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A 30' x 60' frame tent (seats ~180) illuminated with warm chandeliers shelters an elegant wedding reception with dining guests on a lush green lawn surrounded by trees (AI-generated example image of 30' x 60' frame tent (seats ~180))AI-generated example

Tents rental · Chicago

30' x 60' frame tent

Rent a 30' x 60' frame tent in Chicago and the suburbs for $1,595 each. Large clear-span tent for weddings and corporate events.

$1,595each, one event day

Delivered and set up: about $2,574 for 1 unit

Rental (1 × $1,595)
$1,595
Delivery & pickup (est., depends on distance and stairs)
$400
Setup & teardown (est.)
$239.25
Damage waiver (10%)
$159.50
Sales tax (Chicago rate, suburbs lower)
$179.84

Delivery is one charge per order, so it shrinks per item as your list grows. Your proposal confirms every fee for your venue. Nothing is charged until you approve it.

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. Rental company? Correct or remove your listing.

Specs
1,800 sq ft, seats about 150-180
Category
Tents
Delivery
Across Chicago & suburbs

The piece itself

30' x 60' frame tent on its own

The photo at the top is an AI-generated example of how this rental can be styled; the guests and venue are not real. This render shows the item itself, built from the rental's real dimensions.

White 30 by 60 foot frame tent on a lawn for weddings of about 180 guests, no center poles, on a park lawn with trees on a sunny day (photorealistic visualization)
30' x 60' frame tent (seats ~180)

Real event photos

30' x 60' frame tent style at real events

Example photos of this type of rental at real events, so you can picture it. Our rental partner's exact item, colour and finish may differ; ask for a photo of the actual piece in your quote.

Large white tent set up for a wedding: example photo of 30' x 60' frame tent style rentals in Chicago (photo by Steven Van Elk on Unsplash)Example photo
Large white tent set up for a wedding. Photo by Steven Van Elk on Unsplash
Large white event tent on a grassy field: example photo of 30' x 60' frame tent style rentals in Chicago (photo by Sara Kozak on Unsplash)Example photo
Large white event tent on a grassy field. Photo by Sara Kozak on Unsplash

Quantity & cost

Cost at a glance

Rental cost for common quantities at $1,595 each.
QuantityQtyCost
1 unit1$1,595
2 units2$3,190
3 units3$4,785
4 units4$6,380

Planning tips

Getting tents right

  1. 1

    Size it

    Seated dinner: 10-12 sq ft per guest. Standing cocktail: 6-8 sq ft. Add room for dance floor, bar and buffet.

  2. 2

    Check the ground

    Pole tents are staked into grass; frame tents can sit on pavement with water barrels or concrete weights.

  3. 3

    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).

  4. 4

    Plan for weather

    Add sidewalls, heaters or fans; a Chicago spring or fall evening can drop below 50°F.

Questions

30' x 60' frame tent rental FAQs

How much does it cost to rent a 30' x 60' frame tent in Chicago?

$1,595 each for one event day. Delivery and pickup (usually $150-$400 per order), setup, a damage waiver (about 10%) and sales tax are added for your venue, so a delivered order typically costs 35-60% more than the rental rates alone. Multi-day rentals are quoted on request.

Can you deliver a 30' x 60' frame tent to my venue?

Yes. We arrange delivery, setup and pickup anywhere in Chicago & suburbs, including Evanston, Oak Park, Oak Brook, Schaumburg, Naperville and nearby towns. Tell us about stairs, elevators or load-in windows and we include them in the quote.

How far ahead should I reserve?

For May to October weekends, reserve 2-4 months ahead; tents, specialty chairs and dance floors go first. For other dates, 2-4 weeks is usually enough. Your quote holds nothing until you approve it.

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.

Do I need a permit for a tent in Chicago?

Chicago and many suburbs require a permit for tents over a set size (often 400 sq ft or larger) or with sidewalls. Most tent vendors handle the permit and the JULIE utility locate for you.

A sailcloth tent at dusk creates an enchanting space on a manicured lawn, hosting an elegant wedding reception dinner complete with floral garlands, chandeliers, and seated guests (AI-generated example image of sailcloth tent at dusk)AI-generated example

Sailcloth tent

Translucent peaked tent with wood poles, from 32' x 50'

$4,950eachEst.

A clear-top tent at twilight, adorned with chandeliers and draped fabric, shelters guests celebrating an elegant reception around dining tables on a manicured estate lawn (AI-generated example image of clear-top tent at twilight)AI-generated example

Clear-top tent

20' x 40' clear vinyl frame tent

$1,540eachEst.

Tent sidewalls with cathedral windows enclose an elegant evening reception on a grassy lawn, sheltering guests dining at chandelier-lit banquet tables during an outdoor sunset celebration (AI-generated example image of tent sidewalls with cathedral windows)AI-generated example

Tent sidewall

Per 20' section, solid, window or clear

$27.50per 20' section

All tents and prices

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