Frame Tent: 20’x20′ Rental
From: $549.00
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 12 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.
400 sq ft – Seats 32 – 40
A 20×20 tent rental is a good fit for a backyard birthday, a graduation party or a small family gathering. It covers 400 sq ft, seats 32 to 40 guests at tables, and starts at $549. Because it’s a frame tent, there are no poles in the middle, and it can go up on grass, a driveway or a patio.
We deliver the 20×20 frame tent across Newark, NJ, plus nearby Harrison, East Orange, Belleville and Irvington. In the city, many sites are paved, so the tent can be held down with weights instead of stakes. Check with the City of Newark about a tent permit before your event.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a 20×20 Tent?
A 20 x 20 tent rental is $549 per event on its own, so the 20×20 tent rental cost really comes down to the extras you choose and where the party is. Here are three typical setups:
| Setup | What you get | Price before delivery and tax |
|---|---|---|
| Shade only | 20×20 frame tent staked on grass | $549 |
| Driveway party | Tent, white sidewalls and weights | $951 |
| Cool-weather evening | Tent, white sidewalls, perimeter string lights and a heater | $1,364 |
What do 20×20 tent rental prices near me include?
The prices above are for the rental itself. Delivery is quoted by your address and covers setup and pickup, whether the party is in Newark, Lakewood or elsewhere in Monmouth and Ocean County, around Spring Valley in New York, or near Philadelphia. Each rental covers your event, usually about three days from drop-off to pickup.
20×20 tent add-ons
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| White sidewalls, 7 ft | $240 |
| Cathedral window sidewalls, 7 ft | $320 |
| 20×20 tent liner | $600 |
| 8 ft white pole skirts | $240 |
| 6″ globe lights | $96 |
| Bistro string lights, crisscross | $180 |
| Bistro string lights, perimeter | $180 |
| Cafe black string lights, perimeter | $170 |
| Heater | $395 |
| Versa Cool tent fans | $75 each |
| Weights (for driveways and patios) | $162 |
How Many Tables Fit in a 20×20 Tent?
A 20×20 tent fits how many tables? Plan on 4 to 5 round tables of eight, which seats 32 to 40 guests. That’s based on about 10 square feet per seated guest. If you only need standing room for drinks and appetizers, the same tent holds up to about 80 people.
- Tables only: 4 to 5 rounds, 32 to 40 seats
- Tables plus a buffet or cake table: plan on 3 to 4 rounds
- Standing cocktail party: up to about 80 guests
If your guest list is still growing, the tent calculator will tell you which size you need.
Where a 20×20 Party Tent Works Best
This size suits smaller spaces. A 20×20 party tent rental fits in many suburban backyards and on a two-car driveway, so it’s a good choice for graduation parties, first birthdays, baby showers and backyard barbecues.
It also works as a second tent. At bigger events, a 20 x 20 frame tent rental can serve as a covered bar, a food station or a lounge area next to the main tent, so guests have shade and cover without crowding the dining space.
20×20 Frame Tent Details
| Detail | 20×20 frame tent |
|---|---|
| Footprint | 20 ft x 20 ft (400 sq ft) |
| Side height | 7 ft |
| Peak height | 12 ft |
| Center poles | None |
| Top | White |
| Grass setup | Staked |
| Driveway or patio setup | Weights with block covers ($162) |
| Seated guests | 32 to 40 |
| Starting price | $549 |
The white top keeps off sun and light rain. It isn’t built to shelter guests in a thunderstorm or high wind, so have a plan to move inside if the weather turns. On lawns, mark sprinkler and utility lines before setup day by calling 811, and check whether your town asks for a tent permit.
Small Frame Tent Sizes Compared
Not sure a tent rental 20×20 is big enough? The 20×30 adds about 20 more seats for $100 more. For 70 guests or more, look at the 30×30 frame tent.
| Size | Area | Seated guests | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12×12 | 144 sq ft | 20 | $475 |
| 12×18 | 216 sq ft | 30 | $595 |
| 14×21 | 294 sq ft | 35 | $695 |
| 20×20 | 400 sq ft | 32 to 40 | $549 |
| 20×30 | 600 sq ft | 48 to 60 | $649 |
| 30×30 | 900 sq ft | 72 to 90 | $800 |
See every size in our frame tent rentals.
20×20 Tent Rental FAQs
Is a 20×20 tent big enough for a graduation party?
For 30 to 40 seated guests, yes. For a come-and-go open house where guests mostly stand, the same tent holds up to about 80 people at once.
Can I set up a 20×20 tent for rent on a patio?
Yes. When we can’t stake into the ground, we hold the tent down with weights and block covers. Weights for this size are $162.
Do you offer black tent rental?
Our 20×20 frame tents come with a white top only. For a darker look at night, add the cafe black perimeter string lights ($170).
Is a 20×20 cheaper than some smaller tents?
Yes. The 20×20 starts at $549, which is less than our 12×18 ($595) or 14×21 ($695), so compare sizes before you book.
How do I book a 20×20 frame tent rental?
Add it to your cart above with any extras, or request a quote with your address and date. Email quotes go out the same business day.
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