Category Archives: Dance Floors

Get up and dance!!!

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Dance floor are perfect for any occasion when you want to get up and boogie! You wouldn’t have a wedding party without a dance floor, a corporate event or a private party. You may be having a talent show night and want the perfect dance floor to stage it. From light up dance floors to chequered dance floors or romantic pretty ones the choice is yours.

Wow your guests with your amazing choice of dance floor. You can fit these dance floors into almost any venue, be it a marque, hall or if you can think it, we are sure our dance floor hirers will have all the solutions. We are sure you will agree a dance floor is the perfect accessory for any up and coming fun event.

Dance floors are very advance nowadays you could have a dancefloor with LED’s which can change colour, mirrors, or even rotating ones. You could have an elevated dance floor, there are so many to choose from all personalised for your particular taste and party. A dance floor will make a venue come to life and your guests will be happy that there is somewhere to get up and dance!!!

Hiring a dance floor is easier than you think, simply scroll down our Red Masque Directory page and see which dance floor takes our fancy. If you need any advice you are always welcome to give us a call and we will be only too happy to help, but we think that the booking process is very simple, just fill out the online booking form and it will go straight to your chosen one. The dance floor hirer will be directly in contact with you to arrange finer details and dates.

Cool Venues in Manchester

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Here at Red Masque directory, we like to give you ideas for different cities that you could hold your event. Today we are taking about Greater Manchester:

We provide a directory for you of fun entertainment ideas and equipment hire.

Why host your event in Manchester?

  • Crowned the world’s ‘Best Sports City’ in 2012
  • Ranked as Europe’s Top city for business competitiveness in 2010
  • Started Manchester Enterprise Zone
  • Third most visited city in the UK by foreign visitors

If you’re interested in organising a corporate in the city but want a venue with a difference, here are 10 unique places to choose from:

1. The Palace Hotel, Oxford Road

What could be better for a conference, wedding or charity event than an iconic, Grand Victorian luxury hotel? 

The Palace Hotel features a beautiful glass-domed lobby, stunning art deco interiors and 885 metres of space for up to 900 guests- so there’s plenty of room for entertainment equipment. 

2. Audit Room, Chetham’s School of Music

Chetham’s School of Music is the largest specialist music school in the UK and the only music school based in the North of England. 

If you’re organising an event and looking for a vibrant atmosphere in a setting with gothic windows and 17th century doors, what better venue than a building that is nearly 600 years-old and truly magical.

3. Players’ Lounge, Hotel Football

Want to say that your event is in a building founded by the infamous Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville? The Football Hotel is a unique venue situated yards from the Old Trafford stadium.

The Players’ Lounge is a great space that can accommodate up to 200 standing and 100 guests seated. 

4. Main Gym, Evolve

Work up a sweat by hosting a fun, innovative event at Main Gym!

The venue has the capacity for up to 200 people and the combat sports facility comes complete with boxing ring, trapeze, gloves, shin pads and more. 

5. Rovers Return, Coronation Street

If you’re a big Corrie fan, take to the Manchester cobbled streets by hiring out the nation’s famous pub. 

The venue tour can hold up to 250 standing guests or 80 dining, and you get wine and dined in the main studio, surrounded by the iconic sets. 

6. Zombie Shack

Just the name of it is unique and cool!

The Zombie Shack, near Oxford Road Station, is the loudest and wildest Tiki Cocktail Paradise in Manchester.  Please note it’s only available to hire midweek. 

7. 2nd Floor; K2 Karaoke Nightclub

One might associate a nightclub with an evening of music, drink and dancing but it can be so much more with a cocktail bar on hand and a dance floor space that’s ready for you to throw out some shapes!

The K2 Karaoke Nightclub, located in the heart of Manchester’s China Town, plays host to corporate events and private functions on a weekly basis.

So if you want somewhere different to host your event (and also get your groove on), this place is ideal

8. Chill Factore

The Chill Factore is home to the UK’s longest indoor skiing and snowboarding slope and is a brilliant family day out but it’s also a great place to hold an event whether that’s a team building experience with your business or a conference. 

It’s situated just off the M60 so it’s super accessible too!

