Rent party lighting

Party lighting is the branch of lighting technology aimed at the dance floor, suitable for any event with up to about 500 guests. We have 28 locations across Germany and Austria, so there is likely one near you, each with a dedicated local contact person. You can pick up the equipment for free and receive a short briefing, or have it delivered and set up for you.

Whether you want to rent party lights, hire disco lights, book a mirror ball, or borrow UV light for a neon party, it all comes down to the same thing: you only pay for the days the lights are in use, and you don't have to worry about storage or maintenance. For one or two parties a year—from birthdays to company events—renting is cheaper than buying, especially since you can choose the perfect device for every occasion.

The equipment is selected to fit into any standard car. An effect light like the Starburst weighs 3.65 kg, while a complete light bar with a tripod like the BossFX-2 Pro weighs 8.8 kg. If you want full service, you can book delivery, setup, and on-site support. Delivery and setup cost €59 per hour or part thereof, as does on-site support. Support is worth it if you want someone to operate the lights during the party.

Know the limitations. Party lighting only works when it's dark; no device can compete with daylight coming through large windows. Beams need haze, blacklight requires a truly dark room, and party lighting does not replace general lighting: keep normal lights on for paths, stairs, and the buffet. We do not rent out string lights, as it is cheaper for you to buy them than to rent them.

Booking is done online. Simply enter your city and dates to see which items are available from our inventory, then complete your order without needing a deposit or email inquiries—no need to request quotes from multiple providers. A weekend from Friday to Sunday counts as three rental days, with the rental price increasing by only 15% of the base price twice. Comprehensive insurance is included in the rental; details on performance and what's included are available on each product page.

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Party lighting for any room size: how many devices do you need?

The choice of lighting depends primarily on the size of the room and the number of guests. The rule of thumb from our rental service is simple: one device is enough for about 40 square meters, and three will fill a hall. This refers to the area where people are partying and dancing, not the entire apartment. The table shows you how many devices to plan for each room and how to position them.

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More equipment doesn't automatically mean better quality on the dance floor. It is more important that the light comes from at least two directions once the room is larger than a living room; otherwise, one side will remain dark. Place light bars next to the DJ booth, use effect lights in the corners to highlight the dance floor, and hang a mirror ball in the center of the room. Strobes and lasers turn this into a full light show, but they should be considered additions to this basic setup.

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How do you set up party lighting without any prior experience?

Party lighting is built for people who want to celebrate, not for lighting technicians. Most devices work on a plug-and-play basis, requiring no lighting console or complex settings—four steps are all it takes. For the Starburst, a video tutorial shows you exactly what to do.

Set it up

Place effect lights on a table, speaker, or the floor—ideally elevated and facing the dance floor. Mount light bars on the included tripod, and the mirror ball comes ready to use on its own stand with a motor and spotlight.

Plug it in

Every device needs a power outlet; these units run on mains power, not batteries. Effect lights draw around 20–55 watts, while a light bar like the BossFX-2 Pro uses 130 watts. A strobe light with a flash lamp, such as the Botex SP-1500, draws up to 1,600 watts and requires its own dedicated outlet.

Select a program

In music mode, also known as sound mode, a built-in microphone picks up the bass and syncs the light to the beat, similar to a classic light organ. In automatic mode, the device runs a pre-set program with color changes and movement.

Lights off, party on

Party lighting only works in the dark, so turn off or dim your regular lights. Cover large windows if you're starting the party before sunset. Keep a small lamp on for walkways, the bar, and the buffet throughout the event.

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Blacklight and UV: when is UV light worth it for your party?

Blacklight is worth it as soon as a party has a theme: neon party, glow party, Halloween, or 80s. UV bars emit light just below the visible spectrum, with our rental units operating at 395-398 nanometers. White clothing, neon colors, and fluorescent decorations convert this into a bright glow, everything else remains dark, and the room takes on a unique atmosphere. If you want to rent blacklight, check beforehand whether the room can be made dark enough. Ideas for decorations, outfits, and games can be found in the guide to lighting a themed party.

What glows

White textiles with optical brighteners from laundry detergent, neon colors, highlighters, UV makeup, and fluorescent decorations. Normal colors and dark fabrics remain invisible.

How dark

Blacklight requires a truly dark room. Even residual light from windows or an open door significantly reduces the effect, so plan your party for the evening and cover the windows.

How many bars

One UV bar is enough for a living-room-sized space; for larger rooms, place two bars on opposite sides. Keep the distance to the dance floor short, as the effect diminishes quickly with distance.

Combine with effect lighting

UV light is static. For movement on the dance floor, combine the bar with an effect light or a light bar. Check the catalog to see if a blacklight bar is available at your location, or ask in your free quote request.

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Lasers as an addition: when is a party laser appropriate?

Among party lighting effects, the laser is the icing on the cake, not the base lighting. It draws fine lines and patterns on ceilings and walls, and in a haze, the beams appear as fans in the room. It does not color the dance floor, which is why it is always used in addition to an effect light or a light bar.

In our rental inventory, lasers are usually integrated into combination units: in light bars like the BossFx-1 Pro and the GigBAR Move with laser class 3R, or in the Multi FX Laser Bar with class 2M. The Derby Radical 2 and the animation laser WOOKIE 400 RGB, which projects figures and animations, have the more powerful class 3B. The more powerful the laser, the more important the direction: beams belong above heads, never at eye level, and you should test them without an audience before the party starts.