
Popcorn machine
8 oz kettle with cart, supplies extra
$82.50each
Cook County · Concessions
Popcorn, cotton candy and concession rentals in Palos Hills, IL start at $4.79, and the typical item costs about $108.90, across 39 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Palos Hills is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.


8 oz kettle with cart, supplies extra
$82.50each

Shaved-ice machine, syrups and cones extra
$60.50each

Countertop cheese dispenser, supplies extra
$86.90each

Steamer or roller holding about 50-80 hot dogs
$106.70each

Commercial machine, supplies extra
$60.50each
$247.50each
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 Palos Hills
| Guests | You will need about |
|---|---|
| 50 guests | 1 machine + supplies for 100 servings |
| 100 guests | 1 machine + supplies for 100 servings |
| 150 guests | 1-2 machines + supplies for 150 servings |
| 200 guests | 1-2 machines + supplies for 200 servings |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what concessions cost in Chicago.
Celebrating in Palos Hills
Palos Hills is a residential suburb known for Moraine Valley Community College, whose campus along 111th Street brings graduation ceremonies and community events to the village. The surrounding Palos forest preserves, with their wooded hills and trails, give the area a green backdrop. Moraine Valley's campus also hosts community events, and nearby families often plan graduation dinners the same weekend as commencement.
The community is diverse, with a large Arab-American population alongside Polish, Irish and Latino families, and gatherings reflect that mix: weddings, engagement parties, graduation open houses and big iftar and holiday meals. Roberts Road and 107th Street carry local traffic, and the village is made up of quiet cul-de-sacs and subdivisions. Weekends often bring multi-family gatherings with a big spread of food, so tables need room for serving trays as well as seating.
Medium and large lots support full tents and round tables. Plan access and level ground.
Concessions here: Concession machines need a level table and an outlet; popcorn and cotton candy machines each use a standard circuit, so avoid sharing it with a bounce house blower.
Large guest counts are common. Confirm hall seating before ordering extras.
Concessions here: Halls may limit open food stations or require them in the kitchen area; ask before you plan a cotton candy station.
Moraine Valley season brings family parties. Order early in May and June.
Concessions here: Venues often have exclusive caterers, so check whether outside concession machines are allowed.
Nearby preserve groves need a Forest Preserves of Cook County permit.
Concessions here: Parks without power need a generator for concession machines, and some do not allow food stands without approval.
How to plan
Popcorn and cotton candy suit kids and school events; dessert and coffee carts suit weddings and corporate events.
Plan 1-2 servings per guest; one popcorn kit makes about 20-25 servings.
Most machines need a standard 15-20 amp outlet within 50 feet, or a generator outdoors.
Machines are self-serve with a volunteer; carts often include an attendant, so check what is included.
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