The 12×12 clear top tent is our smallest clear tent: 144 sq ft under a see-through roof on a white frame, with seating for up to 20 guests. There are no poles in the middle, and it can be staked into grass or held down with weights on a patio or deck. It’s small enough for a backyard corner and clear enough to keep the sky in view. The 12×12 tent rental with a clear top starts at $675.
12 x 12 Clear Top Tent Specs
| Spec | 12×12 clear top tent |
|---|---|
| Size | 12 ft x 12 ft |
| Floor area | 144 sq ft |
| Seated guests | Up to 20 |
| Standing guests | About 30 |
| Roof | Clear vinyl on a white frame |
| Inside poles | None |
| Install | Staked on grass or weighted on hard surfaces |
| Sidewall height (add-on) | 7 ft |
| Price | From $675 |
Small Tent, Big View
A small white tent can feel closed in. A clear top fixes that. Guests sitting under a 12 x 12 clear roof see the trees, the sky and the house around them, so the tent feels like part of the yard instead of a box set down on the lawn. After dark, the roof shows the stars, and string lights hung inside glow against the night.
Ideas for a 12×12 Clear Tent
- Dinner under the stars: one table for 8 to 10 guests, lit with crisscross bistro lights.
- Proposal or anniversary: a private table for two in the garden, with globe lights overhead.
- Cocktail or dessert station: a covered bar or dessert table beside a larger main tent.
- Photo booth: a clear roof gives soft natural light for photos during the day.
- Garden or poolside lounge: a shaded seating area that doesn’t block the view.
12×12 Clear Tent Rental Cost
The tent starts at $675. Here are common setups, before delivery and tax:
| Setup | What’s included | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Tent on grass | Tent, staked | $675 |
| Patio or deck | Tent and weights | $837 |
| Evening glow | Tent, crisscross and perimeter bistro lights | $945 |
| Dinner for two | Tent, crisscross bistro lights, globe lights and pole skirts | $990 |
| Cool night | Tent, white sidewalls and heater | $1,250 |
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| White sidewalls, 7 ft | $180 |
| Cathedral window sidewalls, 7 ft | $240 |
| 8 ft white pole skirts | $120 |
| 6" globe lights | $60 |
| Bistro light white stringer, crisscross | $135 |
| Bistro light white stringer, perimeter | $135 |
| Cafe black string lights, perimeter | $170 |
| Heater | $395 |
| Weights with block covers | $162 |
Delivery is quoted from your address and includes setup and pickup. A rental covers about 3 days. We don’t install clear top tents when temperatures are expected to drop below 35°F.
Lights Make a Clear Tent
Because the roof is clear, lighting is the ceiling after dark. Crisscross bistro lights ($135) fill the roof. Perimeter bistro lights ($135) or cafe black string lights ($170) trace the edges, and globe lights ($60) hang lower over a table. For a dinner or proposal, crisscross and globe lights together cost $195. See more in our lighting rentals.
Clear Top or White Top in 12×12?
| Compare | 12×12 clear top tent | 12×12 frame tent |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | Clear vinyl | White |
| Seated guests | 20 | 20 |
| Starting price | $675 | $475 |
| Best for | Evening events and views | Shade on sunny days |
The clear top costs $200 more. For shade over a food table or a lower price, see the 12×12 frame tent.
Clear Top Tents for Rent in Other Small Sizes
Our clear top tents for rent start at 12×12 and go up from there. If you need a bit more room:
| Clear top tent | Floor area | Seated guests | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12×12 | 144 sq ft | 20 | $675 |
| 14×14 | 196 sq ft | 24 | $795 |
| 12×18 | 216 sq ft | 30 | $795 |
| 14×21 | 294 sq ft | 35 | $895 |
| 16×32 | 512 sq ft | 60 | $1,095 |
For up to 30 guests, the 12×18 clear top tent starts at $795. For a full backyard party of 60, see the 16×32 clear top tent.
Need more coverage at a big event? Clear tents 12×12 in size work well in groups. Several 12×12 tents can be spread around a yard or venue, for a bar, a lounge and a dessert table, each under its own clear roof.
Planning Your Space
A 12×12 needs a flat area at least 12 by 12 feet, plus a little room around the edges for our crew and for stakes or weights. Check for low branches, overhead wires and sprinkler heads. On a deck, tell us the deck size and surface when you request a quote, so we can confirm the setup works. If the tent sits beside a pool or garden bed, leave a clear path for guests to walk in and out.
Staked or Weighted
All frame tents must be secured for safety. On grass, the tent is staked into the ground. On a patio, deck or driveway, choose weights ($162), which come with block covers. Call 811 before setup if the tent will be staked.
Clear Top Tent Rental Near Me
If you searched for a clear top tent rental near me in Ocean County, we deliver across Toms River ZIP codes 08753 to 08757 and nearby towns like Seaside Heights, Lavallette, Normandy Beach and Pine Beach. We also deliver across the rest of New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, with a Philadelphia office at 335 E Price St, 215.398.1818.
12×12 Clear Tent Questions
How many people fit in a 12×12 clear tent?
Up to 20 seated, or about 30 standing.
Can the 12×12 clear tent go on a deck or patio?
Yes. On a hard surface it’s held down with weights ($162) instead of stakes.
Can I rent a clear top tent in winter?
We don’t install clear top tents when temperatures are expected to drop below 35°F.
How long is the rental?
A rental covers about 3 days. Our crew handles delivery, setup and pickup.
How do I book the 12×12 clear top tent?
Add it to your cart above, or request a quote with your date, address and guest count. Email quotes go out the same business day.
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