Hall U Need secures funding from Bpifrance and Picardie Investissement to expand its successful indoor leisure and dining complex concept across France.

Target Information

Hall U Need, a French multi-activity indoor recreation and dining complex, is set to expand its operations following a recent fundraising effort. The original site, inaugurated in June 2021 in Lille, spans 7,000 square meters and can accommodate up to 1,650 visitors. This venue features a bar-restaurant seating 500, a terrace for 320 patrons, and a range of entertainment activities including bowling, karaoke, arcade games, and unique features absent in the French market.

Since its launch, Hall U Need has successfully drawn over 1.7 million visitors, highlighting its appeal and potential for growth. The founder, Cyril Parenna, aims to replicate this success in various major French cities, targeting intergenerational audiences for both consumer and business engagements in a welcoming environment for year-round enjoyment.

Industry Overview

The indoor entertainment sector in France has witnessed a notable evolution, driven by changing consumer preferences and increasing demand for multifunctional leisure venues. Urban centers are becoming increasingly popular for leisure activit

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Bpifrance and Picardie Investissement

invested in

Hall U Need

in 2024

in a Series A deal

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