Deepavali Open House Canopy and Chair Rental in KL & Selangor: Planning Checklist

Short answer: for a Deepavali open house of 150 guests over an afternoon and evening, most hosts rent one or two 20×20 canopies, 60 to 80 chairs, 8 to 10 tables, 3 buffet tables, lighting for after dark and an air cooler or industrial fan per canopy. Book at least 3 weeks ahead, because festive weekends fill first.

How big a canopy do you need?

An open house is a come-and-go event, so you need seats for 40% to 60% of the guest list at any one time. One 20×20 canopy seats about 40 people at tables. For 150 guests through the day, two 20×20 canopies (one for seating, one for the buffet and drinks) work well in most driveways and gardens. Use our table and chair guide to check your numbers.

What else should be on the list?

• Buffet tables: 3×6 ft tables with cloth and skirting, under their own canopy if possible.
• Lighting: fairy lights and a chandelier make the canopy usable and photogenic after sunset.
• Cooling: November afternoons are hot and humid. Plan an air cooler or industrial fan per canopy.
• Rain cover: November sits inside the north-east monsoon. Ask for side walls on the windward side. Our rainy season guide covers the details.
• Rangoli and kolam space: keep the entrance clear of canopy legs and weights so the kolam stays visible.

Which chairs suit an open house?

Rattan and wooden crossback chairs give a warm, festive look and photograph well with brass lamps and marigolds. Covered plastic chairs are the practical choice for big family gatherings. Compare them in our chair guide.

Office open houses

Companies often hold a Deepavali open house in the building forecourt or car park. One corporate open house on Jalan Ampang used 86 rattan chairs and 7 rustic tables. Share your building’s loading bay rules early. More on this in corporate event furniture rental.

When to book

Lock in your date 3 to 4 weeks ahead for festive weekends. Send the date, address, guest numbers and photos of the space on WhatsApp, and we will reply with a layout and quote that includes delivery, setup and collection.