Clear-roof marquee set with white linen tables, overlooking Akaroa harbour at golden hour

Christchurch's one-stop event hire specialists

Bold ideas. Zero stress. One phone call.

Marquees, inflatables, food trucks, furniture, lighting and more — hired, delivered, set up and packed down. From backyard birthdays to weddings, corporate functions and festivals.

Collect from Wigram, or full delivery & setup
Weddings · Corporate · Community events
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13 categoriesOne supplier, one invoice
Owner-operatedPhil & Nick Anderson
Wigram, ChristchurchWarehouse collection or delivery
Runs IlluminateNZ's touring light & sound show

About Event Hire

Bold ideas. Zero stress. One phone call.

Owned and operated by brothers Phil and Nick Anderson, we're bringing a fresh, exciting perspective to the party hire industry. Our team is passionate about making your event amazing — we set out to exceed your expectations from the moment you contact us, right through till after your event has finished.

We offer bold and unique ideas not seen in the event hire industry before, together with a pure passion for getting the job done. Meet the team →

  • Collect from our Wigram warehouse, or we deliver, set up & pack down
  • Set up & pack down available from $1 per item
  • Standard hire 1–5 days — longer terms available on request
Outdoor wedding ceremony set up by Event Hire
Phil & Nick AndersonOwners & Operators
NZ & South Pacific Pipe Band Championships staging
Black inflatable venue dome
Amusement ride lit up at night
Bouncy castle setup
Event Hire signature event
Lighting event installation

"We engaged the services of Phil, Nick, Lauren and the team for an event of significance for our NFP. They not only exceeded expectations in the supply and installation of infrastructure, but also subcontracted many other operators on our behalf to give us a one stop shop. We can't speak highly enough of them. Totally professional, and 100% client focused."

Chris Stevens2023 NZ & South Pacific Pipe Band Championships

"The team at Event Hire are a pleasure to work with and go above and beyond what is expected. They deliver our events to an excellent standard and nothing is ever an issue. We can not recommend them enough to be involved with your event."

Campbell RossCarter Consultants

"What can we say - Event Hire provided an amazing and outstanding lighting experience for Marlborough Lines' 100-Year anniversary celebration! Our community came out in force to support this event and the feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive. Nothing was ever a problem."

Anna ReedMarlborough Lines Ltd

"Event Hire has seamlessly become a cherished part of our 'SPN charity family' over the years. Their down-to-earth approach, unwavering professionalism, and knack for capturing our needs makes them our chosen provider for flagship annual events."

Kate WebbSelwyn Parenting Network

"Event Hire are legends. It rained on the day of our garden party, and we realised we would need a marquee. From our 7am phone call (that was answered on a Sunday morning!!) to getting a last minute team together to erect a clear marquee before our guests arrived at 2pm… It was literally unbelievable."

Andie MoorePrivate wedding, Akaroa

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Set up and pack down is available at $1.00 per item, on top of hire and delivery/collection. More complex items can be quoted separately.

Standard hire for most items ranges from 1 to 5 days. Bouncy castles are a same-day hire item and must be collected and returned within the same day, unless otherwise arranged. Extended hire periods are available on request, subject to availability.

Monday to Friday: 10:00am to 5:00pm. Saturday and Sunday: 9:00am to 10:00am or 4:00pm to 5:00pm — unless otherwise arranged prior to collection.

No problem — we can install on concrete or other hard surfaces. Instead of ground pegs, we use water weights to secure the structure (one drum per leg), with close access to a water source required. Contact us for pricing on hard-surface installs.

Yes. We offer a 10% discount on the base hire rate for assisted set ups — if you can provide 4–5 physically able people to help with installation and pack down, just let us know at the time of booking.

Let's plan your event.

Give the team a call, flick us an email, or find us on Facebook & Instagram — we're ready when you are.