AA Events and Tents

What AA Events and Tents does

AA Events and Tents is a family-owned party rental and event management company headquartered at 1900 7th St NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Founded in 1979, the company operates a single location serving the Albuquerque and Santa Fe markets, with a headcount of 11-50 employees. Itself-described as the largest family-owned party rental store in the Southwest United States, the company's core offering is tent and party equipment rentals, including tent structures, canopies, DIY tents, tables, chairs, tableware, linens, lounge furniture, lighting, audio visual equipment, staging, flooring, dance floors, and power/climate control. The rental inventory is complemented by professional services spanning event consultation, detailed event layout diagrams, on-site delivery and setup, on-site staffing, and turnkey event planning.

The business operates on a transaction-based revenue model, with one-time rental fees for equipment and separately priced professional services for event planning and holiday decoration installation. Pricing is predominantly quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with tiered pricing published only for residential holiday decoration installations (small, medium, and large home packages ranging from $430 to $1,050) and DIY tent rentals requiring a $100 refundable deposit. Distribution is entirely direct-to-customer through phone, email, and walk-in showroom visits, with services delivered on-site at customer locations across the Albuquerque and Santa Fe service area.

The company serves a diversified customer base across weddings, private parties, corporate events, trade shows, festivals, and the film industry, with affiliated partnerships for catering (Garcia's Kitchen), transportation (Lucky Boyz Limousine), and community sponsorship (Watermelon Mountain Ranch). The technology stack is limited to an inventory management system for tracking rental equipment; the business has no mobile applications, no public API, no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, and no external funding. Operating status is active and the company is privately held with no parent company or institutional investors disclosed.

Name

AA Events and Tents

Legal name

AA Events and Tents

Website

https://aaeventsandtents.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AA Events and Tents is a family-owned event rental and party planning company in Albuquerque, NM, providing tent structures, tables, chairs, linens, audiovisual equipment, and full event planning services to weddings, corporate clients, private parties, and festivals across New Mexico.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Rental and Party Planning Services

NAICS

All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (713990)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Event Rentals (Tents, Furniture, A/V, Decor) (HSACAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tent & Canopy Rentals (HSACAFAA), Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB), Party Invitations, Stationery & Guest Management (HSACACAK)

Keywords

• Tent rental services
• Event planning services
• Party equipment rentals
• Wedding rentals supplies
• Corporate event rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Albuquerque

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rentals: Rental of tents, canopies, tables, chairs, linens, china, flatware, glassware, lighting, staging, flooring, dance floors, audio visual equipment, power generators, climate control, and other party supplies. One-time rental fees based on event duration and equipment selected.
2. Event Planning Services: Professional event consultation, location recommendations, detailed event layout diagrams, on-site staff, delivery and pick-up services bundled with equipment rentals.
3. Holiday Decoration Installation: Residential holiday decoration installation services including custom lighting design, tree and shrub wrapping, inflatable setup, and themed design packages. Tiered pricing based on home size.
4. Catering Services: Catering services for events, film productions (craft services), and cast/crew meals provided through partnerships with local caterers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

AA Events and Tents rents event equipment — tents, canopies, tables, chairs, linens, dinnerware, flatware, glassware, lighting, audiovisual, staging, flooring, dance floors, power generators, and climate control — and provides bundled event planning, delivery, setup, and on-site staffing services. Offerings span weddings, private parties, corporate events, trade shows, festivals, film productions, and residential holiday decoration installation across Albuquerque and Santa Fe, NM.

