What Event Planners Need to Store
Event planning involves accumulating a surprising volume of equipment between gigs — and finding somewhere affordable to keep it all is a constant challenge. The typical event planner's storage inventory includes:
- Décor and props: Backdrops, centrepieces, vases, candle holders, fairy lights
- Signage: Welcome boards, table numbers, directional signs, branded displays
- Furniture: Folding tables, chairs, podiums, arches
- AV equipment: Speakers, microphones, projectors, lighting rigs
- Linens and textiles: Tablecloths, runners, chair covers, draping
Seasonal Demand Peaks
Irish event planners face wildly uneven demand. Wedding season (May–September) and Christmas party season (November–December) are peak periods where everything is in use. But from January to March, most of this kit sits in storage — and you're still paying the monthly bill.
What Storage Costs Event Planners
A medium-to-large commercial unit (75–150 sq ft) in Dublin costs €200–€400/month. For a small event planning business, that's €2,400–€4,800/year just in storage costs. Cork and Galway are somewhat cheaper — see our full pricing breakdown.
The Flexible Alternative
Peer-to-peer storage on Packhood offers warehouse space, large garages, and outbuildings at 30–50% below commercial rates. The month-to-month flexibility is perfect for event planners — scale up during quiet months, scale down when everything's deployed. For related advice, see our catering storage guide.