What a party and event tent is
A party tent is cover for guests with a bit of show to it. This range brings the marquees and printed gazebos together with tents made to be looked at: inflatable igloo domes lit from inside, a 10m spider arch for an entrance, a red and white candy cane tent for Christmas, and clear bubble domes. It also has lights to hang inside, so the tent and the lighting can be chosen in one place.
Inflatable domes, bubble tents, marquees and lights
- Inflatable domes and arches: a 4.5 by 4m dome with a built-in blower and colour-changing lights, igloo domes up to 10m across, a spider arch in sizes from 6 by 3m to 10 by 5m, and a 10 by 6m candy cane tent. See inflatable air tents.
- Clear bubble and transparent domes: a clear PVC bubble tent for 4 to 6 people in sizes from 180 by 180cm to 450 by 450cm, and a 180 by 130cm transparent dome for 2 or 3. See bubble tents.
- Marquees and party tents, including a 20 by 40ft party tent on a galvanised steel frame with side walls and twelve arched windows. See marquees.
- Printed gazebos for a stand or a stall. See pop-up gazebos.
- Lights: a small LED light with a hook that runs on a CR3032 button cell, and solar fairy lights in ivy leaves with 8 modes. See glamping lights and bunting.
Power and blowers for the inflatable tents
An inflatable dome stands only while its blower runs. The makers say so plainly: it must be continuously inflated while in use, and a power supply at the venue is needed. So plan the power before anything else, keep the cable safe from feet, and keep people clear of the walls if the power is cut, because the dome will come down. The blowers come with their own plug and voltage, and the candy cane tent offers a 220 to 240V blower or a 110 to 120V one, so choose the 220 to 240V for the UK. Tie the dome down with its D-rings, ropes and sand bags, which come with several of them.
Guests, light and weather
Match the tent to the crowd: a bubble tent for a small party or a photo spot, a large party tent or marquee for a wedding reception, and the round dome in the marquees range for 300 to 500 people. A clear tent turns into a greenhouse in strong sun, so it suits evenings and cooler days best. Light the inside with battery, solar or mains lights made for outdoor use, never with candles or open flames.
Questions people ask about party tents
Can I put an inflatable dome up myself?
The makers describe it as unpacking, switching on the blower and letting it inflate. A big dome is still easier with a second person to spread it out and tie it down.
Are these for hire businesses?
Several are described as suited to rental use, and some can be printed with a logo.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery is included in every price and tracked to your door. Each product page says when that tent usually arrives, so check it before ordering for a set date.
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