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Title: Events Guys Unpacks the Marquee vs Stretch Tent Decision for South African Events

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, 23rd Jan 2026 – Events Guys, a South Africa-based event infrastructure and production company, has released an in-depth perspective on how organisers can navigate one of the most fundamental outdoor planning choices: whether a traditional marquee or a Bedouin-style stretch tent is better suited to their event.Drawing on years of experience providing tenting, staging, flooring and technical support for weddings, festivals, corporate functions and public events, the company outlines the structural, aesthetic and practical differences between these two leading options in the local market.Marquees as Structured, Controlled EnvironmentsAccording to Events Guys, marquee tents remain the preferred option when event planners require a clearly defined, controllable interior environment that functions almost like a temporary building.​Marquees typically feature:A rectilinear footprint, with clear-span or pole-supported structures that create predictable layouts for seating, staging and catering.Sidewalls, doors and optional internal partitioning, allowing organisers to manage light, sound, temperature and access more tightly than in open-sided tents.A strong association with formal banqueting, gala dinners, exhibitions and conferences that require infrastructure-heavy setups such as trussing, AV rigs and large catering stations.This more architectural character makes marquees well suited to:Corporate events and product launches where branding, presentation screens and controlled lighting are central requirements.Weddings and receptions needing symmetrical layouts, chandeliers, draping and flooring similar to an indoor venue.Multi-day events where weather consistency, secure overnight setups and predictable logistics are priorities.In many case...

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