
Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
Northwest Side · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Sauganash, Chicago start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Sauganash 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
$130.90each
$192.50each
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 Sauganash
| 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 Sauganash
Sauganash is one of the most suburban-feeling pockets of Chicago. Curving streets, wide lots, brick Tudors and ranch homes, and a canopy of old oaks give it a leafy, quiet character. It was named for Billy Caldwell, also called Sauganash, whose name also graces nearby forest preserve land. Residents tend to host at home, because the yards are big enough.
That makes backyard weddings, graduation parties and large family gatherings the neighborhood's typical events. The lots often have long driveways, side gates and mature landscaping, so planning where tables go and how to keep a path clear matters. Deliveries are easier here than in most of the city, but heavy trees can limit spaces for tents and drip lines can leave patches on the lawn.
Large yards with mature trees suit backyard weddings and big graduation parties.
Lighting here: String lights between trees or poles turn a yard into a venue after dark. Plan power runs and keep cords off walkways.
Billy Caldwell Woods and nearby preserves offer permitted picnic spaces through Cook County.
Lighting here: Park events usually end at dusk; if yours does not, battery lanterns and uplights avoid the need for power.
Local parishes and schools host receptions, fundraisers and communion parties.
Lighting here: Hall lighting is often harsh. Uplights in your colors and dimmed overheads change the room more than any decor.
Small parks and fieldhouses host casual parties, under Chicago Park District rules.
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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