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Day Set / From $650

The Gather Set

For casual groups that need more room to sit and gather.

The Brief

More room to sit, snack, and gather.

Ideal for
Beach gatherings, park parties, casual backyard gatherings, casual private events, small celebrations, and proposals or birthdays with a few friends — up to 15 guests. Dining styling, florals, signage, bar service, lighting, shade, and lounge chairs are not included by default.
Guest range
Up to 15 guests

What's Included

The environment, as it arrives.

  • Larger low-table or bench setup
  • More floor seating
  • Larger rug, mat, tarp, or blanket footprint
  • Extra pillows or seat cushions
  • More tabletop space for snacks, drinks, gifts, or decor
  • Setup footprint review based on location and access

Optional Enhancements

Build outward from the base.

The additions our crews most often pair with this experience. Select any of them to see the estimate adjust — everything stays changeable in the full build flow. Fresh floral direction is selected separately in the floral section below.

FORMHOUSE does not provide alcohol. Bar staffing and alcohol service are subject to venue rules, required approvals, and licensed or insured service partners where applicable.

Fresh Floral Direction

An optional floral layer, designed to the event.

Fresh florals are never included by default — each direction below is optional, custom-designed to the event, and priced as a starting estimate.

Fresh floral packages are custom-designed around the event, location, season, and available stems. Final floral pricing is confirmed after the design direction, guest count, location conditions, and installation requirements are reviewed.

Floral scope for public-space events is subject to location rules, weather, setup access, and any required approvals. FORMHOUSE may recommend a lower-profile floral plan where structures, staking, open flame, or large installations are not permitted.

Estimate

Base rental
$650
Setup fee — required
$100

Enhancements you select appear here.

Estimated starting total

$750

Delivery + pickup starts at $100. Final delivery is confirmed after we review the event location, access, timing, and setup requirements.

Final proposal may adjust based on guest count, location, access, timing, and selected add-ons.

Build This ExperienceRequest a Tailored Proposal

On Site

The environment in detail.

Table surface set for food and drinks along a low table.
The widened ground footprint around the gathering.
Optional shade pitched beside the low-table setup.

How It Works

From first call to clean strike.

  1. Size the group honestly

    Tell us the guest count and the spot. Up to 15 guests fits The Gather Set comfortably; beyond that we point you to The Social Set instead of squeezing the layout.

  2. We scale the footprint

    Tables, floor seating, cushions, and ground layers are scaled to the group, and the setup footprint is reviewed against the location and its access.

  3. Add only what you want

    Tableware, florals, signage, lighting, upgraded shade, bar service, and lounge chairs are available as add-ons unless selected separately — the base price stays legible.

Locations + Planning

The place is part of the experience.

Planning Notice

Public-space planning requires time.

FORMHOUSE requests at least three weeks’ notice for beach, park, and public-space experiences. Certain locations, larger guest counts, commercial services, structures, or State Park sites may require additional review, insurance, reservations, or permits. Four to six weeks is recommended whenever possible.

  • At least three weeks’ notice for beach, park, and public-space experiences — four to six weeks recommended.
  • Every public-space plan is reviewed around location rules, site access, guest count, setup footprint, and timing before it is confirmed.
  • Power is not automatic on public sites — battery lighting, portable power, or an alternate site plan may be recommended.
  • Permits, reservations, insurance, or third-party fees may apply; final requirements depend on the managing agency.

Sites we review most often: Santa Monica · Malibu · Laguna Beach · Lacy Park · Griffith Park · Will Rogers State Historic Park · Los Angeles State Historic Park

Locations + Planning Details

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