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Marquee Hire for Christmas Parties

So, you’re looking around your living room or office and trying to imagine where all the people will sit. Even if they stand it’s going to be cramped, right? If this is you during each year’s festive season it’s time you change your perspective. Don’t look inside the read more

5 Unusual Uses For a Marquee

“Marquee” and “party” are two words people usually associate together. Marquees are undoubtedly one of the most popular venue options for parties, weddings and corporate events. However, their uses don’t stop there. A little thinking outside of the box opens up a whole host of new uses for read more

Tips for Planning the Perfect Summer Party in Your Garden

Garden parties have always been a hugely popular affair in the U.S., from the formal summer soiree to the all American BBQ party. That trend has made its way across the water in recent years with garden parties now in full flow in Ireland once the summer weather read more

5 Tips For The Perfect Beach Wedding

Ever been captivated by a beach wedding scene in a movie? Found yourself mesmerised at a beach side wedding abroad? If so, you’ll be delighted to know that beach weddings are no longer just a dream wedding scene for couples in Ireland. Finally, we are finding ourselves experiencing prolonged dry read more

How to Plan the Perfect BBQ Party this Summer

Winter has retreated to another part of the world and summer fun has arrived so it’s time to kick off your boots, take out the flip-flops and bust out the invitations. That’s right; it’s time for a BBQ party! Summertime Party Planning is Simpler than You Think Summer is all read more

How to Decorate a Marquee for a Communion

May is the month for First Holy Communions. It’s the beginning of Summer and the weather is just about nice enough to hold a communion party outside. If you have decided to host your child’s communion party in a marquee and you want to make it perfect, memorable and a little extra special, here read more

Alternative Party Venue Ideas for a Confirmation

Confirmation celebrations are a huge deal in Ireland and venues can book up pretty quickly, some even a year or two in advance. With thousands of children receiving confirmation every year, dining out in a local bar, hotel or restaurant simply isn’t an option for everybody, as these kinds of read more

5 Tips to Planning a Corporate Event

Whether it’s a company rewards night, a team building event or a charity fundraiser, planning any successful corporate event takes time and a lot of effort. That said; when the planning is broken down into actionable steps, it’s really not that big of a task and the benefits of holding read more

How To Heat Your Marquee

There’s a lot to consider when you are hosting an event in a marquee, and one of the most essential factors to consider is keeping the temperature in your marquee at a comfortable level. There’s nothing that will kill a party faster than a bunch of freezing guests or guests who read more

The Ultimate Wedding Marquee Guide

Are you breaking away from the traditional mould and hosting your big day in a wedding marquee? If so, you won’t be disappointed as marquee weddings are classy and beautiful and they also provide a fabulous venue for celebrations. As with all elements of your big day, however, success is all read more

Christmas Party Planning Checklist

With the festive season just around the corner, the whole country is slowly turning their attention from work and responsibilities to Christmas shopping and partying. If you’ve decided to throw a last minute Christmas party of your own this year – whether it’s for family and friends or your employees read more

Top Tips For Planning A Communion Party

A First Communion is an important time in the life of any young Catholic, and it’s important to plan a communion party that they can look back on to remember it as the happy memory that it should be. The first communion party is different to other parties children are read more

Guide to Renting the Right Dance Floor for Your Marquee

Weddings, birthday parties, hen and stag parties, garden soirees, BBQs, corporate events – no matter what event you are organising, the most preferred venue of choice is fast becoming one of the most simple and flexible options – a marquee. If you have never hired a marquee for an event read more

Ideas When Hiring Marquees For Corporate Events

Let’ be honest, corporate events are never the top of our social calendars. The fact that so many people miss the mark in creating awesome corporate events just furthers the unwillingness of many participants. At the end of the day however, corporate events are important for your company – whether read more

How Does A Marquee Help You Save Money?

