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Pop-up Gazebo
Simple formats, quick receptions
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Opening tent hire
A bespoke structure, set up and taken down by our teams. Free quote within 24 h.
Ceremony & ribbon cutting
— OpeningEvent brief
Ceremony & ribbon cutting
Tent hire
Opening
An opening brings together officials, press, partners and clients for a short but high-visibility moment. The tent must cover 50 to 500 guests, support brand-image staging, and go up quickly even on a building site or a public square. Crystal tent, velum, pop-up gazebo and reception tent are the most-used structures for this format. An opening is a high-stakes image event, with strong media exposure and high protocol expectations. You invite your premium clients, your strategic partners, your staff, the press, local officials and sometimes institutions. It is one of the rare moments when these varied audiences come together in the same place and look at your company as a whole. For communications teams, general secretariats and event project leads, our offer covers the whole process: choosing the date (taking into account the political calendar, school holidays, competing major events), protocol management of officials (printed invitations, ministerial-office follow-up, protocol seating plan, commemorative plaque), press coordination (dedicated entrance, media kit handed out on arrival, official photographer delivering the photos within D+1), a specific security setup if a minister attends (in liaison with the close-protection service), and 4K video filming for a summary video delivered within D+5. For openings of industrial sites or new buildings, we coordinate with your site safety coordinator and your project manager.
- Typical guests
- 50 to 500 people
- Duration
- 2 to 6h, often a morning
- Key feature
- High press visibility
- Key use
- Ribbon cutting + cocktail
Typical use cases
Company building opening◆Shop or brand opening◆Industrial site launch◆Municipal or public opening◆Institutional equipment unveiling
Our recommendation
An opening rests on three zones: speech area (stage + sound), ribbon-cutting area (open space visible to the press), cocktail area (covered, welcome). The crystal tent or velum bring transparency and brand image; the technical pop-up gazebo remains more economical for short openings. Allow 0.8 m² per guest at a standing cocktail.
Worth keeping in mind
Anticipate the town hall declaration (mandatory from 50 people on a temporary structure), security (one steward per 100 guests if press + officials), and the visual branding (banners, displays, signage). If the site is a building site, plan a safe route separating guests and workers.
Structures we offer
The structures we offer for a opening
Quickly compare the most relevant formats for this type of event.
Capacity
Which structure for which headcount?
The right setup depends first on the number of guests expected. Here are our recommendations by headcount band for a inauguration.
CapacityScenarioRecommended structures
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50 – 100 guests
Local opening, shop, small building
Pop-up gazebo 5×10m or pagoda tent 8×8m — comfortable standing cocktail for 60 guests.
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100 – 250 guests
Company opening, industrial site, public facility
Crystal tent 12×18m or marquee 10×21m — ribbon cutting + cocktail + press area.
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250 – 500 guests
Large institutional opening, major industrial launch
Marquee 12×24m or large-span structure 15×30m — multi-zone required.
Indicative budget
Price ranges for a inauguration
These ballpark figures include the structure, the setup and the takedown. The final quote depends on the venue, the options and the season — a tailored reply within 24 h.
Opening for 80 guests — pop-up gazebo + stage
1 800 – 3 500 €
- Pop-up gazebo 5×10m
- Sound + radio mic
- Stage 3×2m
- Partial flooring
Opening for 200 guests — premium crystal tent
5 500 – 11 000 €
- Crystal tent 10×20m
- Full flooring
- Sound + screen
- Fabric lining
Opening 400+ — multi-zone
12 000 – 25 000 €
- Marquee 15×24m
- Press area + cocktail
- Full sound system
- Dedicated coordination
These ranges are indicative. Transport costs are added according to distance. The detailed quote is free, with no obligation, provided within 24 h.
Réalisations
Réalisations récentes across France
Un aperçu concret de nos installations, du dîner privé aux événements à forte capacité.
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Opening of the Port of Béthune under pagoda tents
Voir l'installation
3 units
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Red carpet and official banners in front of the pagoda tents at the Port of Béthune
Voir l'installation
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Opening cocktail at the château under pop-up gazebos
Voir l'installation
200 people
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Lit opening evening under pop-up gazebos
Voir l'installation
180 people
05
Official reception under an orangery
Voir l'installation
120 diners
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Ceremony under an arched marquee
Voir l'installation
250 guests
Client case
Examples of inauguration we have set up
Industrial site opening — Loire-Atlantique
180 guests (officials, press, partners), ribbon cutting + cocktail + factory tour.
- Capacity
- 180 guests
- Duration
- 3h morning
- Format
- Ceremony & ribbon cutting
Setup
Crystal tent 12×18m, stage 4×2m, full sound system, industrial branding.
Flagship store opening — Lyon city centre
120 guests (press, VIP clients, influencers), standing dinner cocktail + DJ.
- Capacity
- 120 guests
- Duration
- 4h evening
- Format
- Ceremony & ribbon cutting
Setup
Velum tent 8×12m on the pavement, concrete ballast, façade branding.
Preparation
Opening checklist — 7 points to confirm
The points to settle ahead of a inauguration so it goes off without a hitch.
01
Town hall declaration
CTS public-venue type — declaration mandatory from 50 guests on a temporary structure.
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Ribbon-cutting area
Open space visible to the press, fixed mic, natural light if possible.
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Stage and sound
Stage 3×2m minimum, sound 30 dB above ambient noise.
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Visual branding
Banners, displays, press backdrop, wayfinding signage.
05
Circulation plan
If the site is a building site: a guest route separate from the technical zones.
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Weather and plan B
The crystal tent closes in case of a shower — confirmed 48h ahead.
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Technical standby
A team on site throughout the short event — no second chance.
