A 20×40 frame tent gives you 800 square feet of covered space, enough for 64 to 80 guests at tables. It’s a good size for backyard weddings, graduation parties and family events, from Lakewood to Philadelphia. The frame holds the roof up from the edges, so there are no poles in the middle getting in the way of your tables or dance floor.

Our 20×40 tent rental starts at $749, and our crew delivers it, sets it up and takes it down for you.

Why Choose a 20×40 Frame Tent

No center poles. The frame carries the roof from the edges, so the whole 800 sq ft is usable for tables, a buffet or a dance floor, with clear sightlines from every seat.
Goes up on almost any surface. We stake it on grass and use weights on driveways, patios and parking lots, so you’re not limited to a lawn.
Covers sun and light rain. The white top shades your guests and keeps off light rain, and you can add solid or window sidewalls and heaters or fans for the season. Like any tent, it isn’t a shelter in severe storms or high winds.
Easy to dress up. Add a liner, pole skirts and string or globe lights to turn a plain party tent into a finished event space.
Clear pricing. The tent and every add-on are priced right on this page, so you can plan your budget before you call.
We handle the work. Delivery includes setup by our crew, and we take the tent down after your event. B&B is a family business that has been doing this for over 25 years.

20×40 Frame Tent Specifications

Specification	Detail
Size	20 ft x 40 ft
Area	800 sq ft
Side (eave) height	7 ft
Center (peak) height	12 ft
Center poles	None (clear span)
Roof	White top
Anchoring	Stakes on grass, weights with block covers on hard surfaces
Sidewall options	7 ft white solid or cathedral window
Seated guests	64 to 80
Price	From $749
Rental period	Per event (normally about 3 days)

How Many People Fit in a 20×40 Tent?

A 20×40 tent seats 64 to 80 guests at round tables. As a rule of thumb, we plan about 10 square feet per guest for a seated dinner, and about half that for a standing cocktail party.

Layout	Approximate guests
Seated dinner, 60″ round tables	64 to 80 (8 to 10 tables of eight)
Standing cocktail party	Up to about 160

Plan on fewer guests if you also want a dance floor, buffet or bar inside. Not sure which size you need? Our tent calculator works it out from your guest count, or give us a call and we’ll help you plan the layout.

20×40 Tent Rental Price and Add-Ons

The tent starts at $749. You can add extras depending on the season and the time of day. Here’s what you can add when you book:

Add-on	Price	Why people add it
White sidewalls (7 ft)	$360	Keep out wind and rain
Cathedral window sidewalls (7 ft)	$480	Weather cover that still lets guests see out
20×40 tent liner	$1,200	Covers the frame for a draped, finished look
8 ft white pole skirts	$360	Hide the legs for a cleaner look
6″ globe lights	$144	Soft light for evening events
Bistro string lights, crisscross	$360	Lights across the whole ceiling
Bistro string lights, perimeter	$225	Lights around the edge
Cafe black string lights, perimeter	$595	A black-wire look for rustic or modern styles
Heaters	$790	Spring, fall and winter events
Versa Cool tent fans	$75 each	Hot summer afternoons
Weights	$252	Needed when the tent can’t be staked

For example, a driveway party with white sidewalls comes to $749 + $360 + $252 = $1,361, plus delivery and tax. Delivery is priced by your location and includes setup. Prices are per event, which normally covers about three days, since we deliver before your event and pick up after it. Request a quote for your exact setup, and ask about our price match guarantee.

Setting Up on Grass, a Driveway or a Patio

Every frame tent has to be secured. On grass, we stake it into the ground. On a driveway, patio or parking lot where we can’t stake, we use weights with block covers for added stability, so the tent stays put. Just tell us which surface you have when you book.

When you book, tell us the size of your space and the surface it’s on. In our local service area, our event specialists can also come out to measure and talk through options. That visit costs $250, and we credit it toward your order when you book.

Before setup day, you’ll need any permits your town requires, and underground lines marked. Tent stakes can go several feet deep, so call 811 at least three business days ahead.

If there’s any chance of rain, sidewalls make all the difference, and they’re easy to add when you book.

Other Frame Tent Sizes

If 20×40 isn’t quite right, here’s how it compares to our other frame tents:

Size	Area	Guests	From
10×20	200 sq ft	16 to 20	$500
14×14	196 sq ft	24	$525
14×21	294 sq ft	35	$695
16×24	384 sq ft	40	$725
16×32	512 sq ft	60	$850
20×30	600 sq ft	48 to 60	$649
20×40	800 sq ft	64 to 80	$749
20×50	1,000 sq ft	1,000 sq ft	$1,395
40×100	4,000 sq ft	320 to 400	$5,000
40×120	4,800 sq ft	384 to 480	$6,000

See all our frame tent rentals, or use the tent calculator to find the right size for your guest count.

Complete Your Tent Setup

Most events need more than the tent itself. You can add tables, chairs, linens and a dance floor to the same order, so everything arrives and is set up together. Planning a wedding? Our wedding packages bundle the main items at a lower price.

Where We Deliver

We set up the 20×40 frame tent throughout Lakewood, NJ (08701) and nearby Howell, Brick and Jackson. It fits a long backyard or the strip of lawn beside a house, and it can be weighted on a driveway. Check with Lakewood Township about a tent permit before your event.

We deliver and set up tents across New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. In New Jersey, our Eatontown office covers Monmouth and Ocean counties, including Lakewood. Deliveries run Sunday through Friday, 7 AM to 7 PM, and we’ll give you a delivery window the day before. If you’re looking for a 20×40 tent rental near you, call the office closest to your event to check your date:

Eatontown, NJ: 732.886.5510
Spring Valley, NY: 845.600.1101
Philadelphia, PA: 215.398.1818

20×40 Tent Rental FAQs

How much does it cost to rent a 20×40 tent?

Our 20×40 frame tent starts at $749. Sidewalls, lighting, heaters and weights are extra. A common setup with white sidewalls and weights comes to $1,361, plus delivery and tax.

How big is a 20×40 tent?

It covers 800 square feet, 20 feet wide and 40 feet long. The sides are 7 feet high and the center peaks at 12 feet, so there’s plenty of headroom for lighting and decor.

How many tables and chairs fit in a 20×40 tent?

A 20×40 tent seats 64 to 80 guests, which is about 8 to 10 round tables of eight. Plan on fewer tables if you also want a dance floor, buffet or bar inside.

Do I need sidewalls?

Not always. You can leave them off on a calm, dry day. If there’s any chance of rain, wind or cold, add them. White sidewalls are $360 and cathedral window sidewalls are $480.

Can you set up a 20×40 tent on a driveway or patio?

Yes. Where we can’t stake into the ground, we secure the tent with weights and block covers, which add $252.

How much is delivery?

Delivery is priced by your event location, and it includes setting up the tent and any lighting or flooring you rent with it. We deliver Sunday through Friday, 7 AM to 7 PM. A specific delivery time, or same-day setup and pickup, costs extra.

Do I need a permit for a 20×40 tent?

It depends on your town. Getting any required permits is up to you, along with marking underground utilities by calling 811 at least three business days before delivery. If you’re not sure what your town needs, ask your local building or fire office.

Do you deliver 20×40 tents to Lakewood, NJ?

Yes. Lakewood is in our regular New Jersey delivery area and is served from our Eatontown office. Delivery is priced by your address, so call 732.886.5510 or request a quote with your event location.

How far ahead should I book?

As early as you can. We’ve also handled last-minute orders booked less than a week out, so if your date is close, call and ask. Quotes requested by email go out the same business day.