Salt Lake community rooms make birthdays simple—A/C, parking, and a clean slate. To avoid a flat look, add full-drop linens, skirting, and warm lighting. This guide gives counts, three floor plans, and a tidy timeline. We’ll reference A & B Party Rentals for banquet/cocktail tables, chair packages, full-drop linens, skirting, uplights/string lights, chafers, and dispensers.
Quantities (Seats for 80–90%)
- Tables: Banquet rows + 2–3 cocktail rounds to break lines.
- Chairs: One per seat + 10% buffer.
- Linens: Full-drop dining; skirting for buffet and cake table.
- Lighting: Uplights + a few strings for warmth.
Floor Plans (50, 90, 130 Guests)
Layout A: 50 Guests
- Four banquet rows; buffet along side wall; photo backdrop near entrance.
Layout B: 90 Guests
- Staggered pods; dual beverage stations; mic corner with cord cover.
Layout C: 130 Guests
- Grid seating with 4’ fire lanes; buffet islands facing one direction.
Food & Finish
Full lids on chafers, risers for height, labeled allergens. A & B Party Rentals matches skirting and lighting to elevate community rooms fast.
Timeline (3 Weeks → Pickup)
- 3 Weeks: Headcount; room dimensions; share sketch/photos with rental rep.
- 2 Weeks: Reserve tables/chairs, linens/skirting, lights, dispensers/chafers.
- 1 Week: Finalize program order and seating chart.
- 2–3 Days: Confirm delivery/load-in; test mic and lights.
- Day-Of: Head/cake tables first; light check; one-way buffet arrows.
- After: Bag linens dry; stack chairs/tables by exit.
Sample Rental List (90 Guests)
- 10–12× 6’ banquets + 2× buffet + 1× cake + 1× gifts
- 80–90 chairs + 8–10 extra
- 12–14 full-drop linens + skirting; 3 cocktail rounds + fitted linens
- String lights (150–200 ft), 2–4 uplights, cord covers
- 3–4 beverage dispensers, ice tubs, chafers, risers
- Backdrop frame + weighted bases; trash/recycle with lids
Birthday at the hall? A & B Party Rentals will supply matched linens, lighting, and a buffet plan that moves.
