Smith Party Rentals

What Smith Party Rentals does

Smith Party Rentals is a privately held event equipment rental company serving the Tri State area (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut) for over 35 years. The company rents a comprehensive catalog spanning tables and seating (folding tables, cocktail tables, specialty tables, ballroom and folding chairs, cushions, umbrellas), tabletop (chinaware, flatware across 18+ collections, glassware, chargers, decorative accessories), serving and food display (bowls, platters and trays, cake stands, risers, serving pieces, coffee service), full catering equipment (convection ovens, refrigeration, chafers, bain marie, concession machines), linens, and bar and production infrastructure (bars, bar carts, dance floors, staging, pipe and drape, stanchions). Unit rental prices range from roughly $4 for individual glassware to $800 for premium bar carts and specialty tables, with curated design collections such as Celeste China, Luna Flatware, and Oslo Glassware positioned as premium offerings.

The business is operated through a hybrid distribution model combining an e-commerce storefront (Shopify-hosted), two physical showrooms (a by-appointment Manhattan location at 545 8th Avenue and a Greenwich, CT showroom), and a Port Chester, NY warehouse and distribution facility. The go-to-market is a mix of direct-to-consumer rental for individual hosts and sales-led engagement with event planners, wedding professionals, and catering companies, formalized through the SPR Trade Program that provides trade pricing and event planning tools to qualified industry accounts.

Revenue is generated entirely through per-event rental fees on physical inventory, with no subscription or recurring software revenue. The company is independent and privately held, with no disclosed funding, parent company, or institutional investors. Founder/owner Michael Stelluti is the only identified member of the leadership team. The company has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, People, and Over the Moon, and serves a customer base that includes event planners, individual party hosts, and catering companies across high-end weddings, corporate events, galas, and celebrations.

Name

Smith Party Rentals

Legal name

Smith Party Rentals

Website

https://smithpartyrentals.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Smith Party Rentals is a privately held Tri State event equipment rental company, founded over 35 years ago, that rents tables, seating, tabletop, serving, catering, linen, and bar/production equipment to event planners, caterers, and individual hosts via showrooms, a warehouse, and an e-commerce storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Equipment Rental

NAICS

All Other Consumer Goods Rental (532289), Consumer Goods Rental (5322)

akta.pro primary industry

Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI), Outdoor Event Equipment Rentals (Umbrellas, Patio Heaters, Fire Pits) (HSACAFAL), Corporate, Event & Staging Furniture Rental (Short-Term) (CRAIAOAG)

Keywords

• Party equipment rental
• Event furniture rental
• Tabletop rental services
• Catering equipment rental
• Linen and barware rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rental: Rental of party equipment including tables, seating, tabletop items (chinaware, flatware, glassware), serving pieces, catering equipment, linens, and bar/production items (dance floors, staging, pipe & drape). Customers pay rental fees for the duration of their events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Smith Party Rentals rents party and event equipment to customers in the Tri State area (NY, NJ, CT). The rental catalog spans tables and seating, tabletop items (chinaware, flatware, glassware, chargers), serving pieces (bowls, platters, trays, food displays, coffee service), catering equipment (cooking, chafers, concession), linens, bar supplies, and production equipment (dance floors, staging, pipe and drape). Customers pay per rental period; the company also operates a Trade Program for event industry professionals.

