All About Tents
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Basic Types of Tents
When people think about tents, they usually picture something to go camping in. Our party tents, however, are a "shade" different. Below you can see the difference between our three basic types of tents (shown dimensions are 20' x 30'). So, whether you need a 10' x 10' Frame Tent for an exhibition booth, or our 60' x 120' Pole Tent for a Grand Function, we've got you covered...!
Pole Tent
A heavy duty party tent made of canvas or vinyl supported by poles around the perimeter and in the center. Pole tents must be installed by professionals and will shelter against most bad weather.
40'x120'
40'x60'
30'x60'
Interior
Interior
Frame Tent
A professionally installed tent made of canvas or vinyl covering that has a metal frame with no center poles.
3 10'x10's
20'x40'
30'x30'
Party Canopy
A lightweight overhead shelter for sun or light rain, usually an inexpensive rental that customers erect and take down themselves. Includes one or more center poles.
Tent Planning
|
Size |
Square Footage |
Auditorium Seating |
Seated Dinner |
|
10 x 10 |
100 |
16 |
10 |
|
20 x 20 |
400 |
66 |
40 |
|
20 x 30 |
600 |
100 |
60 |
|
20 x 40 |
800 |
133 |
80 |
|
20 x 60 |
1200 |
200 |
120 |
|
30 x 30 |
900 |
150 |
90 |
|
30 x 40 |
1200 |
200 |
120 |
|
30 x 60 |
1800 |
300 |
180 |
|
40 x 40 |
1600 |
266 |
160 |
|
40 x 60 |
2400 |
400 |
240 |
|
40 x 100 |
4000 |
667 |
400 |
|
40 x 120 |
4800 |
800 |
480 |
Additional Considerations:
- All exits must be clear.
- Food preparation, cooking, and cleanup areas require additional space.
- Some caterers prefer a separate tent for staging these activities.
- No grilling in tents. The smoke odor permeates the tent fabric.
- Staking requires space outside the tent perimeter.
- Covered walks (marquees) may be appropriate between cooking and service areas and main tents or parking area and main tents.
Obtaining Permits
Special Occasion Rentals "Turn-Key Tenting"
Tenting may require a permit. Permits are obtained though the town building inspection office, usually located in the town hall. Our Event Specialists will be happy to assist you with this process.
Rates
Permit fees vary depending on the town and our degree of involvement. Please inquire with your Event Specialist about the charge for your permit requirements. When a permit is needed the following items are required:
- Copy of certificate of flame resistance, provided by Special Occasion Rentals.
- Copy of the reservation with Special Occasion Rentals
Our Event Specialists will assist you when other requirements are needed.