Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
Southwest Side · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Back of the Yards
Event lighting rentals in Back of the Yards, Chicago start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 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 lighting price
- $2.20
- lowest lighting price
- typical item
- $71.50
- typical item
- options to choose from
- 26
- options to choose from
- top of the range
- $214.50
- top of the range
Popular lighting for Back of the Yards events
LED uplight
Wireless, battery powered, any color
$38.50each
Chandelier
Crystal or wood-and-iron, for tents and lofts
$82.50each
Pipe & drape
Per 10' section, 8'-16' tall
$55per 10' section
Example photoChauvet Party LED Light
$110each
Example photoChampagne Wall with Lights
$163.90each
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 | 8 uplights or 60 ft of string lights |
| 100 guests | 10 uplights or 120 ft of string lights |
| 150 guests | 15 uplights or 180 ft of string lights |
| 200 guests | 20 uplights or 240 ft of string lights |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what lighting cost in Chicago.
- Real Wax Flameless Flickering Candle Rental$2.20
- Real Wax Flameless Flickering Tea Light Candle Rental$2.20
- Moon Lamp Lighting Rental$5.50
- LED uplight$38.50
- Uplighting Rental$38.50
- Pipe & drape$55
- Large Black Lantern Trio$71.50
- Bistro string lights$82.50*
- Chandelier$82.50
- Professional Photography Lighting Rental$97.90
* Estimated from Chicago-area market rates; confirmed in your quote.
Celebrating in Back of the Yards
Where Back of the Yards hosts use lighting
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.
Lighting here: String lights between trees or poles turn a yard into a venue after dark. Plan power runs and keep cords off walkways.
Banquet halls along 47th and Ashland
Quinceañeras and weddings; confirm each hall's outside-rental policy.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Parish halls
Communion and confirmation receptions use church halls with fixed schedules.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Sherman Park and Davis Square Park
Large public parks for gatherings; permits go through the Chicago Park District.
Lighting here: Park events usually end at dusk; if yours does not, battery lanterns and uplights avoid the need for power.
Delivery notes for Back of the Yards
- Frame-built older homes may have uneven yards. Let us know if the ground is sloped or soft.
- Share hall pickup times with us so the return trip fits their schedule.
How to plan
Getting event lighting rentals right
- 01
Uplighting
One uplight every 8-10 feet of wall, set to your color palette.
- 02
String lights
For a tent, plan the tent length x 3-4 for a zig-zag or perimeter pattern.
- 03
Drape
Pipe and drape is priced per running foot; use it to hide walls, storage or a kitchen door.
FAQ
Event lighting rentals in Back of the Yards: questions
How much does event lighting rental cost in Back of the Yards?
Event lighting rentals through Beyond Chiavari start at $2.20 per item, with a typical item around $71.50 and premium pieces up to $214.50. 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 event lighting rentals to Back of the Yards?
Yes. We book event lighting 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 string lights be installed at my Back of the Yards home?
Yes, if there are trees, poles or structures to hang them from, or the partner brings poles. Tell us the layout and where outlets are at your Back of the Yards site so power runs are planned before the install.
How far ahead should I book event lighting rentals in Back of the Yards?
Lighting is easier to get than tents, but book 4 to 8 weeks ahead for fall weddings, when sunset comes early.
How many uplights do I need?
For a typical hotel ballroom, 12-16 uplights. Space them every 8-10 feet along the walls you want to color.
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