“Thinking About Starting a Family Entertainment Center?”

You're in the right place.

Maybe it started with a daydream after visiting a great arcade.
Maybe you're a developer, operator, or investor looking to diversify.
Maybe you’re just tired of Googling and guessing.

Wherever you are in the process — if you're thinking about opening a Family Entertainment Center — this page was made for you.

Is an FEC the Right Move for You?

Launching a Family Entertainment Center (FEC) can be an incredibly rewarding — and incredibly complex — venture. The most successful operators didn’t get there by accident. They started by asking the right questions, avoiding early missteps, and working with people who’ve done it before.

What You’ll Learn on This Page:

  • How much it really costs to open an FEC

  • Common mistakes new owners make (and how to avoid them)

  • What to expect in the first 6–12 months of planning

  • The key steps between idea and grand opening

  • How FEC Guru helps you make it happen — faster, smarter, and with less risk

From Idea to Grand Opening: What It Takes

Here’s a quick look at the stages involved in opening an FEC:

  1. Vision & Concept
    What kind of center? For what audience? What makes it unique?

  2. Feasibility & Forecasting
    How much will it cost? Will it work in your market? What’s the return?

  3. Funding & Financing
    SBA loans? Private equity? Investor decks? We help you build a solid ask.

  4. Site Selection & Design
    Find the right space. Plan your layout. Choose your attractions.

  5. Operations & Staffing
    Hire and train your team. Build SOPs. Set up systems that scale.

  6. Marketing & Launch
    Name it. Brand it. Build hype and hit your numbers from day one.

Common Pitfalls We Help You Avoid:

  • Overestimating revenue

  • Underestimating expenses

  • Choosing the wrong location

  • Skipping feasibility studies

  • Forgetting about food & beverage margins

  • Rushing the launch

Why Work With FEC Guru?

  • Over 25 years of experience launching successful FECs

  • Led by Scott Harris, former executive at Dave & Buster’s, Disney, and Andretti’s

  • Real-world insights from projects across the U.S.

  • Proven frameworks, clear processes, and vendor relationships that save you time and money

Book a Free 20-Min Discovery Call

Let’s talk through your goals. No pressure, no pitch — just real answers.