9. The University of Manchester

It’s not just a place for learning! The University of Manchester offer fantastic conference and event facilities all year round. 

Its inspirational heritage and convenient location make it an excellent choice and some of their venues are suitable for up to 1000 delegates which is perfect if you’re planning a large scale event. 

10. Museum of Science and Industry

Situated on Liverpool Road, the Museum of Science and Industry is a truly unique venue with gorgeous galleries and state-of-the-art function rooms. 

The historic building offers an amazing backdrop for events and conferences and it can accommodate a variety of event sizes from 50 to over 300.

RECOMMENDATIONS ON PLANNING THE PERFECT PARTY

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When organising a party, it is crucial that you choose a venue that is easily accessible. By choosing a good venue, you will greatly decrease the amount of time and effort it takes you to dress it up. Whether you are planning a Bar Mitzvah, Christmas party, wedding, corporate event there are plenty of interesting venues to choose from.

If you have guests arriving from out of town, it is a good idea to ensure that the venue is easy to find. In addition, consider parking access and whether or not there are accommodations nearby where your guests can stay.

To show your guests how much you appreciate them coming to your event, greet them with a drink. This gives you a chance to welcome them, set a positive vibe, and get your guests in the mood to party. A popular entertainment option to do this is by hiring one of Red Masque Living Human Table, the tables will entertain in the character of your choice, create an exciting buzz and meet and greet your guests on arrival with champagne, or a drink of your choice.

It also works for practical reasons. After all, it will prevent long queues from forming at the bar, which only results in irritated and frustrated guests.

When booking your venue, it is important to get a confirmation of the number of bar staff that will be included. You will need to be certain there is an adequate number of bar staff to ensure a fast turnaround of drinks at the bar. Otherwise, your guests will spend most of their night standing around waiting for a drink.

It’s a good idea to book a venue where the bar is in the same room as your party. If not, your dance floor will rarely be more than half full. If the bar is in an entirely different room, people will end up congregating there to talk.

To encourage mingling, start the party off with some exciting party entertainment. This is a particularly good time to break the ice in those awkward moments when you have only just met other guests and family for the first time. Red Masque directory has something completely unexpected, such as a magician, fortune teller, celebrity lookalikes, or a caricaturist. Guests will be drawn together to discuss what is going on, which will get them interacting with each other.

If you choose a caricaturists, it also creates the opportunity to send your guests home with a truly unique party favour.

Whether you are planning a Private Party, Wedding, Prom, Bar Mitzvah, or Corporate Event, you can’t go wrong by hiring a live band. While it’s true that most guests are content with a party DJ, anyone who has ever attended a party with a live band will tell you that it made the night so much better. In fact, it is not unusual for guests or even the person the party is honouring to admit that a live band is what made the night truly unforgettable.

After all, live party bands will get your guests excited and pumped up. While not everyone likes to dance, even the most ardent anti dancer won’t be able to stop themselves when a great live band is performing classic and modern party songs.

This is your party, so you need to be right in the middle of your guests having just as much fun as they are. Don’t spend the night running around trying to organise everything. If you are having a good time, everybody else will too. If you are having a miserable, stressful night, expect that vibe to rub off on your guests.

Have the night of your life!!

Bring some culture to your event…

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We appreciate that although many people want their wedding to be a loud, all singing and all dancing affair that gets people off their seats and having a great time, the simple truth is that some venues have a sound limiter, so that amplifier will have to be turned right down. But rather turning it down, why not get rid of it completely? Grandma won’t complain about the noise and in some cases, the musicians can mingle with your guests creating a more immersive and enjoyable atmosphere (not that it’s not enjoyable already – it is your wedding after all).

How about you hire entertainment like an experience pop quartet who can deliver the pop classics exactly how you need them? They will work well as both background music and providing a party atmosphere and will have your Auntie screaming ‘Come on Eileen’ at the top of her lungs. Within the sound limits of the venue, obviously

A pop group are exactly the kind of band that makes venues smile. No amplifier needed, a bit more quirky than what they see normally and some brilliant tunes to get everybody dancing at your wedding! From Britney Spears to Muse via Beethoven and Frank Sinatra, they really have it all. If you can find a better band comprising a violin, a guitar and an accordion then we’ll eat our wedding hat.

