Dance floor section
3' x 3' wood-look or white vinyl panel with edging; a 12' x 12' floor is 16 sections
$22per 3' x 3' section
Southwest Side · Dance floors & staging
Dance floor rentals in Back of the Yards
Dance floor rentals in Back of the Yards, Chicago start at $4.29, and the typical item costs about $64.63, across 17 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Back of the Yards is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.
- lowest dance floors & staging price
- $4.29
- lowest dance floors & staging price
- typical item
- $64.63
- typical item
- options to choose from
- 17
- options to choose from
- top of the range
- $1,100
- top of the range
Popular dance floors & staging for Back of the Yards events
LED dance floor
Programmable LED panels, priced per sq ft
$13.20per sq ftEst.
Stage section
4' x 8' deck, 16-32" adjustable legs
$71.50each
Example photoStage, 3 Step Rail Stairway
$38.50each
Example photoDance Floor w/Edging 3’ x 3’ Section (vinyl)
$22each
Example photoPortable Stage Rental - 48" x 48" Modular Event Stage
48" x 48" modular
$214.50each
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
Planning for Back of the Yards
How much you need, by guest count
| Guests | You will need about |
|---|---|
| 50 guests | 9x9 ft floor (81 sq ft) |
| 100 guests | 15x15 ft floor (225 sq ft) |
| 150 guests | 15x15 ft floor (225 sq ft) |
| 200 guests | 18x18 ft floor (324 sq ft) |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what dance floors & staging cost in Chicago.
- LED dance floor$13.20*
- Dance floor section$22
- Stage, 2 Step Wood Stairway$22
- Stage, 2 Step Rail Stairway$27.50
- Stage, 3 Step Wood Stairway$33
- Stage section$71.50
- Stage Section 4’ x 8’ Section Bil-Jax (8”, 16”, or 24” high)$71.50
- 16 x 16 Dance Floor$632.50
- 15 x 15 Dance Floor$825
- 18 x 18 Dance Floor$1,100
* Estimated from Chicago-area market rates; confirmed in your quote.
Celebrating in Back of the Yards
Where Back of the Yards hosts use dance floors & staging
Back of the Yards grew up around the Union Stock Yards, and the limestone Stockyards Gate at Exchange and Peoria still stands as a reminder. Generations of Polish, Lithuanian and Mexican families settled in the workers' cottages and frame two-flats here, and the Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council, founded in 1939, remains part of local identity. Celebrations are big and family-centered.
Backyards and gangways
The usual setting for birthdays, baptisms and graduations, often with canopies.
Dance floors & staging here: A dance floor on grass needs a level subfloor first, which adds to the price. A patio or driveway is often the cheapest base.
Banquet halls along 47th and Ashland
Quinceañeras and weddings; confirm each hall's outside-rental policy.
Dance floors & staging here: Most halls already have a hard floor; rent a white or black floor only for the look, or a small stage for the band.
Parish halls
Communion and confirmation receptions use church halls with fixed schedules.
Dance floors & staging here: Most halls already have a hard floor; rent a white or black floor only for the look, or a small stage for the band.
Sherman Park and Davis Square Park
Large public parks for gatherings; permits go through the Chicago Park District.
Dance floors & staging here: Parks rarely allow a dance floor without a pavilion or permit, so check the rules before planning dancing on grass.
Delivery notes for Back of the Yards
- Share hall pickup times with us so the return trip fits their schedule.
- Many properties have narrow gangways. Tell us the width and any steps so we can plan how to carry.
How to plan
Getting dance floor rentals right
- 01
Who dances
Assume 30-50% of guests are on the floor at peak.
- 02
Square footage
Give each dancer about 3-4.5 sq ft: 15x15 for 150 guests, 18x18 for 200+.
- 03
Stage
A 8x12 to 12x16 stage at 16-24" high fits a band; DJs usually need only a table.
FAQ
Dance floor rentals in Back of the Yards: questions
How much does dance floor rental cost in Back of the Yards?
Dance floor rentals through Beyond Chiavari start at $4.29 per item, with a typical item around $64.63 and premium pieces up to $1,100. Delivery to Back of the Yards, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added on the same itemized quote.
Do you deliver dance floor rentals to Back of the Yards?
Yes. We book dance floor rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Back of the Yards, Chicago (ZIP 60609, 60632). Delivery is priced per order by the partner and shown on your quote before you book.
Can you lay a dance floor on grass in Back of the Yards?
Yes, with a subfloor that levels the ground first, which adds cost and setup time. Tell us about the slope and surface at your Back of the Yards site and the partner prices the right base.
How far ahead should I book dance floor rentals in Back of the Yards?
Floors are limited stock. For Saturdays from May to October, book 2 to 4 months ahead, and longer for LED or white floors.
What size dance floor do I need for 150 guests?
About 15x15 feet (225 sq ft), assuming a third to half of guests dance at once. For 100 guests, 12x12 is the usual size.
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