Round table rentals from Event Rental Solution run $10 to $13 a day in San Jose and across the Bay Area, and the exact price depends on the size you pick. The most popular choice, the 60-inch round, costs $12 a day and comfortably seats 8 to 10 guests. That makes it the go-to size for weddings, banquets, and formal dinners. Smaller sizes cost less but hold fewer people. A 36-inch round seats 2 to 4 for $11 a day. A 48-inch round seats 4 to 6 for $13 a day. If you just need a spot for drinks or a small display during a cocktail hour, the 24-inch and 30-inch rounds run $12 and $10 a day. Knowing these numbers before you call helps you plan a real budget for your Bay Area event, not just a guess.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent Round Tables in San Jose?
Round table prices don’t work like a flat rate. Every size has its own price, and every size does a different job at your event. That’s why the first step in budgeting is matching the table size to what you actually need from our round table rentals, not just picking the biggest one.
Most hosts in San Jose and the Bay Area rent a mix. A wedding might use several 60-inch rounds for dinner and a couple of 30-inch rounds for the cake table or guest book. A backyard birthday might only need two or three 48-inch rounds. So your total cost comes from how many tables you rent, not just the price per table.
Round Table Rental Prices by Size (24" to 60")
Here’s what Event Rental Solution charges per table, per day, for each size:
| Size | Price/Day | Seats | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24″ round | $12 | Standing only (no fixed seating) | Cocktail hours, small displays, intimate setups |
| 30″ round | $10 | Standing only (no fixed seating) | Cocktail receptions, small gatherings |
| 36″ round | $11 | 2–4 | Intimate dinners, card tables, accent tables |
| 48″ round | $13 | 4–6 | Smaller gatherings, casual family dinners |
| 60″ round | $12 | 8–10 | Weddings, banquets, formal dining (most popular) |
One honest note here: our round tables top out at 60 inches. We don’t carry a 72-inch round. If a competitor’s site lists one, that’s a real difference in inventory, not just a price gap — worth knowing before you build a seating chart around a table size we don’t stock.
What Else Changes Your Final Price
The per-table rate is only part of the total. A few other things shape what you’ll actually pay:
- How many tables you need. More tables means more total cost, even if the per-table rate stays the same.
- Delivery, setup, and pickup. These are usually priced separately from the table rental itself and depend on your location and order size.
- Rental length. A one-day event costs differently than a multi-day rental.
- Linens. A round table almost always looks better dressed. Linen cost is separate from the table, and the right size depends on the table’s diameter — a 60-inch round needs a much bigger cloth than a 36-inch round.
- Indoor vs. outdoor setup. Grass, gravel, or an uneven patio can add a bit more setup time than a flat indoor floor, especially with larger round tables.
Ask for these line items when you get your quote, so nothing catches you off guard on the day of your event.
How Many Round Tables Do You Actually Need?
This is the question that decides your real budget, and it trips up a lot of first-time planners. A 60-inch round seats 8 to 10, but most planners in the Bay Area budget for 8 per table once you add centerpieces, place settings, and elbow room. So a 100-guest wedding usually needs 12 to 13 of these tables, not 10. For seat-by-seat numbers on every size from 24″ to 60″, see our round table seating capacity guide.
If your guest count is still moving, work backward from your space instead of a guess. Our how many tables and chairs you need guide walks through the math for any table type and room size, so you can lock in a number before you call for pricing.
If your headcount changes close to the date, tell us right away. Swapping one 60-inch round for two 30-inch rounds is usually simpler than adding a whole new table type at the last minute.
Round Tables vs. Banquet Tables: Which Costs Less?
Round and banquet (rectangular) tables often land in a similar price range per table, so cost alone rarely decides which one to book. The real difference is seating efficiency. A rectangular banquet table can seat more people per square foot of floor space than a round table of similar cost, which matters if your venue is tight. Round tables win on conversation and photos, especially for weddings. This trade-off comes up often for hosts working with tighter San Jose backyards or East Bay venues with a fixed room size. If that’s you, our banquet table rental page can help you compare capacity side by side before you decide.
Bay Area Budgeting Tips for Round Table Rentals
A few small choices can keep your round table budget in check without cutting corners on the day:
- Book early. Spring and early summer are peak wedding season across San Jose, Santa Clara, and the South Bay, and popular sizes go first.
- Mix sizes on purpose. Use 60-inch rounds for dinner tables and smaller 30-inch rounds for cocktail hour or a gift table, instead of renting one size for everything.
- Match your chairs to your table budget. Our Chiavari chair rental page has options at a few price points that pair well with round tables.
- Rent linens sized to your table. An oversized or undersized cloth looks off in photos and can be avoided with the right measurements — our linens & tabletop page breaks down what fits which table.
- Ask about setup. Outdoor events on grass or gravel sometimes need leveling or extra care that indoor venues don’t, so mention your location when you call.
Book Your Round Tables in San Jose & the Bay Area
Round table rentals are one of the easier costs to plan for once you know the per-size pricing and what adds to it. Whether you need two tables for a backyard dinner or twenty for a wedding reception, Event Rental Solution has sizes from 24 inches to 60 inches ready to deliver across San Jose, Fremont, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and the rest of the Bay Area. Ready to get exact pricing for your guest count? Call 650-564-7589 or request a quote online, and we’ll help you build a table plan that fits your budget and your space.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 60-inch round table costs $12 a day to rent from Event Rental Solution. It seats 8 to 10 guests, making it the most popular choice for weddings and banquets across San Jose and the Bay Area. Delivery and setup are priced separately from the table itself.
No, the per-day table price covers the table only. Delivery, pickup, and setup are quoted separately based on your order size and location. Ask for a full breakdown when you request pricing so you know your total cost upfront.
Most Bay Area weddings use 60-inch round tables for dinner seating, since they seat 8 to 10 guests comfortably. Smaller 30-inch or 24-inch rounds work well for the cake table, gift table, or cocktail hour. Mixing sizes usually gives the best layout for less money.
Round table pricing stays the same across San Jose, Santa Clara, Fremont, and the rest of the Bay Area — $10 to $13 a day depending on size. Delivery fees can vary slightly by distance, so mention your city when you request a quote.
Yes, and many hosts do. Rectangular banquet tables often seat more guests per square foot, which can lower your total table count for a tight venue. Round tables still work well for the head table or smaller groups, so a mix often balances cost and layout.
Buying tables means storage, transport, and upkeep long after your event ends. Renting from Event Rental Solution gets you clean, ready-to-use round tables delivered across the Bay Area, with sizes from 24 to 60 inches on hand for whatever your guest count needs.