Example photoExhibit Booth Pipe and Drape
$5.50per ft
Lighting rental · Chicago
Pipe & drape
Rent a Pipe & drape in Chicago and the suburbs for $55 per 10' section. Fabric walls to hide clutter or create a backdrop.
$55per 10' section, one event day
Delivered and set up: about $292 for 1 unit
- Rental (1 × $55)
- $55
- Delivery & pickup (est., depends on distance and stairs)
- $150
- Setup & teardown (est.)
- $75
- Damage waiver (10%)
- $5.50
- Sales tax (Chicago rate, suburbs lower)
- $6.20
Delivery is one charge per order, so it shrinks per item as your list grows. Your proposal confirms every fee for your venue. Nothing is charged until you approve it.
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. Rental company? Correct or remove your listing.
- Specs
- Per 10' section, 8'-16' tall
- Priced
- per 10' section
- Category
- Lighting
- Delivery
- Across Chicago & suburbs
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Lighting at real events
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Cost at a glance
| Quantity | Qty | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 × 10' section | 1 | $55 | |
| 5 × 10' section | 5 | $275 | |
| 10 × 10' section | 10 | $550 | |
| 20 × 10' section | 20 | $1,100 |
Planning tips
Getting lighting right
- 1
Uplighting
One uplight every 8-10 feet of wall, set to your color palette.
- 2
String lights
For a tent, plan the tent length x 3-4 for a zig-zag or perimeter pattern.
- 3
Drape
Pipe and drape is priced per running foot; use it to hide walls, storage or a kitchen door.
Questions
Pipe & drape rental FAQs
How much does it cost to rent a Pipe & drape in Chicago?
$55 per 10' section for one event day. Delivery and pickup (usually $150-$400 per order), setup, a damage waiver (about 10%) and sales tax are added for your venue, so a delivered order typically costs 35-60% more than the rental rates alone. Multi-day rentals are quoted on request.
Can you deliver a Pipe & drape to my venue?
Yes. We arrange delivery, setup and pickup anywhere in Chicago & suburbs, including Evanston, Oak Park, Oak Brook, Schaumburg, Naperville and nearby towns. Tell us about stairs, elevators or load-in windows and we include them in the quote.
How far ahead should I reserve?
For May to October weekends, reserve 2-4 months ahead; tents, specialty chairs and dance floors go first. For other dates, 2-4 weeks is usually enough. Your quote holds nothing until you approve it.
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.
Are string lights safe in rain?
Commercial rental bistro lights are rated for outdoor use. Vendors still route power through covered connections and GFCI outlets.
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