Planning a party in Nairobi or Kiambu usually starts with the same questions:

How much do party rentals cost?

How many chairs and tables do I need?

What tent size should I hire?

Should I hire everything separately or choose a complete party package?

And when should I book?

Sherehe Events & Rentals provides party rentals, tents, chairs, tables, event furniture, décor, lighting, kids entertainment and complete party setups across Nairobi, Kiambu and surrounding areas.

You can hire individual equipment when you already have part of your event organised or choose a complete setup when you would rather have one team coordinate the furniture, tent, décor and collection.

This guide uses current prices published in the Sherehe Events & Rentals catalogue and package pages at the time of publication.[1][2]

Quick Answer: How Much Do Party Rentals Cost in Nairobi?

Party rental prices depend on your guest count, furniture choice, tent style, décor, entertainment, location and how much of the event you want professionally coordinated.

Current published Sherehe Events & Rentals rates include:

These are published catalogue or starting prices and should be confirmed when booking because availability, quantity, styling, transport and the final event configuration can affect your quotation.[1][3]

For the latest rates before booking, check the current Sherehe Events & Rentals Event Rental Catalogue.[1]

What Can You Hire for a Party in Nairobi or Kiambu?

A party rental can be as simple as hiring additional chairs for a family gathering or as detailed as creating a complete birthday, graduation, baby shower, ruracio, wedding or corporate-event setup.

Sherehe Events & Rentals currently provides equipment and services across several categories, including:

1. Chairs and event seating
2. Round and rectangular tables
3. Cocktail and buffet tables
4. Tents and canopies
5. B-Line tents
6. Table linen and tableware
7. Balloon decorations
8. Floral arrangements
9. Backdrops and welcome displays
10. Cake stands
11. Event carpets and flooring
12. Festoon and fairy lighting
13. Sound and event equipment
14. Children's furniture
15. Bouncing castles
16. Trampolines
17. Mascots
18. Face painting
19. Clowns and party games
20. Magic and puppet shows
21. Other children's entertainment

The live Sherehe catalogue currently contains more than 200 event-rental and package options across these categories.[1]

That means clients can combine several event requirements through one supplier rather than coordinating a separate tent company, furniture supplier, decorator and children's entertainment provider.

Individual Party Rentals or a Complete Package?

This is one of the most important decisions when planning a party.

Choose Individual Rentals When You Already Have Some Equipment

Individual hire works well when your venue already provides some furniture or shelter.

For example, you might already have a tent but require:

1. 40 Chiavari chairs
2. Five or six guest tables
3. Buffet tables
4. Table linen
5. Festoon lighting

Or your venue may already provide furniture and you only require a B-Line tent, balloon backdrop or children's entertainment.

Individual rental gives you more control over exactly what you hire.

Sherehe's current catalogue lists Chiavari chairs at KSh 200 each, standard seating from KSh 50, plain rectangular and round tables from KSh 500, and a wide selection of premium seating and tableware.[1]

Choose a Complete Package When You Want One Coordinated Setup

Packages can be easier for birthdays, baby showers, graduations, family events and private celebrations where the tent, chairs, tables and décor need to work together.

Instead of calculating every chair, table, linen, backdrop and decorative item separately, the setup is organised according to the occasion and guest count.

Current Sherehe package listings include:

Kids birthday packages from KSh 22,000

Adult party packages from KSh 34,400

Ruracio and wedding packages from KSh 34,400

Graduation packages from KSh 34,400

Baby shower packages from KSh 34,400

Luxury picnic packages from KSh 26,500.[2]

Package setups include professional event assembly and post-event collection according to the selected package. Transport is calculated according to the venue location and logistics.[2]

Party Rentals for Kids Birthdays in Nairobi & Kiambu

Children's birthdays are one of the occasions where combining equipment, decoration and entertainment can simplify planning considerably.

A typical outdoor kids birthday may require:

1. Decorated tent
2. Children's chairs
3. Kids tables
4. Themed tableware
5. Balloon decoration
6. Birthday backdrop
7. Cake presentation area
8. Bouncing castle or trampoline
9. Games
10. Face painting
11. Party entertainer

Sherehe's current kids birthday packages start from KSh 22,000.[2]

For example, a current standard setup for 20 children includes a decorated high-peak or canopy tent, kids Chiavari chairs, dressed tables, themed partyware, customised water bottles, balloon décor, a customised single-board backdrop, decorated cake table, clown and party games, face painting, and a bouncing castle or trampoline.[4]

Parents who do not require a complete package can also hire children's furniture and entertainment separately.

