The world is an unpredictable place in which COVID-19 has uprooted the plans of many extravagant weddings. As the pandemic continues to pose safety hazards, many couples are choosing to pause or postpone their weddings. Others are choosing to pivot their original plan and host a more intimate ceremony in their own backyard.
Advantages of a Backyard Wedding
There are several benefits to having your wedding in your backyard, including:
Flexibility. There is no longer a need to abide by the wishes of the venue. Choose the date that works best for you, decorate however you want, include your family pets in the event. Your options are wide open!
Cost. Without the need to book a venue and by downsizing your guest list, you will end up saving money.
Intimacy. For safety concerns, limiting the number of attendees is necessary. However, this allows for more one-on-one time with those closest to you.
Permits
Depending on where you live and how large your wedding will be, you may be required to obtain a permit.
Reach out to your city about noise ordinances, fire codes, health department regulations, parking permits, and zoning issues.
Talk to your officiant to ensure they are willing to perform the ceremony. Some officiants are not allowed to perform ceremonies outside their place of worship.
Lastly, it is a good idea to forewarn your neighbors. The last thing you want is a disgruntled neighbor crashing your big day.
Logistics
When you no longer have someone else to do all the planning for you, details can begin to slip through the cracks.
Consider where the ceremony and reception will take place. Wedding arches create a beautiful frame for your ceremony.
Additional furniture to make sure your guests are comfortable
Pipe and drape for an added element of elegance
Hosting a backyard wedding can make your special day that much more wonderful. Get in touch with us today to secure any rentals you may need to transform your backyard for your special day.
Planning an event can quickly become overwhelming. Creating a checklist can help you to stay organized and on schedule for the day of the event. At Grimes Events and Party Tents, we aim to help our guests stay stress-free and happy so that they can get the most out of their experience. Here is a simplified checklist of things to consider when planning your next event:
Decide on a Date, Time, and Venue
Depending on the type of event, certain days or times may be considered more appropriate than others. Also, try to take into consideration the availability of your guests. Choosing a venue will depend on the type of event and how many guests you plan on inviting. Beyond those factors, you also want to consider location, parking, layout, features, accessibility, ambiance, and cost.
Invite Your Guests
Figure out how many people you want to invite and decide if there is a limit on how many guests you can allow based on the budget you created. Invite your guests with plenty of time to spare. If it is an open invitation to the public, make sure the event is well-promoted through outlets such as social media.
Choose the Food
Will you provide the food yourself or will you hire a caterer? What food will be served? Will there be allergy-friendly or vegetarian options? How will it be served? Would you prefer buffet-style or plated table service? If you choose to provide the food yourself, we offer catering equipment for rental that will keep your food fresh and make your life much easier.
Select the Décor
Regardless of the type of event you are planning, décor is a must. Maybe you choose to go with a theme or a specific color scheme. Consider the purpose of your event and the mood you are aiming to set.
Plan accordingly to help your guests stay safe and healthy while attending the event. Encourage your guests to follow all CDC guidelines including frequent hand washing, maintaining social distancing, wearing a mask, covering coughs and sneezes, regularly disinfecting, and monitoring overall health. Inform your guests that if they are feeling ill, they should not attend the event. Take initiative by providing masks and cleaning stations. Utilize rentals such as tents, restroom trailers, hand sanitizing stations, stanchions, and isolation dividers to help guests maintain social distancing.
Event planning is not for the faint of heart. Whether you are choosing to plan your own event or are considering hiring an event planner, we are happy to provide you with anything you need for the big day. Contact us at 561-853-8368 to inquire about what rentals we have to offer and how we can bring your event to the next level!
Over the last several months, countless events have been canceled in an attempt to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. With some states slowly considering reopening, a new normal will be defined as events begin happening again. What should you expect for the future of events? Here are a few things to keep in mind as we move forward:
Maintaining Social Distancing
Events in the foreseeable future will remain small and locally based. The footprint of events will need to be larger to accommodate for social distancing and will take place outdoors, allowing people to spread out. The use of pre-registration and check-in stations are encouraged to keep track of how many guests are attending an event. Take advantage of our chair, table, and lounge furniture rentals as they can be strategically placed to ensure your guests maintain proper social distancing.
Utilizing Technology
Technology will be a key component both before and during any future events. Through the use of websites and social media, you can maintain clear communication with guests, letting them know about any guidelines or restrictions that are set in place regarding the event. It is becoming increasingly popular to host hybrid events, where a small group of people attend the event itself and others attend virtually by using live streaming. Mobile apps and social media play a big part in bringing life to an event. Using hashtags and sharing photos or videos is a great way to keep everyone in the loop, even if they are unable to attend.
