Event Marquees for Different Occasions
Outdoor events often need more than an open space. Shelter, a defined layout and protection for guests, equipment and key event areas can all help make a site practical and comfortable.
An event marquee can create flexible covered space for weddings, corporate functions, festivals, exhibitions, sporting events and specialist temporary facilities. AKA Events Hire’s marquee range can suit different event sizes, locations and uses, making marquee hire in Perth practical for many occasions.
If you are unsure whether your event needs a marquee, the guide below covers the main event types that commonly use them and why.
What Is an Event Marquee?
An event marquee is a temporary covered structure used where a permanent indoor venue may not be available or suitable. Depending on the setup, it can provide shelter and create space for seating, dining, entertainment or other activities.
AKA Events Hire offers a broad range of event marquees, from compact structures through to large commercial marquees. Walling, flooring and different layouts can also help adapt the space to the event.
Why Choose an Event Marquee?
A marquee gives organisers greater control over an outdoor event space. In changing WA conditions, it can provide protection from sun, wind and rain, with layouts ranging from open-sided structures to more enclosed spaces.
Walling, partitioning, flooring and connected structures can also create practical areas for dining, exhibitions, bars, first aid or entertainment.
Marquees can turn open sites into functional temporary venues, with configurations that can be adapted around the site, event layout and required use. Its range can scale from smaller private functions to major corporate events, exhibitions and public events.
Which Events Use Marquee Hire?
Marquee hire is used across private, public and specialist events where organisers need shelter, extra space or a clearly defined event area.
Corporate, Industrial & Specialist Events
Corporate Events
Conferences, staff functions, launches and dinners may need extra covered space when existing venues are too small or unsuitable. Explore corporate event hire.
Industrial Events
Industrial sites may need temporary covered areas for functions or operational activities. AKA’s previous work includes an industrial marquee for a large government agency. Learn more about industrial event hire.
Mining Events
Mining events and trade shows in regional locations may need temporary space where permanent venues are limited. AKA’s experience includes an annual mining exhibition and trade show in Karratha. Explore mining event hire.
Exhibitions
Trade fairs and exhibitions need adaptable spaces for exhibitors, visitors and displays. Larger marquees can also be partitioned into separate zones. Learn more about exhibition event hire.
Military & Defence Events
Military and defence activities may require temporary covered infrastructure where permanent indoor facilities are unavailable or unsuitable. Explore military and defence event hire.
Medical Events
Marquees can create practical temporary medical spaces. AKA has previously configured large marquees with patient cubicles and waiting areas. Learn more about medical event hire.
Community, Sporting & Private Events
Festivals
Festival organisers may need covered areas for merchandise, stallholders, staging and supporting event facilities. Explore festival event hire.
Sporting Events
Sporting events may use marquees for spectator, team or event areas, including shelter around grandstands. Learn more about sporting event hire.
Agricultural Shows
Agricultural shows often need covered space across large outdoor grounds for public areas, stalls, judging areas and other activities. Explore agricultural show event hire.
Rural Events
Rural or regional sites without purpose-built venues can use a marquee to create a defined covered event space. Learn more about rural event hire.
Weddings
Outdoor, backyard and property weddings may need a dedicated reception or dance-floor area. AKA specifically identifies backyard wedding dance-floor shelter as one use for its marquees. Explore wedding event hire.
Key Signs Your Event Needs a Marquee
An event marquee may be worth including in your plans if:
- The event is outdoors and exposed to changing weather.
- You need a defined space or separate activity zones.
- Guest comfort and protection are a priority.
- The chosen location has limited permanent facilities.
- The event is too large for the available indoor venue.
Marquees can address these issues while giving organisers more flexibility over the location, layout and use of the event space.
Choosing the Right Marquee for Your Event
The right marquee depends on guest numbers, the site and how the space will be used.
What to Consider
Guest numbers and space requirements
Allow for more than attendance numbers alone. Seating, tables, staging, dance floors, bars, catering areas and walkways all affect the space required.
Event type and style
A corporate dinner, exhibition, wedding or public event may each need a different level of enclosure, presentation and internal zoning.
Location and ground surface
The site can affect the marquee setup and how it is secured. AKA Events Hire has installed marquees across different surfaces, using spikes or concrete weights depending on the ground conditions.
Budget and duration
Event size, location, hire period and equipment requirements can all affect what is needed for the quote. Have your event date, address and required equipment ready when making an enquiry.
Marquee Options and Add-Ons
AKA’s range extends from 3m x 3m pagoda tents through to 25m-span structures, with several sizes in between. See AKA Events Hire’s full event marquee range to compare options for different event sizes.
Larger commercial marquee setups can include partitioning or connected structures to create separate functional areas. Depending on the event, timber flooring, clear or solid walling and event furniture such as tables and seating can also help complete the space.
Ready to Choose Your Event Marquee?
The right event marquee depends on the location, guest numbers and how the space needs to function. AKA Events Hire is a Western Australian-owned and operated event hire company based in Welshpool, with over 40 years experience supplying marquees and event infrastructure across private, corporate, public and specialist events.
Planning an outdoor event in Perth, the South West or elsewhere in Western Australia? AKA Events Hire services Perth metro and the rest of the State. Get in touch with AKA Events Hire to discuss your location, event date and marquee requirements.