Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc. to Report First Quarter 2026 Financial Results on June 15, 2026
Rhea-AI Summary
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.
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Peers on Argus
PLAY was down 0.96% while momentum peers AMC, MCS, and HUYA on the scanner showed moves to the upside, indicating stock-specific dynamics rather than a broad entertainment move.
Previous Earnings date Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | -1.0% | Set timing and access details for fiscal 2025 results call. |
| Nov 28 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | +0.5% | Announced Q3 2025 results release date and conference call logistics. |
Prior earnings date notices have led to small, mixed price moves, suggesting limited standalone impact from scheduling announcements.
This announcement continues Dave & Buster’s pattern of preannouncing earnings dates with a same-day conference call and webcast. Past similar notices on Nov 28, 2025 and Mar 17, 2026 produced modest price changes around -0.96% and 0.52%. Against a backdrop of recent losses and operational updates, this release mainly sets the timetable for investors awaiting the detailed first-quarter 2026 results.
Historical Comparison
Past earnings date notices saw an average move of -0.22%, indicating these scheduling updates have historically had limited standalone impact.
The company consistently preannounces quarterly earnings dates with same-day calls, providing a regular cadence for financial updates.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement sets the timetable for Dave & Buster’s first-quarter 2026 earnings release on June 15, 2026 for the period ended May 5, 2026. It provides call times, webcast access, and dial-in information but no financial metrics. Historically, comparable earnings date notices around PLAY have produced only modest price moves, so investors typically wait for the full results and guidance before reassessing the story.
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DALLAS, June 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner, operator, and franchisor of entertainment and dining venues, today announced that it will report financial results for its first quarter ended May 5, 2026 after the market closes on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Management will host a conference call to discuss these results on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Central Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time). A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available under the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at ir.daveandbusters.com. Additionally, participants can access the conference call by dialing toll-free (888) 596-4144. The international dial-in for participants is +1 (646) 968-2525. The conference ID number is 2926680. A replay of the conference will be available and can be accessed by dialing toll-free (800) 770-2030 or by international toll number +1 (609) 800-9909. The replay conference ID is also 2926680.
About Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Coppell, Texas, Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc., is the owner and operator of 246 venues in North America that offer premier entertainment and dining experiences to guests through two distinct brands: Dave & Buster’s and Main Event. The Company has 181 Dave & Buster’s branded stores in 43 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada and offers guests the opportunity to “Eat Drink Play and Watch,” all in one location. Each store offers a full menu of entrées and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. The Company also operates 65 Main Event branded stores in 23 states across the country, and offers state-of-the-art bowling, laser tag, hundreds of arcade games and virtual reality, making it the perfect place for families to connect and make memories. Internationally, the Company is in early-stage growth as a franchisor of its brands with five Dave & Buster’s franchise stores currently open. For more information about each brand, visit daveandbusters.com and mainevent.com.
For Investor Relations Inquiries:
Cory Hatton, Head of Entertainment Finance, Investor Relations & Treasurer
Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
Cory.Hatton@daveandbusters.com
Source: Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc.
