From Festival Bars To Weddings: Choosing The Right Drinkware

Whether you are hosting a sprawling outdoor music festival or an intimate black-tie wedding, the "vibe" of your event is often defined by what’s in your guests' hands. While the drink itself matters, the vessel it’s served in dictates the safety, convenience, and aesthetic of the day.

Since 2007, Event Supplies has been the trusted partner for event planners across the UK. We know that "one size fits all" doesn’t apply to drinkware, so here's our guide to choosing the right supplies for your specific event type.

1. Festivals: Safety meets durability

At a crowded festival, glass is a liability. Between uneven ground and heavy foot traffic, you need drinkware that can survive a drop without creating a hazard.

• The solution: Pint tumblers and half-pint tumblers

Our range of disposable and reusable barware is designed to be "shatterproof." They offer the clarity of glass without the risk. For high-volume bars, stackable designs are essential for speed of service.

Look for CE-marked tumblers to ensure your pours are legal and consistent.

2. Corporate mixers & networking events: Sleek and professional

Corporate events require a balance of professionalism and practicality. You want something that looks sophisticated during a keynote but is easy to clear away during networking.

• The solution: Wine glasses and smoothie cups.

If you are serving juices or iced lattes during a morning seminar, our crystal-clear smoothie cups offer a modern, clean look. Transitioning to evening drinks? High-quality plastic wine glasses provide the weight and feel of traditional stemware while remaining cost-effective for large crowds.

3. Elegant weddings: Celebration without the stress

Weddings are all about the "toast," but managing hundreds of crystal glasses can be a logistical nightmare—not to mention the cost of breakages.

• The solution: Champagne flutes and cocktail straws.

Our elegant flutes allow for that iconic "cheers" moment with a premium finish that looks stunning in photos. Pair them with our biodegradable cocktail straws to add a pop of colour to your signature drinks without harming the environment.

Don't forget serving jugs for the tables. Keeping guests hydrated with water or Pimm’s at their seats reduces bar queues.

4. The eco-conscious choice: Reusables and paper

With sustainability now at the forefront of the events industry, many organisers are moving away from traditional single-use options.

• The solution: Paper coffee cups and reusable polycarbonate barware.

Our paper coffee cups are perfect for outdoor winter markets or post-dinner wedding coffee. For long-term venues, our reusable barware can be washed and reused hundreds of times, significantly reducing your event's carbon footprint.

Choosing the right drinkware is about more than just aesthetics; it’s about logistics, budget, and safety.