If you're planning a graduation party in Cincinnati, Clermont County, Warren County, or surrounding Ohio areas, one of the biggest questions is: What size tent do I need?

The right graduation party tent depends on guest count, how the party will flow (open house vs seated), and how much space you want for food tables, drinks, gifts, and walking room.

Start With Your Guest Count

Most graduation parties fall into these ranges:

• Up to 40 guests – Smaller backyard gathering
• 50–60 guests – Mid-size celebration
• 70–80+ guests – Open-house style event

Open house parties usually don’t need every guest seated at once, but you still want enough chairs and enough table space for food and drinks.

20x20 Tent – Best for Up to 40 Guests

A 20x20 tent (400 sq ft) is a great fit for smaller graduation parties where you want coverage for seating and food. It’s especially popular for family-only gatherings or a shorter open house.

Typical 20x20 setup ideas:

• 2–4 tables with seating (depending on table type)
• 1–2 buffet/serving tables
• Small drink station + cooler area

If you’re doing full seating for everyone, space gets tight quickly, but for open house style parties it works well.

20x30 Tent – Most Popular Graduation Tent Size

A 20x30 tent (600 sq ft) is one of the most requested graduation party sizes in the Cincinnati area because it’s flexible. You can seat guests comfortably while still having room for buffet tables and a gift area.

Typical 20x30 setup ideas:

• 6–8 tables (mix of seating + food tables)
• Buffet + dessert tables along the edges
• Drink station + gift table without crowding

20x40 Tent – Ideal for 70–80 Guests

A 20x40 tent (800 sq ft) is ideal if you expect a steady flow of guests and want the setup to feel open. This is the size many people choose when they don’t want the party to feel cramped.

Typical 20x40 setup ideas:

• More seating space and wider walkways
• Dedicated buffet line + separate drink station
• Cocktail tables for mingling
• Extra room for gifts, photos, and dessert areas

If your party goes into the evening, this size also works great with bistro lighting for a finished look.

Need a Bigger Tent (or More Covered Space)?

If you're hosting more than 80 guests, we offer much larger high peak pole tents like 40x40, 40x60, 40x80, and 40x100. These are great for bigger open-house parties, large families, and events with more “zones” (food, seating, dessert, photo area, etc.).

Want flexibility without jumping to a huge tent? We can also connect multiple 20x20 tents using our professional tent joining system. This creates a clean, seamless covered area and gives you more layout options.

You can view all options on our tent rentals page, or contact us and we’ll help you pick the best fit.

Want the Easy Button? (Graduation Packs)

If you’d rather not guess on quantities, our Graduation Party Packs bundle tents, tables, and chairs together based on real guest counts. It’s the fastest way to get the right setup.

Free 3D Tent Layout Renderings

Not sure which tent size fits your yard? We offer free 3D renderings so you can see your layout before the event.

• Map your yard dimensions
• Place tables and chairs accurately
• Plan buffet, drinks, gifts, and walkways
• Finalize the setup before delivery day

Submit your request here: 3D Event Designer

Serving Cincinnati & Surrounding Areas

We provide graduation party tent rentals across Clermont County, Warren County, Butler County, Hamilton County, Brown County, Clinton County, Adams County, and surrounding communities.