Parties & Events

It's all in the planning

Whether you are organising a small gathering or a festival weekender, the secret to successful party planning is to prepare well in advance and let your imagination run wild. The best events are the ones that have a unique twist or a special theme, ensuring that they will be remembered for years to come. To help you plan that perfect party, erento offers you some tips ..
 

Company Events

social events

If you are planning a company party, a team-building day or other gathering to celebrate the success of your team, there are plenty of options for creating the perfect event. It's a very good idea because successful social events are a great way to foster team spirit and promote a positive working attitude in a company. Whether you are using a professional event agency or planning the day yourself, simple furniture such as chairs and sofas can be rented as required, or for a more relaxed atmosphere of social drinking and canapes, bar stools and high tables are also available.
 

Take the party outdoors

Lounge Furniture

In the summer months, taking your party out-of-doors is a great option for creating an atmospheric setting, whether with customers, relaxed after-work cocktails or for a barbecue. To add glamour and interest to your event, it is possible to rent themed decorations such as palm trees, lounge furniture and a cocktail bar with bartender for the professional touch. Once the party gets going, why not surprise your guests by booking a band or other performer to keep them entertained? Alternatively, hire an amplifier, a microphone and a karaoke system and sit back and watch as your guests reveal their hidden X-factors.
 

Marquees and party tents

Tents

Tents have a long history of use as a form of human habitation, with bedouin Arabs, native American Indians and the Romans all having used them as accommodation. They may be used for different purposes but have one thing in common which comes in very useful when planning an event outdoors: protection from harsh or inclement weather. Party marquees are easy to handle and can be quickly and easily erected and dismantled. Marquees are a very popular choice for all manner of events, including weddings, birthday parties, garden parties and festivals.
 

Crockery and cutlery

Crockery and cutlery

No matter what kind of event you are planning, chances are a big part of the preparation will centre of food and catering as delicious food is the heartbeat of any successful party. You will definitely need glasses and tableware, including the basics such as plates and cups. So when inviting your guests to a dinner-based event, don't forget all of the necessary utensils. For larger celebrations in particular, it is recommended to simply rent all the crockery and cutlery you will need for the day. And to decorate your tables stylishly, you can find a wide range of accessories and table linens for hire on erento.
 

Fun and games for all ages

bouncy castle

A bouncy castle is a must for any kids' party. They come in different shapes, colours and sizes and an inflatable is a sure fire way of putting a smile on the faces of the children. For a mixed-age gathering, simulators are a big hit with people of all ages and are ideal for street fairs, car launches, sports events or children's birthdays. Some of the most popular include golf simulators, surfing simulators and Formula 1 racing simulators. Alternatively, why not rent a games console such as a Playstation or Wii? Sit back and watch the fun as your guests compete against each other for the title.
 

The kid's birthday party

If you have children yourself or a large extended family, the next child's birthday party is never far away. But how do you plan to celebrate it this year and how do you make the special day extra special? To ensure nothing goes wrong in the planning, erento offers you a few tips ..

Consider first if your child's birthday will be celebrated at home or at an external venue. Will you rent a clown for the day and pitch a marquee in the garden, or hire a coach to take the whole party to the zoo, the cinema or a local swimming pool? Wherever you decide on, children want to be constantly entertained at a party, so be prepared to include enough games and activities to keep their attention. And don't forget the food! After a long day of activities, small mouths get very, very hungry.

Detailed checklist for kid's birthday party