Cocktail Parties (stand up)
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5 to 6 sq. ft./person
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| Cocktail Parties (some seated) |
8 sq. ft./person |
| Reception, Tea type (some seated) |
8 sq. ft./person |
| Dinner, using oblong tables |
8 sq. ft./person |
| Dinner, using round tables of ten |
10 sq. ft./person |
| Cathedral seating (seating in rows) |
6 sq. ft./person |
| Dance area |
2 to 4 sq. ft./person |
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To determine the number of people your room or tent will accommodate, when using oblong tables, divide
the room area (sq. ft.) by 8. When using round tables, divide the room area by 10. This will indicate maximum
seating. If additional space is available, allow an extra 2 sq. ft. per person.
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Divide the "student" seating or tent area (sq. ft.) by 8.
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Divide "spectator" seating or tent area (sq. ft.) by 6.
This method of figuring allows for chair and passage aisle. It does not allow for problems caused by wide
traffic aisle, location of columns, service doors or unique room shapes. It is useful for a quick, general
approximation.
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Aside from the main traffic areas, allow 54" between round tables for chair and service space and 60"
between oblong tables where seating is back-to-back. This permits 24" service space behind 18" chair
depth.
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The following diagrams will help you determine your table layout and linen needs.
4 Serpentine Cloths
4 Serpentine Tables
2 6' Tables
2 54" X 120" Cloths
4 13' Skirts
2 8' Skirts
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1 5' Round Table
1 90" Round Cloth
2 8' Skirt
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4 Serpentine Tables
4 Serpentine Cloths
1 13' Skirts
2 8' Skirts
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3 Serpentine Tables
3 Serpentine Cloths
2 4' Round Tables
2 90" Round Cloths
3 13' Skirts
1 8' Skirt
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1 8' or 6' Table
1 Banquet Cloth
1 13' Skirt
1 8' Skirt
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2 Serpentine Tables
2 Serpentine Cloths
2 13' Skirts
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1 4' Round Table
1 90" Round Cloth
1 13' Skirt
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