Tents & Stuff, Inc.

What Tents & Stuff, Inc. does

Tents & Stuff, Inc. is a family-owned and operated tent and party rental business founded in 2002 and headquartered in Brandon, Florida, with a warehouse in Lithia, Florida. The company rents pole tents, frame tents, high peak tents, tables, chairs, linens, lighting, dance floors, climate control equipment, china, glassware, and cutlery to customers planning outdoor events. Equipment is offered as individual items or in pre-configured packages ranging from $449 to $839, with daily, weekly, and monthly rental periods available. The business serves both retail customers (weddings, private parties, graduations, birthdays) and commercial clients (corporate events, festivals, automotive dealer sales, church events, seasonal operations) across Hillsborough County and, per the contact page, Pasco and Polk Counties.

The company operates with a deliberately lean 1-10 employee headcount and a hands-on owner-led service model where all calls are answered by the owner. Go-to-market is primarily direct-to-consumer through phone/text, website quote requests, and email, with local SEO and word-of-mouth referrals as the principal acquisition channels. Differentiated value-adds include free site visits, party planning consulting, space layout services, and free delivery/setup/pickup within Fishhawk/Lithia. There is no proprietary technology platform, no mobile app, no e-commerce transaction capability, and no AI/ML deployment identified in the input data.

Revenue mechanics are transactional per event/rental period with package pricing and add-on items. Notable named customers include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, American Cancer Society, Hillsborough County, Suncoast Federal Credit Union, USA Speedway, multiple churches and religious organizations, and hospitality venues such as Little Harbor Hotel and Casa Lantana Wedding Venue. The business is bootstrapped, privately held, and operates under DBA names "Tampa Tent Rental" and "Tampa Party Rentals" to capture broader local search traffic.

Name

Tents & Stuff, Inc.

Legal name

Tents and Stuff, Inc.

Website

https://tentsandstuff.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Tents & Stuff, Inc. is a family-owned tent and party rental company founded in 2002, serving weddings, private parties, and commercial events across Hillsborough, Pasco, and Polk Counties in Florida. The company rents tents, tables, chairs, linens, and event equipment via packages ranging from $449 to $839.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Equipment Rental Services

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Tent & Canopy Rentals (HSACAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor Event Equipment Rentals (Umbrellas, Patio Heaters, Fire Pits) (HSACAFAL), Catering Equipment, Rentals & Setup (Non-decor) (HSACAGAL)

Keywords

• Tent rental services
• Party equipment rentals
• Event furniture rentals
• Wedding tent rentals
• Commercial event rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Brandon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tent and Party Equipment Rentals: Primary revenue from renting tents (pole tents, frame tents, high peak tents) along with supporting equipment including tables, chairs, linens, lighting, dance floors, and other event supplies. Offers daily, weekly, and monthly rental periods. Revenue is transactional per event/rental period with package pricing and add-on items available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Tents & Stuff, Inc. rents tents (pole tents, frame tents, high peak tents), tables, chairs, linens, lighting, dance floors, climate control equipment, and related party supplies for outdoor events. Services include free delivery, setup, and pickup within Fishhawk/Lithia, Florida, plus complimentary party planning consultation and space layout assistance. The business serves both private/retail events (weddings, backyard parties) and commercial events (corporate functions, festivals, auto dealerships, church events) across Hillsborough County, Florida.

Product overview

Tents & Stuff, Inc. operates as a party rental company offering a comprehensive suite of event rental equipment with tent rentals as the primary product category. Their core offering centers on renting high peak and standard pole tents, frame tents, tables, chairs, linens, and other party supplies. The company serves both retail customers (weddings, private parties, graduations) and commercial clients (corporate events, festivals, automotive dealers, church events). Equipment is available as individual items or in pre-configured packages that bundle tents with tables and chairs. Services include free delivery, setup, and pickup within service areas, along with complimentary party planning consultation and space layout assistance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tent Rentals Rental of various tent types including pole tents, frame tents, and high peak pole tents for outdoor events. Tents range from 20' x 20' to 40' x 100' and can accommodate 32 to 304 guests. Available for daily, weekly, and monthly rental periods.
• Tables and Chairs Rental of tables (round and rectangular in 30", 36", 48", 60", 8', and 6' sizes), Samsonite chairs in white and black, and white wood garden chairs.
• Linens and Table Coverings Table linens available in various colors and styles to complement event décor.
• Lighting Equipment Lighting options including spot lighting, globe lighting, café lighting, and warm white string lights for center poles.
• China, Glassware, and Cutlery Dinnerware rentals including china (White/Silver and Ivory/Gold options), glassware, and cutlery for events.
• Climate Control Equipment Heating and cooling equipment including pedestal fans, floor fans, and tent heat/air columns for climate control at outdoor events.
• Dance Floors Wood dance floors available for wedding receptions and other events requiring a portable dance surface.
• Tent Sides and Accessories Tent side options including solid, clear, cathedral window, mesh sides, and pole covers to customize tent appearance and weather protection.
• Catering Equipment Catering supplies including chafing dishes, dry portable bars, coffee makers, and buffet tables.
• Decor and Miscellaneous Event Items Additional event items including light towers, skirting, fountains, ficus trees, and plant decorations.
• Tent Rental Packages Pre-configured rental packages combining tents with tables and chairs. Package #1 ($449): 20' x 20' Pole Tent with 4 tables and 32 chairs. Package #2 ($579): 20' x 30' Pole Tent with 6 tables and 48 chairs. Package #3 ($739): 20' x 40' Pole Tent with 8 tables and 64 chairs. Package #4 ($839): 30' x 30' Pole Tent with 9 tables and 72 chairs. Grass setup specials also available.

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Party Reflections: Mid-Atlantic party rental company renting tents, tables, chairs, linens, and event decor for weddings and corporate events. Comparable regional full-service event rental operator with overlapping product breadth and target customer segments.
• Sperry Tents: National sailcloth tent rental specialist serving weddings, corporate events, and private parties across the US. Comparable because the core offering is high-end tent rental with supporting event equipment, similar to Tents & Stuff's tent-led portfolio.
• Aztec Event Services: Florida-based (Tampa) event rental company offering tents, tables, chairs, and staging for events of all sizes across the Tampa Bay and Southeast US. Operates in the same geographic footprint with a directly overlapping product portfolio, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• Event Source: National party and event rental company providing tents, tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and other event essentials to weddings, corporate events, and festivals. Closely comparable business model and product mix, though with much broader geographic coverage.
• Big D Party Rentals: Regional event rental company based in Texas renting tents, tables, chairs, and event equipment to weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Comparable full-service event rental operator with similar target customer mix and product categories.

Broad incumbents

• American Tent: National tent rental and event solutions provider serving festivals, sporting events, and large corporate functions. Comparable in the tent rental core, but operates at a larger commercial scale than Tents & Stuff.
• Tents For Rent: National tent rental company focused on commercial-scale installations for festivals, corporate events, and large gatherings. Comparable as a tent-led rental operator, but typically serves larger commercial clients rather than weddings.

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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