Balls / formals

We understand that every school/university formal is unique, so we customise our packages to suit you!

Gravity Events offers premium all-in-one packages to make your Formal an incredible night to remember. Saving you stress & hassle, allowing you to focus on the important things.
With outstanding Photography, amazing  DJ's and the guaranteed fun of the Photo Booth, working with Gravity is the best decision your Ball committee will ever make. 

Available in Dunedin, Wellington, Nelson, Marlborough & Christchurch

Formal Event Services

  • Add extra fun to your school ball with our Gravity photobooths

    • Unlimited Photo Printouts (these are great mementos)

    • Gravity Photobooth Operator

    • Customised Backdrop + Photo Strip design

    • Box of fun props

    • Digital versions of photo strips delivered post event

  • Stunning photos, attention to detail, and memories that last a lifetime.

    • Professional Gravity photographer

    • Edited high resolution digital photos

    • Online gallery to view and download images

    • Roaming and Backdrop Photography

  • Instant Party Vibe! With some cool lights pointed at it, you'll create awesome mirror patterns that light up the whole room.

    • 30cm, 45cm, and 60cm Disco Ball's available

    • Pair the Disco ball with a motor to spin and a pin light to shine

    • We can also help you set up!

  • Want to feel like you are at your very own Hollywood event? Add a twist to the classic photobooth with our Gravity Glambot.

    • Unlimited videos

    • Gravity Photo booth Operator

    • Get your video on the spot via a QR code or Apple airdrop

    • Customised overlay design on the video

    • Online gallery to view and download videos

    • Fits up to 4 people comfortably

  • The best thing about these light is how you can project patterns, images, or text onto surfaces, allowing you to personalize your formal in a unique way. Think snowflake on the wall, or a moon on the roof!

    • Great at upping your theming game

    • Chose from our wide selection of patterns, or get in touch about your very own customized Gobo pattern

  • Make your school ball unforgettable with our Gravity DJ! Great tunes, seamless mixes, and the perfect vibe for an epic night of dancing and fun.

    • Gravity DJ

    • Sound System & DJ Equipment

    • Dance Floor Lighting

    • Tech to set up & pack down equipment

  • Absolute show stopper for your formal that will get everyone up and moving.

    The Dance floor comes customisable in 1m x 1m panels, seamlessly fitting into most spaces, ensuring a perfect fit for any venue you choose. Powered by sound-activated technology

    • 1m x 1m Sections

    • Customisable Size

      Two Types:

    • Disco Pattern Dance Floor // No Edge

    • Modern LED Dance Floor // Black Edged

  • Our photographers can do it all! Not only do we have the option for backdrop and roaming, we also can help with your entrance photos.

    A few classics include:

    • Car photos

    • Couple/group photos at an entrance backdrop

    • Candid red carpet/paparazzi photos

  • This stunning decor piece features twinkling lights that create the enchanting effect of a starry night sky. The Starlight Curtain is an excellent choice for enhancing a stage your DJ, Band, awards and more!

    Sizes Available:

    • 6m W x 4m H

    • 4m W x 4m H

  • Not wanting to follow the status quo? These wireless headphones allow guests to enjoy music at whatever volume they want without disturbing the surroundings, creating a unique and immersive experience.

    Personalized Sound Experience: Guests can choose from multiple music channels, allowing them to switch between different genres or playlists and enjoy their favorite tunes. You can even plug a DJ (or 2!)

    • Headphones wirelessly connect to up to 3 transmitters

    • Each transmitter can connect to a separate device or even a DJ!

    • Easy to switch between different channels/transmitters

    • Have up to 400 headsets at your formal!

  • Perfect for Photos: Everyone will love taking pictures in front of this gorgeous backdrop, making it an instant hit for photo ops and memories.

    Sizes Available:
    Red Flower Wall :     2.4m W x 2.4m H
    White Flower Wall:     4.8m W x 2.4m H or 2.4m W x 2.4m H

    • Pairs great with an LED sign!

  • Transform your formal (or afterparty) with an inflatable marquee!

    This unique and spacious venue option is perfect for outdoor parties. It it the perfect canvas for some epic lighting designs!

    Gravity Cube Dimensions:

    • Internal Size: 14m long x 7m wide (that's 98sqm worth of space!)

    • External Size: 15.5m long x 8.5m wide

  • Perfect for those grand entrances that make the night feel special. Pairs great with some entrance photography!


    Options:

    • Minimal Archway (great for customizing)

    • Art Deco Archway

    • LED Archway

  • Add additional space to your formal or afterparty with a Pagoda or Gazebo. Perfect to provide shade for your guests or an extra space for food and drink

    Check out the sizing below…
    3m x 3m Springtop (can be linked together)
    5m x 5m Springtop
    5m x 10m Pole Marquee (lighter duty)
    3m x 6m Pole Marquee (lighter duty)

  • With their unique and artistic shapes, these trees stand out as beautiful decor elements that impress everyone. Always an eye-catching design and a great photo opportunity.

    They are also great at helping with your theme!

    Check out our range of trees HERE.

  • Have a friend with a big backyard? Create a show-stopping experience with our clear marquees at your formal and afterparty.

    Comes in white or clear.

    Check out the sizing and guest capacity below…
    65-90 Guests:     10m x 12m
    90-110 Guests:     10m x 15m
    110-135 Guests:     10m x 18m
    135-150 Guests:     10m x 21m

Formal Event Equipment Hire

  • Party in style with our wide range of iconic neon signs. Fixed to clear acrylic backing with 2x pre-drilled holes for hanging/mounting. Each Neon Sign comes with a 1.5m long 12V power adapter. Simply plug into any wall socket. 

