5 All Season Decor Ideas for Wedding Tent Rentals
Planning your wedding is an exciting time. There is so much to plan, figure out, and decorate! There are so many things to pick from, and this includes tent rentals. Wedding tents are great all year round, as long as they are decorated and planned for properly, so here are some details to keep in mind when decorating those party rentals for your big day.
Planning your wedding is an exciting time. There is so much to plan, figure out, and decorate! There are so many things to pick from, and this includes tent rentals. Wedding tents are great all year round, as long as they are decorated and planned for properly. So, here are some details to keep in mind when decorating those party rentals for your big day.
1. Add some hanging garlands
Instead of having large centerpieces on each table, consider hanging garlands of ivy all around your tent. You can put some contrasting flowers in them that match your wedding colors, and you can even place the garlands around chandeliers and lighting fixtures.
2. Family style seating
Consider using long, family style tables instead of smaller tables that only hold a few people. Not only will this make everyone mingle and have a good time, you will have more room for dancing!
3. Have a hanging cake
A great way to put your cake on display is to install a hanging table somewhere in your tent. Without even trying, this will make your cake stand out while giving your guests ample room to gather around for the cake cutting ceremony.
4. Incorporate geometric metal
Metal offers a nice juxtaposition with hanging greenery. Think brushed silver or bronze chairs, cutlery, and tables for a really interesting vibe that will look great against a lush background of flowers.
5. Drape fabric
Flowers aren't really your style? No worries-- go for draped fabric at different heights all around your tent. It will create an airy, pleasant vibe for any outdoor reception. You can even put fairy lights on display for extra lighting during the night.
In order to make sure these decorating tips work, it is crucial to invest in the right size tent rentals.
Need some decorating ideas for your big day? Contact our professionals today and we'll help you get started.
A Month By Month Guide to Planning Your Wedding: Part 1
So you are recently engaged, and it is time to plan your big day! This is such an exciting time, but it can be incredibly overwhelming if you are not properly organized. According to the Knot's 2014 Real Weddings Study, the average length of an engagement is 14 months This gives the couple a little bit more than a year to plan their wedding, which may seem like an ample amount of time, but this goes by very fast! To prevent you from missing important details during this time here is a comprehensive wedding planning guide that will help your day go smoothly.
So you are recently engaged, and it is time to plan your big day! This is such an exciting time, but it can be incredibly overwhelming if you are not properly organized. According to the Knot's 2014 Real Weddings Study, the average length of an engagement is 14 months This gives the couple a little bit more than a year to plan their wedding, which may seem like an ample amount of time, but this goes by very fast! To prevent you from missing important details during this time here is a comprehensive wedding planning guide that will help your day go smoothly.
14 months to nine months before the big day:
1. Keep a wedding notebook and binder so you can put all of your inspiration in one, easy to find place.
2. Establish a budget and stick to it. You will want to make a budget as soon as possible so you don't fall in love with expensive details down the road.
3. Start the guest list. While this doesn't have to be complete, you should at least be able to establish a good idea of how many people you want there.
4. Choose your bridal party. Ask your bridesmaids as soon as you are engaged, so you will have more hands on deck for the planning process!
5. Pick your date.
6. Determine if you want an inside or outside reception -- decide if you need to rent a tent, and figure out if you can afford everything that comes with it including wedding linen rentals, special wedding chairs, and all the centerpieces are in your budget.
7. Have an engagement party. If anything, this would be a great place to get ideas and inspiration.
Eight to six months before the big day:
1. Hire the photographer and videographer.
2. Buy your wedding dress -- we know, the most exciting part!
3. Start planning the honeymoon to find the best prices.
4. Send out save the date cards.
5. Choose your florist and all the floral arrangements.
6. Decide on your color scheme for the big day, including everything and anything concerning your tent rentals.
7. Go over details with your officiant.
From wedding linen rentals to bridesmaid dresses, there is so much to plan for a wedding. Keep your eyes out for the continuation of our list in the next few weeks!
Secrets Your Wedding Planner Wants You to Know : Part 2
In our last piece, we shared some tips and tricks that wedding planners wished couples knew before their big day. So before you sign on the dotted line, read this list!
In our last piece, we shared some tips and tricks that wedding planners wished couples knew before their big day. So before you sign on the dotted line, read this list!
Don't expect a Pinterest-perfect wedding
Pinterest is a great place to get ideas for your wedding and to connect with other brides, but do not expect everything to come out exactly as it looks on the site. There are a lot of hidden factors that go into those pictures (hint: Photoshop), and while your wedding planner will try their best, it might not look exactly the way you imagined. Instead, it is a good idea to go over a theme and a vision with your wedding planner so they can create a custom look for you.
Doing business with friends isn't always the best idea
It isn't a good idea to mix your friendship and your wedding. After all, if something doesn't go the way you'd like, you will have that mistake looming over your entire friendship. Even if your best friend is an amazing chef, that doesn't mean they should cater the wedding. Rather, take the advice of your wedding planner and use one of their professional recommendations.
