Not Sure Which Tent to Rent? Here’s Our Complete Tent Guide
At Dolphin Event Services, we know that choosing the right tent for an event isn’t always easy—it takes time, planning, and constant expert guidance. That’s why we created this Complete Guide for you: to help you figure out which tent best fits your needs. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gala, street festival, or backyard celebration, our wide selection of canopy tents offers scalable, stylish, and structurally sound solutions tailored to your event’s size, style, and setting. Here’s our tent selections!
1. Structure Tents – Built for Grand Scale Events.
Our Structure Tents are the most robust and weather-resistant solutions we offer. Built with industrial-grade aluminum beams and a precision tight Keder system, they are engineered for long-term or large-scale installations. Available in widths of 20m, 25m, 30m, 60', and 80' (‘ = ft), they’re also expandable in length, and available in different sizes & configuration, providing total design flexibility for event planners and production teams.
Perfect for : Conventions, Film Productions, Fairs & Festivals, Constructions & Warehousing, Corporate Events, Disaster Relief.
Why clients choose our Structure Tents:
✔ Stretched and secure Keder vinyl top and walls
✔ Erectable on grass, asphalt, pavement, or concrete
✔ Cleaned, sanitized, and UV-dried for every event
✔ Compatible with custom flooring, draping, A/V rigging & climate control
2. Clearspan Tents – Sleek, Modern & Spacious.
Description : Our Clearspan Tents share the same professional-grade engineering as Structure Tents, with no interior poles for maximum usable space. Available in widths from 10’ to 50’, they’re also expandable in length, and available in different sizes & configuration. These tents are ideal for medium to large events that require versatility and a clean architectural look.
Perfect for : Weddings, School Events, Sporting Events, Corporate Receptions
Why clients choose our Clearspan Tents:
✔ Pole-free interior for open layouts
✔ Elegant silhouette with modern flair
✔ Durable for all seasons and weather types
✔ Great for custom branding or projection displays
3. Standard Frame Canopy – The Classic Workhorse.
Description : Our Standard Frame Canopies provide wide-open space thanks to their pole-free interiors and stable aluminum construction. These tents work on virtually any surface and can be customized with white, striped, or clear vinyl tops to suit your theme.
Perfect for : Fairs & Festivals, Backyard Parties, Church Functions, Pop-Up Activations
Why clients choose our Standard Frame Tents :
✔ Available in 10’ to 50’ widths, expandable in length
✔ Fire-retardant, industrial-grade materials
✔ Securely anchored to any flat surface
✔ Compatible with string lighting, sidewalls, or décor
4. Pagoda Canopy – Stylish & Architectural
Description : Our Pagoda Canopy features a pointed high-peak roof and elegant frame, making it one of our most visually striking options. These tents can be used as single units or grouped for larger layouts, offering a chic, boutique-like setting.
Perfect for : Weddings, Outdoor Dining, Pop-Up Shops, VIP Areas
Why clients choose our Pagoda Tents :
✔ High-peak tensioned design for visual appeal
✔ Quick installation, available in sizes up to 40’ x 40’ (including hexagonal options)
✔ Great for staging areas, guest lounges, and food stations
5. Pop-Up Canopy – Fast, Flexible & Functional
Description : If you need coverage in a hurry, our 10’ x 10’ Deluxe Pop-Up Canopies are perfect for casual outdoor events. Designed with hexagonal aluminum legs and fire-retardant, water-resistant fabric, they’re quick to set up and secure in light wind.
Perfect for : Small Parties, Street Fairs, Sporting Events, School Functions
Why clients choose our Pop-Up Tents :
✔ Simple install and breakdown
✔ Commercial-grade structure
✔ Budget-friendly at just $89 per rental
6. Tent Comparison Chart
7. Additional Services – to Enhance Your Tent Experience
Plywood Subflooring
Make your space feel more like a venue than a field. Our plywood subflooring offers safety and polish—ideal for carpet installs, formal seating, or dance floors.
✔ Sold per square foot
✔ Adds stability on grass or uneven terrain
✔ Can be paired with carpet, vinyl, or laminate finishes
Digital Screen Printing
Stand out with full-color printed tent branding, perfect for expos, sponsor booths, and festivals.
✔ UV-resistant digital prints
✔ Ideal for logos, messages, or full wraps
✔ Available on most canopy styles
Draping & Interior Styling
Transform any tent with fabric, lighting, and structure enhancements, we offer full customization from floor to ceiling—delivered by our expert crew with attention to detail.
✔Elegant ceiling swags and perimeter draping
✔Chandeliers, hanging lanterns, and string lights
✔Climate control options for all seasons
✔Tent graphics or interior branding
4. Ready to Plan? Browse Our Catalog!
Explore our full catalog online or contact the Dolphin Event Services sales team for a personalized consultation. With over 80 years of experience, we’re here to help you design the perfect layout—down to the last detail.
📍 Serving Los Angeles, Orange County, and surrounding areas
📞 Call us at (626) 795-5131
📩 Email us at info@dolphinevents.biz