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events set up per year
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guaranteed quote response
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types of structure
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setup & takedown included
Our team supports event organisers across France with a complete tent hire offer inauguration. An opening brings together elected officials, press, partners and clients for a short but high-visibility moment: building opening, industrial site launch, store opening, municipal inauguration. The structure must cover 50 to 500 guests, support brand-image scenography and be set up quickly, even on a construction site or a public square. Crystal, velum, pop-up gazebo and light marquee are the most used structures. We operate across the whole country, with teams that can be mobilised quickly to coordinate the setup, the access and the technical equipment. For an outdoor wedding, a corporate cocktail reception or a private reception, we size the structure, the guest flow and the technical options (flooring, lighting, heating, lining) to deliver a result that is durable, clear and consistent with your budget.
Why hire a tent for inauguration
Hiring a tent for an opening lets you protect the formal moment (ribbon cutting, speeches, cocktail) against the weather, while projecting a brand image consistent with banners, pull-up displays and a photocall.
The opening is a short event (2 to 6 hours) with high visibility: press, elected officials, partners. A professional structure guarantees the visibility of the moment, the quality of the sound and the safety of the guests on all types of sites.
Our offer for inauguration
For an opening, we offer the crystal tent (transparency to showcase the building being opened), the velum tent (premium aerial cover), the modular pop-up gazebo (light and economical configuration) or the light marquee for capacities of 200-500.
The equipment covers a stage for speeches, a complete sound system, HF mic, brand branding (banners, pull-up displays, press backdrop), daytime or evening lighting depending on the timing.
For sensitive openings (elected officials plus press), we provide dedicated coordination and on-call technical support on the day to guarantee a flawless running.
Prices and budget for inauguration
The price of an opening depends on the number of guests, the choice of structure and the level of visual branding. For 80 guests under a pop-up gazebo with a stage and sound, the price remains very affordable; institutional openings of 300+ with a premium crystal and dedicated coordination move up the range.
We offer an overall package including transport, setup, takedown, sound, stage and visual branding to make budget trade-offs easier.
For a tent hire service inauguration in France, you receive a full estimate within 24 h including delivery, setup, takedown and logistics coordination.
Setup, installation and logistics
Our teams handle the installation and delivery across the whole country, with a precise schedule agreed in advance with your reception venue.
Setup is scheduled the day before or the morning of the event depending on the complexity. For a pop-up gazebo, 2 to 4 hours are enough; for a crystal or marquee, 6 to 12 hours. We always arrive with a safety margin.
Takedown is quick (1 to 3 hours depending on the structure) to allow the site to be brought back into service quickly, particularly for openings on a public road or market square.
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Dedicated adviser
A dedicated project manager for your project inauguration
Confirm the feasibility, the installation schedule and the technical constraints of your site. Reply within 24 h, with no obligation.
Design your event in 3D
Compose your tent and its layout, with an instant interactive plan.
How it works
Let's build your event in 3 steps
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Étude & repérage
On analyse votre terrain, votre jauge et les contraintes d'accès. Pas de devis à l'aveugle, pas de mauvaise surprise sur place.
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Sélection & devis sous 24 h
On valide la structure, les options et un planning clair. Devis détaillé — transport, montage et démontage inclus.
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Montage la veille, démontage après
Nos équipes installent avant l'arrivée des invités, démontent une fois l'événement terminé. Le jour J vous appartient.
FAQ
Everything to know before hiring a tent for a opening
8 targeted answers to prepare your opening project: capacities, prices, regulations, logistics.
For light configurations (pop-up gazebo, pagoda tent), allow 2 to 4h of setup. For larger structures (crystal tent 200 m², marquee 400 m²), 6 to 12h. We always arrive the day before at the latest, sometimes the same morning for small formats.
Yes. On concrete, we use counterweight ballast (250 kg concrete blocks or water tanks) instead of stake anchoring. The ballast calculation takes into account the area, wind exposure and duration. It does no damage to the surface.
Yes, from 50 guests under a temporary structure. The declaration is mandatory (CERFA form or online application). For openings on the public highway, add the public-land occupation permit. We help with the administrative side.
The crystal tent or glasshouse closes fully in case of a shower while keeping the light. For the ribbon cutting, either it is moved under the tent or an extra canopy is provided. The sound system and furniture stay protected. Weather plan B confirmed 48h ahead.
Ideally 6 to 8 weeks for standard openings. In an emergency (a last-minute announcement), we can deploy a team in 10-15 days depending on fleet availability. Signature structures (premium crystal tent) need more lead time.
En haute saison (mai à septembre, surtout pour les mariages), nous recommandons de réserver 4 à 6 mois à l'avance pour avoir le choix complet du catalogue. En basse saison ou pour les événements corporate, 4 à 8 semaines suffisent généralement. Pour les projets urgents, nous évaluons les disponibilités au cas par cas et envoyons un devis détaillé sous 24h avec un plan d'exécution réaliste.
Notre catalogue couvre tous les formats : tente verrière et verrière cathédrale (prestige signature), orangerie (prestige grand siècle), chapiteau de 5 à 20 m de large, tente stretch nomade (tente berbère) de 50 à plus de 500 m², tente cristal transparente, tente silhouette (sailcloth), chapiteau bambou, tipi de réception, tente vélum, tente arquée, pagodes modulaires (3×3 m à 6×12 m), barnums, tentes pliantes, tentes rooftop, structures sur pont boisée, auvents, ainsi que hangars démontables, tentes de stockage et grands volumes pour les usages B2B. Capacité d'accueil de 20 à plus de 2 000 personnes.
Nous intervenons dans toute la France, avec une couverture prioritaire sur les grandes agglomérations (Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille, Nantes, Strasbourg, Toulouse, Lille, Nice…) et leurs périphéries dans un rayon de 50 km. Le transport et la coordination logistique sont intégrés dans chaque devis, sans frais cachés.