PLAY Earnings Date: Dec 8, 2026 (Estimated) — Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.
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When is PLAY's next earnings date?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET (after market close); the date is an estimate and has not been confirmed by the company. The consensus estimate is EPS of -$1.45 on revenue of $455.6M.
How did PLAY do in its last earnings report?
In its most recent report on Sep 14, 2026 (Q2 2026), Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. posted EPS of -$0.27 versus the $0.18 estimate, a miss of 190.0%. Revenue was $544.1M against a $556.8M estimate. The stock's 1-day post-earnings move was -19.0%.
How much does PLAY stock move after earnings?
PLAY beat EPS estimates in 1 of its last 8 reported quarters. Over the last 8 reports the stock moved an average of 12.1% (up or down) in the day after earnings.
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.
Earnings History
| Date | Period | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | Revenue | Result | 1D Δ | 1W Δ | 1M Δ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-14 | Q2 2026 | 0.18 | -0.27 | -190.00% | $544.1M | ❌ Miss | -19.01% | -19.83% | -12.75% |
| 2026-06-15 | Q1 2026 | 0.60 | 0.22 | -63.33% | $559.2M | ❌ Miss | -6.25% | -8.52% | -14.45% |
| 2026-03-31 | Q4 2025 | 0.43 | -0.35 | -181.40% | $529.6M | ❌ Miss | +16.07% | +20.50% | +4.06% |
| 2025-12-09 | Q3 2025 | -1.10 | -1.14 | -3.64% | $448.2M | ❌ Miss | +13.02% | +2.89% | -3.73% |
| 2025-09-15 | Q2 2025 | 0.90 | 0.40 | -55.56% | $557.4M | ❌ Miss | -16.74% | -19.26% | -22.41% |
| 2025-04-07 | Q4 2024 | 0.71 | 0.69 | -2.82% | $534.5M | ❌ Miss | -0.80% | +9.20% | +29.65% |
| 2024-12-10 | Q3 2024 | -0.36 | -0.45 | -25.00% | $453.0M | ❌ Miss | -20.08% | -21.03% | -26.82% |
| 2024-09-10 | Q2 2024 | 0.84 | 1.12 | +33.33% | $557.1M | ✅ Beat | +4.66% | +6.66% | +7.00% |
Showing last 8 quarters.
Revenue by segment & region
By segment
Q2 FY26 · $544.1M total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q4 FY24 | Q1 FY25 | Q2 FY25 | Q3 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment | 61.1% | $332.6M | -8.8% | $335.0M | $366.6M | $364.5M | $279.4M |
| Food and Beverage | 38.9% | $211.5M | +9.6% | $199.5M | $201.1M | $192.9M | $168.8M |
By region
Q3 FY15 · $4.5M total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q1 FY15 | Q2 FY15 | Q3 FY15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williamsville Buffalo New York | 97.5% | $4.4M | — | — | — | $4.4M |
| Farmingdale Long Island New York | 2.5% | $111K | — | — | — | $111K |
Source: company filings via FMP. YoY compares the same fiscal period a year earlier.