ABC Party and Tent Rental

What ABC Party and Tent Rental does

ABC Party and Tent Rental is a privately held event and party rental company headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, founded circa 1988. It rents tents, tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, flatware, concession equipment, cooking equipment, generators, inflatables, staging, flooring, pipe and drape, and wedding accessories across more than 20 product categories to event hosts, wedding clients, corporate event organizers, and caterers throughout the Baltimore and Washington DC metropolitan region. The company operates from a single downtown Baltimore warehouse and supports both in-store pickup (Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-3:30 PM) and round-trip regional delivery with optional setup and breakdown services.

Revenue is generated primarily through equipment rentals with a 50% non-refundable deposit requirement, supplemented by delivery/setup labor fees, a 12% damage waiver, and a small secondary channel selling discontinued or damaged linens and equipment. The company is supported by a preferred-vendor referral network of more than 12 Baltimore-area venues (including the National Aquarium, Maryland Zoo, and American Visionary Art Museum) and 5 catering partners. Operations run on Point-of-Rental Systems rental management software implemented circa 2013. In 2019 the company acquired Party Plus Rentals, extending its footprint in the Mid-Atlantic market. Headcount is reported at 51-100 employees, and the company is independently owned with no disclosed institutional investors.

Name

ABC Party and Tent Rental

Legal name

ABC Party and Tent Rental

Website

https://abcpartyandtent.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ABC Party and Tent Rental is a privately held Baltimore-based event rental company that rents tents, tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, staging, and wedding accessories to event hosts, corporate clients, and caterers across the Maryland and Washington DC region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Equipment Rental Services

NAICS

All Other Consumer Goods Rental (532289), General Rental Centers (532310)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB), Tent & Canopy Rentals (HSACAFAA), Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI), Event Rentals & Catering Equipment Services (Linen, Tableware, Kitchen, Furniture) (THAHAKAM)

Keywords

• Event equipment rentals
• Tent rental services
• Party rental supplies
• Wedding reception rentals
• Catering equipment rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Rental: Rental of party and event equipment including tents, tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, concession equipment, generators, inflatables, staging, flooring, and wedding accessories. Reservations require a 50% non-refundable deposit. Damage waiver available at 12% of equipment rental cost.
2. Delivery and Setup Services: Round-trip delivery service to Baltimore and surrounding areas for an additional fee. Additional labor fees for stairs/elevator delivery. Set up and breakdown services available for an additional cost.
3. Equipment Sales: Sale of discontinued, damaged, or limited condition linens and equipment for purchase in-store. Items include damaged linens ($5.00), discontinued poly linens ($6.00), and discontinued pintuck linens ($20.00).

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ABC Party and Tent Rental rents party and event equipment—including tents, tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, concession equipment, generators, inflatables, staging, and flooring—to individuals, event planners, caterers, and corporate clients in the Baltimore and Washington DC region. The company complements rentals with paid round-trip delivery, setup, and breakdown services, and also sells a small selection of discontinued or damaged linens and equipment.

