The Ultimate Guide for Hiring Tables and Chairs for Christmas Parties

A Christmas Party will involve lots of planning, and a key consideration is your choice of tables and chairs. We’ve compiled this handy guide to help you choose the perfect fit for your party, whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a full festive feast!

Determine Your Room Capacity and Seating Needs

Before delving into choosing your tables and chairs, you’ll want to determine how many guests you can realistically comfortably accommodate. Our Room Capacity and Seating Guide is a good resource for helping to simplify the process of calculating space requirements based on different layouts and seating options. Here’s a recap of our capacity calculator for seating:

Choosing the Right Tables

Tables play a key role in curating the perfect ambiance for a Christmas party. There are various options, such as round and rectangle tables. Round tables create an intimate atmosphere, allowing guests to sit face-to-face, ideal for cosy gatherings. They will, however, require more space. Rectangular tables can be a space-saving option and can be easily connected to accommodate larger groups if required. Check out our Guide To Table Linen Sizing & Seating Capacity if you’d like to know more about seating capacity.

For rectangular tables, popular sizes include 6ft and 8ft, whilst round tables are popular in 5ft and 6ft diameters. These dimensions offer maximum seating capacity whilst leaving enough room for table décor such as centrepieces.

Keep in mind that if you’ll be hosting a cocktail-style party, then you may wish to consider lounge furniture, bar stools and Pod, Cocktail and High Tables, all of which are available for hire here at Caterhire.ie, with options aplenty! This style of furniture is ideal for encouraging mingling and socialising among guests and creating a relaxed, informal atmosphere.

Selecting the Ideal Chairs

Choosing the right chairs is not only about practical purposes but also enhancing the aesthetics of your Christmas party and your chosen theme. Here are some options we offer here at Caterhire.ie:

Padded Chairs

Opt for padded chairs such as our Padded Banquet Chair for hire in festive colours like red to align with a Christmas theme. These chairs provide comfort for your guests with a padded seat and backrest, ensuring they can enjoy the festivities without discomfort, and are even complete with feet bungs to prevent scratching.

Chiavari Chairs

These lightweight and elegant chairs add a touch of sophistication to your event. Customize the seat pads to match your decor, and consider experimenting with different coloured chairs to create a vibrant atmosphere. Popular choices include our Chiavari Chair Limewash, Chiavari Chair Gold and Chiavari Chair Crystal with White Pad.

Chameleon Chairs

For a fine-dining feel, check out our Chameleon Chair, which exudes elegance and sophistication and is sure to elevate your dining setting.

Rustic Chairs

For a cosy and intimate ambiance, our Bentwood Rustic Oak Chair creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Folding Chairs

If you’re looking for a chair option that is both convenient and budget-friendly, look no further than our Folding White Chair. They can be easily set up and stored, making them ideal for larger parties.

Chair Covers

Chair covers are a great option for sprucing up your chairs for a party and adding depth and dimension to your table setting. Add a touch of elegance with our range here at Caterhire.ie, where we offer a variety of colours and fabrics to suit your theme or colour scheme.

Have a question? Contact us at 01 294 3111 or info@caterhire.ie where our team will with any queries you may have. CaterHire: Ireland’s leading Event & Party Hire Specialist.