Backyard wedding in Itajaí: what to rent and when to book

Backyard wedding: the rental list starts with structure

A backyard mini wedding has its own charm, but it depends on items most families do not have in large enough quantities. A tent, tables, chairs, a sound system and lighting form the base; an extra freezer rounds it out. On Alugoae you find these items listed by residents of Itajaí, Balneário Camboriú and Navegantes, each with a daily rate, real photos and rules set by the owner.

The first decision is your guest count. For a mini wedding of 30 to 50 guests in Itajaí, a 6 x 6 metre tent covers the tables well. For 60 or more, two 4 x 4 tents or a single 6 x 9 tent makes more sense. You can ask the owner in the Alugoae chat whether assembly is included and what minimum surface the tent requires, before placing a reservation request.

Tent and tables: how much space and how many pieces you need

A round table for 8 seats takes up roughly 1.5 m in diameter, and you should leave at least 1 m of clear space around each one for movement. For 40 seated guests, that means 5 tables of 8 plus 2 or 3 service tables. Tiffany chairs give a more refined look; plastic chairs are easier to transport and tend to cost less per day. Many Alugoae listings include table and chair sets together.

When collecting the items, check that the tables are all the same height and that no chair has bent legs. Take a photo of each piece before loading it into the car: this creates a condition record and avoids disputes at return. The Alugoae panel shows the owner's blocked dates, so you know availability before sending a message.

Sound and lighting: what to agree on before the date

For a ceremony with 40 guests outdoors, a speaker rated at 400 W RMS covers the officiant's voice and music clearly. For the party that follows, 800 to 1000 W delivers sound without distortion. Before booking, ask in the chat whether the item includes a microphone cable, a stand and a Bluetooth input. On the coast, salt air speeds up connector corrosion, so check cable condition at pick-up.

String lights above the tables transform any backyard at night. Coloured LED spotlights work well as backlighting for the cake table and dance area. Check your home's circuit breaker capacity before switching everything on at the same time: sound, lighting and freezer can easily draw 4 to 6 kW combined.

Freezer and drinks for your guests

A 400-litre chest freezer keeps drinks cold for 50 guests without needing constant ice refills. Confirm the voltage (110 V or 220 V) with the owner before booking and arrange collection on a weekday so the unit reaches the right temperature at least 12 hours before the event. The owner receives the payout after confirming the return, following Alugoae's standard flow.

Chemical toilets are not currently available on Alugoae, but specialised companies in Itajaí provide them separately. Budget for this from the start and contact local suppliers early, since availability shrinks fast around summer weekends.

What to rent for a wedding: book 60 days ahead and plan for rain

What to rent for a backyard wedding should be decided and reserved at least 60 days in advance, especially in summer months and around Christmas dates. Tents, freezers and speakers tend to go first. On Alugoae, a reservation only exists once the owner accepts: confirm each item as soon as acceptance arrives, and agree on pick-up time, assembly and return in the chat.

For a rain backup, keep one extra tent in the reservation if possible, or agree with the owner on adding a piece with 48 hours of notice. Bring a roll of waterproof tape on the day to seal tent-flap seams if rain blows sideways. Planning a covered path between the house and the event area reduces disruption without relying on last-minute fixes.

• 60 days ahead: tent, freezer and speakers
• 45 days ahead: tables, chairs and lighting
• 30 days ahead: supplementary items (chafing dishes, string lights, accessories)
• 7 days ahead: confirm pick-up time with each owner in the chat