By Sarah Wilkins
In the early fall of 2026, local event professionals gathered for an exclusive rental showcase hosted by Weinhardt Party Rentals at Orlando’s Event Center in South County, Missouri. Throughout the year, Weinhardt’s Party Rentals hosts open houses to display existing and new inventory for event planners and venues interested in utilizing their event rentals.
In this instance, the highlight of the gathering was the debut of their newest design collections, featuring upgraded furniture rental options that instantly stole the show. With sleek silhouettes, elevated textures, and contemporary styles, the fresh inventory demonstrated how thoughtful rentals can completely transform an event space.
Eight Decades of Event Excellence
Weinhardt Party Rentals is a family-owned and operated staple of the St. Louis community, serving the region since its founding in 1946. Originally established as a catering company, the business dynamically evolved over the decades, shedding its catering attire to become one of the go-to party rental services in the Midwest. Today, their expansive catalog includes everything needed to execute a flawless gathering: tables, chairs, premium linens, fine china, glassware, decorative fountains, tents, staging, pipe and drape, dance floors, high-end event furniture, and much more.
A Partnership Built on Local Heritage
Orlando’s Event Center in South County is another beloved, family-operated St. Louis business with a rich history. The South County location recently underwent extensive renovations, debuting a modern bar alongside a refreshed, contemporary aesthetic when it reopened over Easter weekend. This venue choice reflects Weinhardt Party Rental’s commitment to the St. Louis community, and their long-time partnership with Orlando’s Catering.
Orlando’s Catering and Weinhardt Party Rentals share a deep professional bond, having collaborated for over 30 years to craft memorable, seamless celebrations across the region. Mike Orlando emphasized Orlando’s Catering’s ongoing enthusiasm for the mutual support both companies show towards their fellow long-standing local business, noting how their enduring partnership continues to elevate the events they are both involved in bringing to life.
Atmosphere Elevated by Industry Sponsors
The event sponsors, Alobar’s Lighting and Sound and Lucy Black Entertainment, deeply enriched the showcase by contributing immersive lighting design and live music to elevate the overall
experience. Alobar’s, a trusted local audiovisual provider founded in 1991, crafted the event’s dynamic visual mood. Meanwhile, Lucy Black Entertainment — which recently expanded to St. Louis after establishing strong roots in Washington, D.C. — supplied sophisticated musical entertainment that kept the atmosphere vibrant throughout the showcase.
Scaling Celebrations of Any Size
Whether designing a cozy gathering or managing complex logistics for thousands, Weinhardt Party Rentals possesses the expertise and inventory to ensure success. Their team comfortably handles events across the full spectrum of scale from intimate corporate board meetings of 10 guests to massive university commencements hosting 10,000 attendees. By continually refreshing their offerings with modern furniture collections while maintaining their founding commitment to quality, Weinhardt Party Rentals solidifies its position as a cornerstone of St. Louis hospitality.
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Sarah Wilkins is a contributing writer from St. Louis.
