Street party and neighbourhood party
A street party or neighbourhood party takes place right between the houses, and that calls for an approach that suits a residential street. We provide a compact music system, a microphone for announcements and atmospheric lighting, tailored to the available power supply and the peace and quiet in the area. That way it stays festive for everyone taking part and pleasant for those who are not.
A setup tailored to the residential street
A street party calls for different choices than a party in a hall or on a large open site. The space is narrow and long, and houses on either side reflect the sound back. That is why we work with a compact, evenly spread sound setup that we aim along the length of the street rather than at the facades. That way the music sounds just as pleasant from front to back and the level stays modest enough for those who are not joining in.
The system comes with a wireless microphone for the organisers. Handy for announcing a game, a neighbourhood quiz or a word of thanks to the volunteers who make the party possible. Want to bring your own playlist or your own performer? Then we connect it to the mixing desk, so everything runs through the same sound set.
Power and safety in the public space
The biggest challenge on the street is often the power supply. There is no fixed installation like in a hall, so we work with the connections that are available: a feed from a house, a cabinet or a generator. We map out in advance how much power is available and neatly spread the load across the circuits, so nothing cuts out during the party. Cables running across the street are laid away safely with mats or bridges, so no one trips over them.
As the evening falls, lighting makes the difference between an ordinary street and a real neighbourhood party. With warm atmospheric lighting along the facades or above the seating area, the street takes on a cosy feel without becoming harsh or disturbing for residents.
Setup, testing and on-site support
We arrive well before the start to set up, work out together the best spot for the speakers and the microphone and test everything on the empty street. That way we hear how the sound behaves between the houses and adjust the level and spread before the first neighbours arrive. Where desired, a technician stays on hand for on-site support, so if the programme changes or a technical question comes up, you have someone to fall back on right away.
That way you can focus on the neighbourhood and the programme while the technology is taken care of. Individual equipment you want to use yourself can be hired through SpeakerVerhuur.nl. Let us know how long the street is and what you have planned, and we will put together a suitable quote for your street party or neighbourhood party.
Compact music system
A scaled sound set with a small mixing desk, aimed at the street itself so the music is spread evenly and does not bounce off the facades.
Microphone for announcements
A wireless microphone for the organisers, so the programme, a game or a word of thanks is easy for everyone to follow.
Lighting and power
Atmospheric lighting for the evening hours plus advice on power distribution, so the system runs without overloading a fuse box.
Frequently asked questions
Do you take the neighbours and noise limits into account?
Absolutely. On a residential street we aim the sound at the street itself and keep the level modest, in line with any agreements made with the council. That way everyone enjoys the music without it becoming too loud in the surrounding houses.
Can we use a microphone for announcements?
Yes. We supply a wireless microphone connected to the sound system, so the organisers can announce the programme, run a game or put someone in the spotlight, clearly audible across the whole street.
What about power on the street?
We look at the available connections in advance, for example from a house or a generator, and spread the load across the circuits. That way we prevent the fuses from tripping during the party.
Do you also provide music or a performer?
No, we supply the technology: the music system, the microphone and the lighting, including setup and advice. You arrange the music selection or your own performer yourself. Individual equipment to run yourself can be hired through SpeakerVerhuur.nl.
Ready to organise your street party?
Tell us what you are organising. We translate your programme, venue and wishes into a clear technical proposal.