HOW TO BUILD AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENT FROM THE GROUND UP
Dreaming of hosting a standout event but don’t have a traditional venue locked in?
You’re not alone — and you’re not out of options either. More and more clients are choosing to create their own bespoke venue spaces with flexible, stylish, and fully-equipped hire solutions.
At The Party Hire Co, we believe the best events don’t always have to happen in traditional venues. Sometimes they happen in your backyard, or in the middle of a paddock. With the right marquee, furniture, lighting, and layout — we help you bring those spaces to life.
Let’s we break down exactly how to transform an empty location into an unforgettable event setting.
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1. Choose the Right Marquee for Your Vision
The first step in building your pop-up venue is selecting a marquee that suits your event’s purpose, guest count, and vibe.
We stock a wide range of professional-grade marquees to suit every kind of space, including:
• Clear roof marquees – let the natural surrounds shine through and create magical views at night.
• White roof marquees – a crisp, clean look that reflects light beautifully during the day.
• Open gable structures – provide airflow and openness without compromising shelter.
• Fully enclosed marquees – ideal for comfort in cooler months or unpredictable weather.
We can guide you through sizing based on guest numbers, whether you’re hosting 30 people for an intimate engagement or 300 for a corporate gala.
Pro Tip: Planning a coastal or country event? We can also check wind ratings and site access so your marquee is structurally safe and compliant.
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2. Create Comfort and Style With Smart Flooring Options
Flooring often gets overlooked in early planning — but it can make or break your guest experience.
At The Party Hire Co, we offer flooring solutions that serve both function and style:
• Solid timber flooring – provides a polished, elevated finish for any event.
• Dance floors – let’s be honest, what’s a party without a dedicated spot to dance?
• Layered rugs – add softness, warmth, and texture to lounges, ceremony aisles, or chill-out areas.
Flooring not only improves the aesthetics of your marquee but also ensures a stable, dry, and even surface for tables, chairs, and high heels.
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3. Design the Flow With Functional, Stylish Furniture
Your furniture layout defines how your guests interact with the space. It also sets the tone — whether it’s formal, relaxed, or somewhere in between.
We offer a huge range of hire furniture to help you tailor the experience:
• Lounge packages with low tables and plush seating for chill-out areas
• Rustic timber tables with bentwood chairs for weddings and long-table dinners
• Bars and stools for cocktail-style events
• Dry bars and drink stations for DIY cocktail setups or staff service
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4. Light the Mood, Not Just the Space
Lighting does more than illuminate — it creates atmosphere, highlights focal points, and keeps the party going after sunset.
Some of our most popular lighting options include:
• Festoon lights – the go-to for rustic and outdoor weddings
• Fairy lights – soft, magical, and perfect under clear roofs
• Pool Orbs – LED floating orbs for your pool or backyard
• LED Uplights – perfect for highlighting marquees, feature walls, or trees
• LED LOVE light
Bonus Tip: Combine fairy lights with white draping inside your marquee for a stunning, soft-lit ceiling effect that photographs beautifully.
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5. Add the Details That Make It Unforgettable
The little details take your event from ‘nice’ to ‘next level’. Once your marquee, flooring, and furniture are sorted — it’s time to personalise.
Consider adding:
• Bar stations or Stella, our mobile bar
• Umbrellas and shade structures – essential for daytime comfort
• Outdoor lounge areas – perfect for guests to retreat and relax
• Decorative pieces – like wine barrels, easels, signage stands, and lanterns
• Heating solutions – including gas and electric heaters for cooler evenings
• Dance floors – to keep the vibe alive after dinner
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6. Planning Ahead: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start
Winter is the perfect planning season. Many clients use Winter to start booking for:
• Spring and Summer weddings
• Corporate end-of-year events
• Private celebrations during school holidays or long weekends
By locking in your marquee and furniture hire early, you avoid disappointment, secure the best pricing, and get access to premium hire items before they’re booked out.
And yes — we service the Central Coast, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Mid North Coast, and Sydney metro areas.
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No Venue? No Problem. Let’s Build One That’s All Yours.
Contact us today for a consultation, and let’s bring your vision to life.
Whether you’re starting with a patch of grass or a backyard deck, we’re ready to create something unforgettable that gives venue vibes, anywhere you want.
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