Rent instead of buy
The number one trick to cutting wedding costs is utilizing wedding rentals effectively. There are plenty of variables you must think about with party rentals, from wedding tent rentals to finding linens that match your centerpieces. Always rent a tent instead of buying one, as you'll only be using it a few times a year. Same goes with wedding chairs, tables, drink ware, and even centerpieces. To save even more money, make sure you get all of these wedding essentials from the same vendor.
Plan extra time to eat and get ready
Brides and grooms often forget to leave enough time to get ready or to eat. Make sure you schedule in about an hour extra for hair and makeup. Also, don't forget to plan a time and place for snacks for the wedding party so no one gets hangry during pictures.
Keep the phone away
You'll have the rest of your life to relive your wedding day, so you need to be 100% in the moment during the day at all times! Take a step back and look at everyone around you celebrating your love, and then leave the selfies and social media updates for another time. Remember: it's your photographer's job to make you look absolutely perfect; it's your job to have the time of your life.
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Secrets Your Wedding Planner Wants You to Know ; Part 1
Planning your wedding can be stressful, from picking out the colors of wedding chairs to corralling your bridesmaids all into one place at one same time. This is where a wedding planner can come in. A professional wedding planner will be able to handle all the details you don't want to deal with, as who wants to choose party rentals or hire a bartender or remember to coordinate centerpieces when you have a wedding dress to pick out?
Planning your wedding can be stressful, from picking out the colors of wedding chairs to corralling your bridesmaids all into one place at one same time. This is where a wedding planner can come in. A professional wedding planner will be able to handle all the details you don't want to deal with, as who wants to choose party rentals or hire a bartender or remember to coordinate centerpieces when you have a wedding dress to pick out?
But, there are some things a wedding planner won't tell you. Here we've compiled a list so nothing gets forgotten on your big day.
Don't forget the tax
It is important to remember that the prices listed on your catering or bar menu aren't the end prices. There is always tax, service charges, and potential transportation fees that have to be considered, so do not be surprised when your end bill is higher than expected.
Your flowers will cost you a pretty penny
Chances are, the flowers you are looking to purchase aren't grown locally. They most likely have to be flown in from an international destination which can hike their prices up even more. Plus, the extra cost of vases and bouquet assembly isn't always included.
Outdoor events are always, always risky
If you have your heart set on an outdoor event, make sure to rent a tent or at least have one on reserve. Everyone will remember the gorgeous outdoor atmosphere you have created with a wedding tent, and you'll have shelter in case rain decides to try and ruin your day.
Don't forget seating
Never cut corners when it comes to seating. You don't want your guests to feel as if they are packed into your tent like sardines, so it is important you get the right sized wedding chairs and leave ample space. For perspective, if cathedral type seating is being used, allow about eight square feet per person in your tent rental.
Use your initials instead
As tempting as it may be to engrave everything with the words bride and groom, it makes better sense to use your initials or your new last name instead. This way you can reuse these pieces and they won't be collecting dust in your china cabinet.
Keep your eyes peeled for more secrets!
Big, Beautiful 2017 Wedding Trends to Keep an Eye Out For
The new year is almost here, and it is time to say goodbye to boho brides, mismatched bridesmaids, and mason jars as far as the eye can see. Instead, it is time for a whole new lineup of wedding trends in 2017. Read on to learn more about the most popular wedding trends of the new year.
2017 is here, and it is time to say goodbye to boho brides, mismatched bridesmaids, and mason jars as far as the eye can see. Instead, it is time for a whole new lineup of wedding trends in 2017. Read on to learn more about the most popular wedding trends of the new year.
Color, color everywhere
For the past couple of years, muted and neutral color palettes were all the rage. But in 2017, brides will be splashing their weddings and receptions with color everywhere and anywhere. It won't be just one color, either. Rather, there will be a whole abundance of color from different shades of the main theme, accompanied by lighting fixtures, bountiful centerpieces, and wedding linen rentals in more shades than just white.
Destination weddings
Even though The Knot reports that the average number of wedding guests is around 136 people, this number may be drastically lower for those that want a wedding away. In fact, limiting the guest list is a popular reason to choose a destination wedding in the first place. Not only are tropical escapes still a popular choice to get married, more wedding planners are helping their clients tie the knot in exotic destinations such as Iceland and Italy.
Virtual planning
Now that more Millennials are getting married, virtual wedding planners are all the rage. This includes wedding planning apps that give brides and grooms satisfaction at the touch of a button.
Renting
Speaking of Millennials, weddings are becoming all about saving money, which is why wedding rentals are such a big deal nowadays. Instead of purchasing expensive decor, more couples are relying on affordable wedding rentals such as wedding chairs, chic tent rentals, centerpieces, and linens.
Look up
A guest at a 2017 wedding will be looking up, up, and away at the weddings. A huge trend coming up in the new year are centerpieces coming down from the ceiling and floral arrangements scaling the walls and top of the wedding tents. This vertical impact will certainly pack a punch.
Never ending food
The days of a sit down dinner are over; instead, prepare your guests for a never ending feast of food. We're talking cocktail appetizers, hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinners, late night savory snacks, and dessert feasts fit for a king (and queen).