    Available Neon Signs

    • "Let's Party"

    • "Let's Dance"

    • "Bar"

     *Please note stand, screws or suspension wire for mounting signs not included.

  • Perfect for announcing your guests arrival or some music at the front door before you get to the main event/entertainment.

    Check out our most popular options below

    • Bluetooth 12" speakers

    • Battery powered speaker with microphone included

    • Wireless or wired microphone for speeches

  • Perfect addition to your formal. Our photobooth helps create memories that last with snaps for all of your guests to reminisce with.

    • Paperless photobooth

    • No photobooth operator needed

    • Customizable photostrip

    • Digital version of your photostrips post event

  • Discover why Gravity's uplights are a fan favorite! Quick and effective, these versatile fixtures can be set to any colour, making them perfect for transforming venues atmospheres effortlessly

    • Battery Powered (No plugs needed!)

    • Ties in with any theme

    • Wide range of colours that you choose from

  • Make an entrance with our red carpet and gold bollards. Whether you are theming your formal something to do with Hollywood or just need an excuse to live out your celebrity dreams these are great for entrances and photo backdrops.

    Red carpet sizes:

    • 6m, 8m, 10m, and 12m

  • Want to show your favourite memories over your years at school together? Or, something to help with your awards section of the night? Have a look at our TV and projector options.


    TV Sizing options: 55" and 75"

    Projector Screen Size: 100"

    • Sounds options also available so you can play your favourite videos

    • TV's on stylish stands

  • One of our most popular dance lighting solutions - Gig bars are simple! Plug in and play! 

    5-in-1 lighting effect system that includes moving heads, derbies, washes, a laser and strobe effect pre-mounted on a single bar. The all in one light bar requires just one wall plug.

    Using sound activation - this simple set up and plug in option will create a light show based to the beat of your music making it the perfect addition to your dance floor.

    • Changes with the beat of the music

    • Super effective at creating that perfect party feel

    • A staple at every dance party

  • Keep you and your guests nice and toasty! Gas heaters available to hire - perfect for formals and afterparties being celebrated outdoors!

    Options for a black or silver case

  • Add some magic to your evening with our selection of fairy lights to suit any venue.
    Fairy Lights come in warm white or cold white light with the choice of black or white rubber wire.

    Available options:

    • 10m Connectable lengths

    • Fairy light curtain

    • Options: White casing with a cool or warm white light. Or, a black casing with a warm white light

    • We also have our giant 5m x 5m fairy light curtains. Great for hanging off balconies

  • Large glass bulb cousins of fairy lights, old school festoons add an effortless touch of ambient light to your event.

    Available Options

    • 15m Connectable lengths

    • Warm white light with a black casing

    • Option to add our festoon poles to hang the festoons on

  • Looking to elevate your formal? Hire pixel tubes for a stunning visual experience! These vibrant, customisable lights can create a lively atmosphere, perfect for your formal or afterparty

    • Come in boxes of 8

    • Comes with a controller to customise your lights before or during the event

  • Add a touch of magic to your formal with our smoke machines for hire! They are also great at enhancing your dancefloor lighting to great a festival experience.

    Our options:

    • Hazer (pairs great with a lazer light!)

    • Small smoke machine

    • Large low fogger

    *Please note that if using indoors you will need to check if your fire alarm is a heat or smoke detector. Our smoke machines work best with heat detectors

Formal Theming Equipment Hire

  • Looking for a night of glitz and glamour for your Red Carpet Formal event? Gravity is here to help.

    Our recommendations

    • Red carpet

    • Gold bollards

    • Art deco archway

    • Star gobo lights

    • LED uplights

  • Bring a perfect blend of elegance and whimsy to your formal, creating a magical and unforgettable atmosphere.

    Our recommendations:

    • White archway (great for decorating)

    • LED trees

    • Cheshire cat gobo lights

    • LED uplights

  • Step into a magical Winter Wonderland, where twinkling lights and frosty landscapes create an enchanting experience! Complete it with the Gravity experience

    Our recommendations:

    • White archway (great for decorating)

    • Winter LED trees

    • Low fog machine

    • Snowflake gobo lights

    • LED uplights

  • A classic, elegant, and unforgettable theme - straight from your dreams!

    Our recommendations:

    • Starlight curtain

    • Starry night gobo light

    • LED tree/s

    • Fairy light curtains

    • Fairlight Tunnel

    • LED uplights

  • With a theme that serves a little mystery and elegance, we have everything your need.

    Our recommendations:

    • LED trees

    • Gobo lights (to show whichever outline you would like!)

    • Low fogger (smoke machine)

    • LED uplights

  • Step into the elegance of Paris for your formal - where class, charm, and unforgettable memories await.

    Our recommendations:

    • Eiffel tower gobos light pattern

    • Starlight curtain backdrop

    • LED uplights

  • Live out your fantasy to dance the night away in a Greek fairytale with a Greek/Mamma Mia theme

    Our recommendations:

    • White archway (great for decorating)

    • Disco Balls

    • Maple leaf LED trees

    • Our Mamma Mia photobooth photostrip

    • LED uplights

  • A twist to the classic red carpet theme where you can add elements that stand out from the norm.

    Our recommendations:

    • Red carpet

    • Gold bollards

    • Art deco archway

    • Deck of cards gobo lights

    • LED uplights

    • Warm colour LED Trees

Contact us

WE’RE HERE TO HELP!

DUNEDIN
hello@gravityevents.co.nz
022 386 9949

22 Bauchop Street
Dunedin, 9016

NELSON
nelson@gravityevents.co.nz
022 533 3118

16 Nayland Road
Stoke, Nelson 7011

WELLINGTON
wellington@gravityevents.co.nz
028 429 1750

CHRISTCHURCH
christchurch@gravityevents.co.nz
022 386 9949