8 Popular Ways to Have a Memorable Tent Wedding

Hire Elegance created a tent wedding ceremony that took place after sunset. This premier rental company shares how they “opted for the twinkle light structure as opposed to traditional lighting in order to mimic the romantic and enchanted look and feel that was created in the ballroom following the ceremony.” They went on to tell us how “the structures truly got better and better as the night got darker.” As you can imagine, the effect was pure magic.

This open-tent wedding structure wows with an addition of twinkling string lights. CORT Party Rental and Light Smiths teamed up to create this beautiful lighting installation. We especially love how the open-air concept allows guests to enjoy the surrounding greenery and stately manor house. Click to see other beautiful elements from this romantic wedding celebration — such as the French Country-style lounge area.

Without a doubt, an open-air frame tent wedding becomes an otherworldly setting with suspended fairy lights. Other elevated details from this evening wedding (with décor and rentals by Hire Elegance) include overhead florals, shimmering drapery, and dreamy candlelight. Moreover, discover the floral-forward table settings beneath this luxury wedding tent.

Everything about this vow renewal celebration captures our imagination. Al fresco dining became the perfect photo op with this wedding tent structure by Party Rental Ltd. and Decco By Party Up Productions. Loose fairy lights mimic the elegant curve of draped fabric, while floral-wound pillars create a sense of organic beauty that seamlessly ties into the garden space.

This elegant tent wedding embraced the beautiful Santa Fe weather to celebrate the newlyweds. Abbey Party Rents created a gorgeous open tent draped with lightweight fabric that swayed in the warm summer breeze. See how the crisp-white palette continued throughout the space with white crystal chandeliers, white leather sofas, and bright white tablescapes.

Sacks Productions reimagines traditional tenting with interwoven layers of billowy drapery. One-of-a-kind chandeliers, crafted from fused floor lamps, bring an unexpected (but much admired) modern touch. 

An ethereal white tent wedding feels right at home in this romantic Napa setting. Cole Drake Events effortlessly combines classic with innovative styles, and the result is pure magic. Discover other dreamy details from this outdoor wedding celebration. We particularly love the unique fruit centerpieces and custom place settings.

This beach wedding tent wows with its ethereal cabana style. Everything, from the mix of billowing drapes to the gold bubble chargers at this luxe reception, evokes the feeling of ocean and cloud. Click to see how KATE & COMPANY captured the Cancun spirit with the addition of driftwood pieces, glass vases, and hanging candles.

Wildflowers, farmlands, and rolling hills surrounded this pole tent design by Bright Event Rentals. We adore how the tent space captures the clean design with a crisp white and green color palette. A suspended beam wrapped in greenery adds drama and depth to the soaring tenting. Moreover, vintage furnishings and abundant greenery remind us of a luxe vineyard in Tuscany.

The Creative Planners prove that a wedding tent can be as elegant as any hotel ballroom. Drapery lends softness to the refined lines of this transparent tent setup. Stemmed candle holders and bulbed candlelight add an extra layer of enchantment to the scene.

NSWE Events proves why you should always hire an event planner to execute your wedding vision. Sheer lighting fixtures are both modern and dreamy — as well as the perfect addition to this sleek transparent tent by AFR Furniture Rental. 

This ultra-romantic wedding, planned by Pop Parties, features a spacious clear tent by Sandone Productions and cascades of neutral ombré drapery. Elevated greenery and dreamy blooms by David Kimmel Design perfect the look.

Beachview Event Rentals and Design made this modern, transparent tent wedding an affair to remember. Partygoers were able to enjoy the stunning Georgia sky and sands from this luxurious transparent structure. Make sure to “head inside” and see how suspended white orchids garlands brought a contemporary vibe to this lavish setting.

This backyard tent wedding combined rustic elegance with ballroom-style glamour. Kehoe Designs gave this transparent tent a twist with natural wooden beams and brass chandeliers. We also love how colorful floral centerpieces added a whimsical touch to this elegant setting.

Luminous Events of New Orleans gave the stars some competition with this globed lighting installation. We especially love how the clear tent lends an extra shine to this universe of candlelight. Make sure to see the other beautiful scenes from this stunning celebration. Hint: There’s a Second Line Parade.

A wedding set in a historic conservatory is bound to be picturesque. Three premier rentals companies made this beautiful setting even dreamier with a clear-top tent and luxe rentals. Twinkling lights by Fantasy Sound Event Services and gorgeous florals brought the garden indoors. Best of all, open side panels gave guests the option of walking out beneath the stars.

Naturally, the addition of colorful autumn leaves and vintage lanterns turns this clear-top tent by Stamford Tent Company into a one-of-a-kind covering. We also love how chic furnishings bring vintage and rustic charm. Make sure to see the wall of greenery and twinkling lights that made for a photo-worthy backdrop.

Nautical meets nature at this stunning seaside wedding in Rhode Island. Lush strung greenery lines the space and adds a lightness to the sailcloth tented venue. We love how gold ornate light fixtures by Suzanne B. Lowell Lighting Design create contrast against the lush greenery. We also appreciate how the tent is centered above the wedding bar, making it easy for guests to navigate from drinks to the dance floor.

A gorgeous mandap pops against this sailcloth tent with rope-like seams and exposed wooden beams. Of course, this beautiful tented ceremony was just the beginning. After the ceremony, wedding guests entered a clear tent for the wedding reception planned by Premini Events. Click to see the lavish tablescapes and towering gold candelabras that graced the wedding reception tables.

