Does Your Event Have a Rain Plan???

I can’t tell you how many wedding and event planners called us this weekend looking for a tent during South Texas’ sporadic rain storms!

The National Weather Advisory says that 2009 is the year of El Nino: http://www.cpc.noaa.gov/products/analysis_monitoring/enso_advisory/ensodisc.html Which means Fall and Winter of this year will be wet and cool. Let Illusions Rentals help you with all your cold and wet weather needs!

We have everything from umbrella heaters and generators to small pop up tents and extra large Hoecker tents. All tents have wall options that will keep the cold and wet air out. Lighting and air circulation are necessary in tents but we also enjoy adding special draping and visual effects when possible. Surprisingly the final product on some tent creations can be more flattering than an actual venue (and makes your event completely unique!).

Here are some things to keep in mind when planning a fall or winter event:

- Check the weather forecast continuously beginning 2 months before the event. If you are really concerned about your event, start checking the weather every day beginning 4 weeks before the event!

- If you think you may need a tent – call and reserve a tent as soon as possible. If it doesn’t rain, you may lose your deposit but that’s a lot less than losing your entire event in a torrential down pour!

- Don’t forget flooring: If it’s raining outside will your guests be walking in mud? Illusions Rentals has flooring options you may want to consider

- In case of cold weather: consider umbrella heaters for localized areas such as patios or small-tented areas. Large tents may require a larger heating system.

- If you are hosting an indoor event: Will you guests be walking into your event in the rain? Consider tented walkways into the venue, tenting a parking area or carpeting near the entrance to prevent slippery floors throughout the event.

Best of Luck with your Fall and Winter events and be sure to call Illusions Rentals for assistance with your rain plan. 210-223-2742 ask for Laurie!

---by Rachel Kellar