
Bistro string lights
Per 100 ft strand, LED globe bulbs
$82.50per 100 ftEst.
West Side · Lighting
Event lighting rentals in Wicker Park & Bucktown, Chicago start at $2.20, and the typical item costs about $71.50, across 26 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Wicker Park & Bucktown 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
$71.50each
$5.50each
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 Wicker Park & Bucktown
| 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 Wicker Park & Bucktown
These two neighborhoods sit side by side around the Milwaukee, North and Damen intersection, and they share a creative streak. Old storefronts have become studios and event spaces, worker cottages have grown backyard dining setups, and The 606 trail runs across the top of Bucktown, giving locals a favorite spot for pre-party photos.
Open-plan rooms in converted buildings, often above street-level shops.
Lighting here: Check what the venue's house lighting can do first, then rent uplights or pin spots for the cake and centerpieces.
Small spaces along Milwaukee and Division that host openings, dinners and micro-weddings.
Lighting here: Check what the venue's house lighting can do first, then rent uplights or pin spots for the cake and centerpieces.
Narrow lots where yards are typically reached through a gangway 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.
A popular area for photos before gatherings, though the trail itself isn't an event venue.
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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