Children's Chiavari chairs are currently listed from KSh 200 each, while kids tables are available from KSh 1,000 depending on the selected option.[5]

For a more detailed explanation of complete children's setups, also read the Sherehe guide Kids Birthday Party Packages in Nairobi: Your Stress-Free, All-in-One Sherehe Solution.[6]

Party Rentals for Adult Birthdays

Adult birthdays normally require a different layout from children's events.

For a small dinner, you might only require stylish seating, dining tables, linen and a backdrop.

A larger garden birthday may require:

1. Tent
2. Guest seating
3. Dining tables
4. Buffet tables
5. Cake table
6. Tableware
7. Lighting
8. Balloon or floral backdrop
9. Welcome board
10. Event styling

Sherehe's Adult Parties & Birthdays packages currently start from KSh 34,400.[2][7]

Current package tiers include Chiavari-chair setups, upgraded premium-chair packages and Gold V.I.P configurations for clients looking for a more elaborate event design.[7]

For clients organising an event of approximately 50 guests, Sherehe has also published a detailed 50-Person Birthday Party Cost in Nairobi & Kiambu 2026 guide comparing simple, elegant and premium setups.[8]

What Tent Should You Hire for a Party?

Do not choose a tent using guest count alone.

The available space must also accommodate:

1. Guest tables
2. Buffet area
3. Cake table
4. Backdrop
5. Entertainment
6. Sound equipment
7. Walkways
8. Service areas
9. Dance space where required

Sherehe's current inventory includes high-peak tents, canopy tents, B-Line tents, exhibition tents, pergola tents, A-Frame marquees, dome marquees, hexagon tents and stretch tents.[1]

Current catalogue pricing includes tent options starting from around KSh 5,000, while B-Line tents start from KSh 25,000.[1]

The exact tent should be selected according to the layout rather than simply choosing a structure advertised for a certain number of people.

Outdoor Party Tip: Check the Weather Before Finalising Your Tent

Weather should be part of outdoor event planning in Nairobi and Kiambu.

The Kenya Meteorological Department publishes county, monthly and seasonal forecasts covering rainfall and temperature conditions.[9]

For an outdoor event, check the latest forecast close to your event date and discuss tent side covers, drainage, anchoring, flooring and alternative arrangements where necessary.

This is particularly important during rainy periods or when an evening event may experience lower temperatures.

Chairs and Tables: How Many Do You Actually Need?

The correct quantity depends on the style of the party.

A cocktail reception needs a different furniture layout from a seated birthday lunch.

For a fully seated meal, every guest normally needs an appropriate seating position.

For a casual event with lounge seating, a buffet and entertainment, the layout can be more flexible.

Sherehe currently lists:

Chiavari chairs — KSh 200 each

Standard seating — from KSh 50

Rustic chairs — from KSh 250

Ella Luxe chairs — KSh 600 each

Ghost-chair options — KSh 600 each

Plain rectangular tables — from KSh 500

Round tables — from KSh 500

Event tables — from around KSh 1,000.[1][10]

Before requesting a quotation, provide:

1. Expected guest count
2. Number of adults
3. Number of children
4. Seated, buffet or cocktail format
5. Venue dimensions
6. Tent requirements
7. Entertainment space required
8. Buffet or catering layout
9. Dance area requirements

This allows the event layout to be planned around the available space instead of simply filling the tent with furniture.

Party Décor, Backdrops and Lighting

Furniture and tents provide the structure of an event, while décor creates the visual identity.

Depending on your celebration, you can add:

1. Balloon décor
2. Floral arrangements
3. Welcome stands
4. Cake stands
5. Event carpets
6. Drapery
7. Backdrops
8. Entrance features
9. Table styling
10. Lighting

Sherehe's current catalogue includes balloon backdrops, floral backdrops, wall draperies, fresh florals, traditional décor, entrance arches, cake stands and welcome stands.[1]

Festoon Lighting for Evening Parties

Festoon lighting is particularly popular for birthdays, weddings, garden dinners and outdoor evening celebrations.