You could find that an A Capella group would be an idea choice for your entertainment, with their soulful voices in perfect harmony at your very special event.

Make it classy; make it memorable and get bring some ‘culture’ to your event.

Design & Decorate

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Add a magical atmosphere to any occasion with professional, internal and external party and event lighting and special effects equipment for any occasion large or small. Bring your party to life with a huge range of event lighting for any type of occasion and create an atmosphere that will amaze the crowd and leave a lasting impression. A special party needs to hired Lighting to bring it to life and add that extra sparkle to the party. You can make your own but we guarantee it won’t be nearly as effective as professional Lighting that can be hired from our suppliers featured on Red Masque. Think big and you will have the most specular display of Lighting that far exceeded your expectations. 

Decorations are also key to a good event, it could be that you have just opened up a new outlet and need some good décor for a contemporary or vintage look. Hire some professional decoration experts to really make your party or launch really take shape and really stand out from your competitors. Whether it’s a small intimate gathering or lavish and opulent event, setting the right scene for your event can make all the difference. From unique marquee overlays to funky bars and wedding venues, make sure your event looks the part with a stunning setting that will guarantee to leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Dance floors can also be hired for your party or event. From pure white dance floors with twinkling starlights to elegant oak parquet. Make your party really stand out from the rest with a funky dance floor that will entice your guests to dance the night away and help to create a truly memorable event.

Red Masque directory provides a full profile for each listing with descriptions, photo galleries, price guides, reviews, videos, audio and more…

Dancefloors, marquees and party tents

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Do you need some extra space for a party or special event that you are organising? If so, have you thought of hiring a Marquee or Tent which will provide extra space and less mess for you to clear up after the event.  All Marquees and Tents can be decorated as you wish, and of course they will keep your guests warm and dry in case of the British weather letting you down.

Whether it be for a fete, Wedding or promotional event we are sure you will be able to hire the perfect Marquee or Tent for you. Let the party come to you with marquees to hire for your weddings, parties and corporate events. A great range of top quality marquees and themed tents with all the necessary equipment including a selection of furniture and decorations can be found here at Red Masque.

If you want to dance the night away then why not hire the best dance floors available in the UK today. From pure white dance floors with twinkling starlights to elegant oak parquet. Make your party really stand out from the rest with a funky dance floor that will entice your guests to dance the night away and help to create a truly memorable event.

Dancefloors, marquees and tents

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Do you need some extra space for a party or special event that you are organising? If so, have you thought of hiring a Marquee or Tent which will provide extra space and less mess for you to clear up after the event.  All Marquees and Tents can be decorated as you wish, and of course they will keep your guests warm and dry in case of the British weather letting you down.

Whether it be for a fete, Wedding or promotional event we are sure you will be able to hire the perfect Marquee or Tent for you. Let the party come to you with marquees to hire for your weddings, parties and corporate events. A great range of top quality marquees and themed tents with all the necessary equipment including a selection of furniture and decorations can be found here at Red Masque.

If you want to dance the night away then why not hire the best dance floors available in the UK today. From pure white dance floors with twinkling starlights to elegant oak parquet. Make your party really stand out from the rest with a funky dance floor that will entice your guests to dance the night away and help to create a truly memorable event.

Dance the night away…

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A hired dance floor is a must at a Wedding or any event with music. From pure white dance floors with twinkling starlights to elegant oak parquet. There are many dance floors to choose from it could be a mirrored dance floor, light up, flashing l.e.d’s or just a romantic themed one for your amazing bride or groom to be.

You could be having a ‘ballroom’ evening where hiring one of these dance-floors would be key to the success of your event, or a corporate event evening where you want your entire guests to get up and have a good old boogie. Whatever dance floor you had in mind, we are sure you will find the perfect one for you. We have the most diverse selection of dance floors for you to choose.

Booking is very easy simply click on the dance floor located within our Red Masque directory, fill out a form and the dance floor supplier will be in contact soon after.