Party tents size are categorized by the width of the tent. Except for one piece tents, most tents can be lengthened by
adding mid-sections. Generally, wider tents that are shorter in length allow for better lay-outs than narrow long tents.
Vision, flow and entertainment is usually better with shorter length, wider tents. Of course your site may have
limitation on how wide and long of a tent many fit.
Every item that is to be used under the tent must be factored into the tent sizing (tent sizing guide). Space for buffet,
bars, entertainment, dance floors and specialty tables such as dining, cake, gift and greeting card must all be
considered. A common mistake is planning to place some items outside the tent or in other buildings, this is fine as
long as the weather is good. But if the weather is poor you may end up cramming bars and buffet lines under a tent
that is to small. It is usually better to allow space for all of what you need under one main tent.
Below is the most common tent widths used for party tents. The links have sample plans with different types of
seating arrangements and guests amounts. The most commonly used size for wedding receptions is the 40 foot
wide system. This system works great for wedding receptions with guest counts of 100 to 200 hundred guests.
Party Tent Sample Prints
Most prints on this website can be used with either pole or frame style tents (unless noted). Usually only minor
adjustments are needed when allowing for tent center poles.