10' x 10' canopy
Pop-up or frame canopy, 100 sq ft
$181.50each
DuPage County · Tents
Tent rentals in Glen Ellyn
Tent rentals in Glen Ellyn, IL start at $1.10, and the typical item costs about $517, across 86 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Glen Ellyn is priced per order, usually $150 to $400 depending on distance, stairs and timing, and one free itemized quote covers delivery, setup and pickup.
- lowest tents price
- $1.10
- lowest tents price
- typical item
- $517
- typical item
- options to choose from
- 86
- options to choose from
- top of the range
- $5,720
- top of the range
Popular tents for Glen Ellyn events
20' x 20' frame tent
400 sq ft, seats about 32-40
$440each
20' x 40' frame tent
800 sq ft, seats about 64-80
$715each
30' x 60' frame tent
1,800 sq ft, seats about 150-180
$1,595each
40' x 60' pole tent
2,400 sq ft, seats about 200-240
$1,622.50each
Sailcloth tent
Translucent peaked tent with wood poles, from 32' x 50'
$4,950eachEst.
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
Planning for Glen Ellyn
How much you need, by guest count
| Guests | You will need about |
|---|---|
| 50 guests | 20x40 ft tent (about 650 sq ft) |
| 100 guests | 30x60 ft tent (about 1,300 sq ft) |
| 150 guests | 40x60 ft tent (about 1,950 sq ft) |
| 200 guests | 40x80 ft tent (about 2,600 sq ft) |
Want exact counts for your floor plan? Try the seating planner or see what tents cost in Chicago.
- Tent sidewall$27.50
- 10' x 10' canopy$181.50
- 10X10, R&W - Fiesta Frame Tent$247.50
- 20' x 20' frame tent$440
- 10X20, White - Fiesta Frame Tent$478.50
- 20' x 40' frame tent$715
- Clear-top tent$1,540*
- 30' x 60' frame tent$1,595
- 40' x 60' pole tent$1,622.50
- Sailcloth tent$4,950*
* Estimated from Chicago-area market rates; confirmed in your quote.
Celebrating in Glen Ellyn
Where Glen Ellyn hosts use tents
Many Glen Ellyn celebrations happen at home: small backyard weddings, garden showers, milestone birthdays and holiday dinners in older houses with formal dining rooms. The terrain is part of the charm, and also part of the planning, since sloped yards and steep driveways shape where rows can go.
We'll ask about your yard, your stairs and your street on a planning call, then send a quote that itemizes the chairs, delivery and setup. Smaller, design-focused events here are a good fit for our more distinctive styles.
Backyards on hilly lots
Glen Ellyn's terrain means sloped yards. We'll set rows on the flattest part of the lawn and check that chairs sit level.
Tents here: Before anything else, mark sprinkler heads, septic fields and buried utilities. Stake tents need soft ground and clearance; frame tents can sit on patios with weights.
Lake Ellyn area
A popular backdrop for photos and small gatherings. Reservations and rules come from the park district.
Tents here: Most park districts limit staking and require approval for tents, so a weighted frame tent or a reserved pavilion is often the simpler route.
Older homes with formal dining rooms
Holiday and rehearsal dinners often add chairs to the dining table. A quick measurement of the dining room helps us suggest how many chairs fit comfortably.
Tents here: Before anything else, mark sprinkler heads, septic fields and buried utilities. Stake tents need soft ground and clearance; frame tents can sit on patios with weights.
Downtown event spaces
Restaurants and rooms near the Metra station suit showers and luncheons. Parking and loading are tight on weekends.
Tents here: Venue courtyards and lots usually need a frame tent with water barrels or concrete weights, and the venue's approval of the layout first.
Delivery notes for Glen Ellyn
- Many streets have parking limits. Let us know if a neighbor's driveway or a side street works better for unloading.
- For winter holiday parties, we'll bring chairs in covered and wipe them down so salt and slush stay outside.
How to plan
Getting tent rentals right
- 01
Size it
Seated dinner: 10-12 sq ft per guest. Standing cocktail: 6-8 sq ft. Add room for dance floor, bar and buffet.
- 02
Check the ground
Pole tents are staked into grass; frame tents can sit on pavement with water barrels or concrete weights.
- 03
Permits and utilities
Many Chicago-area towns require a permit for tents over 400 sq ft, and staking needs a utility locate (JULIE in Illinois).
- 04
Plan for weather
Add sidewalls, heaters or fans; a Chicago spring or fall evening can drop below 50°F.
FAQ
Tent rentals in Glen Ellyn: questions
How much does tent rental cost in Glen Ellyn?
Tent rentals through Beyond Chiavari start at $1.10 per item, with a typical item around $517 and premium pieces up to $5,720. Delivery to Glen Ellyn, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added on the same itemized quote.
Do you deliver tent rentals to Glen Ellyn?
Yes. We book tent rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Glen Ellyn, IL (ZIP 60137). Delivery is priced per order by the partner and shown on your quote before you book.
Do I need a permit for a tent in Glen Ellyn?
Many Chicago-area towns require a permit for tents above a certain size, and rules differ by town. Check with Glen Ellyn's building or permit office before you book; the rental partner can usually supply the tent specs the permit asks for.
How far ahead should I book tent rentals in Glen Ellyn?
Tents are the first rental to sell out for June to September Saturdays. Book 3 to 6 months ahead, and confirm any permit before the install date.
How big a tent do I need for 100 guests?
For a seated dinner, about 1,000-1,200 sq ft, which is a 30x40 tent, or a 40x40 if you add a dance floor and buffet. For a standing cocktail party, a 20x40 tent works.
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