An elegant outdoor wedding in the mountains requires elegant tenting. Sperry Tents delivered just that with this spacious pole tent. We love how guests still had spectacular views of the mountain scenery — and access to an outdoor lounge area by Event Rents Colorado.

TYGER Productions transformed this frame tent by PEAK Event Services into a jeweled dreamscape with vibrant blue uplighting, sputnik chandeliers, and a wall of illuminated hurricane glass. Suffice it to say, guests were happy to linger long after sunset. 

This white frame tent by CORT Party Rental cast a playful vibe with a draped ceiling and crown of colorful balloons. Check out the tablescapes in greater detail by clicking the button below — and see how a few blooms can go a long way with the right color scheme. 

A custom-made chandelier centered this lavish tented space designed by Partytime-HDO Productions, Inc. Created from hundreds of branches and crystal clusters, this installation immediately grabs our attention as it twinkles in the illuminated setting. See how the event’s lighting changed throughout the evening, emitting bold greens and blues, and then later transforming into a soft candle-lit glow.

This gorgeous summer wedding boasted several styles of frame tents by Partytime – HDO Productions — including one with custom-made blue-and-white striped drapery. Custom wall décor turned every moment of the wedding reception into the perfect photo op. Moreover, click to see the Marquee style tents that brought additional luxury to each outdoor lounge area.

This elegant tent design by Bright Event Rentals offered the perfect amount of coverage and intimacy, without obstructing the gorgeous views of the Sonoma hills. Click to see close-ups of the stunning tablescape décor that included glittering linen, lush floral centerpieces, and unique lighting fixtures.

As guests entered this Instagram-worthy wedding tent, they passed a wondrous spiral design created from hundreds of mini votive candles. Click to see how the illuminated trail led into the frame tent space that boasted a roof of luxe drapery and painted clear materials. We especially love how the backdrop of pink roses served as the focal point of this one-of-a-kind tent space planned by Billy Evers Creative.

This elegant wedding tent by Hensley Event Resources combines modern vibes with fairytale enchantment. A lightbulb ceiling installation lends a contemporary look to a shimmer of gold drapery and enchanting forest greenery. We also love how abundant greenery framed the band stage — not to mention, the backdrop of pink rose photographs. You have to see it to believe it.

Guests discovered a secret garden getaway inside this unique frame tent wedding. This tented space by Bright Event Rentals truly created a transformative environment, strategically separating the dining space, dance floor, and mingling areas with rows of trees. Lush greenery donned every element, from the suspended lantern light installations to the pond sculptures.

This all-white cabana tent creates a sense of intimacy — even as guests are separated by several table lengths. Valley & Company Events took advantage of the structural beams to illuminate the evening with glittering chandeliers. We love how this open cabana allows guests to enjoy views of the tropical landscape. Click to see how tropical décor brought Hawaii indoors for the chic ceremony.

You see, cabana wedding tents aren’t just for tropical beaches. We love how this rustic-style cabana by Encore Events Rentals (with romantic pink drapery) creates a dreamy dining space in this mountainous setting. We especially adore how each cabana section boasts a different chandelier style.

Bright Event Rentals created a cabana-like vibe at this Autumn wedding by suspending ribbons of dreamy-white fabric between the surrounding wooden enclosure. Burnt-orange seating — along with red and golden floral centerpieces — completed the look at this photo-worthy celebration.

Cabana tents are perfect for wedding ceremonies, too. We love how this tent-style offered guests shade from the sun at this romantic wedding planned by LVL Weddings & Events. Click to see how the party transitioned to an evening reception in a clear-top wedding tent complete with twinkling lights and glimmering chandeliers.

Everything about this wedding reception planned by Elegant Occasions by JoAnn Gregoli belongs in a paradise setting. We love how a single white draping spans the wooden cabana structure — allowing for panoramic beach views. Click to see how the ceremony also used the ocean as an awe-inspiring backdrop.

Raj Tents created a gorgeous setting for this Henna Tea Ceremony with an exquisite marquee tent. Authentic South Asian carpets and luxurious seating made this a picture-perfect place for family to celebrate the bride and groom.

By day and night, this string of marquee tents by Raj Tents turned this reception dinner into a glamorous affair. Glittering chandeliers illuminated the delicate tenting and created gorgeous reflections on the nearby waters. Click to see a close-up of the stunning tablescapes — especially the unique floral centerpieces.

Without a doubt, we love how this couple turned their home into the perfect wedding venue with a backyard tent wedding. Three food-themed marquee tents by Arena Americas kept guests mingling and satiated. We appreciate how a smaller marquee tent allows for curated spaces within a larger celebration.

This unique cluster of conical wedding tents by Under The Sky Event Rental made for one gorgeous photo op after another. Don’t miss peeking inside; click through to see how vibrant lighting transformed the tented space at night — along with the luxe floral ceiling installation.

This garden bridge at Beaulieu Garden transforms the treetops into a tent that’s straight out of a fairytale. Click to see other stunning elements from this garden wedding. We especially love how pink florals were woven throughout the overhanging branches.

This beautiful wedding reception, executed by Bill Hansen Miami Venue Sourcing & Production and Island Life Events, captures our imaginations with unique tenting. Make sure to see how the modern wedding cake mirrored the vibrant pink wedding centerpieces. While you’re there, check out the epic dance party.

This tented Chicago wedding takes its inspiration from its setting: the beautiful Chicago Botanic Garden. The simple stretch of canvas and rustic brick — along with neutral linen and furniture — allows the natural landscape and florals to steal our attention. Of course, we couldn’t be happier.