Can You Play Outdoors?
By Matt Black | 8th July 2024 | 5 min read
Holding An Event Outdoors In Melbourne
We love playing outdoors, and outdoor wedding receptions (and other events) are becoming increasingly popular. However we’re often asked to set up completely in the open. As anyone who has lived in Melbourne will tell you, that’s a gamble at the best of times.
While it’s no problem for the small battery-powered speakers we use for events like wedding ceremonies, with AC-powered PA and lighting there are significant risks in terms of safety, liability, and insurance.
It’s not just rain that can cause issues for us, but in full sun our more sensitive equipment like laptop computers can shut down mid-performance. Trust us, that’s the last thing you want during your first dance.
Furthermore, we always try to avoid any situation where we have to relocate during an event due to unexpected inclement weather, as it’s not a small task, and can take a big chunk out of the time we’re providing music for you.
Until now we’ve had a strict policy that we don’t set up these systems outside without suitable cover. In some cases venues have no undercover space for us outdoors, so we get put in a different space to where the party is happening, which never works. Or our couples have to hire, set up, and pack down a gazebo or marquee themselves, which is a big bother for them.
Happy to say we now have a solution to this problem.
Our Solution
We now offer gazebo hire as an add-on to any of our bookings.
For an additional $200 we’ll bring a quality gazebo, set it up on site, and pack it down at the end of the event. You won’t have to worry about a thing.
We use OZtrail Hydro Flow gazebos. These are very sturdily built, and have a great design with a pitched roof that prevents water ponding on the canopy. They’re secured to the ground with pegs and concrete leg weights (essential if your venue doesn’t allow anything to be driven into the ground). They also come with guy ropes for extra security on particularly windy days. Mesh or solid walls keep sun and rain getting in from the sides.
Our gazebos are 3×3 metres, so can provide adequate cover for most of our lineups, from a soloist or DJ right up to our four piece band.
Yes and you’re most welcome to huddle under it with us. Just leave a song request or two.
Any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us.