ʻEwa trades can be lively—plan for shade that won’t walk, lines that move one-way, and a photo area upwind. This guide covers quantities, three park layouts, and a timeline. Anchoring with A & B Party Rentals for pop-ups with weights, banquet/cocktail tables, chairs, pavilion-sized linens, dispensers, chafers, and battery lighting.
Quantities (Seat 70–80%)
- Shade: Pop-ups chained side-by-side; weighted bases or sand bags.
- Tables: Two buffet runs per 60–70 guests; dessert and drinks separate.
- Chairs: One per sitter + 10% buffer.
- Linens: Fitted near walkways; full-drops for dining polish.
Layouts (50, 90, 130 Guests)
Layout A: 50 Guests
- Two pop-ups over buffet; seating near wind block; photo corner leeward side.
Layout B: 90 Guests
- Shade lane of four pop-ups; dual beverage stations; 4’ aisle through seating.
Layout C: 130 Guests
- Staggered rows; mic corner; battery lanterns at dusk; trash with lids both ends.
Food & Wind Smarts
Use clip-on weights for linen corners; keep sauces at line end; rotate coolers. A & B Party Rentals provides weighted bases, fitted linens, and lantern kits that behave in ʻEwa breezes.
Timeline (3 Weeks → Pickup)
- 3 Weeks: Headcount; park photos; share with rental rep.
- 2 Weeks: Reserve shade, tables/chairs, linens, dispensers/chafers, lanterns.
- 1 Week: Assign roles (greeter/lei, buffet, drinks, trash, photo).
- 2–3 Days: Confirm delivery/parking; print site map and signs.
- Day-Of: Build shade lane first; set one-way buffet arrows.
- After: Bag linens dry; stack rentals by access path.
Sample Rental List (90 Guests)
- 4× 10’×10’ pop-ups + weights
- 10–12× 6’ banquets + linens + skirting for buffet
- 72–90 chairs + 8–10 extra
- Battery string lights/lanterns; cord covers (if needed)
- 4 beverage dispensers, chafers, risers, serving utensils
- Backdrop frame + weighted bases; trash/recycle with lids