Events are expensive, and if you have one coming up, then chances are that you are trying to keep the costs as low as possible. Whether you are having a corporate event, a wedding, a big birthday or simply a large get together – you will have to think of read more

Advantages of a Marquee Wedding

Your wedding day is YOUR day so you should be able to celebrate it anywhere you want. And by that, we mean absolutely anywhere! Traditional wedding venues don’t allow for much flexibility when it comes to location but with a marquee wedding, you’re in full control. Ultimate flexibility The best read more

How to Decorate a Marquee for a Christening

A christening is a special day of celebration. It’s a day where family comes together to show their love and support for the little one being christened and his/her family. More and more people are choosing to hire a marquee for christening celebrations rather than hitting their local pub/hotel for the day, read more

Ideas for Marquee Lighting

Whether you’re hiring a marquee for your wedding celebrations or for a special party, you’ll want to create a festive atmosphere that befits the occasion. One of the ways to add ambience and glitz to your marquee is with the use of proper lighting. From fairy lights and chandeliers to functional lighting, read more

Which Marquee is Right for my Event?

If you’re planning a special celebration, and you want to hire a marquee, you may find yourself bewildered by the choice of marquees available. Whether you’re looking for a marquee for your wedding, you want to hire a marquee for a birthday or anniversary party or you need a marquee read more

How to Choose Furnishings for a Marquee

If you have decided to hire a marquee for your next big event, the next thing you’ll have to think about is what kind of furnishings you want to have. And while this might sound like a bit of a no-brainer, it’s not! The furnishings you choose will ultimately add to the read more

Marquee Hire FAQs

Wedding, birthday parties, barbeques, christenings, hen do’s, corporate events – marquees have become THE venue for all special occasions. Equipped to brave the elements, customisable to your own preferences and with the ability to be erected almost everywhere (flat surfaces are best!), it’s no surprise that you’ve got read more

Why Hire a Marquee for Your Corporate Event

Are you planning an important corporate event with the aim of making a really positive impression on your guests? If so, know that nothing will achieve that more than a successful event in a great venue. When it comes to venues, rather than going down the traditional route read more

Types of Marquees

Marquees are the super-convenient, versatile and hassle-free solution to space constraints when you are throwing a party or celebration. If you are tight on space in your home or on your property, a marquee can instantly double the available space for your party guests, making them feel much read more

History of Marquees

Marquees have become hugely popular in Ireland in the past 10 years. Without consciously thinking it, you’ve most likely seen these tent-like structures that are used to house circuses, exhibitions and large gatherings of people in lots of different places. It kind of feels like they’ve been around read more

Why Hire a Marquee and not a Pub

Marquees have become hugely popular in Ireland in recent years. Being portable and resistant to the Irish weather means they can be used for literally any type of event. Pubs were once the only option in which to hold functions but people are now seeing the many benefits of marquees read more

Wedding Marquee Hire Tips

If you found the ideal romantic spot for hosting a wedding, marquee hire will make it possible for you to make your wedding dream come true. As with any major project, however, there are plenty of things that could go wrong if you don’t prepare properly. So with read more

Plan the Perfect Outdoor Wedding with a Marquee

Outdoor weddings have become massively popular in recent years. Many years ago, outdoor weddings were only seen in movies and on TV but that’s all changed now. Despite our very changeable weather, couples from all corners of Ireland are choosing to exchange rings and celebrate their union in read more

Why Marquee Hire is More Fun for Private Parties

Thinking of throwing a private party? If so, you’ll need to pull out all the stops to make sure you give your guests a night they won’t forget. Private party has a certain connotation to it and your guests expect nothing but the best. That’s why you should read more

Hire a Marquee rather than a Hotel for your Wedding

You’ve set the date and now you’re excitedly planning the big day. When it comes to the wedding reception, no doubt you already have a vision in your mind about how you want it to be. Whether you want a casual, fun affair or something far more formal, read more

Why a Marquee Suits a Winter Wedding

When one thinks of a winter wedding, the first thing that will probably come to mind is a perfect winter wonderland scene that’s comprised of a bright blue sky and a blanket of soft snow. However perfect that sounds – and it really does sound perfect – many read more

