What to Do If Your Venue Has Limited Power or Rigging Options

Conduct a Site Survey Early

Before locking in your event design, always schedule an AV site survey. This allows your AV partner to:

• Evaluate the power capacity available.

• Identify rigging points and weight limits.

• Recommend solutions for safe equipment setup.

Pro tip: Bringing your AV team in early ensures fewer surprises and more flexibility when creating your event production plan.

Explore Ground-Supported Solutions

If a venue has limited or no rigging points, you don’t have to scale back your design. Instead, AV teams can provide:

• Ground-supported LED walls

• Freestanding lighting towers

• Truss structures for scenic and audio

This allows you to achieve the same professional look and feel without relying on ceiling rigging.

Prioritize Your AV Needs

If you’re working with restrictions, focus on the essentials first:

• Clear audio coverage (microphones, speakers, coms systems)

• Visuals that all attendees can see (screens, LED walls, projection)

• Lighting that supports visibility and atmosphere

From there, enhancements like scenic elements or advanced effects can be scaled based on available power and rigging.

Use Energy-Efficient AV Equipment

Modern AV gear is designed to deliver high-impact visuals and sound without drawing excessive power. Options like:

• LED walls (instead of older projection systems)

• LED stage lighting

• Digital audio consoles

These reduce the overall power demand while still creating a dynamic event experience.

Bring in Additional Power if Needed

When venues can’t provide enough in-house electrical supply, AV providers can arrange:

• Temporary power distribution systems

• Generators (especially for outdoor or tented events)

• Dedicated circuits to avoid overloading existing infrastructure

Partnering with an experienced AV team ensures power solutions are handled safely and efficiently.

Partner with an Experienced AV Team

The key to overcoming these challenges is working with an AV company that specializes in creative problem-solving. At American Audio Visual, our team has transformed venues of all shapes and sizes—even those with major limitations—into seamless, high-production event spaces.

From corporate conferences to gala dinners and multi-city tours, we know how to adapt to challenging venues while still delivering the professional AV experience your audience expects. Limited power or rigging options don’t have to limit your event’s success. With the right AV planning, creative solutions, and experienced event production team, you can overcome venue restrictions and create an unforgettable experience for your attendees.