With these up and coming 2017 wedding trends in mind, your wedding is sure to be one for the history books Pinterest boards!
3 Trends to Try For Winter Weddings
Despite the fact that June continues to be the most popular month to get married, more couples are opting for winter weddings. Although this season may have its difficulties, it can also be the most magical and picturesque time to tie the knot. And while you may not want to rent a tent for a wedding in the wintertime, you aren't limited in your celebrations. Here are three trends that will make any winter wedding the talk of the season.
Despite the fact that June continues to be the most popular month to get married, more couples are opting for winter weddings. Although this season may have its difficulties, it can also be the most magical and picturesque time to tie the knot. And while you may not want to rent a tent for a wedding in the wintertime, you aren't limited in your celebrations. Here are three trends that will make any winter wedding the talk of the season.
Be natural
Just because outdoor events aren't practical doesn't mean you can't use what's outside. One of the best parts of any wedding is being able to incorporate seasonal elements into decorations and themes. Flowers may not be in bloom, but that doesn't mean you have to count out the outdoors. Bring the best parts of natural winter beauty indoors! You can use berries and vegetation in your bouquets and flower arrangements. Utilize branches or pine cones to decorate your wedding tables. You can even create garlands or table runners from what you find outside. Ditch the flower crown for one made out of pine switches and leaves.Sparkle and shine
More than any time of year, winter is ideal for using sparkle and shine. One way to do this is by adding a little shimmer to your wedding tables. Opt for sequined overlays on top of your wedding linen rentals. Make sure your wedding dress has some sparkle in the form of a belt, a bolero, or in your jewelry or shoes. Fake snow or silver confetti can make for a beautiful entrance. Dress your bridesmaids in rich jewel tones. Hang twinkly string lights and light candles to create a winter wonderland.Add warmth
It's the winter, so create a welcome escape for your guests. Hot chocolate bars have become increasingly popular in recent years. They're a great supplement to traditional coffee and tea, or could be used in conjunction with a dessert bar. If you want to serve a sit-down meal, remember that you should allow at least 15 square feet per person. If your guests want to cozy up closer, they can! Serve items like comforting soups, flaky pastries, and seasonal produce. Don't forget to warm yourself and your bridal party up, too. You might want to wear a unique long-sleeved wedding dress and velvet shoes or provide fetching faux furs, especially when it's time to take the wedding photos. By adding warm elements, you'll be long-remembered for hosting a fun and relaxing event during a chilly season.
Want to find out more about how we can help make your winter wedding a success? Our rentals for wedding tables, table linens, chairs, and carpets can set your event apart for all the right reasons. Contact us today to learn more!
Winter Wedding Dos and Don'ts to Follow This Season
The weather is getting colder, but that doesn't mean that your wedding needs to be put on the back burner until the sunny days of spring! According to the Knot, the second most popular month to get married is October, and we believe there are many benefits to getting married during the colder months.
The weather is getting colder, but that doesn't mean that your wedding needs to be put on the back burner until the sunny days of spring! According to the Knot, the second most popular month to get married is October, and we believe there are many benefits to getting married during the colder months.
However, if you are planning on hosting an outdoor event during the winter, there are some things you need to be concerned about, from your wedding rentals to ensuring your guests don't get too cold! So we have compiled a list of some winter wedding do's and don'ts to follow. Here's how to make sure your winter wonderland wedding goes off without a hitch.
Do choose what dresses you'd like
There is no rule stating that you have to dress your bridesmaids -- and yourself!-- in thick, heavy fabrics just because it's wintertime. Go with whatever fabric and you and your bridesmaids decide on, after all, there are always cardigans and jackets you can use to make everyone warm for the pictures!
Don't be afraid of color
Many brides believe that just because it is cold outside that they have to settle with a muted or dark color scheme for the event. Don't hold your creativity back; choose whatever color you'd like! This goes for your wedding linen rentals and wedding tents as well. Feel free to experiment with color on every surface, because you'll want to create a bright environment.
Do be cozy
Even if you decide to go with bright colors in your ceremony and reception wedding tents, go the extra step and create a cozy environment with lush, luxe fabrics. These components don't have to be everywhere, and can simply be a velvet ribbon tied around your wedding chairs, chenille pillows at lounge areas, or fur rugs under the tables.
Don't let your guests freeze!
It can be easy to get carried away during your big day, but it is important you don't leave your guests outside to freeze! This includes making arrangements for your receiving line to be indoors and to ensure there is a place for them to go during cocktail hour while you are taking pictures.
With these tips in mind, go enjoy your winter wonderland wedding day!
5 Important Details to Remember When Planning Your Wedding
The average length of an engagement is around 14 months. This means that the average couple has a little over a year to plan their wedding, which for some seems like a lot of time. However, this time can fly by when you are concentrating on your wedding rentals, flower arrangements, and bridesmaid dresses. In order to prevent forgetting an important detail, here is a list of five wedding details to make sure not to forget!
