Event Hire in the Dordogne | Sound, Lighting, Stretch Tents & Staging

Fête24 is based in the Dordogne and supplies professional event production for weddings, private parties and corporate events throughout the department.

We are a small family-run team based just outside Bergerac. Fully bilingual (English and French speaking), we work regularly across the Dordogne — from countryside châteaux and private homes to riverside venues and rural estates. Because this is our home region, we understand the practical realities of local venues better than most suppliers.

Being based just outside Bergerac allows us to respond quickly across the Dordogne and neighbouring departments. Many of our weddings take place within an 90mins of Bergerac, but we regularly travel throughout the region for destination weddings and private events.

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Why Couples Choose the Dordogne

The Dordogne has become one of France’s most popular destinations for UK, Irish and international weddings. Couples are drawn by its historic châteaux, rolling countryside, excellent food and wine, and relaxed pace of life.

Many celebrations here take place over several days, with welcome dinners, outdoor ceremonies, pool parties and post-wedding brunches. This often means equipment is needed across multiple locations on the same estate, with careful planning of power, access and logistics.

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Venues We’ve Worked At in the Dordogne

Over the years we’ve supplied lighting, sound, stretch tents and full technical production at many of the Dordogne’s best-known wedding venues. Every venue is different — from riverside properties and vineyard estates to historic châteaux with unique access and power requirements.

Some of the venues we’ve worked at include:

• Château Lacanaud – intimate château near Eymet with lake views and beautiful grounds
• Château la Durantie – large estate near Lanouaille, popular with destination wedding couples
• Domaine de la Fauconnie – stylish countryside venue just outside Bergerac
• Domaine d’Essendiéras – extensive multi-château estate with dramatic views
• Hotel Château de la Côte – 15th-century château in the Périgord Vert
• Château le Mas de Montet – historic château used for both weddings and corporate events
• And many private family estates and rural properties across the region

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Working with Local Wedding Planners

We regularly work alongside some of the Dordogne’s leading wedding planners and coordinators. Past projects have included collaborations with Chatelaine Events (Julia Hatton), Perfect Day by Karen, and Lucy Ann Events. We’re used to fitting into existing supplier teams and handling the technical side so planners can focus on the overall day.

Because we work in both English and French, we regularly coordinate between international couples, local venues and French suppliers.

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Practical Challenges of Events in the Dordogne

Working in this region comes with specific considerations that are worth planning for early:

• Narrow country lanes and restricted vehicle access at many properties
• Limited or poorly positioned power supplies on rural estates
• Uneven ground and the need for temporary flooring in some outdoor areas
• High summer temperatures in July and August
• Wind considerations when installing stretch tents
• Protecting historic stonework and floors in châteaux
• Noise restrictions near villages and neighbouring properties

Because we are based here, we factor these issues into every quote and site plan from the beginning.

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Our Services in the Dordogne

Stretch Tent Hire

Stretch tents work particularly well in the Dordogne landscape. They provide flexible covered space for outdoor receptions, wedding breakfasts and evening parties without the heavy look of a traditional marquee. We advise on size, layout and anchoring based on guest numbers, ground conditions and access.

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Sound System Hire

Many Dordogne venues need thoughtful multi-zone sound because guests move between ceremony, drinks and dining areas. We supply clean, reliable systems that give even coverage without excessive volume — from compact wireless setups for speeches to larger systems for DJs or live bands.

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Event Lighting

Lighting makes a real difference at most Dordogne venues. We provide ambient uplighting, festoon and fairy lighting for atmosphere, plus more focused production lighting when required.

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Dance Floor Hire

A well-placed dance floor often becomes the natural centre of the evening. We supply indoor and outdoor dance floors, including LED starlit options, sized to suit château courtyards, barns and marquee setups.

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DJ Services

We offer experienced English-speaking DJs who work seamlessly with our sound and lighting systems, creating a smooth flow from ceremony through to the late-night party.

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Event Power & Generators

Many rural Dordogne venues have limited or poorly positioned power supplies. We provide silent generators, distribution boxes and safety cabling so the full technical setup can run reliably, whether for catering, sound, lighting or outdoor installations.

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Staging, LED Screens & Backline

We also supply portable stages, LED screens for presentations or visuals, and professional backline for live bands. These are frequently requested for both wedding and corporate events in the area.

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How We Work

We deliver, install and collect everything ourselves. Before confirming a booking we discuss access, power availability, layout and any site-specific constraints so the setup is realistic for the venue.

Because we handle multiple parts of the production, many clients prefer to keep tents, sound, lighting and staging under one local team.

We have supplied production for hundreds of weddings and events across South West France, with the Dordogne remaining one of our busiest regions.

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Areas We Cover in the Dordogne

We regularly work throughout the department, including:

• Bergerac
• Sarlat-la-Canéda
• Périgueux
• Eymet
• Monpazier
• Brantôme
• Lanouaille
• Ribérac
• Le Bugue
• Lalinde
• Issigeac
• Terrasson-Lavilledieu

If your venue is elsewhere in the Dordogne, just get in touch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you cover the whole of the Dordogne?

Yes. We are based near Bergerac and regularly work across the department, including Sarlat, Périgueux, Eymet, Lanouaille and the surrounding areas.

Can you work at private homes and rural venues?

Yes. A large proportion of the events we support in the Dordogne take place at private properties, châteaux and countryside venues. We plan the setup around access and power limitations.

Do you install everything yourselves?

Yes. Delivery, professional installation and collection are all handled by our team.

How far in advance should we book?

For peak summer dates we recommend booking as early as possible. For other periods, a few months’ notice is usually sufficient, subject to availability.

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Ready to Talk About Your Dordogne Event?

Planning a wedding, private party or event in the Dordogne? Tell us your date, venue and approximate guest numbers and we’ll come back with clear advice and a straightforward quote.

Email: bonjour@fete24.com
Call or WhatsApp: +33 (0)7 66 43 02 11