Spacing Equations Quick Reference
Seating
- Theater/Classroom Style
6 sq. ft. per person
100 guests
100 x 6 = 600 sq. ft.
– - Banquet Tables
8 sq. ft. per person
100 guests
100 x 8 = 800 sq. ft.
– - 48″ Round Table with Seating
64 sq. ft. per table
60 guests seated at 10 tables of 6
10 x 64 = 640 sq. ft.
– - 60″ Round Table with Seating
100 sq. ft. per table
80 guests seated at 10 tables of 8
10 x 100 = 1,000 sq. ft.
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- 72″ Round Table with Seating
144 sq. ft. per table
100 guests seated at 10 tables of 10
10 x 144 = 1,440 sq. ft.
– - Cocktail Reception (Standing)
6 sq. ft. per guest
50 guests
50 x 6 = 300 sq. ft.
– - Cocktail Reception (Seated)
12 sq. ft. per guest
50 guests
50 x 12 = 600 sq. ft.
Special Notes:
Allow for 54″ between edge of two round tables (includes room for seating)
Allow for 60″ between edge of two banquet tables (includes room for seating)
Allow 24″ clearance along edge of table for walking, etc.
Bar
100 sq. ft. per bar plus additional walkup space when necessary
Buffet Tables
100 sq. ft. per buffet table
Gift Table
50 sq. ft. per table
Cake Table
50 sq. ft. per table
Escort Card Table
50 sq. ft. per table