How many tables do I need?

A quick calculator for weddings and events

How the numbers work

Divide your guest count (minus anyone at the head or sweetheart table) by the seats per table, then round up. A small buffer of empty seats is worth it: late RSVPs, a surprise plus-one, or a vendor meal all need somewhere to go.

For room size, venues commonly budget around 10–12 square feet per guest for seated dinners at round tables. That covers chairs and walkways but not a dance floor, bar or buffet. Always confirm the final layout with your venue coordinator.

Round or long tables?

• 60" rounds seat 8 comfortably (10 if tight). They're the classic choice and the easiest to fit into most rooms.
• 72" rounds seat 10 comfortably. You'll need fewer tables, but conversation across the table is harder.
• Long banquet tables fit more people per square foot and feel communal. They work best for family-style dinners and rustic venues.

Common guest counts

Counts assume every guest sits at a guest table, with no spare seats.