The average length of an engagement is around 14 months. This means that the average couple has a little over a year to plan their wedding, which for some seems like a lot of time. However, this time can fly by when you are concentrating on your wedding rentals, flower arrangements, and bridesmaid dresses. In order to prevent forgetting an important detail, here is a list of five wedding details to make sure not to forget!
1. Having a plan for bad weather.
We all know the stress, you plan a gorgeous outside ceremony only to find out that it is going to rain on your big day. Bypass this by investing in wedding tent rentals to protect your guests from the weather. These wedding tents come typically come with your choice of wedding chairs and linens, so you are able to fully customize every detail.
2. Knowing when the sun will set.
This is important for picture taking, as some of the best shots are done during dusk. You don't want to miss out and have to go inside for pictures, so let your photographer know ahead of time the estimated time of sunset.
3. Providing extra seating at your ceremony.
People may not like to sit right next to each other, so it is always a good idea to set up a few extra chairs during the ceremony. Plus, it will give your guests room to spread out so they are comfortable the entire time.
4. Transporting the bridal party.
Depending on your plans, you may have the bridal party go to the venue at a different time than the bride and groom. Make sure you have a reliable mode of transport for both them and you, so no one gets left behind!
5. Ask about possibly extending the reception time.
No one wants to have to check their watch for the entire reception, just to usher everyone out of their wedding rentals at a specific time. It never hurts to ask the owners if they are willing to be flexible about the end time of the event, and if the DJ and photographer have an hourly rate in case the party goes longer than expected.
Keep these simple tips in mind to have a wedding that goes on without a hitch!
Festive Fall Wedding Decorating Ideas
An outdoor fall wedding is incredibly romantic. Getting married surrounded by fall colors and multiple fall accessories -- think pumpkins, apples, and berries -- is perfect for any wedding, no matter the theme! Here are some fall wedding decorating ideas that will help spruce up your wedding rentals.
An outdoor fall wedding is incredibly romantic. Getting married surrounded by fall colors and multiple fall accessories -- think pumpkins, apples, and berries -- is perfect for any wedding, no matter the theme! Here are some fall wedding decorating ideas that will help spruce up your wedding rentals.
Use twigs, logs, and branches to your advantage
You can easily make adorable centerpieces with bundles of twigs and leaves tied together with twine. Want to go further? Use a thick branch and cut holes in it that will fit tealights or pillar candles, and you will have a gorgeous, albeit free, centerpiece that is sure to make a statement once the sun goes down.
Use pumpkins
Fall is the time for pumpkins, so don't be afraid to use them! Orange will cheer up stark white wedding linen rentals and wedding tables, so incorporate these orange gourds everywhere. You can use miniature pumpkins as name and table markers or even favors. They can be used as centerpieces, or on the posts at the end of each row of wedding chairs during the ceremony. The options truly are endless!
Incorporate fall colors without being too overwhelming
Just because your wedding rentals are white doesn't mean your entire reception has to be! You can incorporate some fall colors into your interior design easily without feeling too overwhelmed. Pick a color, or a scheme of colors such as burnt orange, rust, and copper and have small touches of it throughout the tent. Ideas include a ribbon of red fabric that is tied around each chair, orange leaves in the center piece, and copper chandeliers.
Choose your tent rental depending on the look you are trying to achieve
Keep in mind that there are two basic styles of tents: framed tents and pole tents. Depending on a number of guests you will have and the look you're going for, there will be a specific tent to suit your vision. You can also use a clear tent for your guests to enjoy the scenery if you are hosting your reception in a scenic area.
Use fall leaves on your wedding arch
This will be especially stunning if you are getting married outside! Collect as many leaves as you can and make sure they vary in color, and you will have a gorgeous arch to get married under. For an extra impact, have the flower girl scatter leaves instead of petals!
Go ahead and use these tips to plan your perfect fall wedding!
How to Set Up The Perfect Wedding Tablescape
There are hundreds of details to attend to at a wedding, from the wedding linen rentals, the flower girl's dress, a well-executed rehearsal dinner, and wedding flooring rentals. In the flurry of minor details, it can sometimes be easy to forget that a wedding is also a great opportunity to express your creativity and truly go all out with an idea. After all, how often do you get the chance to host huge outdoor events like this?
There are hundreds of details to attend to at a wedding, from the wedding linen rentals, the flower girl's dress, a well-executed rehearsal dinner, and wedding flooring rentals. In the flurry of minor details, it can sometimes be easy to forget that a wedding is also a great opportunity to express your creativity and truly go all out with an idea. After all, how often do you get the chance to host huge outdoor events like this?
Since your guests will spend a large part of their night sitting at their tables, creating a beautiful tablescape is a great way to impress them and keep them posting pictures with your night's hashtag all over them. Check out some of the tips below to create some truly beautiful table arrangements for your wedding reception:
The Base
All successful tablescapes must first start with a table, obviously. When you are arranging the rental of wedding tables, decide whether you want to go for rectangular or round, as the shape of your wedding tables will determine the way your centerpieces come together. This goes for your wedding linens, too -- make sure they go with your color scheme or settle for classic black or white to make your centerpiece really pop.
