Main Event Entertainment, Inc.
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Main Event Entertainment, Inc. - overview
Established
1998
Location
Plano, TX, US
Primary Industry
Travel & Leisure
About
Main Event Entertainment, Inc. is a dynamic entertainment and dining establishment offering a variety of recreational activities and high-quality food options for families and groups. Founded in 1998, Main Event Entertainment, Inc. operates as a premier venue in Plano, Texas, US, providing diverse leisure activities such as bowling, laser tag, and arcade games.
The company was acquired by Dave & Buster's, Inc. in June 2022 for USD 835 mn. Christian Gilbert is the Founder of the company, while Adrian Zain serves as the CEO, leading it through its strategic developments. Prior to founding Main Event, Gilbert's entrepreneurial history included other ventures that laid the groundwork for this enterprise.
Main Event Entertainment offers a comprehensive entertainment experience that includes bowling, laser tag, arcade games, and virtual reality experiences. They emphasize quality dining through their Family Kitchen concept, which features handcrafted dishes made from premium ingredients. Catering to families, groups, and corporate clients, Main Event is designed to host various celebrations, such as birthdays and corporate events, across targeted urban markets in the United States. In 2019, Main Event reported a revenue of USD 1,799.
50 mn with an EBITDA of USD 236. 90 mn for the same year. The company generates income through direct consumer sales and group bookings for events like birthdays and corporate gatherings, with pricing plans designed to cater to a wide audience, including game play packages starting at USD 19. 99.
Following its acquisition by Dave & Buster's, Inc. in April 2022, Main Event plans to leverage this partnership to accelerate expansion into new markets and enhance its product offerings. The rationale for the acquisition emphasizes collaborative growth strategies that will support broader geographical outreach and innovative entertainment options. Specific future developments and expansions are anticipated as the company capitalizes on this significant investment.
Current Investors
Dave & Buster's, Inc.
Primary Industry
Travel & Leisure
Sub Industries
Hotels & Accommodations, Recreational & Entertainment Facilities, Restaurants & Nightlife, Travel & Tourism
Website
www.mainevent.com
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Main Event Entertainment, Inc. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
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| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Main Event Entertainment, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Main Event Entertainment, Inc. | - |
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