Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. reports developments tied to its entertainment and dining venue business under the Dave & Buster's and Main Event brands. Company news commonly covers quarterly and annual results, comparable store sales, Adjusted EBITDA and liquidity measures, as well as operating commentary on guest experience and venue performance.
Updates also include governance and compensation matters, such as board and audit committee changes, executive appointments and equity-based inducement or incentive awards. The company's recurring business profile centers on games, bowling, sports viewing, food and beverage service, and franchising activity for the Dave & Buster's brand.
Dave & Buster’s (PLAY) reported second quarter fiscal 2026 revenue of $544.1 million, down 2.4% year over year, and posted a net loss of $12.5 million, or $0.36 per diluted share, versus net income of $11.4 million, or $0.32 per diluted share, in the prior-year quarter.
Comparable store sales decreased 2.9% versus the same calendar period in fiscal 2025. Adjusted net loss was $9.5 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, compared with Adjusted net income of $14.2 million, or $0.40 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA declined to $98.9 million from $129.8 million. For the first six months of fiscal 2026, Adjusted free cash flow improved to positive $19.5 million from negative $36.5 million a year earlier, and available liquidity totaled $492.1 million.
The company opened six new domestic stores, operated 250 company-owned locations at quarter-end, and continues to remodel units and expand its international franchise base.
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (NASDAQ:PLAY) will report financial results for its second quarter ended August 4, 2026, after market close on Monday, September 14, 2026. Management will host a conference call the same day at 4:00 p.m. Central (5:00 p.m. Eastern).
Investors can access a live and archived webcast via the Investor Relations section of ir.daveandbusters.com or join by phone using U.S. toll-free (888) 596-4144 or international +1 (646) 968-2525 with conference ID 3278311. A replay will be available at (800) 770-2030 or +1 (609) 800-9909, using the same ID.
Dave & Buster's (NASDAQ: PLAY) announced multiple executive leadership appointments and promotions to support growth, operational excellence, digital innovation and governance. Following the recent appointment of Darin Harper as Chief Executive Officer, the company named Amanda Busby Chief Operations Officer, bringing 30+ years of restaurant, hospitality and entertainment leadership, including senior roles at SSP America and Red Robin.
The company also promoted Rachel Morgan to Chief Legal & Administrative Officer & Corporate Secretary, expanding her remit to legal and human resources, and Aldo Rosales to Chief Strategy & Revenue Management Officer, focused on long-term growth and pricing initiatives. Recent additions include Jeremy Tucker as Chief Marketing Officer, Kevin Fish as Chief Technology & Digital Officer, and Derek Sample as Chief Accounting Officer. According to leadership and the Board, this strengthened team is aligned with the company’s Back-to-Basics strategy and is expected to support same-store sales, EBITDA growth and long-term shareholder value.
Dave & Buster’s (NASDAQ: PLAY) announced that Chief Executive Officer Tarun Lal has decided to retire as CEO effective August 3, 2026 to spend more time with his family. The Board appointed current Chief Financial Officer Darin Harper as CEO, also effective August 3, 2026.
Mr. Lal will support an orderly transition and continue as an advisor through at least the end of fiscal 2027. According to Dave & Buster’s, Harper has nearly 30 years of experience in entertainment and restaurant companies and has been closely involved in designing and executing the Company’s Back-to-Basics strategy. The Board states this internal promotion reflects confidence in the existing leadership team and the current strategy. Cory Hatton, Head of Entertainment Finance, Investor Relations & Treasurer, will serve as interim CFO while a search is conducted for a permanent CFO.
Dave & Buster’s (NASDAQ: PLAY) reported first quarter 2026 results for the period ended May 5, 2026. Revenue was $559.2 million, down 1.5% year over year, and comparable store sales declined 5.4%.
Net income was $5.7 million ($0.16 per diluted share) versus $21.7 million ($0.62) a year earlier. Adjusted EBITDA was $123.2 million. Adjusted net income was $7.8 million ($0.22 per diluted share). Adjusted free cash flow improved to positive $25.3 million from negative $58.8 million. The company ended the quarter with $499.1 million of available liquidity, opened one new domestic store, completed six remodels, and opened two additional international franchise locations.
Dave & Buster's (NASDAQ:PLAY) will release first quarter 2026 financial results after market close on June 15, 2026. Management will host a conference call at 4:00 p.m. CT (5:00 p.m. ET) with live and archived webcast access via the investor relations website.
Dave & Buster's (NASDAQ: PLAY) appointed Charles Protell to its Board of Directors and Audit Committee effective April 27, 2026, and announced that director Atish Shah will not stand for reelection at the June 18, 2026 annual meeting. Mr. Shah will remain a director until the Annual Meeting and currently chairs the Audit Committee.
The Board thanked Mr. Shah for over five years of service and described Mr. Protell as bringing entertainment management and finance experience to the board.
Dave & Buster's (NASDAQ: PLAY) reported fourth quarter and fiscal 2025 results on March 31, 2026. Fiscal 2025 revenue was $2.1 billion (down 1.4% year-over-year) and Adjusted EBITDA was $436.6 million (down from $506.2 million). Comparable store sales declined 5.0% for the year.
Fiscal 2025 net loss was $48.7 million (loss per share $1.40); fourth-quarter net loss was $39.8 million. The company finished Q4 with $482.9 million liquidity and opened 11 new stores in fiscal 2025. Management expects positive same-store sales, revenue, Adjusted EBITDA improvements and >$100 million free cash flow in fiscal 2026.
Dave & Buster's (NASDAQ:PLAY) will report fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025 results after market close on March 31, 2026. Management will host a conference call the same day at 4:00 p.m. CT / 5:00 p.m. ET.
A live and archived webcast will be available in the Investor Relations section at ir.daveandbusters.com. Dial-in and replay numbers and participant codes were provided for live access and replay.
Dave & Buster's (NASDAQ: PLAY) reported third quarter fiscal 2025 results for the period ended November 4, 2025. Revenue was $448.2 million, down 1.1% year-over-year, and comparable store sales fell 4.0% versus the prior-year period. The company reported a net loss of $42.1 million, or $1.22 per diluted share, and an Adjusted net loss of $39.4 million, or $1.14 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA declined to $59.4 million from $68.3 million a year earlier.
Operationally, the company opened 1 domestic Dave & Buster's and 3 Main Event stores, began 3 remodels, opened its 3rd international franchise (Philippines), and expects at least 4 more international franchise openings in ~6 months. Cash from operations was $58.0 million and available liquidity was $441.9 million. Management will hold a conference call on December 9, 2025.