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Special Events of New England LLC

Party and Tent Planning

General tips and space allowances.
Please contact us for a free consultation on your particular event
.

More information is available on our Event Inquiry Form
which outlines typical rental needs for a larger event such as a wedding.

Estimated Space Allowances from the American Rental Association
- all estimates are minimum - allow more space to ensure flow and comfort
server meals require more space than buffets

Theater Seating (chairs in rows) and
Classroom Seating (tables & chairs in rows)

6 square feet/person not including aisles  
 

Banquet Seating

oblong/rectangular 8-10 square feet/person  
round tables of 6-12 people 10-15 square feet/person  
 

Cocktail Parties and Receptions

all standing 6-10 square feet/person  
some seated 8-15 square feet/person  
     

Additional Allowances

dance area 4-5 square feet/person  
beverage/bar area 100 square feet  
buffet area (per 8' table) 100 square feet  
grand piano 100 square feet  
spinet piano 50 square feet  
     

Seating Capacity Per Table

24" - 36" round 2 to 6 depending on use  
30" x 30" bridge (card) table 4 comfortably  
6' x 30" banquet 6 to 8  
8' x 30" banquet 8 to 10  
60" round 8 to 10  
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