Tent Sizing
We have so many customers ask us: “What size of tent should I rent for my event?”. If you are asking the same question, then you are in the right place. In this blog post we touch on the square feet required for all aspects you may require underneath your tent. When determining what size of tent you will require, you will need to decide what items you want in the tent, such as dance floor, catering space, bar space, etc.
Tent Size Calculation:
Use the table below to calculate the amount of square feet required for your wedding. The left column indiciates the many different types of items you may require for your wedding and underneath your tent, some may not be applicable in your case so if so just put a “0” in the right column for that item. Input the required numbers in the middle column to get the total square feet per item that you do require underneath your tent.
Tent Size Calculation for Wedding Dinner/Reception
Item | Calculation | Total (Sq/ft) |
Traditional Head Table Style | # in Wedding Party Inc. Couple x 20 = | |
Guest Seating (Dinner Seating) | # of Guest / 8 x 100 = | |
Guest Seating (Ceremony Seating) | # of Guest x10 = | |
Dance Floor | Dance Floor Width x Dance Floor Length = | |
Bar Area/Line-up Space/Cocktail Tables | 20′ x 20′ = | |
DJ | 10′ x 10′ = | |
Band Area | 10′ x 20′ = | |
Guestbook | 10′ x 10′ = | |
Gift Table | 10′ x 10′ = | |
Cake/Dessert Station | 10′ x 10′ = | |
Coffee/Tea Station | 10′ x 10′ = | |
Buffet Station | 15′ x 20′ = | |
Photobooth Area | 15′ x 15′ = | |
Lounge Area | 10′ x 20′ = | |
TOTAL = | ____________ Sq/ft |
Sample Diagram

Tent Size Calculation for Wedding Ceremony
Item | Calculation | Total (Sq/ft) |
Guest Seating (Ceremony Seating) | # of Guest / 8 x 100 = | |
Alter Area | Alter length x width = | |
Aisle | 6′ wide x Tent Wide or Length = | |
TOTAL = | ___________ Sq/ft |
Sample Diagram

Tally up the total square feet per item to get the total square feet you require. Use the table below to find a tent that has the minimum square feet you require. We recommend you always go a tad larger in tent size if spacing on the property is not an issue. It will just provide more space for your guest to move around more comfortably in the tent.
Tent Sizing & Square Feet
Tent Size | Square Feet | Link to learn more about the tent rental & pricing |
20′ x 20′ Tent | 400 Sq/ft | 20′ x 20′ Pole Tent Rental | 20′ x 20′ Cross Cable Tent Rental |
20′ x 30′ Tent | 600 Sq/ft | 20′ x 30′ Pole Tent Rental | 20′ x 30′ Frame Tent Rental | 20′ x 30′ Cross Cable Tent Rental |
20′ x 40′ Tent | 800 Sq/ft | 20′ x 40′ Cross Cable Tent Rental |
20′ x 50′ Tent | 1000 Sq/ft | 20′ x 50′ Cross Cable Tent Rental |
20′ x 60′ Tent | 1200 Sq/ft | 20′ x 60′ Cross Cable Tent Rental |
20′ x 70′ Tent | 1400 Sq/ft | |
20′ x 80′ Tent | 1600 Sq/ft | 20′ x 80′ Cross Cable Tent Rental Rental |
30′ x 30′ Tent | 900 Sq/ft | 30′ x 30′ Frame Tent Rental |
30′ x 50′ Tent | 1500 Sq/ft | 30′ x 50′ Frame Tent Rental |
30′ x 60′ Tent | 1800 Sq/ft | 30′ x 60′ Clear Top Tent Rental |
30′ x 70′ Tent | 2100 Sq/ft | 30′ x 70′ Frame Tent Rental |
40′ x 40′ Tent | 1600 Sq/ft | 40′ x 40′ High Peak Tent Rental |
40′ x 60′ Tent | 2400 Sq/ft | 40′ x 60′ High Peak Tent Rental |
40′ x 80′ Tent | 3200 Sq/ft | 40′ x 80′ High Peak Tent Rental |
40′ x 100′ Tent | 4000 Sq/ft | 40′ x 100′ High Peak Tent Rental |
40′ x 120′ Tent | 4800 Sq/ft | 40′ x 120′ High Peak Tent Rental |
44′ x 43′ Sailcloth Tent | ~1600 Sq/ft | 44′ x 43′ Sailcloth Tent Rental |
44′ x 63′ Sailcloth Tent | ~2400 Sq/ft | 44′ x 63′ Sailcloth Tent Rental |
44′ x 83′ Sailcloth Tent | ~3200 Sq/ft | 44′ x 83′ Sailcloth Tent Rental |
44′ x 103′ Sailcloth Tent | ~4000 Sq/ft | 44′ x 103′ Sailcloth Tent Rental |
60′ x 80′ Tent | 4800 Sq/ft | 60′ x 80′ Twin Pole Tent |
60′ x 100′ Tent | 6000 Sq/ft | 60′ x 100′ Twin Pole Tent |
If you are looking for additional support planning your wedding or are looking for help with the design and logistics make sure to check out Parvati & Athena Events. P&A Events assist couples with designing the perfect wedding.