Think Outside of the Box
Choose quirky elements to include on your wedding tables that reflect your unique personality and the special vibe you want to bring to the whole event. For instance, instead of a flower arrangement, you can use potted plants ( these can also double as party favors). Consider enlisting a local artist to make decorative centerpieces out of paper or plants.
Think Practically
Big, dramatic centerpieces might be nice in theory, but if they prevent your guests from talking to the people across the table from them, it might not be such a great idea. Make your tablescapes a point of conversation, not a hindrance to them.
Whether your have 136 wedding guests (the national average) or 20 good friends gathered around one table, take advantage of the opportunity to create a beautiful arrangement for your guests to enjoy.
Project Spotlight - Tent Museum
Did you know the hottest new experience in Manhattan is a tent?
Did you know that a museum can be in a tent? This unusual museum was a multisensory experience designed to evoke feelings by sight, sound, scent, and feeling. Its exterior changed color based on sentiments shared on social media. Inside, each room is designed to make you feel energetic, joyful, optimistic, exhilarated, or calm by turns. It was located in Lower Manhattan along the Hudson River, across the street from the World Trade Center.
To create this unique space, Event Resources and https://www.taittowers.com/ contacted Tents For Rent to discuss partnering for this one-of-a-kind event. The idea was to create a cube-like structure instead of a traditional tent. The Palas, a new tent design from the German company, Losberger, fit the bill. Selecting a structure was only the first of many challenges:
The Palas needed to be customized, reengineered, manufactured, and shipped from Germany--all in less than six weeks.
Mere weeks before installation was to begin, no location in Manhattan had been found to host the event.
After a space was found, it was too small to install the tent, while still allowing space for a fire lane. To do this, we worked with Tait to build custom spacers to allow the tent to move up the steps, and out of the fire lane.
On the day before installation began, the engineers realized that larger plates were needed to distribute the weight of the concrete ballast and avoid damage to the subway. Tait crews worked around the clock to manufacture new plates, and saved the day. The Tents For Rent crew shifted their already tight schedule to accommodate this change.
After the Tents For Rent crew began measuring the space to install the tent, they discovered that the site drawing was slightly inaccurate. The position of the tent needed to be shifted again to accommodate the fire lane.
The work area was confined to a fenced-in area that was only slightly larger than the footprint of the tent.
For most of the installation, equipment had to be delivered by straight truck since semi trucks could not access the site.
Two guards escorted each delivery truck, to protect pedestrians.
Due to the height of the eaves, each arch had to be constructed and raised before the next arch could be assembled.
In spite of all these challenges, the tent was completed on time for the installation of a raised floor, lighting, scenery and heating. Special thanks to Losberger, Tait Towers, Event Resources, and the Tents For Rent team for working together to make this event a success.
Project Specs:
Tent size: 49' x 114' x 22' tall
Concrete ballast: 140 blocks and a total of over 250,000 pounds
Installation time: 5 days
Location: Brookfield Place in Lower Manhattan across from the World Trade Center
Tent and ballast delivery trucks: 15
10 Tips and Tricks That Will Make Planning an Outdoor Wedding Simple and Easy
Having a wedding in the great outdoors can be absolutely stunning, with the right landscape, the stars shining at night, and the beautiful weather, it can be hard not to swoon! Of course, that's the best case outdoor wedding scenario.
Having a wedding in the great outdoors can be absolutely stunning, with the right landscape, the stars shining at night, and the beautiful weather, it can be hard not to swoon! Of course, that's the best case outdoor wedding scenario.
There are a lot of things to worry about when planning a wedding -- especially outside! -- so we've complied a list of some tips and tricks to abide by when planning your outdoor wedding. From wedding tent rentals to handling the weather, here is everything you should know before planning your big day.
1. Rules and permits. It is important to understand completely what kind of rules you need to abide by before you plan anything. Even if you'd like to get married in a simple park, there may be more regulations you have to worry about, especially if you are considering finding wedding tents for rent.
2. Think of your guest's comfort. Make sure to provide your guests with heaters, fans, well-lit paths to the restrooms, citronella candles in the summer, and plenty of room to both sit and move around in.
3. Once you have your guest count, you can figure out the number of square feet that you will need in your wedding tent rentals. Take your number of guests times 15 square feet for seating at tables, six square feet for standing areas, and eight square feet per person for the wedding ceremony itself.
4. Discuss the weather with your photographer before the ceremony so you can plan accordingly. It is important to figure out where the sun will be so you are not stuck in the shade or squinting into the sun in your pictures.
5. Don't forget the seasonal essentials, which can include sunscreen, an umbrella, scarves, and jackets.
6. Ensure your decor can withstand strong breezes. You'll also want sturdy wedding tables and chairs so nothing is blowing over during the ceremony and ruining the mood.
7. If your wedding is large, you may need some audio visual equipment so your guests can hear you.
8. Make sure your guests are notified ahead of time about appropriate footwear for your venue. High heels and grass don't usually mix.