Safety Guidelines
Setting in place new safety measures is a must at any future events. Providing handwashing stations, hand sanitizer, gloves, and masks will help your guests feel safe as well as help to keep the venue clean. Depending on your event, you might consider having a dedicated cleaning crew to regularly sanitize any high traffic areas such as restrooms, tables, chairs, etc. If your event takes place outdoors, we now offer luxury restroom trailers for rental.
No one can know for certain when, or if, events will ever be the way that they used to. For the time being, the aforementioned aspects can be expected at events. At Grimes Events & Party Tents, we are here to help you prepare for your next event while ensuring safety. Contact us today at 561-853-8368 so that we can help you navigate this new norm.
As cities continue to make their way through the reopening phases, it is important for businesses to remain flexible. We are excited to partner with Downtown West Palm Beach to provide restaurants with the assistance they need to thrive during this transitional period.
Dining on The Spot
Phase 1 of reopening in Florida allows for restaurants to function at 50% capacity. As part of the effort to support the local economy, Downtown West Palm Beach created Dining on the Spot, an outdoor dining experience for restaurants in its downtown area allowing for expanded seating capacity. Following appropriate social distancing guidelines, we transformed downtown with tents, umbrella tables, and more to create a unique ambiance for each restaurant’s space. Sidewalks have been widened and some streets have been closed to create more outdoor dining opportunities. Alleyways and parking lots are soon to follow, expanding seating capacity further and allowing the community to enjoy their dining experiences once again. This long-term program comes at no cost to the restaurants and ensures CDC guidelines are in place while supporting community safety.
Available Rentals
Are you looking to expand your business outdoors? We offer hundreds of rental options to fit your needs and help you succeed during this transitional period. Rentals can include tents, umbrella tables, specialty tenting, outdoor carpeting, lighting, draping, and textures! All our rentals are offered in a variety of options for flexible functionality and style to meet your business needs. Tents and umbrellas offer shade during the day while lighting, draping, and textures can be added to create a unique atmosphere for your business. Fans are a great option for outdoor dining as they provide some much-needed relief from the Florida heat.
Reach out to us to discuss your options for expanding outdoors. We have everything you need including tents, tables, chairs, and more. The options are endless!
Grimes Events & Party Tents is excited to announce the addition of four new restroom trailers to our collection of party rentals!
Comfort and Luxury
Prioritize the comfort of your guests by renting a 3 stall, 5 stall, 9 stall, or ADA compliant single stall for your next event. These trailers have full-length doors, decorative flooring, upgraded lighting, air conditioning, and more! Furnished to give the aesthetics of an extravagant interior restroom, our restroom trailers are perfect for high-end events.
Ideal Sizes for Your Event
Whether your guest list is large or small, we have a restroom trailer to accommodate your event. If your guest list is under 225 people, we recommend our 3 stall restroom trailer, whereas our 9 stall trailer can accommodate up to 400 guests.
Accommodations for Everyone
Not only do we have a trailer to accommodate every event size, we can also accommodate every guest. Our ADA Single Stall has a ramp and allows those who cannot climb stairs the same luxurious experience. Our 9 stall and 3 stall trailers include stalls for both men and women.
Since we have been South Florida’s premier event rental company for over 20 years, we are so excited to offer another way for you to make your event unforgettable. Restrooms are often a pain point for event planners, so choosing one of our luxury restroom trailers can help alleviate any stress. Contact us to see how you can treat your guests to an experience that will make them feel comfortable throughout your event.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on May 4th that many restaurants in the state could reopen with full outdoor seating captivity, while indoor seating is capped at 25% percent. While restaurants embraced the good news, they might not have enough outdoor seating to fit the need and demands of hungry customers. This is where Grimes Events & Party Tents, South Florida’s premier source for all types of tents and outdoor seating can help.
Tents
Frame tents are ideal for restaurants due to their traditional classic design, cost efficiency and ability to easily expand to fit the needs of the business. Grimes offer two sizes ‘6-20’ Wide and ‘30-40’ Wide. Both sizes can put close to the restaurant as long as the surface is relatively leveled. Grimes is not just limited to Frame Tents, they also have side tents among many others.
Tables And Chairs
When it comes to chairs Grimes has a large selection of chairs to fit your restaurant’s needs. Let Grimes Events & Party tents help you get back up and running today! Feel free to give us a call at our main at 561. 853- 8368. If you are located in Boca or Deerfield please call us at 561- 921-7873. We are even available by email at [email protected]
Let Grimes Events & Party tents help you get back up and running today! Feel free to give us a call at our main at 561. 853- 8368. If you are located in Boca or Deerfield please call us at 561- 921-7873. We are even available by email at [email protected]
