Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY)
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Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) is listed on Nasdaq, where it has traded since October 10, 2014.
- Listed On
- Nasdaq
- Listed Since
- October 10, 2014
- Employees
- 23,610
- Market Cap
- $269M
About Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc is an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues in North America that offer experiences for both adults and families under the Dave & Buster's and Main Event brands. The company combines various forms of entertainment, including games, bowling, and watching live sports and other televised events, with a full menu of entrees and appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, all in one location. Its concept focuses on providing customers the opportunity to Eat, Drink, Play, and Watch, appealing to a balanced mix of adults, families, and teenagers. The company also operates internationally in the early stage as a franchisor of the Dave & Buster's brand.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 164 institutions reported holding PLAY, with 41.6 million shares worth $474.2 million in aggregate. The largest reported holder was Hill Path Capital, with 7.1 million shares worth $81.2 million. Of the 5 largest holders listed below, 3 added shares and 2 held their positions unchanged during the quarter.
| Institution | Shares | Value | Quarter change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Path Capital | 7,119,255 | $81M | Unchanged |
| BlackRock | 3,221,499 | $37M | Added 49.64% |
| Nomura Holdings | 2,411,191 | $27M | Unchanged |
| Goldman Sachs | 2,144,687 | $24M | Added 45.47% |
| Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership | 1,803,552 | $21M | Added 19.46% |
Form 13F is a quarterly report that institutional investment managers with at least $100 million in qualifying securities file with the SEC. It lists long positions as of the last day of the quarter and is due within 45 days of quarter end, so these holdings describe that date rather than today.
Frequently asked questions
What is PLAY?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) is listed on Nasdaq, where it has traded since October 10, 2014.
Who are the largest institutional holders of PLAY?
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, the largest reported holders of PLAY were Hill Path Capital, BlackRock and Nomura Holdings.
How many institutions own PLAY?
164 institutions reported a position in PLAY for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, worth $474.2 million in total.
Did institutions buy or sell PLAY last quarter?
Of the 5 largest reported holders, 3 added shares and 2 held their positions unchanged during the quarter. Every reported holder and its change is on the SentiSense ownership page for PLAY.
Every reported institutional holder, plus insider and congressional trades in PLAY, on SentiSense.