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Table Spacing and Seating Guide
Where do you begin, with an empty room and stacks of tables and chairs to arrange for a special event? It can be an overwhelming task. But it doesn't have to be. With these tips, you will be set-up in no time, and your room/tent will look great!
Table Selection and Seating Capacity:
Tall Cocktail Tables: All Seat 2-4 People
2' Round
3' Round
3' Square
Banquet Tables: (Rectangle)
4' Banquet - Seats 4-6 people
6' Banquet - Seats 6-8 people
8' Banquet - Seats 8-10 people
Round Tables:
3' Round - Seats 2-4 people
4' Round - Seats 6-8 people
5' Round - Seats 8-10 people
6' Round - Seats 10-12 people
Square Tables:
3' Square - Seats 4 people
4' Square - Seats 4 people
5' Square - Seats 8-12 people
Party Seating and Space Information:
Cocktail Parties
Usually Standing, can have tall bar stools for some seats
For standing only, plan on 5-6 SQFT needed per person
For partial seating, plan on 10-15 SQFT needed per person
Dinners and Receptions
Everyone will have a seat
Plan on 10-15 SQFT per person
(this is just for dining space, does not include dance floor, bar, other tables etc)
Seating Arrangements:
The following formulas and dimensions allow for chair aisles and passage aisles. Increase allowances to accommodate wide traffic aisle(s), columns, service doors and unique room shapes.
ROUND Tables
Allow a minimum of 54", preferably 60", between tables for chair space and food service
Divide the room area in square feet by 10 for a maximum seating count
add an additional 2 sqft per person for increased comfort
RECTANGLE Tables
Allow a minimum of 60", preferably 66", between tables for chair space and food service
Divide the room area in square fee by 8 for a maximum seating count
Add an additional 2 sqft per person for increased comfort
Classroom Style
Allow 36" between tables for seating on one side of table only
Increase allowance for two-sided seating
Divide the "Student" seating area in square feet by 8 for a maximum seating count
Theatre Style or Ceremony Seating
Allow 36" between rows of chairs
Increase allowance for maximum comfort
Divide audience seating area in square feet by 8 for a maximum seating count
