleries
  • Sports
  • Concert Venues
  • Educational businesses
  • Arcades
  • Amusement Parks
  • Bowling Alleys
  • Trampoline Parks
  • and more

Selling a Profitable Entertainment & Recreation Business

We sell profitable businesses with an owner’s net income of $250,000 to $10 Million+. After a potential buyer signs a non-disclosure agreement and provides information about their qualifications, a Broker will follow up about the business.

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Are You Considering Selling Your Business?

If you want to sell your Entertainment & Recreation Business, please fill out our Confidential Information Form for a no-obligation consultation. We invest a lot of time and marketing dollars to match up the right buyer and seller of a business.

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