10' x 10' canopy
Pop-up or frame canopy, 100 sq ft
$181.50each
Downtown · Tents
Tent rentals in Streeterville
Tent rentals in Streeterville, Chicago start at $1.10, and the typical item costs about $517, across 86 options from Chicago-area rental partners. Delivery to Streeterville 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 Streeterville 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 Streeterville
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
- Blue 10 x 10 Popup Tent$60.50
- White 10 x 10 Popup Tent$82.50
- 10' x 10' canopy$181.50
- 20' x 20' frame tent$440
- 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 Streeterville
Where Streeterville hosts use tents
Most event space is inside buildings with serious logistics. Condo party rooms, amenity floors and hotel ballrooms usually require freight elevator reservations, dock scheduling and sometimes proof of insurance. We can't issue certificates of insurance ourselves, so check what your building requires early. Michigan Avenue and Illinois Street are also heavily trafficked, so planning delivery windows around the building clock matters.
High-rise party rooms and amenity floors
Condo and apartment buildings host birthdays, showers and holiday parties, with elevator and rule reservations.
Tents here: Rooftops almost never allow stakes and limit wind exposure. Small frame tents or market umbrellas with heavy bases are the usual answer.
Hotel ballrooms and meeting rooms
Hotels along Michigan Avenue host galas and conferences, often with in-house furniture policies.
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.
Navy Pier and lakefront spaces
Public and event spaces on the lake, with venue-specific rules and strong wind.
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.
Rooftop terraces
Skyline and lake views, with wind and weight limits to plan around.
Tents here: Rooftops almost never allow stakes and limit wind exposure. Small frame tents or market umbrellas with heavy bases are the usual answer.
Delivery notes for Streeterville
- Michigan Avenue and Illinois Street are congested. Plan early or off-peak delivery windows.
- For Navy Pier, Ohio Street Beach or lakefront paths, check venue and Chicago Park District rules before ordering rentals.
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 Streeterville: questions
How much does tent rental cost in Streeterville?
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 Streeterville, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added on the same itemized quote.
Do you deliver tent rentals to Streeterville?
Yes. We book tent rentals with Chicago-area rental partners who deliver to Streeterville, Chicago (ZIP 60611). 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 Streeterville?
Many Chicago-area towns require a permit for tents above a certain size, and rules differ by town. Check with Streeterville'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 Streeterville?
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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