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November 2026 wedding: 200 guests, outdoor ceremony. Units needed?

Brooke L.asked 1 viewEvents & WeddingsUnits per personAlcoholHandwash stationWeddingRestroom trailer

We're planning a November 2026 wedding on my family's property in upstate New York. The ceremony and reception will be outdoors under a tent, with about 200 guests total. The event will run for six hours, and we're having a full bar with alcohol service. The ground is grassy but mostly level, and a truck can reach the spot easily from the driveway. I'm trying to figure out how many portable toilets we need and what type would work best, standard units, deluxe flushing ones, or maybe a restroom trailer. With the cold weather and alcohol, I want to make sure guests are comfortable. How many units should we rent, and should we consider any specific features for a fall wedding?

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Priya N.Tampa, FL

For a 200-guest outdoor wedding with alcohol service and a six-hour duration, you should rent at least six portable toilets, including one ADA-compliant unit. Event planning guidelines suggest starting with one unit per 50 to 75 people for a four-hour event, but alcohol and longer duration require more units to prevent lines and ensure comfort. Add a handwash station with soap and water for hygiene.

Choose deluxe units or a restroom trailer for a wedding; they offer flushing toilets, sinks, and mirrors, which guests appreciate. A restroom trailer needs level ground, electrical power, and possibly a water hookup. For November in upstate New York, discuss winterization with your rental company, they may add antifreeze to holding tanks to prevent freezing. Service frequency depends on use; for a one-day event, units are delivered clean and serviced after, but confirm this with your provider. Costs vary by unit type, rental duration, and delivery distance.

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