Turnkey Nightclub & Entertainment Venue in Downtown Chapel Hill
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Turnkey Nightclub & Entertainment Venue in Downtown Chapel Hill
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational 9,000-square-foot nightclub and entertainment venue in the heart of Chapel Hill's vibrant college market. Established in 2022, this turnkey facility generates $1.2 -1.5 million in annual revenue and is strategically located steps from UNC-Chapel Hill.
Venue Features:
• Two-level facility with large indoor nightclub and rooftop entertainment space
• Multiple full-service bars with draft systems and walk-in cooler
• Dance floor, DJ areas, lounge and booth seating throughout
• Custom rooftop with louvered roof system, motorized weather blinds, and climate control
• Professional sound and lighting systems, security infrastructure, POS equipment
• Substantial furniture, fixtures, equipment and leasehold improvements included
Business Highlights:
• Strong $1.2M - $1.5M annual revenue in established college market
• High-capacity venue with flexible multi-level layout
• Turnkey operation with significant capital investment already completed
• Prime location benefiting from university events, athletics, and tourism
• Absentee-owner operated, demonstrating operational efficiency
• Lease rate of $17,435/month for premium downtown location
Growth Opportunities:
• Expand operating schedule and private event bookings
• Develop corporate and university partnerships
• Increase VIP services, sponsorships, and promotional revenue
• Host ticketed live entertainment and special events
• Leverage rooftop for seasonal programming and simultaneous events
• Enhanced digital marketing and expanded food/beverage offerings
The venue serves multiple market segments including nightlife, private events, wedding receptions, watch parties, and university programming. Competition is limited for venues offering this combination of indoor/outdoor space, capacity, and professional buildout.
Seller financing available. Owner selling due to geographic distance from primary residence. Comprehensive transition support included covering operations, vendor relationships, staffing, and business management.
This confidential offering represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a premium entertainment venue in one of North Carolina's most dynamic college markets without the time and capital typically required for ground-up development.
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational 9,000-square-foot nightclub and entertainment venue in the heart of Chapel Hill's vibrant college market. Established in 2022, this turnkey facility generates $1.2 -1.5 million in annual revenue and is strategically located steps from UNC-Chapel Hill.
Venue Features:
• Two-level facility with large indoor nightclub and rooftop entertainment space
• Multiple full-service bars with draft systems and walk-in cooler
• Dance floor, DJ areas, lounge and booth seating throughout
• Custom rooftop with louvered roof system, motorized weather blinds, and climate control
• Professional sound and lighting systems, security infrastructure, POS equipment
• Substantial furniture, fixtures, equipment and leasehold improvements included
Business Highlights:
• Strong $1.2M - $1.5M annual revenue in established college market
• High-capacity venue with flexible multi-level layout
• Turnkey operation with significant capital investment already completed
• Prime location benefiting from university events, athletics, and tourism
• Absentee-owner operated, demonstrating operational efficiency
• Lease rate of $17,435/month for premium downtown location
Growth Opportunities:
• Expand operating schedule and private event bookings
• Develop corporate and university partnerships
• Increase VIP services, sponsorships, and promotional revenue
• Host ticketed live entertainment and special events
• Leverage rooftop for seasonal programming and simultaneous events
• Enhanced digital marketing and expanded food/beverage offerings
The venue serves multiple market segments including nightlife, private events, wedding receptions, watch parties, and university programming. Competition is limited for venues offering this combination of indoor/outdoor space, capacity, and professional buildout.
Seller financing available. Owner selling due to geographic distance from primary residence. Comprehensive transition support included covering operations, vendor relationships, staffing, and business management.
This confidential offering represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a premium entertainment venue in one of North Carolina's most dynamic college markets without the time and capital typically required for ground-up development.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 4
- Employees
- 33 (2 Full-time, 30 Part-time, 1 Contractor)
- Facilities & Assets
- Approximately 9,000 SF across two levels, featuring a fully built-out indoor nightclub and rooftop entertainment venue. Facilities include multiple bars, dance floor, DJ area, lounge seating, reception, restrooms, storage, walk-in cooler, management office and mechanical areas. The heated rooftop includes a custom louvered roof, motorized weather blinds, built-in seating, specialty lighting and climate control. The entire facility is also accessible via an elevator that was installed during buildout.
Sale includes furniture, booths, tables, stools, décor, built-in bars, draft system, refrigeration, sound and lighting systems, DJ equipment, TVs, security and access-control systems, POS equipment, office equipment, shelving and operational smallwares. Final asset inventory is available to qualified buyers after NDA. Leased, vendor-owned or landlord-owned items are excluded unless specifically stated. - Market Outlook / Competition
- The business operates in a high-traffic North Carolina college market with strong demand from students, alumni, young professionals and visitors. The area benefits from university events, athletics, tourism and a steady pipeline of new customers each year. Competition includes bars, restaurants and smaller entertainment venues, but few offer a comparable combination of indoor nightclub space, rooftop capacity, multiple bars and a turnkey entertainment buildout. The venue is well positioned for nightlife, private events, watch parties, live entertainment and branded promotions.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Growth opportunities include expanding operating nights, increasing private-event and venue-rental business, hosting additional live entertainment and ticketed events, developing corporate and university partnerships, and growing VIP, sponsorship and promotional revenue. The rooftop and multi-level layout also provide flexibility for seasonal programming, watch parties, daytime events and simultaneous event concepts. Additional growth may be achieved through targeted digital marketing, enhanced event programming and expanded food and beverage offerings.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 8,974
- Rent
- $17,435.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner is selling due to the geographic distance from home
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide reasonable transition support and training to ensure a smooth handoff. Support may include introductions to key vendors and service providers, review of operating procedures, equipment and systems orientation, staffing and scheduling guidance, event operations, marketing processes and general business management. The specific scope and duration of training will be negotiated as part of the purchase agreement.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2521926
- Listing Views
- 22
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