The success of any outdoor event depends on three things: the weather, protection, and ambiance. What better way to achieve perfect conditions in all three than through a tent? So, if you are considering renting a tent this summer for whatever activity, you’ll need the best tents suited to your needs. To that end, here is a list of which tent rentals will work best for your next event.

Factors To Consider For A Tent Rental

The first step to take when selecting your tent rental is to first look at your event needs. In other words, you need to look at what kind of event you are hosting and determine if the size, structural integrity, and aesthetics will fit the event. For example, during a wedding, you typically have to go for a more elegant, soft, and pleasing aesthetics perfect for taking pictures in, such as a sailcloth tent or birthday party, which will require your tent to be colorful with drawings of cartoon characters and fun shapes hung around.

 

Another factor and a question a lot of rental services will ask you is just how many people will be attending, allowing the rental service to estimate the size and the number of tents that will be needed. Sometimes determining this number can be a hassle and it’s why some functions opt for simple pop-out tents and canopies that can be easily assembled and disassembled depending on the situation. Whatever function you are planning, the weather conditions will also inform your tent rental selection.  

Types of Tent Rentals

1. Canopies

If any tent rental service was asked what made canopies awesome, they would tell you that it is because they are cheap, convenient, portable, and quite easy to assemble and disassemble, allowing you to set them up in diverse terrains and weathers. All these wonderful features make canopies the go-to solution for medium-sized events like birthday parties, outdoor fairs, and casual gatherings. They can also be easily set up in your backyard, making them perfect for organizing events at your home.

2. Pole-Tents

Pole tents are easily customizable and might be the best option when it comes to structural integrity. These tents are usually supported by center poles and side poles, creating elegant peaks with unique shapes. This additional flair of elegance makes them well-patronized for activities like weddings, large birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, etc. As was stated above, pole tents are well-loved for their structural stability, allowing you to set up as much equipment and lighting like chandeliers, etc. But because they require staking into the ground, they are inapplicable in uneven or rough terrain and are best used on soft surfaces like grass.

3. Sailcloth Tents

Here’s another popular option for wedding ceremonies with its translucent sailcloth and elegant poles that all come together to create a dreamy and romantic look. But what’s best about sailcloth tents is the use of natural light. The fabrics are translucent to allow natural light to filter in during the day and allow the tent to be illuminated at night. Despite its most attractive feature being its aesthetic appeal and its synergy with nature, making it a wonderful option for scenic outdoor venues, it does renege on durability, being capable of withstanding winds and rain.

4. Clear Span Tents

Clear-span tents are probably the most expensive of all the options, but this is for a reason. Unlike the other tents, they are not supported by interior poles but rather by an aluminum frame, giving you a completely open and unobstructed space. The shift to aluminum frames means that while they are difficult to set up, they are more versatile and durable, boosting high structural strength. Their ability to withstand strong weather conditions, be set up anywhere, and diverse customization makes them the ideal tent for large-scale events, trade shows, exhibitions, and corporate functions.

5. Frame Tents

Frames tents are always the next best option because they combine the sturdiness of a clear-span tent with the elegance of pole tents, making them highly preferred by a lot of clients over a clear-span tent.  Frame tents are supported by a sturdy metal frame, removing the need for interior poles. This allows them to create an unobstructed interior space that allows you to see the entire event without issue. The stability of the frame means that it can be set up anywhere and is capable of supporting several accessories like windows and sidewalls, allowing you to customize them according to your needs.

Contact Baystate Tent To Make Your Next Tent Rental Seamless

While there are other options like the Marquee tent or the circus tent, the above are more commonplace. Setting up a canopy and ensuring that it is well suited to your needs requires the help of professionals. So if you need help finding the right canopy for your event in Massachusetts or New Hampshire, Baystate Tent has your back. Contact us today for the best tent rentals money can buy!