9. If you're choosing to do wedding pamphlets/brochures at each table, attach them to a stick to make sure they don't blow away. This also doubles as a fan for hotter days.
10. Keep older and younger guests in mind when choosing how far away your venue is from parking and bathroom facilities.
Follow these tips and tricks to have a beautiful wedding day that will go off without a hitch!
3 Ideas For Fun Outdoor Fall Parties
The summer is by no means over quite yet, but you can almost smell the pumpkin spice lattes of fall. From the appearance of winter squash and beets in the farmer's market, to a slight nip in the morning air, we all know that the blazing orange sun of summer is making way for the vibrant hues of fall. And what better way to celebrate than by throwing a party?
The summer is by no means over quite yet, but you can almost smell the pumpkin spice lattes of fall. From the appearance of winter squash and beets in the farmer's market, to a slight nip in the morning air, we all know that the blazing orange sun of summer is making way for the vibrant hues of fall. And what better way to celebrate than by throwing a party?
Hosting an outdoor event is a great way to get people together to enjoy nature and the open sky before everyone retreats inside against the winds of winter.
Here are some ideas for outdoor events in the autumn:
Fall Arts Competition
The craft potential for the fall is monumental -- think colorful leaf crafts, and nature collages. What better way to gather friends, family, and your community than to host a crafting event under a backyard party tent? Create tiers for the competition so that the little kids, bigger kids, teens, and adults can all enter different judging brackets, and when it's all over, make sure to display the crafts and art in local businesses, at school, or your homes.
Musician Showcase
The crisp outdoors air in the fall begs for hot cider and music. Provide both, and folding chairs, to put on a relaxing event that welcomes in the new season and celebrates life, change, and the diversity of the season. Remember, if you arrange the seats to accommodate for a performance space and aisles, there should be 8 square feet per person.
Community Service Events
The fall is the last chance to pick up all the summer litter before the winter snows cover them up and push them even farther into the soil. Get together a bunch of people, rent a tent to rally and serve everyone hot chocolate and snacks under, and get a group effort going to clean up the neighborhood in time for the holiday season.
There are tons of other outdoor events ideas for the fall, from beautiful wedding receptions (the second most popular month to get married is October), to harvest parties. Get into the swing of the season by renting a tent and celebrating with those you love.
Are you looking for an exciting job?
Why not join the tent installer team at Tents For Rent?
Are you looking for an exciting, challenging job? Do you need to escape the 8-5 grind? How would you like to work outdoors? Do you want to earn plenty of overtime? Do you want to create the canvas for people’s lifelong memories?
Then why not join the tent installer team at Tents For Rent? We deliver and install tents at a wide range of locations. The work consists of a mix of working at the warehouse loading trucks, driving to the job site and installing tents. We have a very productive culture. Here at Tents For Rent, our commitments are important. We won’t tell a bride that we’ll be a day late delivering the tent for her wedding. Weather changes. Schedules shift. So, it’s important to be flexible. The work is physically intense. So slackers need not apply.
Do you have what it takes?
1. Integrity
2. Passion for excellence
3. Willingness to serve customers and coworkers
4. Great attitude
If you do, go to http://tentsforrent.com/employment .
Rain on Your Wedding Day? No Worries! You've Got a Rental Tent!
Planning a wedding is stressful. Between booking a venue, hiring a DJ, picking out centerpieces, establishing seating arrangements, and actually getting married forever, there's a lot to think about. And when you’re planning an outdoor wedding, well, things get a whole lot more complicated.
Planning a wedding is stressful. Between booking a venue, hiring a DJ, picking out centerpieces, establishing seating arrangements, and actually getting married forever, there's a lot to think about. And when you’re planning an outdoor wedding, well, things get a whole lot more complicated.
You can’t control the weather, but you can prepare for it. It is for this reason that renting a tent for you outdoor wedding is absolutely essential.
The Benefits of Wedding Tent Rentals
Renting a tent is cost effective: If you’re lucky, you’ll only get married once. It makes no sense to purchase a tent that you won’t use again, which is why it is much more cost effective to rent a tent for a wedding than to buy one. And instead of renting a venue, you can pitch a tent on any available plot of land.
Wedding tents come in various styles: Your wedding is your special day. You have every last detail planned out and everything must be in line with how you envisioned your wedding. When you work with a wedding rental company, you can select a tent that suits your unique needs; it does not have to be generic or in contrast to your picture-perfect vision. There are two styles of tent: frame tents and pole tents. As for what your tent is made of, your two best options are polyester or vinyl.
There are a number of different sizes: One of the most important factors to consider when choosing between wedding tent rentals is the number of wedding guests you anticipate. To get a rough idea of the square footage required, multiply the number of guests by 15 square feet for tables, six square feet for standing area, two or three square feet for the dance area, and 25 square feet for the head table. According to a recent study, the average number of wedding guests is 136 people, but it is wise to account for late RSVPs and unexpected guests. It is better to be generous with the size of the tent guestimate, because you don’t want your guests feeling cramped.
Renting is convenient: Arguably the greatest advantage to renting a tent is the convenience. You have enough to worry about when it comes to your big day. When you hire a wedding tent rental company, you won’t have to worry about things like set-up and storage. Most companies will take care of these things for you.
