How much does party set-up and balloons cost in Ireland?
Party set-up and balloons in Dublin costs about €80–€180 for the most common job (balloon garland or arch), labour only, in 2026. Across all party set-up and balloons jobs, prices run from €40 to €180, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Party set-up and balloons prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloon garland or arch (each) | 1h 30m | €80–€180 | €75–€165 | €75–€165 | €70–€160 |
| Backdrop and photo corner (each) | 1h | €60–€150 | €55–€140 | €55–€140 | €55–€130 |
| Set up tables and decorations | 2h | €60–€140 | €55–€130 | €55–€130 | €55–€125 |
| Kids party set-up | 2h | €80–€160 | €75–€145 | €75–€145 | €70–€140 |
| Take down and tidy after | 1h | €40–€80 | €35–€75 | €35–€75 | €35–€70 |
| Put up a gazebo or marquee (each) | 1h 30m | €60–€140 | €55–€130 | €55–€130 | €55–€125 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Balloons and decor priced by the setup, or yours to put up.
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Questions
How much does party set-up and balloons cost in Ireland?
Party set-up and balloons in Dublin costs about €80–€180 for the most common job (balloon garland or arch), labour only, in 2026. Across all party set-up and balloons jobs, prices run from €40 to €180, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to balloon garland or arch in Dublin?
Usually €80–€180 each for labour, and it takes about 1h 30m on site.
How much does it cost to backdrop and photo corner in Dublin?
Usually €60–€150 each for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
How much does it cost to set up tables and decorations in Dublin?
Usually €60–€140 for labour, and it takes about 2h on site.
Are materials included?
Balloons and decor priced by the setup, or yours to put up.
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