Advantages of a Garden Reception

Whether at your home, in a country field or on the beautiful grounds of an inn or country club, a tent adds a touch of elegance to your important day, providing special moments that all your guests will remember. Your reception is personalized. It takes place at the house you grew up in or a location you fell in love with. The reception is held outside beneath the sunny skies (hopefully!). In the event of inclement weather, sidewalls can be put up to keep the entire affair dry. A tent will protect your guests from the elements, yet give them the freedom to move about in the open air. You can also decorate the tent and surroundings according to your own tastes and dreams. From a carefully styled theme to streamers or balloons, it is completely up to your imagination.

Special Events of New England will have the tent set-up by Thursday evening, allowing you plenty of time to decorate. Having the tent erected at your home ahead of time adds to the anticipation and excitement of your wedding. Renting a tent is like having a hall in your backyard. You get to decide where everything will go. The dance floor can go in the center of the tent, or in a corner. You decide where the head table will be positioned.

Renting a tent gives you more freedom of choice on important decisions, such as choosing a caterer. There will not be any time limitations on your reception. Your guests can stay as long as they want. This may also eliminate the need for the “party” after the reception. You can also use the tent for the rehearsal dinner.

The cost of a garden reception under a tent varies according to what each individual is looking to accomplish with the tent. It may or may not be less expensive than utilizing a banquet facility. Some halls require a minimum number of guests or have a rental fee for the room. Examples where it should be less expensive would be if an open bar is planned or if you were providing your own meal. If a caterer is to be hired, you may find that you have more choices in regards to the cost and quality of a meal. Consider this advantage with the comfort of your home and the lack of time restrictions, and you may decide on a tented reception even if the cost is higher. No other setting can provide the same comfort and independence of your own home.