The Ultimate Holiday Party AV Equipment Checklist — Park Slope Edition

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Throwing a Holiday Party in Park Slope? Whether you're booking a brownstone venue, a loft on 5th Ave, or a ballroom near Grand Army Plaza, the right AV gear transforms a good party into an unforgettable night. Use this practical checklist to make sure nothing gets missed.

Sound System

Sound is the backbone of every Holiday Party. Guests expect crisp music and clear speeches.

• PA Speakers (Powered): Needed for crowds of 50+. Recommended: 2 mains + 1 subwoofer for 75–150 guests. Rental: $150–$400/day.
• Wireless Microphones: Needed for toasts, host announcements, karaoke. Recommended: 2 handhelds. Rental: $50–$100 per mic.
• Stage Monitors: Needed if you have live performers or a DJ booth. Recommended: 1–2 wedges. Rental: $75–$150 each.
• Digital Mixer: Needed any time you combine mics, music, and a laptop. Recommended: 8–16 channel. Rental: $125–$300/day.

Lighting

Park Slope venues tend to have flat overhead lighting — you'll want to layer your own looks.

• LED Uplighting: Needed to wash walls in red/green/gold holiday tones. Recommended: 8–12 fixtures. Rental: $25–$40 each.
• Dance Floor Lighting: Needed once the DJ starts. Recommended: 2 moving heads + 1 laser. Rental: $150–$400 total.
• Stage Lighting: Needed for toasts, awards, performances. Recommended: 4 par cans on a truss. Rental: $300–$600.
• Ambient/String Lighting: Needed for cocktail hour and photos. Recommended: 100–200 ft of bistro or fairy lights. Rental: $75–$200.

Video

Video adds production value — great for slideshows, logo loops, and sponsor recognition.

• HD Projector: Needed for slideshows, holiday montages. Recommended: 5,000+ lumens. Rental: $200–$500/day.
• Projection Screen: Needed alongside projector. Recommended: 9x12 ft tripod or fast-fold. Rental: $100–$300.
• TV Displays: Needed for sponsor loops, entrance signage, bar menus. Recommended: 2–4 x 55" screens on stands. Rental: $150–$350 each.

DJ & Music

Your DJ booth is the visual and sonic heart of the party.

• CDJs / Turntables: Needed for open-format or vinyl DJs. Recommended: Pioneer CDJ-3000 pair. Rental: $350–$600/day.
• DJ Controller: Needed for laptop-based DJs. Recommended: Pioneer DDJ-FLX6 or DDJ-1000. Rental: $150–$275.
• DJ Facade/Booth: Needed to elevate the look. Recommended: white or black LED facade. Rental: $200–$450.

Extras (Guest Favorites)

These items consistently drive the most photos and social shares.

• Photo Booth: Needed for any party over 40 guests. Recommended: 360 spinner or open-air. Rental: $600–$1,200.
• Fog/Haze Machine: Needed to make lighting effects pop. Recommended: 1 low-lying fog + 1 haze. Rental: $75–$200.
• Confetti Cannons: Needed for midnight or grand entrance moments. Recommended: 2–4 CO2 cannons. Rental: $50–$150 each.

Book With Event Rentals NYC

Every item on this checklist is in stock at Event Rentals NYC, a KLAV Group company. We deliver, set up, and strike across Park Slope, Brooklyn, and the greater NYC area — with the same production teams trusted by Madison Square Garden, Barclays Center, and Hillsong NYC.

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