Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
Cook County · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Blue Island
Event lighting rentals in Blue Island, IL start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Blue Island 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 Blue Island 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 photoCustom Monogram Light Rental, Gobo Projector Rental
$192.50each
Example photoFairy Light Twinkling Flameless Candles
$2.20each
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 Blue Island
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
- Assorted Vintage Style Black Lanterns$5.50
- LED uplight$38.50
- Uplighting Rental$38.50
- Pipe & drape$55
- 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 Blue Island
Where Blue Island hosts use lighting
Blue Island sits on a glacial ridge, which is why the old downtown streets climb and drop in a way most south suburbs do not. Western Avenue and Vermont Street carry the traffic, and the compact grid of older brick storefronts and two-flats means many parties happen in places that were never designed for a truck and a hundred chairs.
Family milestones drive the calendar here. Quinceaneras, first communions, baptism lunches and graduation parties fill church halls, banquet rooms and deep backyard lots, and plenty of hosts want a full dressed room with linens and a head table rather than bare folding chairs. The Metra Rock Island and Electric lines both stop in town, so out-of-town guests can arrive without parking worries.
Church and parish halls
Lower-level halls hold communions, funeral lunches and anniversary parties, often with stairs and tight door widths to plan around.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Banquet rooms
Local banquet spaces host quinceaneras and receptions, and many want chairs that match a color palette rather than the house stock.
Lighting here: Check what the venue's house lighting can do first, then rent uplights or pin spots for the cake and centerpieces.
Backyard and alley lots
Deep lots behind older homes make good party space, but setup access may run through a side gate or alley.
Lighting here: String lights between trees or poles turn a yard into a venue after dark. Plan power runs and keep cords off walkways.
Parks and pavilions
Village and park district pavilions suit graduation and birthday parties. Reserve early and confirm what the rental rules allow.
Lighting here: Park events usually end at dusk; if yours does not, battery lanterns and uplights avoid the need for power.
Delivery notes for Blue Island
- If the party space is a basement hall or second floor, tell us about stairs and elevators so crews and carry time are quoted correctly.
- Alley access can be tight with parked cars. A neighbor-friendly heads up the day before helps the truck get close.
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 Blue Island: questions
How much does event lighting rental cost in Blue Island?
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 Blue Island, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added on the same itemized quote.
Do you deliver event lighting rentals to Blue Island?
Yes. We book event lighting rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Blue Island, IL (ZIP 60406). Delivery is priced per order by the partner and shown on your quote before you book.
Can string lights be installed at my Blue Island 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 Blue Island site so power runs are planned before the install.
How far ahead should I book event lighting rentals in Blue Island?
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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