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Start With Your Guest Count
Tent sizing starts with one number: how many people are sitting down for dinner at the same time.
The industry standard for comfortable seated dining under a tent is 10 square feet per person. That accounts for the chairs themselves, space to pull them out, room to walk between tables, and a little breathing room so it doesn't feel like a subway car.
If you're planning a dinner reception with round tables, use this as your baseline:
| Guest Count | Minimum Sq Footage Needed | Tent Size |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 20 | 200 sq ft | 10×20 |
| Up to 32 | 320 sq ft | 20×20 |
| Up to 48 | 480 sq ft | 20×30 |
| Up to 64 | 640 sq ft | 20×40 |
| Up to 96 | 960 sq ft | 20×60 |
These numbers assume the tent is being used for dining only. If you want a dance floor inside the tent — which most couples do — read on.
