Marquee Signs

the idea

Make bars, dessert / buffet tables, games, or activities stand out with illuminated marquee signs

marquee sign spelling Bar at a party bar

bride sipping tea next to a marquee sign spelling Tea Bar

the how

For general words that don’t require customization, such as Bar, Desserts, Drinks, Beer etc choose an existing marquee sign, which can work out cheaper
Plastic, wood, and metal options available
Check plug is US or EU style
Use on bars, dessert / buffet tables, shelves, above doorways, or hung overhead from the ceiling

bride & groom kissing under a marquee sign spelling Photos

marquee sign spelling Gin Bar at an outdoor event

the why

overhead decorations

Visibility; overhead decorations remain visible when the room is full of people
Intimacy; lowers the ceiling, reduces empty space, and makes large rooms and cavernous venues feel more full, which helps create a buzzy atmosphere
Focal points; decorations above bars, food stations, dance floors, or activities can identify their location in large or crowded rooms

wedding or party marquee sign spelling Beach

marquee sign spelling Drinks hung on wall

Perimeter / wall decorations

Transformative; helps transform a domestic space or empty venue into a party environment
Masking; helps hide or distract from existing or incompatible room décor
Value; can help dress large areas
Atmospheric; perimeter decorations are important early on, before the room fills up, to help create a party atmosphere and ensure it feels like a special occasion
Intimacy; helps define the party space and envelope guests to create an intimate atmosphere

large marquee letter wedding party decorations spelling Dance

red marquee sign spelling Eat with a directional arrow

tabletop décor

Enhances; adds height and fullness to bars, food stations, and occasional tables to create larger displays
Focal points; decorating bars, food stations, or occasional tables encourages mingling by creating destinations for guests to explore
Visibility; tall / tabletop decorations are easier to see when the room is full of people

marquee sign spelling Cheers on top of a mobile events bar

wedding or party marquee signs spelling Dessert and Celebrate

the why

this idea

Dramatic; illuminated decorations make a bold impression to wow guests
Memorable; guests remember bold, creative, or unusual decorations
Elegant; lends your decorations an elegant and sophisticated touch
Professional; makes it look professionally decorated and elevates it from a party to an event
Photo-worthy; a great photo-op for guests to share and tag on social media
Reusable; certain phrases could be re-used for future events or home decor

marquee sign spelling Bar on the front of an event bar

marquee sign spelling Wine on top of a wall

ADVICE FROM A PRO

Matt’s tip

“If your budget doesn’t allow for ready-made marquee signs, such as the ones on this page, remember you can always piece together your own by buying individual letters.

Check out the links below for budget versions of individual marquee letters.

To stretch your budget even further, use the shortest words possible to describe each area e.g. Bar, Eat, Yum, Cake etc.”