Events in Autumn can be tricky as you face a variety of weather conditions. Here are Event Marquees top tips to make your event run smoothly.

1. Hosting Events in Transitions Seasons
Autumn is finally here, after a long hot summer, and it’s beautiful and popular time to hold an
event. However with being hot and sunny one minute, rainy the next, and throwing in the
cooler evenings, how do you make sure your event is comfortable for your guests.
Have options
At this time of year it is important to make sure you have all your bases covered.
Think about what you will do for a sunny and warm day, cool and windy and a rainy one.
And sometimes all in the space of one day! Make sure your space is flexible enough to have
everyone inside if the weather is not good. It is good to draw up a couple of alternative
floorplans to suit.
At this time of year your guests will be thankful for a space that at all times is warm and
inviting, whatever the weather.
Sunny and Warm
 Marquee sides all open
 Welcome drinks outside, but consider extending your floor space to avoid sinking
high heels
 Large outdoor umbrellas to provide shade
 Transition to inside as the day cools
 Check the forecast to see if you will need heaters - it’s better to have them in case,
than have chilly guests!
Cool and Windy
 All sides closed, except one away from the wind
 Heaters for both the outside area and inside

2. Rainy
 Heaters turned on inside with enough time to warm up the venue
 Blankets on chairs
 Area for guests to shed and store their raincoats and umbrellas
 Have a lounge area for guests to mingle, not just set seating
 Create special space with our unique curved bar and comfy ottomans for arrival drink
(or two!)
Make the most of the day
Events in transition seasons benefit from a timetable that makes the most of the season.
Consider having your event in the early afternoon to make the most of the sun. This will then
turn into a gorgeous photo opportunity as the sun sets, before the guests come inside.
Light it up!
One thing great about it getting darker earlier, is you can have so much fun with your lighting
and make it a focus of your styling.
Consider creating a dramatic entrance with a long aisle into your venue, lined with lanterns or
even a fairy light tunnel.
Then inside create a lasting impression with these great ideas.
Here to help
Event Marquees has helped with thousands of events, in all weather conditions, and can help
you make sure yours is a success. Get in touch now.