How big should the party tent be?
How big should the party tent be?
There are many advantages to renting a party tent such as plenty of space, fresh air, and easy cleanup, but how big should such a party tent be? It can be a larger guessing game to try, so we have gathered the best recommendations below.
The decoration of the party tent
One of the most crucial factors for how large a tent you need is the layout – both tables and equipment.
If you want traditional long tables, it is recommended to have at least 1 m2 per dining guest, so they can easily move around and sit comfortably during the meal. Long tables are an easy and efficient setup in your party tent and are the table arrangement that requires the fewest square meters.
If you choose round tables, which can create a really nice and different decor, you should calculate a minimum of 1.5 m2 per guest, as the round tables take up a lot of space. For round tables, a party tent with a minimum width of 6 meters is recommended, so guests can easily move around the tables.
For 45 dining guests, a tent of at least 5×10 meters is recommended, so that guests can move around comfortably in the tent when they need to go to and from their seats.
Additionally, you should consider whether you want buffet, gift table, sound system, or even a dance floor, which of course requires extra square meters. Whether you are 10 or 50 people in the party tent, it is therefore worth doing the math first with or without extra space for fun, so you can be sure that all guests can have a super good experience.
The location of the tent
In addition to the interior design, it is also important to consider the garden, terrace, or area of the space when choosing the size of the party tent.
If the weather is not on your side and it rains, it is important to account for 50 cm on each side of the tent’s sides to ensure that rain does not run into the tent. This way, you can be sure that the water flows away from the tent rather than into it. Similarly, it is also wise to position the party tent so that it does not disturb the surroundings, as a downpour can send larger amounts of water to areas around the tent than would otherwise occur.