The Ultimate Block Party AV Checklist: New Orleans Edition
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Sound
The heartbeat of any block party. NOLA crowds expect it loud, clean, and brassy.
- PA System (Line Array or Powered Tops + Subs): Need it always. Recommended quantity: 2 tops + 2 subs for crowds under 300, 4+4 for crowds up to 1,000. Rental: $400–$1,500.
- Wireless Microphones: Need it for MCs, hosts, brass band leaders. Quantity: 4–6 handhelds. Rental: $40–$75 each.
- Stage Monitors (Wedges): Need it if you have live performers. Quantity: 2–4 wedges. Rental: $75–$150 each.
- Digital Mixer (16–32 channel): Need it always. Quantity: 1. Rental: $250–$600.
- DI Boxes & XLR Snake Cables: Need it for live bands. Quantity: 4 DIs + 50ft snake. Rental: $75–$150 total.
Lighting
Sundown hits early — make sure your block glows.
- LED Uplighting: Need it after 6pm. Quantity: 12–24 units to wash building facades. Rental: $25–$40 each.
- Dance Floor Lighting (Moving Heads + Wash): Need it for the dance zone. Quantity: 4–8 fixtures. Rental: $75–$150 each.
- Stage Lighting Package: Need it for performers. Quantity: 1 truss with 6–8 PARs. Rental: $500–$1,200.
- Ambient String Lights / Bistro Bulbs: Need it for vibe across the block. Quantity: 200–400 ft. Rental: $2–$4 per ft.
- Lighting Controller (DMX Console): Need it always. Quantity: 1. Rental: $150–$300.
Video
Stream the second line, replay the dance battles, run sponsor reels.
- Outdoor Projector (10,000+ lumens): Need it after dusk. Quantity: 1. Rental: $400–$900.
- Inflatable or Truss Screen (12–16 ft): Pair with projector. Quantity: 1. Rental: $350–$750.
- 55–75" LED TV Displays: Need it for sponsor signage, menus, social walls. Quantity: 2–4. Rental: $200–$500 each.
- Video Switcher + HDMI Cabling: Need it if running multiple sources. Rental: $150–$350.
DJ / Music
NOLA loves bounce, brass, and Big Freedia energy. Give your DJ the right rig.
- Pioneer CDJ-3000 Turntables (pair): Need it for pro DJs. Quantity: 2. Rental: $300–$500 pair.
- DJ Mixer (DJM-A9 or V10): Need it always. Quantity: 1. Rental: $150–$300.
- All-in-One Controller (XDJ-RX3): Backup or mobile DJ option. Rental: $200–$350.
- DJ Booth Façade w/ LED Front: Need it for visual impact. Quantity: 1. Rental: $250–$500.
- DJ Headphones + Stand Monitors: Quantity: 1 set + 2 monitors. Rental: $100–$200.
Extras
The details that turn a party into a viral moment.
- 360 Photo Booth: Need it for social shares. Quantity: 1. Rental: $500–$1,200.
- Low-Lying Fog Machine: Adds dance floor magic. Quantity: 1–2. Rental: $100–$200 each.
- Confetti / CO2 Cannons: Big finale moments. Quantity: 2–4. Rental: $75–$150 each.
- Generators (20–50 kW silent): Critical outdoors. Quantity: 1–2. Rental: $400–$1,000.
- Crowd Barricades & Cable Ramps: Required by most permits. Rental: $15–$30 per unit.
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