Rain or shine, your outdoor wedding will undoubtedly be a beautiful occasion. All you need to do is book your wedding tent rental today.
What Happens When It Rains on a Party Tent?
For many brides, the thought of rain on your wedding day isn't ironic, as Alanis Morissette famously sang, but downright terrifying. When you've spent a year planning the best day of your life, a sudden storm can throw the entire day into disarray. Not only do stormclouds make outdoor weddings difficult, but they can make it impossible to take those once-in-a-lifetime wedding pictures as well.
For many brides, the thought of rain on your wedding day isn't ironic, as Alanis Morissette famously sang, but downright terrifying. When you've spent a year planning the best day of your life, a sudden storm can throw the entire day into disarray. Not only do stormclouds make outdoor weddings difficult, but they can make it impossible to take those once-in-a-lifetime wedding pictures as well.
Some brides-to-be also mistakenly believe that outdoor party tents are dangerous in the rain. But while claustrophobic people may get nervous in party tents, and while rain on your wedding day is no fun at all, the best party tents for rent can withstand rainstorms. In fact, that's the entire reason renting a tent for outdoor events is so popular in the first place!
For more information on outdoor events, tent rentals, and rain, check out our popular video, "What if it rains on my wedding day?" below, and keep reading for more tips on tents for rent and rainy weather.
Tents don't just provide a touch of elegance to outdoor events, they also provide crucial protection from the sun, rain, and inclement weather.
How To Prepare For Rain When Planning Outdoor Parties?
There are a number of technical considerations that go into renting a tent. According to a 2014 survey from The Knot, the average wedding had 136 guests. Once you have a guestimate of the number of guests at your wedding, you can calculate the size of the tent you need. For instance, plan on 15 square feet per guest if you have seating at tables; eight-square feet per guest for chairs only; 25-square feet for your head table; and six-square feet for a cocktail area. Most importantly, you'll need to add two or three square feet for your dance area!
However, while you should feel free to fantasize about the perfect wedding day, you should also plan for some complications. The Knot also reports that the most popular wedding month is June (15% of all weddings), followed by October (14%). Here in the Northeast, there's a fair chance of rain in both months, so you'll want to make sure your party tent isn't set up in an area that collects runoff water.
If you're feeling confused, then just ask us for help with these decisions. And there are a few more simple things you can do to prepare for rain on your wedding day:
Before renting a tent, ask about side walls for your tent in case of wind or rain. Do your guests have to walk far from the parking area to the outdoor event? If so, consider providing umbrellas or some kind of flooring to help them stay dry (and to keep high heels from sinking into the mud!).
Most importantly, only work with the best tent rental company you can find!
If you have any concerns about your party rentals and outdoor event when renting a tent, your provider should be happy to answer questions and put your mind at ease. Not all wedding tents for rent are created equally, so take the time to make sure you're working with the right company, whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, or graduation party.
Tents Aren't Just for Camping Anymore: How to Make Your Outdoor Event Stand Out
With summer just around the corner, the number of outdoor events and parties is going to skyrocket. There may be so many, in fact, that you'll probably be inspired to plan your own! Whether it's a wedding, corporate party, or just a relaxing event for your friends, the great outdoors is calling. But with so many other outdoor events going on, how can you make yours unique and memorable? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
With summer just around the corner, the number of outdoor events and parties is going to skyrocket. There may be so many, in fact, that you'll probably be inspired to plan your own! Whether it's a wedding, corporate party, or just a relaxing event for your friends, the great outdoors is calling. But with so many other outdoor events going on, how can you make yours unique and memorable? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Rent a backyard party tent
You can always choose between purchasing and renting a tent, but if you're only using it three or four times a year, it may be best to rent. Not only are tent rentals an affordable option for any outdoor event, they're a great way to ensure that your party will go on, regardless of weather conditions. Tents can be a welcome relief from the hot sun, and can even be ordered with side panels to block out the wind and rain on cooler days.
Decorate your space
What are tented events without some cool furniture and decor? If you're planning a relaxing event for this summer, you may want lots of blankets and pillows strewn about to ensure a comfortable, yet cool, get together. Not only that but tents allow you to set up one to two days prior to your event, so you'll have plenty of time to decorate. Draping sheer fabric and string lights from the ceiling of the tent will give your party a warm look, and ensure that it can last through the evening and night!
Keep the seasons in mind
No matter what time of year it is, you want to make sure your tent can keep all of your guests comfortable. Since most weddings occur in June or October, you may be looking into either heating or cooling options. A summer tent may have open sides with simple drapes while an autumn tent might have sturdier side panels and heating fans to keep the chill out. In addition, you may want to provide your guests with hand fans or shawls, depending on the weather. Not only will this keep everyone comfortable, it can add a touch of style to your event.
No matter the occasion, it doesn't take much to take a relaxing event into the great outdoors while keeping it simple and stylish. What are you waiting for? Get planning today!
Is An Outdoor Venue Right For Your Wedding?
