Lighting Hire in South Africa

Browse 82 lighting hire companies in South Africa, rated 5 out of 5 across 56 reviews from real clients. Packages run from uplighting and festoon strings to dance floor rigs, moving heads and full stage production. Prices start from R2,500, with most bookings around R6,000.

Two things decide the quote more than anything else: how much power the venue can supply, and whether the rig needs a technician on site through the evening. Ask about access and get-out times as well, since many venues want everything cleared the same night, which adds crew hours to the bill.

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Mobile DJ and Sound, Stage and Lighting hire

South Africa

Roodepoort, Gauteng

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Gauteng Party Hire supplies premium party and event equipment

South Africa

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Event Equipment Rental Company

South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Your Dream Wedding, Perfectly Planned

South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Specialist in Audio, Visual, Lighting, Dj & Special Effects

South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Dj, Sound Rental, Lighting and Stage

South Africa

Midrand, Gauteng

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Dj and Professional Sound (AV)Rental company based in Johannesburg South Africa

South Africa

Midrand, Gauteng

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Jozi Disco for Professional Djs , Sound and lighting for any event.

South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng

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Showbiz

South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng

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Sound Engineer, Wedding DJ and sound supplier in the Garden Route.

South Africa

Mossel Bay, Western Cape

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Digital sound, lighting, pyrotechnics DJ professional services

South Africa

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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We are a event company providing Sound & Lighting equipment.

South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape

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Heavydbooysen the founder and owner Director of Realistic events AEB

South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape

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We find the best suppliers for the job, manage the event from a technical point

South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape

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Lighting Hire in South Africa

Lighting hire companies in South Africa supply and install the rig, then either leave it running on a preset or keep an operator on site. Most cover uplighting, dance floor effects, festoon and pin-spotting for tables, with larger firms adding moving heads, gobos and truss.

What the Venue Needs to Support

Power is the usual constraint. Uplighters run off standard sockets, but moving heads, hazers and truss often need a dedicated supply, and some venues cap the total load. Check whether rigging points already exist or whether the company brings its own stands, and confirm the smoke and fire policy before booking anything that uses a hazer.

Lighting Hire Costs in South Africa

Rates for a basic uplighting package in South Africa start at R2,500 and rise to R16,500+ for full production with truss and an operator, with most bookings around R6,000. Crew time, travel distance and whether the rig stays in overnight are the main variables.

How much does it cost to hire Lighting Hire available in South Africa?

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The average price for Lighting Hire available in South Africa is R6,000 (ZAR). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

Frequently asked questions


The average price for lighting hire on Gig Heaven is R6,000, with rates from R2,500 to R16,500+. Cost varies based on the type and quantity of lighting, the rental period and whether a technician is included to set up and operate the equipment. Options range from basic uplighting packages to full production rigs with intelligent fixtures and DMX control.

Booking lighting hire suits a wide range of events including weddings, corporate events, parties, concerts, theatre productions, exhibitions and outdoor events. Professional lighting sets the mood, highlights key areas and transforms ordinary venues into spectacular event spaces.

The lighting hire suppliers offer a wide range of options including uplighting, fairy lights, festoon lighting, pin-spot lighting, moving heads, LED wash lights, gobos (pattern projection), neon signs and full production lighting rigs. Many suppliers offer tailored packages designed to transform event spaces.

Many lighting hire suppliers include delivery, installation and collection. For more complex setups, a lighting technician may be provided to programme and operate the lights throughout the event. Gig Heaven recommends confirming what is included in the package when requesting a quote.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% deposit to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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