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Birthday & Milestone Event Hire
Light up numbers, photo backdrops and balloons for 18ths, 21sts, 30ths, 40ths, 50ths and every birthday in between, across Melbourne and Brisbane.
Book online in minutes. Delivery, setup and pack-down are included in every price.
Light Up Numbers, Backdrops & Balloons In One Booking
Book numbers, backdrops, neon signs and balloons together, or choose a ready-made package
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Any age, from first birthdays to 18ths, 21st, 30th right up to 90ths
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All-inclusive prices, shown before you book. Numbers from $150
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No need to be there: we arrange bump-in with your venue and collect the same night or next day
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250+ five-star Google reviews and around 600 events a year since 2018
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Secure your date online with a 20% deposit
Light Up Numbers For Milestone Birthdays
Our 1.2m steel light up numbers are our most booked item for birthdays. 18, 21, 30, 40 and 50 are the most requested pairs, and single numbers suit kids' parties from first birthdays to Sweet 16s.
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From $150 per number in Melbourne and $175 in Brisbane, with delivery, setup and collection included
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Add letters to spell a name or word alongside the numbers
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18ths and 21sts book out first, so book at least four weeks ahead
Businesses book the same numbers for company anniversaries such as 10, 25 or 50 years. See our corporate milestone ideas.
Read more about our light up numbers >>
Birthday Backdrops
Big Light Letters hire a range of birthday backdrops across Melbourne and Brisbane. Set up either on their own or pair with numbers for a full photo setup:
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Arch backdrops, with optional custom vinyl signage
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Neon signs, including Happy Birthday and Let's Party
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Balloon garlands at $350 per 3m section, all-inclusive, plus balloon arches and columns
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Custom acrylic disks with a name or age, from $110
Our team delivers, sets up and collects every backdrop.
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"From the first phone call and right up to delivery, Big Light Letters listened and accommodated my requests. They were very easy to do work with, and I have no reservations about recommending them to friends and family!
The light up numbers were classy and looked amazing, and together with the balloon garland were the perfect backdrop to all our photos."
- Vicki G
Verified 5-Star Google Review. 21 light up numbers and balloon garland at Roccella Italian Melbourne
BIRTHDAY BACKDROP FAQs
How much does birthday hire cost?
Light up numbers start at $150 each in Melbourne and $175 each in Brisbane, with delivery, setup and collection included. Backdrops, neon signs and balloons are priced individually online, and our birthday packages bundle numbers with a backdrop at a set price.
Do you have birthday packages?
Yes. Our birthday packages pair light up numbers with a backdrop and neon sign, with optional balloons. They're the most popular choice for 18ths, 21sts and milestone birthdays.
Do you do balloons?
Yes, in Melbourne and Brisbane. Balloon garlands are $350 per 3m section with delivery and setup included, and we also do balloon arches and columns in custom colours. Add them at checkout.
Is delivery, setup and collection included?
Yes. Every price includes delivery, setup and collection the same night or the next day. You see the full price before you book.
Do I need to be there for delivery?
No. We arrange bump-in and pack-down with your venue, so your setup is ready before guests arrive.
Where do you deliver for birthdays?
Free across Melbourne's CBD, inner and western suburbs, Geelong and Ballarat, and across the Brisbane region. A flat rate applies to Melbourne's eastern suburbs, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and wider SEQ. See our delivery areas for suburbs and rates.
Which venues have you set up birthdays at?
In Melbourne: Mt Derrimut Golf & Community Club, Stone Hotel Fitzroy, Rocklea Farm and Kryal Castle. In Brisbane: Cloudland, the Regatta Hotel, The Osbourne Hotel, The Loft West End and Fitzys Loganholme. We also deliver to homes, function rooms and restaurants.
What are the most popular birthday setups?
Light up numbers for 18ths, 21sts, 30ths and 50ths, usually with a shimmer wall or flower wall, or booked as a birthday package.
Can I book for a kids' birthday?
Yes. Single light up numbers and backdrops suit kids' parties from first birthdays to Sweet 16s.
Can I hire numbers for a company anniversary?
Yes. Businesses book light up numbers for company milestones such as 10, 25 or 50 years, often with their name in letters and a branded backdrop. See our corporate milestone ideas or corporate event hire.
How far ahead should I book?
At least four weeks ahead for milestone birthdays. 18ths and 21sts on Friday and Saturday nights book out first.
Can I book everything at once?
Yes. Add numbers, backdrops, neon signs and balloons to one cart, see the full price, and secure your date online with a 20% deposit.
Can I trust you to turn up?
Yes. We've delivered more than 4,000 events since 2018, around 600 a year, and have 250+ Google reviews, all five-star.
How do I contact you?
Melbourne: 0438 668 746 or melbourne@biglightletters.com.au. Brisbane: 0481 250 285 or info@biglightletters.com.au. National: 1300 429 204. We usually reply within 24 hours.
Where do you deliver birthday light up numbers and backdrops?
We deliver free across Brisbane and Melbourne, with setup and pack-down included. For other areas, including Geelong, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, Ballarat and regional Victoria and Queensland, see our delivery areas page.