Sherehe currently lists a 30-metre festoon-light strand at KSh 4,500.[3]

The number of strands required depends on the size of the venue, installation pattern, tent dimensions and area you want illuminated.

For more information, see Sherehe's Festoon Lights for Hire in Nairobi – 30 Metres from KSh 4,500 guide.[11]

Kids Entertainment and Party Activities

For children's parties, entertainment should be included in the layout from the beginning.

Inflatables and activity stations need enough clear space to operate properly.

Sherehe's current entertainment catalogue includes:

1. Bouncing castles
2. Large bouncing castles
3. Trampolines
4. Bubble houses
5. Face painting
6. Mascots
7. Mr Clown and party games
8. Magic shows
9. Puppet shows
10. Canvas painting
11. Photo-booth party props
12. Popcorn machines
13. Candy machines
14. Ice-cream machines
15. Horse riding
16. Camel riding

Current published rates include a 6 × 6m bouncing castle at KSh 8,500, trampoline at KSh 8,000, face painting for up to 50 children at KSh 6,000, mascot hire at KSh 8,000 and Mr Clown & Games at KSh 6,000.[12]

Actual availability should always be confirmed for the event date.

Party Rentals Across Nairobi

Sherehe Events & Rentals serves party and event clients across Nairobi, including Uthiru, Waiyaki Way, Westlands, Mountain View, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani, Parklands, Highridge, Kitisuru, Karura, Muthaiga, Gigiri, Karen, Runda, Spring Valley, Pangani, Roysambu, Kasarani, Mwiki, Njiru, Ruai, Utawala, Donholm and the Mombasa Road area.

Clients can request an itemised quotation according to the equipment required, event location and size of the setup.

Party Rentals Across Kiambu

Sherehe Events & Rentals also serves Kikuyu, Kiambu Town, Limuru, Tigoni, Wangige, Ruaka, Ndenderu, Karuri, Banana, Thindigua, Ruiru, Juja, Thika and Tatu City.

Events can also be quoted for Kitengela, Ngong and Kiserian.

Locations outside Nairobi and Kiambu can be served by quotation depending on distance, transport requirements and event logistics.

Transport charges are confirmed with the quotation because distance and equipment volume affect the delivery and collection requirements.[2]

Planning an Evening Party? Check Venue and Noise Rules

If your party includes amplified music, a DJ, live band or sound system, check the venue's sound rules before the event.

Kenya's Environmental Management and Co-ordination Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution Control Regulations regulate unreasonable or excessive noise and provide for permissible noise levels and permits in applicable situations.[10]

NEMA also advises that noise complaints involving places such as house parties and entertainment venues are handled through the relevant county authorities.[11]

For residential venues in Nairobi or Kiambu, confirm the venue's permitted finishing time, music restrictions and any county requirements before the event.

This is particularly important for evening birthdays, weddings, house parties and events using professional sound equipment.

What Information Should You Send When Requesting a Party Rental Quote?

The fastest way to receive an accurate quotation is to send the important details from the beginning.

Include:

1. Event date
2. Venue or location
3. Event type
4. Expected guest count
5. Number of adults and children
6. Tent requirement
7. Preferred chair style
8. Table requirement
9. Preferred colours or theme
10. Decoration requirements
11. Entertainment requirements
12. Lighting requirements
13. Event start and finishing time

Venue photographs or measurements can also help when the available setup space is limited.

Instead of sending only:

“How much is a party setup?”

A more useful enquiry would be:

“I am planning a 40-person birthday in Ruiru. I need a tent, Chiavari chairs, guest tables, two buffet tables, a birthday backdrop and evening lighting.”

That allows the team to prepare a more relevant quotation.

How Booking Works at Sherehe Events & Rentals

A 50% deposit is required to secure the event date and reserve the agreed equipment.[2][7]

The remaining balance is cleared before delivery, unloading or setup begins unless another arrangement has been agreed in writing.

Standard hire is generally based on a 24-hour hire period.[7]

Transport is charged according to distance and logistics and is confirmed on your quotation.[2]

Package setups include the applicable setup, teardown and collection service.

For individual rental items, discuss any special arrangement or layout requirements when requesting your quotation because delivery and furniture-arrangement requirements can differ depending on the item.[13]

Party Rentals vs Event Planning: What's the Difference?

