10 Birthday Rental Ideas for Adults and Kids

It seems that everyone loves to have a lively birthday. But when it comes to preparing various birthday party supplies and entertainment, people always need to invest a lot of time and effort. Of course, there's a way to cut out all the hassle!

You don't have to purchase everything for your party; renting supplies can be a more cost-effective and convenient option. Renting party essentials not only saves money but also reduces the hassle of storage and transportation.

In this article, we’ll explore how renting can make your party planning easier and more affordable. Additionally, we’ll discuss which items are best to rent for your celebration.

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How to Make Your Birthday Party Fun for Adults or Kids?

Adults have a different source of joy than kids, so you should design some birthday party activities by age. Some interesting birthday party ideas are as follows.

For kids, outdoor activities are always endlessly fascinating. You might want to rent a bounce house for the kids to jump around in or set up a bubble machine, which is sure to make them laugh as they watch the colorful bubbles float through the air. There is also a slide, and a popcorn machine cannot be missing!

For adults, they may prefer a more relaxed and pleasant way of socializing. Perhaps you need to consider renting a dance floor where adults can dance to the rhythm of dynamic music and release the stress of work. Alcohol is known to be exhilarating and temporarily numb life's woes. You can prepare some fine wines, and everyone will be most relaxed in a slightly drunken state.

If you wish to create a lively birthday party atmosphere, it is inevitable that you should rent birthday-related decorative elements. However, before that, you need to define the theme of the party. When a party has a distinctive theme, it is easier for guests to get into the atmosphere and for everyone to find common topics among themselves, leading to increased interaction and communication.

For the organizer, the entire party also becomes more organized and efficient. Because you don't have to struggle with what kind of invitations to design and rent-related items. Things like decorations, music, food, and drink choices can all be planned around a theme. It's also worthwhile to make a party playlist to play pleasant music and rent a projector to set the mood!

10 Birthday Rental Ideas to Have Fun

So, what specifically do you need to rent for a birthday party? We will exemplify some practical birthday rental ideas.

#1 Outdoor Tent to Protect Against Sun and Rain

When you are thinking about a venue to host your party, surely you also know that it can be expensive if you rent a commercial venue. Ever tried renting a tent for your party venue? It would be the most cost-effective decision!

Don't worry about not knowing where to set up your tent; you can set it up in a park or in your own backyard! They have a lot of space and no venue fees.

But what has to be considered is when participating in an outdoor party activity, if the sun is too high or suddenly windy or rainy, it will surely ruin the party! Therefore, you must choose a high-quality tent.

The Sheltent pole tent cover is made of high-quality PVC material. It is UV resistant and 100% waterproof. As well, we use high-quality and high-strength 6061/T6 grade aluminum, with a hardness of 15HW and wind resistance of 70 km/h. 

After planning the venue, theme, etc. for the party, how do you bring the envisioned atmosphere to reality? That depends on your things to rent for a birthday party. Some specific birthday rental ideas will be listed next, including tables, chairs, furniture, lighting, dance floor, and more.

#2 Table and Chairs & Furniture

You must know roughly how many guests will certainly be coming to the party before you can determine exactly how many tables and chairs you want. Then, base the layout on your favorite atmosphere.

For example, the U-shaped layout is suitable for formal scenes, which can focus the eye on the center stage, and this layout is actually good for playing board games.

In addition, there are cocktail tables to consider arranging as well. The combination of high cocktail tables and loose seats creates a free social atmosphere.

The round table banquet layout is usually used for dinner parties. It reinforces the intimacy of the guests at the same table by enclosing them.

Although tables and chairs are the basic skeleton of the event, a single configuration is often difficult to meet the needs of multiple scenarios. That's why you might consider renting some additional furniture. Like add hanging chairs or lazy susan to add interest and guest comfort.

#3 Lighting

There are so many ways to decorate a tent beautifully. Among them, you can use different types of fixtures, such as string lights, spotlights, or LED colored lights, to create amazing visual effects.

Lighting can not only illuminate the venue but also inject a unique atmosphere into the party through light and shadow. If you're stuck on what kind of tent lighting to rent, perhaps you can think in terms of lighting type, layout, mix and match, and controls.

#4 Dance Floor

A dance floor is certainly a must in birthday rental ideas for adults. It adds to entertainment. When renting, you should choose dance floor equipment that is easy to install and operate. Or rent a package that includes installation services to avoid technical difficulties affecting the progress of the party.

After installing it, you might consider decorating the dance floor. If you think it's too much trouble, you can refer to some wedding dance floor ideas, and maybe some of the methods are equally applicable to birthday party dance floors.

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#5 Food Trucks

Maybe you should have a new way for your guests to pick up their food. Food trucks provide guests with a fresh and varied dining experience compared to traditional dining stations. Guests no longer need to walk to a fixed catering area to eat. Food trucks can adjust their location based on the party setup and foot traffic.

#6 Projector and Big Screen

Renting a projector and a big screen for a birthday party is a godsend for creating an immersive scene at a low cost. You can use them to show party-themed videos, home videos, and more. Especially for kids' birthday parties, showing cartoons or animated movies is sure to capture their attention. And for adult parties, showing a birthday recap video or something else can also add to the emotional atmosphere of the party.

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#7 Stage

Renting a stage can be used as a carrier for various performances, games, and interactive sessions. Such as dance performances, bands, birthday speeches, or karaoke sessions and so on. This can bring the party atmosphere to a climax.

#8 Portable Bars

What's a rave without wine? However, it would be a bummer if guests always had to go to the regular drink section to get refills! You might consider renting a portable bar which is also mobile. This makes it a lot easier for guests to have drinks or beverages when they want to.

Birthday parties can't have a fun atmosphere without entertainment sets that will keep both adults and children entertained. Here are some birthday rental ideas for entertaining for all ages.

#9 Gaming Rental for Adults

Maybe some of your friends don't know each other, and to avoid chilling the party with their unfamiliarity, please rent some gaming options for adult time!

• Rental Board Games: Provide a diverse selection of board games, such as strategy, reasoning, cooperation, etc.
• Poker: Classic poker games, set up with diverse playing rules.
• Chess: traditional board games such as Xiangqi, Weiqi, and Wuzhiqi.
• Game Consoles: Provide the latest home game consoles or nostalgic classic arcade games.
  

#10 Fun Things to Rent for Your Kid's Birthday

Some popular kids' rental items are sure to be a hit at any party. These items are not only fun but also affordable. You can even ask your child for their input when selecting the activities. Here’s a list of some favorites that are guaranteed to entertain:

• Cotton candy machine
• Ball Blowing Pit
• Air Bubble Machine
• Slide
• Sandbox
• Children's Painting Booth

Tips for Birthday Party Rentals

When renting party supplies, taking the time to plan and prepare in advance will help you avoid last-minute issues. It's also a good idea to include DIY activities for added fun. Here are more key things to keep in mind when renting items for your event:

• Choosing the right size rental facilities
• Ensuring equipment safety and quality
• Communicate clearly with suppliers about requirements
• Set aside a contingency budget
• Inspection of lease contracts

Conclusion

We have analyzed a variety of birthday rental ideas for both adults and children, including party supplies and entertainment facilities. We sincerely hope that we can help make your birthday party a success. If you have any questions about party tent or venue setup, please feel free to contact Sheltent! Our professional team will answer your questions!