Event Lighting & Décor Rentals in Waterloo, Iowa
String lights, uplighting, pipe & drape, chandeliers, and specialty décor that transforms any venue into a memorable event space. Serving the Cedar Valley and northeastern Iowa.
Lighting Changes Everything — Let Us Set the Mood
Lighting is the most powerful and underestimated element of event design. A plain white tent becomes a magical ballroom with the right string lights. A corporate boardroom becomes an elegant cocktail venue with warm uplighting. The right lighting doesn’t just illuminate your event — it creates the atmosphere your guests will feel and remember long after the night is over.
Waterloo Event Rentals carries a full range of event lighting and décor for every style, budget, and venue type. Our team helps you choose the perfect combination of elements to bring your vision to life.
Event Lighting Options
Bistro / String Lights
Our most‑requested lighting option. Warm‑white Edison‑style bulbs on heavy‑duty commercial string lines. Perfect for tent interiors, patios, pergolas, and barn venues.
Available in: 25', 50', and 100' strands. Pole and clip mounting available.
LED Uplighting
Wireless, battery‑powered LED uplights that wash walls, drape, or tent sidewalls with color. Choose from 64 colors and multiple modes for dramatic, elegant effects. Recommended for: Weddings, corporate events, galas, indoor venues.
Tent Chandeliers
Crystal‑style chandeliers that add elegance and drama to frame and pole tents. Sizes: Small (2'), Medium (3'), Large (4')
Pendant Lighting
Industrial‑style pendant fixtures ideal for rustic, bistro, or barn‑style setups.
Market Light Canopy
Full overhead string‑light canopy systems for patios and open‑air spaces. Creates a starlit ceiling effect.
Spotlights
Focused beam spotlights for stages, sweetheart tables, cake tables, and display areas.
Event Décor Rentals
Pipe & Drape Systems
Freestanding drape systems using adjustable pipe frames and fabric panels.
Perfect for:
Backdrops behind head tables or stages
Photo booth backdrops
Room dividers
Hiding unsightly walls or equipment
Available in: White, ivory, black, navy, and burgundy Heights: Adjustable from 7' to 20'
Balloon Arches & Columns
Pre‑assembled balloon arches and columns in custom color combinations. Ideal for entrances, photo areas, and party focal points.
Decorative Lanterns
Hanging paper and fabric lanterns in assorted sizes and colors for tent and outdoor events.
Photo Booth Backdrops
Sequin, floral wall, and greenery wall backdrops for photo opportunities.
Centerpiece Accessories
Cylinder vases, mirror tiles, candelabras, and other centerpiece accessories to complete your tablescape.