A dance floor can transform a venue — turning a plain function room or marquee into something spectacular. LED dance floors, starlit floors, and classic black-and-white chequered floors are all popular choices for weddings, parties, and corporate events. Here's what they cost.
Average Dance Floor Hire Prices (2026)
| Floor Type | Size | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| White LED (Starlit) | 12x12ft | £250 – £400 |
| White LED (Starlit) | 16x16ft | £400 – £600 |
| White LED (Starlit) | 20x20ft | £550 – £800 |
| Black & White Chequered | 12x12ft | £200 – £350 |
| Black & White Chequered | 16x16ft | £300 – £500 |
| Colour-Changing LED | 12x12ft | £350 – £550 |
| Colour-Changing LED | 16x16ft | £500 – £750 |
| Pure White / Gloss | 12x12ft | £200 – £350 |
What Affects the Price?
Size
Dance floors are priced primarily by size. A 12x12ft floor suits up to about 80 guests. For 100–150 guests, 16x16ft is more appropriate. Large weddings or corporate events with 200+ guests may need a 20x20ft floor or larger. Bigger floors require more panels, more transport space, and longer setup times.
Type
Basic gloss or wooden floors are the cheapest. LED starlit floors (white lights twinkling in the panels) are mid-range and extremely popular for weddings. Full colour-changing LED floors that can display patterns, colours, or even logos are at the top end.
Delivery and Setup
Dance floors are heavy and require a van or trailer for transport. Most companies include delivery and setup within a certain radius, then charge per mile beyond that. Setup time is typically 1–2 hours depending on the size.
Venue Access
Ground floor, wide doors, nearby parking = easy. Third floor, narrow corridors, limited vehicle access = difficult and potentially more expensive. Some companies charge extra for challenging venue access.
Dance Floors as Part of Event Packages
Dance floors are rarely hired alone. They're almost always part of a bigger event setup alongside a DJ, lighting, or photo booth. Entertainment companies that offer dance floor hire alongside other services — like Motion Entertainment — typically offer package pricing that works out cheaper than hiring each element separately. Bundling a DJ, dance floor, and uplighting into one booking can save 10–20% compared to sourcing each from different suppliers.
Tips for Event Hire Businesses
- Use size-based pricing. Dance floors lend themselves perfectly to size-based pricing — customers pick their floor size and see the price immediately. Quoting platforms that support dimension-based pricing make this seamless.
- Bundle with other services. Most customers hiring a dance floor also need a DJ and lighting. Offering automated package discounts encourages larger bookings and increases your average order value.
- Factor in mileage automatically. Rather than quoting travel separately for every enquiry, set up distance-based pricing rules that calculate the delivery charge based on the venue postcode. This saves time and ensures consistency.
The Bottom Line
Dance floor hire in the UK ranges from about £200 for a basic 12x12ft floor to £800+ for large LED installations. Size and type are the biggest factors. For customers, ask about delivery, setup, and whether the floor includes skirting or edging. For hire businesses, clear size-based pricing and the ability to bundle with other event services are the keys to maximising bookings.