Product overview

Smith Party Rentals is a party rental company offering a comprehensive portfolio of event rental equipment and supplies. The company has been serving the Tri State area for over 35 years. Its product ecosystem is organized into major categories: Tables & Seating (wood folding tables, cocktail tables, specialty tables, chairs, cushions, umbrellas), Tabletop (chinaware, glassware with the featured Oslo collection, flatware with 18+ collections including Luna Mirror Stainless and Arezzo Brushed, chargers, and tabletop accessories), Serving (ceramic/glass/metal/wood bowls, platters & trays in various materials, food display stands, serving pieces, and coffee service), Catering (cooking equipment, chafers & buffet equipment, concession machines, and sanitation equipment), Linens, and Bar & Production (bars, bar supplies, dance floors, staging, pipe & drape). The company features curated collections like Celeste China, Luna Flatware, and Oslo Glassware, and operates a Trade Program for event planning professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tables & Seating Rental furniture including wood folding tables, cocktail tables (round and square, 30" and 42" heights), specialty tables (farm, Rustico, Tribeca), ballroom and folding chairs, stools, benches, cushions in Bengaline, Panama, Satin, Velvet, and Solid Cotton, and umbrellas. Used by event planners and hosts for weddings, galas, and corporate events.
• Chinaware Rental chinaware collection including plates (dinner, salad, dessert), soup bowls, cups and saucers, mugs, and creamer and sugar sets, plus tasting and small plates. Includes curated collections such as Celeste China.
• Glassware Rental glassware selection covering water, wine, all-purpose, beer, champagne flutes, cordials and shots, highball and rocks, martini, and specialty glassware. Features curated collections such as Oslo Glassware.
• Flatware Collections Over 18 rental flatware collections including Arezzo Brushed (18/10 stainless), Luna (Stainless, Gold, Black), Milano, Venice, and specialty pieces such as demi spoons, cocktail forks, and steak knives.
• Chargers Decorative rental charger plates in acrylic, ceramic, glass, and miscellaneous materials for elegant table presentations.
• Bowls Rental serving bowls in ceramic, glass, metal (stainless steel, copper, aluminum), wood, and ramekins, including specialty items such as punch bowls and tasting bowls.
• Platters & Trays Rental serving platters and trays in ceramic, glass, melamine, silver, stainless steel, wood, bamboo, marble, plus Regal and Mod Regal collections.
• Food Display Rental food presentation equipment including cake stands, mod towers, risers, tiered trays and stands, and wrought iron stands for buffet and display purposes.
• Serving Pieces Rental serving tools including BBQ serving tools, cake and pie servers, carving sets, ladles, spoons, forks, and tongs for food service at events.
• Coffee Service Rental coffee makers, coffee servers, samovars, and creamer and sugar sets for beverage service at events.
• Catering Equipment Rental commercial kitchen equipment including convection ovens, grills, stoves, refrigeration and freezers, proofing cabinets, fryolators, sinks, pots and pans, and cooking prep accessories for off-premise food service.
• Chafers & Buffet Cooking Rental chafers, bain marie and soup tureens, griddle and cassette covers, rechauds and pans, baking dishes, chafer pots, heat lamps, and tabletop cooking items for hot buffet service.
• Concession Equipment Rental concession stand equipment including popcorn machines, cotton candy makers, sno-kone machines, hot dog and pretzel warmers, and ice cream equipment.
• Sanitation & Service Equipment Rental cleaning and service equipment including garbage and sanitation items, waiting and bussing supplies, service equipment, and patio heaters.
• Linens Rental table linens and napkins available in various colors and materials for table settings.
• Bar Supplies Rental bar equipment including bars and bar screens, bar carts and back bars, bar supplies, beverage dispensers and fountains, champagne and wine buckets, coolers and tubs, and pitchers and carafes.
• Production Equipment Rental event production items including dance floors, staging, pipe and drape systems, stanchions and carpets, screens, podiums, easels, and coat racks.
• SPR Trade Program Trade account program providing event planners and industry professionals access to trade pricing and additional event planning tools.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• AFR Furniture Rental: National event and trade show furniture rental company serving corporate and social events. Comparable in furniture-rental core capability and high-end event aesthetic, though broader trade show focus differentiates the customer mix.
• Rent-All Equipment: Long-established equipment rental company serving the Tri-State area with party, event, construction, and home equipment rentals. Comparable in rental operating model and broad inventory approach within the same geography.

Direct peers

• Peachtree Tents & Events: National event rental provider offering tents, furniture, lighting, and staging to corporate and social clients. Comparable in core rental offering and customer types, with broader geographic coverage than Smith.
• Event Source: Full-service event rental provider offering tents, tables, chairs, linens, and tabletop across the Midwest. Comparable in product breadth and customer mix (corporate, wedding, social) though regionally distinct.
• CL Event Rentals (Celebrations Group): Event rental company with extensive inventory of furniture, tabletop, tents, and production equipment serving corporate and social events. Comparable in scale and product diversification within the US event rental category.
• Party Rental Ltd. Tri-State event and party rental company offering tables, chairs, linens, tabletop, tents, and event production. Directly comparable in geographic footprint, product breadth, and customer segments to Smith Party Rentals.
• Broadway Party Rentals: Regional event rental company serving weddings, corporate, and social events with tents, tables, chairs, and tabletop. Comparable in scale and category mix to Smith within the broader US event rental market.
• A Premier Event Rental: Multi-location event rental company specializing in tents, furniture, tabletop, and lighting for weddings and corporate events. Comparable in product depth and design-forward positioning aimed at premium events.
• Taylor Made Event Rentals: Event and party rental operator with showrooms and warehouses serving weddings, corporate, and social clients. Comparable in offering breadth (furniture, tabletop, linens, tents) and trade-focused go-to-market approach.

Regional players

• Hartford Rental: Regional event and party rental operator in Connecticut serving weddings and corporate events with furniture, tabletop, and tents. Geographic overlap in CT creates partial direct competition with Smith's Greenwich location.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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