Andy’s Party Planning Tips
Tent !!! What Size Do I Need?
Ask yourself the following questions:
- How many guests are invited?
- What activities will take place under the tent? ie: Band, Dance, Food, Tables & Chairs, etc.
- What type of surface will the tent be placed on? ie: Grass, Concrete, etc.
Here is a guide for determining the size needed for your event:
| Type of Event | Square Foot Needed Per Person |
| Stand-up Cocktail | 5-6 |
| Buffet Dinner | 7-8 |
| Sit Down Dinner w/ Round Tables | 13 |
| Sit down Dinner w/ Rectangular Tables | 9 |
| Cathedral Seating | 5-6 |
| Dance Area | 2-3 |
| Band Stand | 10 |
| Drums | 20 |
| Bar | 30 |
| Speaker’s Platform | 10 |
Not Creative?
Floor Planning Service Available. Let our Event Planners design your tent or room set-up.
Tables!!! What Size Tables and Linens Should I use?
| Table Size/ Style | Seating | Standard Length | Floor Length |
| Rectangular Tables |
| 6 Foot | 6-8 | 54”x120” | 88”x130” |
| 8 Foot | 8-10 | 54”x120” | 88”x154” |
| Round Tables |
| 30 Inch | 4 | 90” | 90” |
| 48 Inch | 6 | 90” | 108” |
| 60 Inch | 8 | 90”x108” | 120” |
| 72 Inch | 10 | 108” | 90”x90” |
Beverages!!! How Do I Plan?
Champagne – 1 case (12 fifths) serves 50 people (82 drinks). Our Fountains will operate as little as 3 bottles and as much as 5 gallons.
Liquor – Plan approximately 2 drinks per hour for each guest. There are 21-28 drinks per quart of liquor. Taste preferences today are Vodka, Scotch, Gin and Bourbon.
Punch - One gallon of punch serves approximately 24 persons. (32-30z. drinks with ice)
Coffee - One pound of coffee serves 60-80 cups.
Have A Great Party! And Thank You for renting from Andy’s Taylor Rental
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