200 person cocktail party layout under a 40x80 pole tent

Hosting a cocktail party, but not sure where to start? Our sample tent layout planner is your solution!

Shown here, is a sample 40′ by 80′ tent layout for a cocktail party for up to 225 guests. Providing space for two bar areas, multiple food stations, seating at a variety of small round tables, high top tables for standing room plus the option to add in bar stools.

Pro Tip: For cocktail style events, you typically want to provide some form of seating for 40%-60% of the crowd. This can be done utilizing a variety of seating options, such as traditional tables and chairs, bar stools, or lounge seating on sofas or plush arm chairs.

Our 40′ by 80′ Tents come in a variety of styles, such as High Peak Pole Tents (with center pole) and Clear Top or Frame Tents (without center pole) to suit your needs!

QuantityRental Items
140′ by 80′ Tent
54Chairs
24Bar Stools
436″ Round Tables
548″ Round Tables
14High Top Cocktail Tables
68′ Banquet Tables
26′ Banquet Tables
4Serpentine Tables

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