
Events and rentals monetise things people need for a short time: equipment, decoration, coordination and atmosphere. The capital requirement depends on whether you buy assets or coordinate other people’s.
Rental micro-businesses
- Party lights, speakers and small sound systems.
- Tables, chairs, tableware and linen for small events.
- Photo backdrop frames, props and neon-style signs.
- Baby equipment, camping gear or tool kits for short stays.
Buy durable second-hand items and calculate payback: a €150 light set rented at €40 needs four bookings to break even. Charge a deposit, inspect on return, and write simple damage terms.
Planning and coordination
If you are organised rather than handy, sell coordination: supplier booking, timeline, setup and on-the-day management. You need almost no equipment, but you do need a checklist, a reliable supplier list and clear liability terms. Price a fixed coordination fee plus a percentage for suppliers you manage.
Add-ons that raise the ticket
- Setup and collection service.
- Custom decoration package.
- On-site technical support.
- Photo corner or games bundle.
Start with one event type — children’s birthdays, small weddings, corporate drinks — and build a repeatable package. Ask every client for a date, guest count and budget before proposing anything, and always confirm what happens if the event is cancelled or the weather turns.