Business Idea Center: Entertainment
Industry / Startup Costs / Franchises
Business Name / Description
Acting LessonsIf you've got the acting chops to teach others, trust us, there are a lot of stars waiting to be discovered. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Actor's Photo PortfoliosTarget your photography business to actors by helping them put together professional portfolios. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Ad AgencyUse your creativity to come up with knock-out ad campaigns for clients. |
Category: Advertising Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Advertising Clipping ServiceKeep track of advertising competition for other businesses. |
Category: Advertising Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
AuctioneerIf you have a way with words and like being in front of a crowd, try being an auctioneer. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Auto Performance CenterIf you like the idea of bling, consider a store that sells flashy auto products. |
Category: Autos/Transportation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Band Rehearsal Space RentalsGot some garage space? Rent it out to a promising garage band. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Bartender For HireHire out your bartending skills and earn tips along the way. |
Category: Food Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Billiards HallShoot for the pool of people in the billiards community. |
Category: Recreation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Boat ChartersRide your way into profits with a boat charter business. |
Category: Autos/Transportation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Boxing CenterExercise your passion for boxing and your business skills--a one-two punch. |
Category: Sports Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Bungee JumpingNeed a rush with your business? Consider jumping into the extreme sports industry. |
Category: Recreation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Buskers SchoolUse performance arts skills to teach others how to be street performers. |
Category: Education/Instruction Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Candy MakerHere's a business that promises sweet rewards. |
Category: Retail Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Cardboard PlayhousesCreate an engaging setup for make-believe with cardboard playhouses. |
Category: Children's Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Children's Party ServicePros at making children laugh and play wanted for this startup idea. |
Category: Children's Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Comedy ClubPeople can always use a laugh. Keep them smiling by giving comedians an outlet for their material. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Community Entertainment DirectoryMake sure residents never say "There's nothing to do tonight" again. |
Category: Media/Publishing Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Community WebsiteBring your local flavor to the web for all to see. |
Category: Media/Publishing Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Corporate Meeting PlannerCan you keep a group organized? Try your hand at corporate meeting planning. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Costume RentalsDress up your business with a costume rental shop. |
Category: Arts & Crafts Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Cotton CandyAdd some fluff to your pocket with this colorful business. |
Category: Food Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Dance StudioDance your way to profits with a studio for lessons and rehearsals. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Disc Jockey ServiceBring a reception or other celebration to life by supplying the music. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Double-Decker Bus ToursA double-decker bus tour can elevate your profits with adventure-seeking customers. |
Category: Autos/Transportation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Dunk Tank RentalsHelping make a splash at parties could be a slam-dunk idea. |
Category: Recreation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Educational ToysHelp kids learn with educational but fun toys. |
Category: Children's Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Entertainment Booking AgentPut your networking skills to work as an entertainment booking agent. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Event and Party PlannerIf you have a knack for planning and parties, this could be the biz for you. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Extras Only AgencySome people just want to be seen. An extras only agency ensures clients they'll get their 15 minutes of fame. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Guest RanchCorral in customers with a guest ranch business. |
Category: Recreation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Holiday Drink GuidesPeople love celebrating the holidays with a drink or two. Inspire them with a semi-annual recipe guide. |
Category: Food Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Home Theater RoomsA combination of construction and cinema create a perfect picture--in high-def, of course. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
In-Store Demonstration ServiceDo you know how to hold a crowd's attention? Create in-store demonstrations. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Independent Music LabelMake your millions by finding under-the-radar performers with talent. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Independent Record LabelTake your passion for music and start an indie record label for your favorite artists. |
Category: Media/Publishing Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
InventorIt only takes one good idea to become a full-fledged inventor. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Karaoke DJ ServiceTake the karaoke to where the party is. What business owner doesn't want to leave his or her customers singing? |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Kite Building and SalesBuild and sell beautiful hand-crafted kites for others to enjoy. |
Category: Children's Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Mobile Disc JockeyBring tunes to the party as a mobile DJ. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Mobile Rock ClimbingA great party idea, mobile rock climbing can belay you and your business to new heights. |
Category: Recreation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Modeling AgencyUse your connections to get models their big break. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Motorcycle SalesIgnite your love for motorcycles and sales with this business. |
Category: Autos/Transportation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Murder Mystery PartiesHave a flair for the dramatic? Host murder mystery parties. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Musical Band ManagementIf you've got connections, use them to help bands get their next gig. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Musical Festival PromoterCombine music and devotion to a cause as a music festival promoter. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Mystery Dinner PartiesA passion for drama, imagination and social interaction could make this perfect for you. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Old-Time Radio ProgramsNostalgic productions can be brought to life with a love for acting and history. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Online Acting SchoolNot everyone can make it to Hollywood, so why not bring Hollywood to them? |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Online Entertainment CouponsMake cheap entertainment even easier to find by putting coupons online. |
Category: Online Businesses Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Online Entertainment Listings and ReviewsPeople are always in search of dining, entertainment and attraction information and reviews. |
Category: Media/Publishing Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Online Studio MusiciansHelp produce tracks for musicians from far and wide. |
Category: Media/Publishing Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Party EntertainerAlways been the life of the party? Start a party entertaining business. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Party Entertainment ServiceAre you always the life of the party? Make it your business. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Professional EmceeUse confidence, people skills and a great voice to be a professional emcee. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $50,000 - $100,000 Franchises Available? No |
Puppet ShowsGet kids away from the TV by putting on puppet shows. |
Category: Children's Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Puzzle and Game BooksCombine fun and local advertising by starting a puzzle and game book publication. |
Category: Media/Publishing Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Recording StudioRecord sound--and profits--with your own studio. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Singing Telegram ServiceHarmonize singers with a sentimental business. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $50,000 - $100,000 Franchises Available? No |
Specialty TravelDon't just start a travel business--have a specific niche. |
Category: Travel Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Street EntertainerHave extraordinary talent and want to make money independently? Try this idea and give those street mimes some competition. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Stunt SchoolSick of putting your neck on the line? Make a business out of teaching others to. |
Category: Education/Instruction Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Talent Agent for ChildrenIf you like working with kids and can spot talent, helping children get their big break could be the business for you. |
Category: Children's Businesses Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Theater ProductionsA talented play producer can make money from one of the oldest forms of entertainment. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
TrophiesReward yourself--and someone else--with a business that makes trophies. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
Video ArcadeThe nostalgic allure of vintage gaming could make for a successful business. |
Category: Recreation Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Video Editing ServiceDuring wedding season, there's always room for more video editors. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Video Game StorePlay your way to profits with a video game store. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $10,000 - $50,000 Franchises Available? No |
Voice OversYou can use your impressive voice for more than commercials. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: Under $2,000 Franchises Available? No |
Wedding SingerLove to sing? Be the life of the party for a living. |
Category: Entertainment & Events Startup Costs: $2,000 - $10,000 Franchises Available? No |
