Why Your Wedding Table Shapes Matter More Than You Think
Photographer: Ali Herlihey Photography When couples start choosing wedding rentals, they often focus on how the tables will look once they're decorated. What colour will the linens be? Will there be candles? Tall florals or low arrangements? Chargers or simple place settings? But before you get to any of those details, there's another decision to make. What shape should your tables be? Round, rectangular, and harvest tables can each
Why Your Wedding Layout Matters More Than You Think
Photographer: Art by Agata Choosing a wedding tent is a big decision, but choosing the right size is only part of the process. What happens underneath the tent matters just as much. Your floor plan determines how guests move through the space, where vendors work, and how comfortable your reception feels. A thoughtful layout can make a large wedding feel welcoming and help the entire evening
What Do You Need for a Wedding in an Open Field?
An open field can make an incredible wedding location. You have beautiful scenery, plenty of space, and the freedom to create a wedding that looks completely different from a traditional venue. But there's one important thing to remember. A field gives you the location. You still need to create the venue. When you're starting with an empty property, there are several practical things you'll need to
How to Plan a Tent Wedding for Changing Weather
Photographer: Rob Lloyd When you picture your wedding day, you probably imagine beautiful weather. Unfortunately, the weather doesn't always follow the wedding plan. Outdoor weddings come with sunshine, fresh air, beautiful scenery, and an atmosphere you can't recreate indoors. They also require couples to prepare for changing conditions. That doesn't mean you need to spend your entire engagement worrying about the forecast. A few smart decisions can
Planning a Backyard Wedding? Don’t Forget About the Restrooms.
Backyard weddings can be some of the most personal celebrations. You get to choose a property that means something to you, create your own layout, and build the wedding almost entirely from scratch. With a tent, lighting, beautiful furniture, florals, and décor, an ordinary backyard can become an incredible wedding space. However, there are also practical details that traditional wedding venues already have figured out. One
How to Make Your Wedding Rentals Feel Like They Belong Together
Photographer: Sassa Photography When couples start planning their wedding rentals, it's easy to look at every item separately. First comes the tent. Then you choose tables and chairs. Later, you start thinking about linens, lighting, florals, and décor. While every decision matters, the magic really happens when all those pieces work together. At Valley Tent & Party Rentals, we always encourage couples to look at their rentals
Find the Perfect Silk Florals for Your Wedding
Wedding florals can completely transform a space. They bring colour, texture, and personality into your wedding while tying all the little details together. At Valley Tent & Party Rentals, we've been busy expanding our silk floral rentals, and we're so excited about how much our collection has grown. We now have various different collections, with colours and styles to suit almost every wedding vision. Whether you
Why You Should Book Your 2027 or 2028 Wedding Rentals Early
Photographer: Anita Peeples If you're planning a wedding for 2027 or 2028, it may feel like you have plenty of time to start thinking about rentals. However, when it comes to some of the most popular wedding rentals, booking early can make a big difference. At Valley Tent & Party Rentals, we carry a large selection of tents, tables, chairs, linens, décor, and other event rentals. While
Why Choose U Pick Flowers from a Local Ottawa Valley Flower Farm?
There is something different about bringing home flowers you picked yourself. Instead of choosing a pre-made bouquet from a shelf, u pick flowers give you the chance to walk through the fields, see what is blooming, and gather the stems that catch your eye. It turns a simple bouquet into an experience and gives you a closer connection to where your flowers came from. At Borne
Portable Washroom Rentals: Why They’re Essential for Outdoor Events
When planning an outdoor event, most people think about the venue, food, seating, and entertainment. However, one of the most important details for guest comfort is often overlooked until the last minute—portable washrooms. Whether you're hosting an elegant wedding, a backyard celebration, a corporate event, or a community festival, having clean and convenient restroom facilities can make all the difference. Guests may not remember every decoration