Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
Chicagoland · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Cook County
Event lighting rentals in Cook County, IL start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Cook County 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 Cook County 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 photoFairy Light Twinkling Flameless Candles
$2.20each
Example photoLarge Black Lantern Trio
$71.50each
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 Cook County
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.
- Fairy Light Twinkling Flameless Candles$2.20
- Moon Lamp Lighting Rental$5.50
- 7 Arm Gold Candelabra Centerpiece Rental$26.40
- LED uplight$38.50
- Pipe & drape$55
- Large Black Lantern Trio$71.50
- Bistro string lights$82.50*
- Chandelier$82.50
- Custom Monogram Light Rental, Gobo Projector Rental$192.50
- Cold Spark Machine Rental$214.50
* Estimated from Chicago-area market rates; confirmed in your quote.
Celebrating in Cook County
Where Cook County hosts use lighting
Cook County is not one market, it is several stacked on top of each other. Chicago itself runs from Rogers Park to Hegewisch, with high-rise lobbies, church halls, greystone courtyards and lakefront parks that each have their own loading rules. Past the city limits the county keeps going: Evanston and the North Shore, Oak Park and the near west suburbs, the southwest villages around Orland Park and Palos, and the northwest corridor around Schaumburg and Arlington Heights.
City and lakefront events
Chicago venues, lofts and parks mean freight elevators, dock reservations and strict load-in windows. Ask your venue for its delivery rules first.
Lighting here: Park events usually end at dusk; if yours does not, battery lanterns and uplights avoid the need for power.
Suburban banquet and event halls
Rosemont, Schaumburg, Oak Brook edge and the south suburbs have halls that often supply some seating, so confirm what is already included.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Forest preserve picnic groves
The Forest Preserves of Cook County offer picnic groves for group events. Check their reservation and vehicle access rules before ordering delivery.
Lighting here: Park events usually end at dusk; if yours does not, battery lanterns and uplights avoid the need for power.
Backyards and church halls
From bungalow yards on the Northwest Side to ranch lots in the south suburbs, most family milestones happen at home or in a parish hall.
Lighting here: String lights between trees or poles turn a yard into a venue after dark. Plan power runs and keep cords off walkways.
Delivery notes for Cook County
- Expressway traffic on the Kennedy, Eisenhower, Stevenson and Dan Ryan can swing a delivery by an hour on a Friday. Build in buffer for Saturday weddings.
- For forest preserve and park events, confirm with the district where vehicles may drive and how far chairs must be carried from the lot.
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 Cook County: questions
How much does event lighting rental cost in Cook County?
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 Cook County, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added on the same itemized quote.
Do you deliver event lighting rentals to Cook County?
Yes. We book event lighting rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Cook County, IL (ZIP 60601, 60614, 60201, 60173). Delivery is priced per order by the partner and shown on your quote before you book.
Can string lights be installed at my Cook County 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 Cook County site so power runs are planned before the install.
How far ahead should I book event lighting rentals in Cook County?
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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