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Graduation Party Porta Potty Guide for Central Minnesota
Grad party season in Central Minnesota runs late May through June, and the weekends fill fast. Here's how to size, book and place units for an open house.
Mon–Sat, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. · Same-day delivery when you call in the morning
Updated · Reviewed by Parker, owner
How many porta potties does a graduation party need?
A graduation open house with 150 guests over 4 hours needs 2 standard porta potties. A 250-guest open house over 5 to 6 hours needs 4. Open houses spread guests over the afternoon, so the 3–4 hour chart column fits most parties even when the open house is listed as 2 to 6 p.m.
| Guests | Open house (3–4 hrs) | All-day party (7–8 hrs) |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | 1–2 | 2 |
| 100 | 2 | 3 |
| 150 | 2 | 3 |
| 200 | 3 | 4 |
| 250 | 3 | 4 |
| 300 | 4 | 5 |
Two families sharing one party? Add the guest counts and use the total. Use the calculator to check your number.
When should I book a porta potty for a June graduation party?
Book a porta potty for a June graduation party 2 to 4 weeks ahead. The first three weekends of June are the busiest weekends of our year in the St. Cloud area, and same-day delivery is limited on Fridays before them. Book restroom trailers 6 or more weeks ahead.
We deliver Friday and pick up Monday for weekend parties at no extra charge. If you host on a weekday, the unit arrives the day before.
Where should the porta potty go at a grad party?
Place a grad party porta potty on level ground at the edge of the yard, about 50 to 100 feet from food tables and downwind if you can. Face the door away from the street and the tent. Keep a 10-foot path clear so our truck can reach it for delivery and pickup.
- Set a hand wash station beside the unit if food is served. Hand wash stations.
- Add a wheelchair-accessible unit if grandparents or guests with mobility needs are coming.
- Put a small solar light by the door if the party runs past dusk.
How much does a grad party porta potty cost?
A standard porta potty for a graduation party in the St. Cloud area usually quotes at $225–$350 for the weekend, including Friday delivery and Monday pickup. Deluxe flushing units with a sink usually quote at $300–$450. Multi-unit orders share one delivery charge.
Need a porta potty in St. Cloud today?
Call now. Talk to dispatch, not a call center.
Call before your crew or guests arrive. We confirm the delivery window, the unit and the full price on the same call.
(320) 205-2511Phones answered Mon–Sat, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.. After hours, send the form and we call you first thing.