Spring is in the air. And while in Texas, where I live we had a mild winter, spring is always fun because the wildflowers bloom. And of course, there are always the thoughts of the beach and the fun time it brings.
Spring also marks the beginning of the wedding season, and if you are planning a wedding, then choosing a location is one of your first considerations.
Just the other day, I was walking with friends on the beach, and we walked by the public beach access where a bride and groom was gathering for a wedding with their families. You could tell this was a very special moment for them. The beach venue made it extra special. Here, couples often hold their weddings on the beach and people respect them and allow them to have their space.
What time of the year are you planning on having your wedding? The season and of course the weather along with they type of outdoor venue you select is going to play into the decision-making process. Maybe you have a large enough backyard, or maybe there is a public park or some other type of outdoor venue you want to use. The idea here is that there are many ways an outdoor wedding can help save you money.
There can be certain inconveniences or things that must be left out. In other words, there are pros and cons. You will be watching the weather for sure, but just think about how much fun an outdoor wedding could be. You have a decision to make, so you have to weigh out the differences between an indoor and an outdoor wedding and see what you come up with.
Though one way you can provide comfort to your guests. As well as provide some shelter in case of rain is to have tents. Tents provide shade for the guests in direct sunlight. And when you rent tents from a tent provider, these will be nice tents. Not the dusty camping tents your future in-laws have in their shed in the backyard.
The great thing about having tents is that you get to experience the outdoors without having to put everyone directly outside.
And you can set them up practically anywhere.
For example, at my cousin got married in his parent's spacious backyard. And by spacious, I mean 2 acres. It's built on the last piece of land that was the family farm. And he got married in late summer of Texas. When it was still warm but not exceptionally hot. And more importantly, we didn't have to worry about storms as much. In Temperature, March through May is the best times in Texas. But between the wind and consistent stormy weather, hard to plan for an outdoor wedding.
And they rented a giant tent to put all of the guests under so that we weren't under the direct glare of the setting Texas sun. And the altar was in the center. We all sat at tables so that we could visit before the ceremony. Then they got married and that is where we had the BBQ dinner reception.
I hope from this article you have gotten some ideas about how to choose to have an outdoor wedding. And see how a tent can help make it a nicer ceremony for your guests.
This is a guest post by Mark Wilcox of https://www.weddingintro.com where he shares more wedding planning tips.
3 Ideas for Upcoming Corporate Event Rentals
Tented events and corporate event rentals are our specialties at Tents For Rent. We believe every time of the year has opportunities to celebrate and show appreciation -- especially for employees -- at companies of all sizes. Outdoor events can be the perfect way to do this and with summer right around the corner, the time to start planning was yesterday.
Tented events and corporate event rentals are our specialties at Tents For Rent. We believe every time of the year has opportunities to celebrate and show appreciation -- especially for employees -- at companies of all sizes. Outdoor events can be the perfect way to do this and with summer right around the corner, the time to start planning was yesterday.
Determining the number of people who will attend and the appropriate amount of seating is one of the hardest things about the setup process for corporate event rentals. For starters, it's a good idea to allow eight square feet per chair if you're going to be having a speech or award ceremony of some kind.
Particulars aside, the first thing you have to decide on for corporate event rentals is what you will be celebrating. Here are a couple of ideas to celebrate and boost company morale, increase productivity, and ultimately show appreciation for the people who make your company what it is.
Company Picnic: A simple company picnic for employee appreciation is one of the best ways to show you care. Not only does it give your employees a chance to enjoy a relaxing event outside, but it's also a lot easier to put on than you probably think! Let us handle your corporate event rentals, including chairs, tents, and tables. All you'll have to do is find a caterer.
Memorial Day: Memorial Day is an under-celebrated holiday in this country. It is a day for honoring those who have died to give every other American the opportunity to do whatever it is they're doing today. While technically a federal holiday that should be observed regardless, it's a great idea to celebrate by providing food, drinks, and perhaps even some sort of memorization of what the day stands for.
Fourth of July: Another important holiday to the history and future of the U.S. is the Fourth of July. What better way to celebrate the birth of America than at the company/business that was made possible because of it
Depending on your event's size, function, and preferences, there are two basic styles of tents: frame tents and pole tents. Check out all our options and get started on your corporate event rentals today.
Do Tents Come with Sidewalls?
All of our tents can have their sidewalls either open or closed. The price for most tents includes the matching sidewall for free.
This article is part of a series of posts with further explanation on many of our frequently asked questions.
We get this question or a variation of it often:
- Do you rent canopies (without sidewalls)?
- How much extra do sidewalls cost?
- Are the sidewalls easy to install?
- Can the sidewalls be rolled up?
In this post, I'll answer all of those questions. All of our tents can have their sidewalls either open or closed. The price for most tents includes the matching sidewall for free. You can also add clear or cathedral window walls for an extra fee.
When we deliver the tent, our installation crew can install some of the walls, install all of the walls or leave them onsite in case you need to install them later. The walls are designed to be attached or removed, not rolled up. If you have any further questions about tent walls, please contact us.