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Here's everything you need to know about temporary broadband for festivals, shows, and corporate events. Events · 16 Jan 2026 Running an event needs internet: card machines, ticketing systems, live streaming, staff communications, exhibitor Wi-Fi. If the venue has no broadband or it's too slow, you're stuck. Running an event? Send your venue postcode and we'll confirm coverage before you book. Availability Checker ## Check coverage in 60 seconds Tell us where you are and we'll see what we can deliver. ## Your details So we can send you your results Company name First name Last name Email address Phone number Check My Availability Temporary broadband is the solution. Here's what's actually available and what works. ## Types of Temporary Broadband ### Option 1: 4G/5G Mobile Hotspot Simplest: Buy a mobile hotspot device (or use your phone). Budget-friendly SIM option available. **Pros:** - Cheap - Easy to set up - Works almost anywhere **Cons:** - Limited data (usually throttled after 100GB) - One device broadcasts, slow Wi-Fi quality - Not reliable for business-critical traffic - Can't handle many simultaneous users **Use case:** Small event, 10-20 people, casual Wi-Fi. ### Option 2: Portable 4G Router Rent or buy a commercial-grade 4G router. Uses a high-speed mobile SIM. Better than a hotspot. **Pros:** - Faster speeds (50-150Mbps with bonding) - Professional Wi-Fi coverage - Handles 50+ simultaneous users - Mobile hotspot as backup **Cons:** - More expensive than basic hotspot (rental + SIM) - Still depends on mobile signal at venue - Setup takes 2-3 hours **Use case:** Medium event, 50-200 people, professional setup. ### Option 3: Temporary Satellite Rent a satellite internet kit (Starlink for Business, or traditional satellite). Installed for the event. **Pros:** - Works anywhere (no towers needed) - Decent speeds (50-150Mbps) - Reliable **Cons:** - More expensive rental option + install fees - Needs clear southern sky - Setup takes 4-6 hours - Weather can degrade signal (rain) **Use case:** Large event, remote location, no mobile signal. ### Option 4: Portable Bonded Connection (Integra Temporary) Rent a bonded 4G/5G system from Integra. Multiple SIMs from different operators, combined via [SD-WAN](/integra-sd-wan). **Pros:** - Fastest speeds (200-350Mbps possible) - Most redundancy (multiple networks) - Professional coverage - Weather-proof (cellular not affected by rain) - Scalable (add more SIMs if needed) **Cons:** - Premium pricing reflects the superior speed and reliability - Requires decent mobile coverage at venue - Professional installation **Use case:** Large event, critical uptime, dense crowds needing fast Wi-Fi. ## Key Considerations for Events ### Coverage Area Small hotspot: 30-50m radius Portable router: 100-150m radius Multi-AP mesh setup: Cover entire venue ### Capacity One mobile hotspot: 10-20 simultaneous users before quality drops Professional router: 50-100 users Bonded multi-SIM: 200+ users ### Data Limits Most mobile SIMs have data caps (200GB, 500GB, unlimited). An event with 200 people streaming video + uploading photos can use 100GB in a day. Make sure your plan is unlimited or has a high cap. ### Latency For real-time applications (live streaming, EPOS tills, video conferencing): 4G: 20-30ms ✅ Satellite: 25-60ms ⚠️ (borderline) ## Real Example: Steam Rally Event The Steam Rally is a classic car event with 5,000 visitors, exhibitors, live music, and food vendors. **Requirements:** - Card machines for ticket sales - Wi-Fi for exhibitors (photographers, traders) - CCTV monitoring - Staff communications **Solution:** Bonded 4G via Starlink SD-WAN. **Setup:** - Two 4G SIMs (EE + O2) bonded - Starlink dish as supplementary backup - Professional mesh Wi-Fi across the fairground **Result:** - 200+ simultaneous users on Wi-Fi - Card machines never dropped - CCTV streamed without lag - Staff comms rock solid **Cost:** Bonded connectivity rental for the 3-day event. Competitive event pricing available. ## Timeline Plan **at least 4 weeks ahead**: - Week 1: Confirm venue location - Week 2-3: Send us venue coordinates; we survey coverage - Week 3: Order equipment and SIMs - Week 4: Install 48 hours before event - Event day: Support standby ## Budget Guide Mobile hotspot: Budget option | 20-40Mbps | under 20 users | Low reliability Portable 4G router: Standard rental | 50-150Mbps | 50-100 users | Medium reliability Satellite temporary: Premium rental | 50-150Mbps | 100-200 users | Medium reliability Bonded 4G (Integra): Professional tier | 150-350Mbps | 200+ users | High reliability ## Red Flags to Avoid ❌ **Don't rely on the venue's "existing internet."** If it exists, it's usually shared with customers/staff and will be saturated. ❌ **Don't assume mobile signal is good just because you have bars.** Bring a signal tester to survey first. ❌ **Don't order the day before the event.** Equipment and SIMs need 3-4 weeks' notice. ❌ **Don't go too cheap.** If your event needs £10,000 in ticket sales, don't save £500 by renting a weak hotspot. ## Integra's Offer We rent bonded temporary broadband for events. We survey your venue beforehand, confirm coverage, install 48 hours early, and provide on-site support during the event. **For a 3-day event:** - Bonded 4G + Starlink hybrid - Professional mesh Wi-Fi - On-site 24/7 support - Contact us for event-specific pricing ## Next Step Got an event coming up? Email us the venue postcode + event dates. We'll survey coverage and send you a quote. **Where to next:** [see Integra SD-WAN for events — bonded 4G/5G that scales](/integra-sd-wan) · [read our portable Wi-Fi for construction sites guide](/blog/portable-wifi-solutions-construction-sites) · [send your venue postcode for a coverage check](/check). 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