AV Equipment Checklist for a Bachelorette Party in New York

By Event Rentals NYC — a KLAV Group company. With 20+ years of NYC production experience and 1,000+ events delivered for clients like Madison Square Garden, Webster Hall, and Marriott, we know exactly what makes a bachelorette night unforgettable. Use this checklist to lock in every AV piece you need, in the right quantity, at the right price.

Sound

The single most important system at any bachelorette party. Without clean audio, the night dies fast.

• Powered PA Speakers (15"): Need them from doors-open to last call. Quantity: 2 mains for up to 50 guests, 4 for 50–150 guests. Rental: $150–$300 per speaker.
• Subwoofer (18"): Need it the moment the dance floor opens. Quantity: 1 for intimate suites, 2 for larger lofts or rooftops. Rental: $200–$350 each.
• Wireless Handheld Microphones: Need them for toasts, games, and the maid-of-honor speech. Quantity: 2. Rental: $75–$125 each.
• Stage Monitor Wedge: Need it if there's a DJ, host, or live performer. Quantity: 1–2. Rental: $100–$175 each.
• 12-Channel Digital Mixer: Need it before any speaker is plugged in. Quantity: 1. Rental: $150–$300.

Lighting

Lighting turns a venue into a vibe. Bachelorette parties love pink, magenta, and gold washes.

• Wireless LED Uplights: Need them set up two hours before guests arrive. Quantity: 8–12 for typical NYC venues. Rental: $25–$45 per unit.
• Dance Floor Wash / Moving Heads: Need them when the music goes up. Quantity: 4. Rental: $75–$150 each.
• Stage / Spotlight Wash: Need it for speeches and the bride's grand entrance. Quantity: 2. Rental: $100–$175 each.
• Ambient Fairy / String Lighting: Need it pre-installed before guests arrive. Quantity: 100–200 ft. Rental: $150–$300 total.

Video

Slideshows of the bride, throwback photos, and music videos elevate the experience.

• HD Projector (5,000 lumens): Need it for slideshows or video tributes. Quantity: 1. Rental: $250–$500.
• Fast-Fold Screen (9 ft or 12 ft): Need it paired with the projector. Quantity: 1. Rental: $200–$400.
• 55" or 65" TV Display on Stand: Need it for photo loops or live socials. Quantity: 1–2. Rental: $200–$350 each.

DJ / Music

Whether you're hiring a DJ or running Spotify, the booth is the heart of the room.

• Pioneer DJ Controller (DDJ-FLX or CDJ Setup): Need it ready 90 min before the first track. Quantity: 1. Rental: $250–$600.
• DJ Booth Façade with Lighting: Need it for a polished look. Quantity: 1. Rental: $200–$400.
• Turntables (Pioneer PLX-1000): Need them only for vinyl DJs. Quantity: 2. Rental: $200–$350 each.

Extras

The Instagram-worthy moments. Don't skip these.

• Photo Booth (Open-Air with Props): Need it open the entire event. Quantity: 1. Rental: $700–$1,500.
• Low-Lying Fog Machine: Need it for the first dance and entrance. Quantity: 1–2. Rental: $150–$300 each.
• Confetti Cannons (CO2): Need them for the climactic moment. Quantity: 2–4. Rental: $75–$150 each.

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