Tent Size Guide: How Many Guests Fit in Each Tent
When you’re planning an event, knowing how many guests can comfortably fit inside a tent makes all the difference. The capacity depends on table type and layout—whether you’re using 60" round tables (seat 8), 72" round tables (seat 10), or 8’ banquet tables (seat 8–10). Below is a breakdown of popular tent sizes with example layouts.
10x10 Tent (100 sq. ft.)
Seating Style: Not suited for dining tables.
Use: Vendor booth, bar, or check-in station.
20x20 Tent (400 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
4 × 60" rounds (32 guests)
4 × 8’ banquets (32–40 guests)
Use: Backyard parties, cocktail setups, vendor tent.
20x30 Tent (600 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
6 × 60" rounds (48 guests)
6 × 8’ banquets (48–60 guests)
Use: Graduation parties, small receptions.
20x40 Tent (800 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
8 × 60" rounds (64 guests)
8 × 8’ banquets (64–80 guests)
Use: Wedding receptions, luncheons.
30x30 Tent (900 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
9 × 60" rounds (72 guests)
9 × 8’ banquets (72–90 guests)
Use: Small weddings, community events.
30x40 Tent (1,200 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
12 × 60" rounds (96 guests)
12 × 8’ banquets (96–120 guests)
Use: Receptions with small dance floor.
30x60 Tent (1,800 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
18 × 60" rounds (144 guests)
18 × 8’ banquets (144–180 guests)
Use: Wedding receptions, fundraisers, company dinners.
40x40 Tent (1,600 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
16 × 60" rounds (128 guests)
16 × 8’ banquets (128–160 guests)
Use: Weddings, reunions.
40x60 Tent (2,400 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
24 × 60" rounds (192 guests)
24 × 8’ banquets (192–240 guests)
Use: Large weddings, galas, corporate events.
40x80 Tent (3,200 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
32 × 60" rounds (256 guests)
32 × 8’ banquets (256–320 guests)
Use: Weddings with dance floor, trade shows.
40x100 Tent (4,000 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
40 × 60" rounds (320 guests)
40 × 8’ banquets (320–400 guests)
Use: Large receptions, fundraisers, corporate galas.
60x90 Tent (5,400 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
54 × 60" rounds (432 guests)
54 × 8’ banquets (432–540 guests)
Use: Festival dining, mega weddings.
100x180 Tent (18,000 sq. ft.)
Seating Style:
180 × 60" rounds (1,440 guests)
180 × 8’ banquets (1,440–1,800 guests)
Use: Trade shows, conventions, large-scale concerts.
Notes on Layout
60" Round Tables: Seat 8 comfortably, allow for better spacing.
72" Round Tables: Seat 10 but feel tighter, require more space between tables.
8’ Banquet Tables: Seat 8–10 (4 per side, plus 1 at each end). More space-efficient than rounds.
Dance Floors & Extras: Subtract 100–200 sq. ft. for each feature (dance floor, stage, bar, buffet).