Event table sizing guide: how many people each table typically seats
The right table depends on guest count, room shape and service style. A practical guide for common event layouts:
Folding trestle table (rectangular): the 1.8m (6 foot) trestle typically seats 6 to 8 guests and is a popular choice for dining, buffet and banquet setups.
Round folding tables:
- 80cm round: seats 4, or works as a small accent or side table
- 120cm round: seats 6 to 8
- 150cm round: seats 8 to 10
- 180cm round: seats 10 to 12 and is a common choice for formal seated receptions
Square folding table (87cm): seats 4 and suits small dining, registration desks and card or game nights
Folding dry bar table: standing height (108cm), used at cocktail receptions, networking events and exhibition booths
Which table for which event?
- Wedding reception seated dinner: 180cm round or 150cm round for guest tables, with a 1.8m trestle often used for the head table
- Cocktail reception or mingling: folding dry bar tables
- Corporate or conference event: 1.8m trestle for practical seating, 180cm round for banquet or gala setups
- Community hall, school or club event: 1.8m trestle as a versatile all-rounder
- Kids' table at any event: Child Size Table with adjustable 51cm or 74cm height
Matching table covers
We stock Lycra spandex table covers to fit standard trestle tables and round bar tables. Browse the Table Covers range to dress your tables for a finished, fitted look.
Ordering and dispatch
All tables are available for direct online checkout at wholesale pricing. Dispatch is Australia-wide from our Port Adelaide warehouse, with shipping calculated at checkout. For bulk inventory orders, call 08 8346 0253 for a freight quote.
Frequently asked questions about event tables
What size table is commonly used for a wedding reception?
A 180cm round folding table is a common choice for formal seated receptions, typically seating 10 to 12 guests. The 150cm round is a good alternative where floor space is tighter.
How many people does a 1.8m trestle table seat?
A 1.8m (6 foot) folding trestle table typically seats 6 to 8 guests for dining: 3 per side and 1 at each end.
What's the difference between a trestle table and a round folding table?
A trestle table is rectangular and suits banquet rows, buffet setups and practical venue layouts. A round folding table encourages conversation across the table and is often chosen for wedding and function seating.
Do your tables come with covers?
Covers are sold separately. We stock Lycra spandex covers to fit standard trestle tables and round bar tables. Browse the Table Covers range to find a matching cover.
Does In Any Event sell tables to the public or only to event hire companies?
We sell tables to both trade and public buyers. The website supports direct online checkout at wholesale pricing, with Australia-wide shipping from Port Adelaide.