Frame Tent: 12’x12′ Rental
From: $475.00
White top frame tents provide a classic, versatile option for weddings, galas, corporate events, and private celebrations. Featuring a frame height of 7 ft and a center height of 10 ft, they offer ample clearance for guests, tables, and décor while maintaining an open, unobstructed space. Designed for durability, these tents handle various weather conditions and create a clean, elegant backdrop. Perfect for both daytime and evening events, white top frame tents provide a polished, inviting atmosphere that complements any event style.
144 sq ft – Seats 20
Ocean Township
The 12×12 frame tent is a 12 foot tent on every side, covering 144 sq ft under a white top. It stands 7 ft at the sides and 10 ft at the center, with no poles in the middle, and it seats 20 guests. Like every frame tent, it’s staked on grass or held down with weights on a patio or driveway. The 12×12 tent rental starts at $475.
12 x 12 Tent Specs
| Spec | 12×12 frame tent |
|---|---|
| Size | 12 ft x 12 ft |
| Floor area | 144 sq ft |
| Seated guests | 20 |
| Side height | 7 ft |
| Center height | 10 ft |
| Center poles | None |
| Surface | Grass (staked) or pavement (weights) |
| Price | From $475 |
More Than a Small Party Tent
A 12 x 12 party tent works on its own for a small gathering, but tents 12×12 in size are also handy for covering one part of a bigger event. Here are some ways to use one:
- Small party: up to 20 guests seated for a birthday, shower or backyard dinner.
- Food or bar station: shade and cover for a buffet, grill, dessert table or bar.
- DJ or band booth: keeps sound equipment out of the sun and rain.
- Check-in or gift table: a covered spot at the entrance to a wedding or event.
- Vendor or info booth: as a 12×12 event tent at a fair, school event or sale.
If you need more than one, you can order several 12×12 tents and place them around your space. Plan the layout with the tent calculator.
12×12 Party Tent Ideas by Event
Graduation party. Put the 12×12 party tent over the food table so the buffet stays in the shade, and seat guests in the yard or under a larger tent.
Wedding. Use one as a covered bar or a cocktail hour spot beside the main reception tent. Add perimeter bistro lights ($135) so it stays lit after dark.
Kids’ birthday or shower. For up to 20 guests, the tent covers seating, the gift table and the cake in one spot.
Company picnic or school event. Set up a 12×12 at the entrance for registration, or along a walkway as a sponsor or info booth.
12 x 12 Tent With Sides
The tent comes open on all four sides. If you want a 12 x 12 tent with sides, there are two options:
| Sidewall option | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| White sidewalls, 7 ft | $180 | Blocking wind, sun or a view |
| Cathedral window sidewalls, 7 ft | $240 | Closing in the tent while guests still see out |
Sidewalls are useful for a food station that needs wind protection, or for a small party on a cool evening with a heater ($395) inside.
12×12 Tent Rental Cost
The tent starts at $475. Here are a few setups, before delivery and tax:
| Setup | Total |
|---|---|
| Tent staked on the lawn | $475 |
| Evening party with crisscross bistro lights | $610 |
| Tent on a driveway or patio with weights | $637 |
| Tent with white sidewalls | $655 |
| Cool night with cathedral window sidewalls and a heater | $1,110 |
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| White sidewalls, 7 ft | $180 |
| Cathedral window sidewalls, 7 ft | $240 |
| Frame tent liner, 12×12 | $400 |
| 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 |
| Versa Cool tent fan | $75 each |
| Weights with block covers | $162 |
Delivery is quoted from your address and includes setup and pickup. A rental covers about 3 days.
Is a 12×12 Tent Frame Something You Set Up?
No. If you searched for a 12×12 tent frame, this is a full frame tent: frame and white top together, installed by our crew. You don’t assemble anything. On grass, we stake it. On pavement, choose weights ($162) when you order. If the tent will be staked, call 811 before setup so underground lines can be marked.
Frame Tent Rentals in Ocean Township
We set up the 12×12 frame tent throughout Ocean Township, NJ (07712), from Wanamassa and Wayside to nearby Deal, Allenhurst and Asbury Park. It fits a small backyard, a patio or a spot beside a pool. Check with Ocean Township about a tent permit, and call 811 before setup if it will be staked.
Along with party tent rental, we also rent tables, chairs, linens and lighting, so you can add what you need under the tent to the same quote.
Other Small Frame Tents for Rent
For an even smaller footprint, see the 10×10 frame tent. For more guests, see the 20×20 frame tent or the 16×24 frame tent.
| Frame tents for rent | Area | Seated guests | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12×12 | 144 sq ft | 20 | $475 |
| 14×14 | 196 sq ft | 24 | $525 |
| 16×16 | 256 sq ft | 30 | $595 |
| 10×20 | 200 sq ft | 16 to 20 | $500 |
| 14×21 | 294 sq ft | 35 | $695 |
| 16×24 | 384 sq ft | 40 | $725 |
12×12 Tent Questions
How many people fit in a 12×12 tent?
We list it at 20 seated guests. For a standing group, it holds about 28.
Can I rent more than one party tent 12×12?
Yes. Order as many 12 x 12 tents as you need, and our crew will set them up where you want them.
Is this a pop-up frame tent?
No. It’s a frame tent installed by our crew, with stakes or weights. It’s a full frame tent rather than a pop-up canopy, and it comes with setup and pickup.
What’s the difference between a 12×12 and a 10×10?
The 12×12 covers 144 sq ft and seats 20, starting at $475. The 10×10 covers 100 sq ft and starts at $300. If you need room for tables and chairs, the 12×12 gives you more space to work with.
How long is the rental?
A rental covers about 3 days, so the tent can go up before your event and come down after. Delivery, setup and pickup are part of every rental.
How do I book the 12×12 tent rental?
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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