
Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
Cook County · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Barrington, IL start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Barrington is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.


Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.

Wireless, battery powered, any color
$38.50each

Crystal or wood-and-iron, for tents and lofts
$82.50each

Per 10' section, 8'-16' tall
$55per 10' section
4 beam
$110each
$110each
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 Barrington
| 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.
* Estimated from Chicago-area market rates; confirmed in your quote.
Celebrating in Barrington
Drive a few minutes out of the village and Barrington turns into open country: rolling pastures, white fences, riding trails and big properties with barns that have hosted more than a few receptions. The village itself, with its walkable downtown and train station, keeps things grounded, but the countryside sets the tone for celebrations.
A barn wedding or a field party here is a different kind of event. Floors might be old plank or packed gravel. The ceremony might be in a pasture, the dinner in the barn and the after-party on the patio. Chairs have to be steady, attractive from behind and easy to move between settings if the weather turns.
Many receptions happen in barns on private property. Ask the owner about flooring, power and where trucks can park.
Lighting here: Barns are dark after sunset. String lights along the beams and a few uplights on the walls make the biggest change.
Open fields look great but are uneven. Mowing the ceremony area short a day or two before helps chairs sit level.
Lighting here: Barns are dark after sunset. String lights along the beams and a few uplights on the walls make the biggest change.
Big lots suit tented receptions and summer parties, often with long drives between the road and the lawn.
Lighting here: String lights between trees or poles turn a yard into a venue after dark. Plan power runs and keep cords off walkways.
Areas like Crabtree Nature Center draw people for photos and walks. Preserves usually have strict rules on gatherings, so check before planning seating.
Lighting here: Park events usually end at dusk; if yours does not, battery lanterns and uplights avoid the need for power.
How to plan
One uplight every 8-10 feet of wall, set to your color palette.
For a tent, plan the tent length x 3-4 for a zig-zag or perimeter pattern.
Pipe and drape is priced per running foot; use it to hide walls, storage or a kitchen door.
FAQ
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