
Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
South Side · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Bronzeville, Chicago start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Bronzeville 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
$163.90each
$5.50per ft
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 Bronzeville
| 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 Bronzeville
Bronzeville carries more Chicago history per block than almost anywhere in the city. This was the heart of the Great Migration, the Black Metropolis of jazz clubs, newspapers and banks, and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive still runs through it as a wide boulevard lined with landmarks, including Victory Monument at 35th Street. Events here often have a sense of occasion that people want their furniture to match.
Historic homes along the boulevards host intimate weddings, showers and milestone birthdays, often with limited indoor room.
Lighting here: String lights between trees or poles turn a yard into a venue after dark. Plan power runs and keep cords off walkways.
Longstanding congregations host receptions, repasts and anniversary dinners, and often need extra seating for big turnouts.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Community arts venues near King Drive suit galas, fundraisers and reunions with a gallery look.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Neighborhood parks host family reunions and block parties; check with the Chicago Park District for permits.
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.
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