Why a Marquee Party is Perfect for your Corporate Event

When you think of hiring a marquee, you may do so in the context of hosting a garden party or even a wedding. However, did you know that marquees are also available for hire and extremely popular when it comes to corporate events? When organising a corporate event, read more

How To Arrange a Summer BBQ Garden Party

Summer is officially here and it is time to get out and enjoy the warm weather that this glorious season usually brings. One of the great joys of summer is the ability to hold outdoor barbeques and garden parties where one can entertain their family and friends while read more

5 Extras that will complete your Wedding Marquee

So you’ve made the choice and opted for marquee hire as your wedding venue – congratulations! A wedding marquee is the perfect choice for couples that are looking for something truly unique and unforgettable for their wedding day. And with a beautiful marquee, you have the fantastic opportunity to imprint read more

Why Marquees Make Awesome Wedding Venues

When it comes to choosing an all-important wedding venue, marquees are fast becoming an increasingly popular option for brides and grooms all over the country. Gone are the days when a marquee wedding meant a damp and breezy tent-like structure with a few tables and chairs. Nowadays, a wedding marquee read more

Wedding Planning Timeline

Given the scale of the task of organising your wedding, you should give yourself plenty of time to ensure the availability of the elements that you’d like to include in your big day. Giving yourself as much time as possible will also ensure that the final run-up to read more

Wedding Planning Checklist

It’s only when you begin to organise your wedding that you’ll realise the overwhelming amount of things that need to be looked after. Everything from the venue right down to the guest favours must be planned, arranged and organised by you. For that reason, one of the most read more

4 Top Marquee Party Décor Ideas

As more and more people are now looking to other types of venues to hold events and celebrations, marquee parties are becoming a very popular option for many different reasons. Marquees are now being used to celebrate weddings, anniversary festivities and birthday parties as well as holding charity events and corporate functions. read more

Top 10 Party Planning Tips

Planning a party can be a daunting prospect, especially if you’re the unorganised type. Finding a suitable venue, organising the food and booking some fitting entertainment – there can seem like there is an endless list of tasks to get through before the big event. However true this read more

5 things to Ask When Hiring a Marquee for a Wedding

Planning a wedding is no easy task. There are so many things that have to be organised; from hiring a venue and accommodation for your guests, deciding on a vehicle to drive you to and from the ceremony, right down to getting the best table decorations. If your read more

Make the Most Out of Your Corporate Events This Summer

Corporate events are an integral part of business and serve to leave a positive and lasting impression of your company on both your existing and potential customers and clients. Every company wants their corporate event to be memorable, impressive and fun even – and they can be! You read more

Tips When Planning a Private Party

Planning a party can be a daunting task, because you have to make sure that everything is in place and perfect on the day/night. Private parties can range from a small get together to a bigger once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Whatever the reason for your party, you most definitely will read more

5 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Marquee

Marquees are a very popular choice of “venue” for many events including weddings, parties, luncheons and more. They are very versatile, allowing you to host your event pretty much anywhere you like, no matter the weather. They can prove to be a more affordable option than hiring out read more

5 Tips When Hiring a Marquee For A Party

If you plan on hosting a party, you may find that a marquee can prove to be one of the most affordable options. Rather than hosting your special occasion in a local bar, restaurant or club, why not host it in your own back garden? It is certainly read more

Decoration Tips for Your Wedding Marquee

A wedding marquee, just like any wedding venue, can be decorated, to your needs and desires. Wedding colour schemes, table layouts and flower arrangements can all easily be adhered to. Having said this, there are some key tips to remember when decorating a marquee specifically for a wedding. read more

Wedding Marquees – Whatever the Weather

The rise in popularity of the use of marquees as wedding “venues” has been phenomenal in recent years. After all, they are far less expensive than a hotel venue. If you always dreamed of staging your wedding in the gardens where the proposal took place, a wedding marquee read more