The short answer to this question is, the larger the party tent – the more it is going to cost. Party tent (marquee) rental prices can also vary depending on what is included with deal. A lot of companies that hire party tents will have packages that include internal furniture (trestle tables, round tables and chairs). Party tent rentals could also include other items such as interior linings (drapes), a dance floor, lighting and heating. There are a couple of things to consider when deciding which party tent to rent.
DECIDING FACTORS WHEN RENTING A PARTY TENT…
1, How many people are attending the event?
This is the first things to consider. If you don’t know how many people are attending then you won’t be able to plan anything else. It might be an idea to get measured up for the party tent first. This way you will know how much space you will have available. Upon knowing this you can plan your party guest list around said space.
2, What type of party tent event are you planning?
Is the event a formal sit down occasion or is it an informal ‘everyone have a drink and dance’ party? Maybe you won’t need as much space as you thought you needed.
Formal events
If the event is formal then you need will need more space than informal. It’s a fact that seating arrangements take up space. Take into consideration space for people to do speeches. Also will serving staff have enough space to serve the food?
Informal events
Informal events are much easier to plan. You’re basically providing a space for people to go, enjoy each others company and have a good time. The main issue with this type of event is whether you are going to run out of supplies. Make sure you have stock piled on food and drink, just in case your guests are hungry, thirsty or both.
3, What time of year is your event?
It might sound like I am stating the obvious here. The time of the year will have an effect on which size you choose. In the summer you may just be using it for somewhere to shelter should there be a shower. In the winter you are almost certainly going to have to fit every guest inside the structure.
4, What is your budget?
Every event has a budget. Consider all the other costs on top of the party tent rental. The long and the short of it is how far do you want to go with the event. If it is a wedding then you will push the boat out more than if it were a birthday celebration. It can all snowball if you’re not careful. A spreadsheet is a good way to plan the event and make sure you don’t overspend.
5, Would it not be more cost-effective to buy a party tent?
If your event is a one-off then a party tent rental is definitely the right choice for you. However, are you the type of person that would have more gatherings but just don’t have the space? Maybe purchasing a party tent to keep would be a better option. The marquees are quite compact when they are dismantled. Which means they hardly need any storage space.
Conclusion…
Once you have considered the factors above, you will have a better idea of what you need with regard to party tent rental. A top tip from a professional in the industry, don’t be forced into having things included that you don’t need. I hear horror stories all the time about people being told that they need linings or crystal chandeliers. When the occasion is a wedding then yes, of course, you might need those items. If it for your 18-year-old to have a party because you don’t want them in the house then you won’t need items like that for certain.
If you would like a look at some example party packages from The Party Tent Company then click here. We also offer free advice on email or the telephone, there are no stupid questions when it comes to party tent rental, so get in touch. If on the other hand, you have decided that buying a structure would be more suitable, our sister company Gorilla Marquees™ provide marquee sales delivered to your door with full assembly instructions included.
