Events business ideas that run from your own premises
31 ideas
These 32 events business ideas all rely on a base of your own, whether that is a shop, unit, yard or venue. They suit people who want customers to come to them, or who need room to store and prepare equipment.
Small corporate events agency
Run a small team that plans conferences and company events for regular business clients, from a small office.
- £3k-15k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Town ticket and booking desk
Run a small shopfront selling tickets for local shows, tours and attractions on commission.
- £3k-15k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Weekly town farmers' market operator
Run a regular weekly or themed market on a town site, building a loyal base of traders and shoppers.
- £2k-8k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Marquee and event furniture hire
Run a full-time hire business from a small unit, supplying marquees, tables and chairs for weddings and larger events.
- £8k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Outdoor Christmas market for your town
Run a multi-day festive market with timber chalets, food stalls and entertainment on a square, park or car park.
- £15k-75k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Barn or farm wedding venue
Turn a barn, outbuilding or grounds you already own or lease into a venue for ceremonies and receptions.
- £40k-150k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Small micro-wedding venue
Hire out a house, garden or small hall for intimate weddings of around 20 to 50 guests.
- £4k-20k
- Side hustle
- Own premises
Banqueting hall with catering
Lease a large room and host weddings, dinners and parties, with food and drink included in the hire.
- £15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Function room hire with approved caterers
Hire out a hall by the event and let clients choose from a list of local caterers, so you skip running a kitchen.
- £8k-35k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Town box office and ticket shop
Run a small town-centre ticket desk selling in person and online for local venues and promoters.
- £3k-12k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Small hireable space for parties and workshops
Rent a small hall or unit and hire it by the hour or day for parties, classes, meetings and pop-ups.
- £3k-15k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Barn or garden venue for weddings and celebrations
Turn a barn, outbuilding or grounds you own or rent into a venue for weddings, parties and gatherings.
- £10k-50k
- Side hustle
- Own premises
Weekly night market operator
Build a regular weekly evening market on a dependable site, with a loyal set of traders and a crowd that comes back.
- £3k-15k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Stage lighting hire and sales unit
Run a small unit that hires and sells stage lighting to theatres, bands, churches and event companies.
- £15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Audio hire unit for events and venues
Rent a small unit, stock larger PA and mixing kit, and supply venues, festivals and event organisers with delivery and set-up.
- £10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Wedding and event marquee hire
Run a full marquee business from a small yard or unit, supplying weddings, festivals and corporate events with a small crew.
- £15k-70k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Wedding dress hire boutique
Open a small shop or studio with a rail of hire dresses, fittings and accessories for local brides.
- £10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Event stand and props workshop
Build custom exhibition stands, stage sets and props for brands and event organisers from a small rented unit.
- £8k-30k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Costume hire shop for theatre and events
Run a small unit or shop hiring costumes to amateur theatre groups, schools, film makers and party-goers.
- £5k-25k
- Part-time
- Own premises
AV hire with setup and technician
Run a stocked unit hiring sound, screens and projection, with setup and on-site support for events.
- £8k-35k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Formal wear hire shop
Run a small high street shop hiring out suits, tuxedos and occasion dresses for weddings and proms.
- £10k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Custom stall and exhibition stand builder
Make and fit bespoke stalls, shop counters and exhibition stands from a small workshop.
- £3k-15k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Indoor model car racing track
Run a small indoor track where families and hobbyists race remote-control cars, paying per session or hire.
- £5k-25k
- Part-time
- Own premises
Balloon and party supplies shop
Open a small shop selling balloons, helium fills and party decorations to walk-in customers and event hosts.
- £8k-35k
- Full-time
- Own premises
About these ideas
Options include a balloon and party supplies shop, a formal wear hire shop and a small hireable space for parties and workshops. Others, like a comedy club with its own venue, build a regular audience around one location. Before anything else, work out what the premises will really cost: rent, rates, insurance and fit-out. Then check whether the property's permitted use suits your plans, and whether you would need licences for music, alcohol or public gatherings. Visit at different times of day to judge footfall and parking.
More ideas
- Florist studio with a small shop front
- Seasonal Halloween haunted house
- Small children's play centre and party venue
- Small exhibition stand design and build studio
- Neighbourhood soft play centre for under-8s
- Small family amusement arcade
- Comedy club with its own venue
Questions
Do I need a licence to run an events business from my own premises?
It depends on what you do. Alcohol, live music, late opening and public entertainment can each need permission from your local council. Check the licensing rules with the council before signing a lease, as they may affect which premises are suitable.
How do I choose the right premises for an events business?
Start with what the business needs: storage, loading access, parking, noise tolerance and footfall. Check the permitted use of the property, lease terms, business rates and insurance. Ask neighbours and the council about any restrictions that could limit evening or weekend activity.
Can I start small before committing to a large venue?
Often yes. You could begin with a modest unit, a small hireable space or a shared premises to test demand. Check lease length, break clauses and whether you can scale up later, so you are not tied to costs you cannot cover.