Party rental mainly concerns the physical equipment needed for an event.

For example:

1. Hiring 50 chairs
2. Hiring six tables
3. Hiring a tent
4. Hiring festoon lighting

Event planning and styling go further by coordinating how these items work together.

That can include:

1. Guest layout
2. Colour theme
3. Tent selection
4. Table arrangement
5. Backdrop placement
6. Children's entertainment area
7. Lighting layout
8. Setup sequence
9. Collection planning

Sherehe Events & Rentals supports both approaches.

Clients who know exactly what equipment they require can hire individual items, while clients looking for a coordinated setup can select a package or request a customised event quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Party Rentals in Nairobi & Kiambu

How much does it cost to hire party equipment in Nairobi?

The total depends on the equipment and quantity required. Current Sherehe prices include standard seating from KSh 50, Chiavari chairs at KSh 200, selected tables from KSh 500 and complete party packages from KSh 22,000.[1][2]

How much are kids birthday packages in Nairobi?

Sherehe's current kids birthday packages start from KSh 22,000, with larger and premium setups available according to guest count and selected package.[2]

How much are adult birthday packages?

Current Sherehe adult party packages start from KSh 34,400.[2][7]

Can I hire only chairs and tables?

Yes. You can hire individual chairs, tables, tents, lighting, décor and other equipment without purchasing a complete package.[1]

Do you deliver party rentals to Kiambu?

Yes. Service areas include Kiambu Town, Kikuyu, Limuru, Tigoni, Wangige, Ruaka, Ndenderu, Karuri, Banana, Thindigua, Ruiru, Juja, Thika, Tatu City and surrounding areas.

Do rental prices include transport?

Transport is calculated according to distance and event logistics and is confirmed in your quotation.[2]

Can you set up the whole event?

Yes. Complete packages are available for clients looking for coordinated event setups. Individual equipment can also be hired separately.[2]

How long is the standard hire period?

Sherehe's published booking information states a standard 24-hour hire period.[7]

How much deposit is required?

A 50% deposit is required to secure the event date and reserve the equipment.[2][7]

Should I check the weather before booking an outdoor party?

Yes. The Kenya Meteorological Department provides county and seasonal weather forecasts that can help when planning outdoor events.[9]

Do I need to consider noise rules for a house party?

Yes. Events using amplified music should consider venue restrictions and applicable county and national noise requirements, particularly in residential areas.[10][11]

Book Party Rentals in Nairobi or Kiambu

Whether you are planning a children's birthday in Lavington, an adult birthday in Karen, a baby shower in Ruaka, a graduation in Ruiru, a family celebration in Kikuyu or a private event elsewhere in Nairobi or Kiambu, start with three things:

Your event date

Your venue

Your guest count

From there, Sherehe Events & Rentals can help you choose suitable chairs, tables, tents, décor, lighting and entertainment.

You can hire individual equipment or request a complete event setup built around your guest count, venue and preferred style.

Sherehe Events & Rentals

Waiyaki Way, Uthiru, Nairobi

Call/WhatsApp: +254 799 905 600

Email: info@shereheevents.co.ke

A 50% deposit secures confirmed event dates and reserved equipment. Transport is quoted according to distance and event logistics.

Sources & References

Current Sherehe Events & Rentals prices can be checked in the Event Rentals & Party Packages Catalogue and the 2026 Event Hire Price List.

Complete birthday, baby shower, graduation, wedding and other event packages are listed on the Sherehe All-Inclusive Event Packages page.

Current adult birthday package inclusions and booking terms are available on the Adult Parties & Birthdays Packages page.

For children's events, see the Kids Birthday Party Packages in Nairobi guide and the 20 Kids Standard Package.

Current Chiavari chair options and rates are listed on the Chiavari Chairs Hire Nairobi page.

For tableware pricing and options, see the Tableware & Cutlery Hire Nairobi page.

For evening-event lighting, see the Festoon Lights for Hire in Nairobi guide.

For a detailed birthday budget example, see How Much Does a 50-Person Birthday Party Cost in Nairobi & Kiambu in 2026?.

For outdoor-event planning, check the Kenya Meteorological Department Seasonal Forecast.

For event noise requirements, see the Environmental Management and Coordination (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution) (Control) Regulations, 2009 — Kenya Law and the NEMA Noise Regulations page.