Theme Prop Hire

Theme Prop Hire is a Cape Town based supplier of themed decor and props for hire, serving the Western Cape. Established in 1995, the company supports private events, parties, photoshoots, film productions and TV sets with an extensive catalogue that runs to thousands of items across more than forty themes.

Backed by 600 square metres of stock, the range spans detailed set pieces, backdrops and scene setters through to smaller accent items and general props. Popular themes include 70’s and 80’s, Africa, Army and Military, Airport, Beach and Island, BeerFest and OktoberFest, British and Royalty, Candyland, Carnival and Circus, Casino and Las Vegas, Christmas, Easter, Egyptian and Enchanted Garden. Clients also find Farm, French and Moulin Rouge, Gatsby and 1920’s and Vintage, Halloween and Horror, Havana and Cuba, Hospital, Jungle and Wildlife, Law and Crime, Mafia and Gangster, Masked Ball, Medieval, Mexican, Moroccan, Motor Racing, Movies, Nautical, New York, Pirate, Rock ’n Roll and Diner, Roman Greek, School, Spy, Valentines, Western, Winter Wonderland and Wonderland. The collection is complemented by general props as well as practical items such as confetti cannons and machines.

The team offers on site delivery and collection throughout the Western Cape. Props are brought to the chosen venue and collected once the event ends, which streamlines logistics for organisers and production teams. Event setup services are also available, helping to install and arrange items so that the finished set aligns with the chosen theme and works with the space.

For briefs that for something specific, Theme Prop Hire provides custom manufacturing. Bespoke items can be produced to match a concept, extend an existing theme or deliver a signature focal point. This capability allows clients to blend off the shelf pieces with custom builds to achieve a cohesive look.

Whether the brief is a playful party, a styled photoshoot, a detailed film scene or a TV studio setup, the breadth of stock makes it easy to create immersive environments. From larger hero elements to finishing touches, the inventory is designed to scale from intimate gatherings to more elaborate sets.

Alongside broad theme categories, the company also carries standout pieces that enhance guest experiences. Items such as a doughnut ll are available for hire and pair well with sweet stations or Candyland inspired styling, adding both function and visual impact to the decor plan.

Clients can view a selection of favourite themes in the Maitland showroom, which offers a sense of the quality, scale and variety on offer. With decades of experience, extensive stock and practical services that include delivery, collection and setup, Theme Prop Hire provides a comprehensive solution for themed decor and prop requirements across the Western Cape.

Established in 1995, Theme Prop Hire provides theme prop and decor hiring for over forty different themes. They specialize in private events, film production, and TV, with a large inventory of props available for hire.