Having an outdoor wedding can be a special and beautiful occasion, especially when its focused around a beach theme. However, there are several types of inclement weather that can quickly spoil your event. Whether your ceremony and reception spaces are on the sand or on land near it, they can be protected by the right tent. This article will explain the different types of tents available and when they should be used.
If your ceremony and reception sites will be directly on the sand, this will limit the type of tents available to you. Canopy tents and frames tents will be your best option. These tents do not contain center poles, and instead have a firm metal frame. The tent fabric is draped over the frame with the option of tent sides. These tents will be sufficient to protect guests from the sun and the rain. If you have a small number of wedding guests, you may want to try a few smaller canopy tents that can be draped with your own dramatic and flowy fabrics. Make sure that you obtain permits for any public beach area you plan to use. Tents generally have to be put up and taken down same day at a public beach site.
Any other outdoor area with mostly level ground can use a tension tent or pole tent. These tents have tall center poles and typically have to be tied down near perimeter poles. They are great for a large number of guests. Don’t forget to factor in an additional eight foot perimeter around your tension or pole tent for necessary tie downs. You’ll usually have to hire professionals to install this type of event space covering, but the sturdier build will keep out additional weather elements such as wind, heavy rain, hail, and snow.
Its important to consider all aspects of what you will need for your tent. Tent sides and flooring will almost always have to be rented or purchased separately. You should be able to add in things like a special dance floor, built in bar, buffet/cake tables, stage or DJ booth. And additional plus to using a tent for outdoor weddings will be your option of adding heat or air conditioning to your tent. You guests can go from a hot and humid outdoor ceremony to a much more comfortable and cool reception area.