Product overview

ABC Party and Tent Rental offers an event rental business serving the Baltimore, MD and Washington DC region. Their portfolio includes core tent rentals (various sizes including 40x80 configurations) as well as comprehensive table, chair, and linen rentals. The company provides additional rental equipment across 20+ product categories including catering equipment (china, glassware, flatware, food service), entertainment (games, inflatables), practical equipment (generators, staging/flooring), and wedding-specific accessories. They also offer tent packages for easy ordering and sell discontinued/damaged linens. The company provides delivery, setup, and breakdown services for their rentals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tent Rentals Various sizes and styles of event tents including pole tents, frame tents, and specialty tent configurations for outdoor events and weddings.
• Table Rentals Various table styles including round tables, rectangular tables, and specialty tables for events.
• Chair Rentals Various seating options including banquet chairs, chiavari chairs, and folding chairs for events.
• Linen Rentals Tablecloths, napkins, and decorative linens in various colors and materials including polyester and pintuck.
• China Rentals Dinnerware and plate settings for formal dining events.
• Glassware Rentals Glass drinkware including wine glasses, champagne flutes, and tumblers for events.
• Flatware Rentals Utensils including forks, knives, spoons, and serving pieces for dining events.
• Beverage Service Rentals Equipment for serving beverages at events including dispensers, servers, and related accessories.
• Concession Rentals Equipment for concession stands including popcorn machines, snow cone machines, and related items.
• Cooking Equipment Rentals Commercial-grade cooking equipment for event food preparation.
• Food Service Equipment Rentals Serving dishes, platters, and food display equipment for catering services.
• Stage and Flooring Rentals Portable staging platforms and dance floor sections for events.
• Inflatable Rentals Bounce houses, inflatable slides, and other inflatable entertainment structures.
• Game Rentals Entertainment equipment including lawn games, carnival games, and interactive entertainment for events.
• Generator Rentals Power generators for events in locations without electrical access.
• Pipe and Drape Rentals Decorative draping and pipe systems for creating event spaces and backdrops.
• Tent Accessories Accessories for tent installations including lighting, sidewalls, and anchoring equipment.
• Meeting / Special Event Equipment Rentals Equipment for corporate meetings and special events including displays, barriers, and staging components.
• Wedding Accessory Rentals Decorations and accessories specifically for wedding events including arches, candelabras, and decorative elements.
• Delivery, Setup, and Breakdown Services Round-trip delivery service to Baltimore and surrounding areas for an additional fee, with additional labor fees for stairs/elevator delivery. Setup and breakdown services available for an additional cost.
• Equipment for Purchase Pre-owned and discounted rental equipment available for purchase in-store, including discontinued poly linens ($6.00), discontinued pintuck linens ($20.00), and damaged linens ($5.00).

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Absolutely Perfect CateringminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred catering vendor recommended to ABC customers. Located in the Baltimore/Washington DC region.
• Atlantic CaterersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred catering vendor recommended to ABC customers.
• The Classic Catering PeopleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred catering vendor recommended to ABC customers.
• The Copper KitchenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred catering vendor recommended to ABC customers.
• Beefalo Bob'sminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred catering vendor recommended to ABC customers.
• 1840's BallroomminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner recommended to ABC customers. Historic ballroom venue in Baltimore.
• American Visionary Art MuseumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Unique museum venue for events.
• Baltimore Museum of IndustryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Historic industrial museum venue in Baltimore, featuring a pavilion event space.
• The Barn at Grimmel FarmsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Wedding and event venue.
• The BelvedereminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Historic venue in Baltimore.
• Cylburn ArboretumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Garden and arboretum venue for events.
• Eubie Blake Jazz CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Cultural venue in Baltimore.
• The HippodromeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Historic theater venue in Baltimore.
• Maryland Zoo in BaltimoreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Unique zoo venue for events.
• National AquariumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Major Baltimore attraction available for event bookings.
• Peter Rawlings Blake ConservatoryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Historic conservatory venue.
• Spirit CruisesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred venue partner. Cruise ship venue for events.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Stamford Tent & Event Services: Long-standing tent and event rental company serving Connecticut, New York, and the broader Northeast with tents, tables, staging, and flooring; directly comparable to ABC on tent-led event rental model but operates in a different US geography.

Broad incumbents

• CORT Event Furnishings: National event furniture, furnishings, and housewares rental division of CORT; competes with ABC on furniture, tabletop, and event furnishings but at a much larger scale and broader geographic footprint, often serving corporate and tradeshow customers.
• Bright Event Rentals: One of the largest party and event rental companies in the US, formed after acquiring Classic Party Rentals; overlaps with ABC on tents, tables, chairs, linens, and tabletop, but operates on a national scale with larger fleets and broader corporate-event capabilities.

Direct peers

• EventQuest / Tents Unlimited: Event rental company offering tents, tables, chairs, and party equipment to corporate and private event clients; comparable to ABC on product breadth and full-service rental model though typically operating at a larger regional scale.
• Party Reflections: Upper Marlboro, MD-based party and event rental company serving the Washington DC / Maryland / Virginia corridor with tents, tables, chairs, linens, and full event production; directly competes with ABC in the same Mid-Atlantic territory with a near-identical product mix.
• Sperry Tents: Specialty sailcloth and frame tent rental operator focused on high-end weddings and outdoor events across multiple US regions; comparable to ABC on tent rental core and serving the same premium wedding and corporate event customer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/abcrentalbalt
• Pinterestpinterest.com/abcparty

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Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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