Tents and Canopies
By the Team Tents crew· Notice Me Marketing & Media · Updated
Pop-up canopies for markets, sidelines, and events, printed full color with your logo. Add zip-on sidewalls and a canopy becomes a tent. Compare the types, sizes, and weather ratings below, or jump straight to the shop.
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Shop Tents and Canopies
Custom printed 10×10 canopies start at $850, including graphic design, the frame, and shipping. Other sizes are quoted within one business day.
10x10 Canopy Tents
The standard market, tailgate, and sideline size. One person sets it up in under five minutes.
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10x20 Canopy Tents
Double booths, team bases, and finish lines. 50mm hex aluminum frame, two-person setup.
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Custom Printed Canopies
Your logo on the top and valance, with graphic design included on every order.
Design yours →
Sidewalls & Replacement Tops
Zip-on printed walls that turn a canopy into a tent, plus new tops for the frame you own.
Shop sidewalls →More ways to shop: pop up tents for sale, portable canopy tents, pop up canopies with sides, tailgate tents, replacement canopy tops, and table covers.
What is the difference between a tent and a canopy?
A canopy is an open-sided shelter with a roof that provides shade and light rain cover, while a tent usually has walls or can be fitted with sidewalls for fuller enclosure. Canopies set up faster and suit markets and sports events. Tents suit longer events needing wind, privacy, or weather protection.
The line blurs with pop-ups. A Team Tents canopy is open on all four sides out of the box; zip on printed sidewalls and the same frame works as a tent. That's why one frame can cover a sunny Saturday market and a windy Friday night game.
Types of Tents and Canopies
Four styles cover most events. Here's how they differ, and which ones we make.
Pop-Up Canopies
A folding scissor-truss frame with the top already attached. You walk the frame open, raise the legs, and anchor it. Pop-ups are built for repeat events: markets, tailgates, sidelines, and booths that go up and come down the same day.
Compare pop up tent canopies →Frame Tents
Separate poles and fittings assembled into a frame, with a vinyl top tensioned over it. Frame tents have no center poles, cover larger spaces, and are usually staked or ballasted for multi-day use. Team Tents does not sell frame tents; they are mostly rented with a setup crew.
Party and Wedding Tents
Large frame or pole tents sized for seated guests, often with sidewalls, lighting, and flooring. Most are rented and installed by a tent company. A printed pop-up still has a place at a wedding as a welcome tent, bar, or gift table.
See event canopies →Custom Printed Canopies
A pop-up canopy with your logo, colors, and message dye-sublimation printed on the top and valance. This is what Team Tents makes: 10×10, 10×15, and 10×20 canopies on hex aluminum frames, with printed sidewalls to match.
See custom canopy tents →| Type | Setup Time | Typical Size | Wind & Rain | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pop-up canopy | Under 5 min; 1 person (10×10) or 2 (10×20) | 10×10, 10×15, 10×20 | Sun and rain; our 50mm frame is rated to 50 mph anchored | Markets, sports, tailgates, booths |
| Frame tent | Hours; usually a crew | Larger spans, often rented | Built for multi-day use when staked or ballasted | Festivals, long installs, big crowds |
| Party / wedding tent | Hours; usually a rental crew | Sized by guest count | Full enclosure with walls; depends on the rental | Weddings, seated dinners |
| Custom printed canopy | Under 5 min, same as a pop-up | 10×10, 10×15, 10×20 | Waterproof 600D polyester; walls add wind and rain cover | Brands, teams, schools, vendors |
Tent and Canopy Sizing Guide
Headcounts use common event-planning rules of thumb: about 8 sq ft per standing guest and about 12 sq ft per seated guest. Tables and displays take space away.
| Size | Area | Standing | Seated | Fits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10x10 | 100 sq ft | About 12 | About 8 | One 6-ft or 8-ft table with room to stand |
| 10x15 | 150 sq ft | About 18 | About 12 | Two 6-ft tables end to end |
| 10x20 | 200 sq ft | About 25 | About 16 | Two 8-ft or three 6-ft tables along the back |
Need more cover than one canopy? Set two 10×20s side by side, or see how a 10x20 canopy lays out for a team or a double booth.
How to Choose the Right Tent or Canopy
Five things to settle before you buy. Want our short list? See the best pop up canopy picks by use.
Guest count and size
Start with the space you're assigned. Most markets and lots sell 10×10 spots. Then check the headcount in the sizing guide below, and size up to a 10×20 if people and tables have to share the shade.
Weather and anchoring
Anchor every leg before anything else: weights or sandbags on pavement, stakes on grass, tie-downs where you can. Our 50mm frame is rated to 50 mph when anchored; the 40mm frame is for typical and shaded venues.
Frame material (steel vs. aluminum)
Steel frames are cheaper and heavier, and rust once the coating chips. Aluminum is lighter and won't rust. Our frames are 40mm or 50mm hex aluminum; pick 50mm for daily use or windy sites.
Top fabric and waterproofing
Look for a coated polyester top, not just "water-resistant." Our canopies and walls are 600D PU polyester: waterproof, UV-resistant, and flame retardant.
Budget
Retail steel canopies cost less up front but are built for occasional use. A custom printed Team Tents 10×10 starts at $850 with graphic design, the frame, and shipping included. Other sizes are quoted within one business day.
Popular Uses
Markets and Vendors
A 10×10 fits the standard stall. A printed back wall blocks the afternoon sun.
10x10 canopy →Sports and Team Sidelines
School-color shade for the bench, gear, and water. A 10×20 covers the full team.
10x20 canopy →Weddings
Welcome tents, bars, and gift tables. Rent the big tent; print the small one.
Custom pop up tents →Trade Shows
10×10 and 10×20 booth pads with a printed back wall and matching table cover.
Sidewalls →Pick a Size. We'll Price It Today.
Tell us the size, frame, quantity, and any walls. Graphic design is included, and a real person replies with pricing within one business day.
Tent and Canopy FAQs
Are pop-up canopies waterproof?
Some are, and some are only water-resistant, so check the fabric and coating before you buy. Team Tents canopies and sidewalls are 600D PU polyester, which is waterproof, UV-resistant, and flame retardant. In steady rain, tilt one corner lower so water runs off instead of pooling on the top.
How many people fit under a 10x10 canopy?
A 10x10 canopy covers 100 square feet. Using common event-planning rules of thumb, that fits about 12 people standing or about 8 seated. With a vendor table and display inside, plan for two or three people working the booth. Size up to a 10x20 for a team or a seated group.
How do I anchor a canopy in wind?
Anchor every leg before you do anything else: weights or sandbags on pavement, stakes on grass, and tie-down ropes from the corners where you can. Lower the legs in gusts and add sidewalls only after anchoring. Our 50mm frame is rated to 50 mph anchored; take the canopy down above that.
How do I clean and store a canopy?
Brush off dirt, then clean the top with mild soap, water, and a soft brush. Skip bleach and pressure washers. Let the canopy dry completely before it goes back in the bag, because packing it wet causes mildew. Store the bag indoors, off the ground, and away from direct sun.