Product overview

AA Events and Tents operates as a party rental store and event planning company offering a comprehensive portfolio of rental products and services for events. The core offering centers on tent rentals (structures, canopies, DIY tents) paired with essential event equipment (tables, chairs, linens, tableware). The company provides add-on modules including lounge furniture, ambiance/decor, lighting, bar accessories, audiovisual equipment, stage/flooring, dance floors, games/concessions, and power/climate control. Services include wedding planning, party planning, event planning, corporate events, trade shows, festivals, and holiday decor installation. The portfolio functions as a unified event solutions offering where tent rentals serve as the anchor product, with tables, chairs, and linens forming the table-top essentials, and specialized equipment (lighting, audiovisual, staging) enabling complete venue transformations. The company has grown to be the largest family-owned party rental store in the Southwest with 30+ years of experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tent Structures Rental of banquet tents, pole tents, clear span tents, and marquees in various sizes for weddings, corporate events, festivals, and trade shows.
• DIY Tents Do-it-yourself tent rentals in sizes 20x20 (400 sq ft), 20x30 (600 sq ft), 20x40 (800 sq ft), and 30x40 (1200 sq ft) with a $100 refundable deposit, intended for customers who pick up and set up themselves.
• Canopy Rentals Party canopy rentals ranging from 60' to 100' in size, suitable for backyard events, corporate functions, and wedding receptions.
• Pipe & Drape Custom pipe and drape rentals for weddings, trade shows, festivals, and corporate events with various color and style options.
• Tables Event table rentals including 6' and 8' banquet tables, convention tables, round tables, tall cocktail tables, and 10-seat large round dinner tables.
• Chairs & Seating Chair rentals ranging from basic bone samsonite to extravagant Chavari in gold, silver, and bamboo styles for weddings, corporate events, and trade shows.
• Tableware (Chargers, Dinnerware, Flatware, Glassware) Complete tableware rentals including 7W square plates, 11" square plates, Castle White, Vertex White, platinum settings, silver-plated and stainless flatware, crystal stemware, wine glasses, goblets, bar glasses, and punch bowls.
• Linens by Collections Table linen rentals organized by collections for weddings, trade shows, and conventions with classic whites to vibrant colors and luxurious fabrics.
• Linens by Color Tablecloth rentals in various colors including aquamarine, forest green, red, royal blue, purple, pink, black, ivory, and gingham patterns in sizes from 60" x 120" to 132" diameter.
• Lounge Furniture Specialty lounge seating rentals including modern designs with throws, pillows, elegant rugs, and complementary tables for creating cozy and stylish ambiance.
• Ambiance & Decor Event decoration rentals including candles, centerpieces, lighting options, and floral arrangements to transform venues into captivating settings.
• Lighting Lighting rentals including chandeliers, bistro lights, twinkle lights, spotlights, and stage/dance floor lighting to create desired ambiance.
• Bar & Accessories Portable bar rentals and accessories in various sizes and styles for weddings, corporate events, and parties.
• Audio Visual Audiovisual equipment rentals including projectors, speakers, lighting, and DJ setups for events and trade shows.
• Stage & Flooring Stage and flooring rentals including band staging (4' x 8' x 24" sections), steps, and concert staging at 5' height with turf and skirting options.
• Dance Floors Dance floor rentals including classic parquet and LED-lit options in various styles and sizes for wedding receptions and events.
• Games & Concessions Private party yard games and concession equipment including popcorn and cotton candy machines for entertainment at events.
• Power & Climate Control Power generators (small 4KW to large 68KW whisper watt), evaporative coolers, heaters, extension cords, and electrical accessories for outdoor events.
• Wedding Services Comprehensive wedding services including tent rentals, elegant table settings, decor, floral arrangements, professional photography, and catering for weddings in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
• Wedding Planning Full-service wedding planning including venue selection, outdoor tenting, staging, dance floors, lighting, table settings, and photography coordination.
• Event Planning Event planning services with trained staff to coordinate and plan events throughout New Mexico, including proper staffing.
• Party Planning Party planning services in Albuquerque and Santa Fe for private parties with skilled party planners to help realize event visions.
• Corporate Events Rental Services Corporate event services including tent rentals for business meetings, trade shows, audiovisual supplies, stage/flooring, and climate control.
• Trade Show Supplies Trade show tent rentals and supplies including tables, chairs, lighting, flooring, podiums, and audiovisual equipment for booth displays.
• Festival Tents Festival tent rentals for events in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico.
• Film Industry Services Movie and film-specific services including craft services, catering, table/chair rentals, power and climate control for cast and crew.
• Holiday Decor Installation Christmas and holiday decoration installation services for residential homes, including custom lighting design, tree wrapping, inflatable setup, and themed design packages priced per home size (small, medium, large).
• Catering Services Catering services for events, film productions (craft services), and cast/crew meals provided through partnerships with local caterers.

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Lucky Boyz LimousineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal limousine service partnership providing transportation services for events. Listed as an affiliation on the company's website.
• Garcia's KitchenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal catering partner providing food services for events. Listed as an affiliation on the company's website alongside their logo.
• Watermelon Mountain RanchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew Mexico's largest no-kill animal shelter. AA Events and Tents is a proud sponsor of the shelter, demonstrating community involvement.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Marquee Event Group: Marquee Event Group is a regional tent and event rental company providing tents, tables, chairs, staging, and flooring. Comparable to AA Events and Tents in its tent-led, full-service event rental model targeting weddings, corporate, and private events in a defined geographic market.
• Classic Tents & Events: Classic Tents & Events is a national event rental company specializing in tents, tables, chairs, lighting, flooring, and full event production. Directly comparable to AA Events and Tents as a one-stop tent-led event rental provider serving weddings, corporate, and social events.
• Sperry Tents: Sperry Tents is a national sailcloth and frame tent rental specialist serving weddings, corporate, and private events across multiple U.S. regions. Directly comparable to AA Events and Tents in its core tent-structure rental offering, premium aesthetic positioning, and full-service event delivery model.
• EventSource: EventSource is an event rental platform offering tents, tables, chairs, linens, AV, staging, and decor through regional warehouses. Directly comparable to AA Events and Tents in product breadth and event-segment mix, with similar sales-led quoting for weddings, corporate, and private parties.
• Bright Event Rentals: Bright Event Rentals is a national tent and event rental company providing tents, tables, chairs, linens, flooring, lighting, and staging for weddings, corporate, and social events. Closest large-scale direct competitor to AA Events and Tents, operating a similar 'one-stop' bundle across many U.S. markets.
• AFR Event Furnishings: AFR Event Furnishings is a national event rental company offering tents, tables, chairs, lounge furniture, lighting, linens, and staging. Comparable to AA Events and Tents across the full event rental stack with a premium-product positioning aimed at weddings, corporate, and social events.

Broad incumbents

• CORT Events: CORT Events is the event furnishings division of CORT, a national furniture rental company. Provides large-scale event and temporary furnishings for trade shows, corporate events, and weddings, overlapping AA Events and Tents' furniture, seating, and decor offerings but with broader corporate/trade-show emphasis and national footprint.
• Taylor Rental: Taylor Rental is a long-established U.S. equipment and party rental franchise offering tents, tables, chairs, and event supplies. Comparable to AA Events and Tents on the equipment rental core, but operates as a broader general-rental franchise rather than as an event-specialist.

Regional players

• Party Reflections: Party Reflections is a regional party and event rental company serving the Carolinas with tents, tables, chairs, inflatables, and event production. Comparable to AA Events and Tents as a regional, broad-line event rental operator focused on weddings, private, and corporate events, though serving a different U.S. geography.
• L & L Tent & Party Rental: L & L Tent & Party Rental is a regional tent and party rental company providing tents, tables, chairs, linens, and inflatables. Comparable to AA Events and Tents as a regional, broad-line event rental operator focused on weddings, private parties, and corporate events, though operating in a different U.S. geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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