Event Marquee for Sale — Functions, Expos, Fundraisers & School Events
Looking for an event marquee for sale you can roll out year after year? Whether it's a corporate function, a trade-show stand, a P&F fundraiser or the school fete, a marquee you own is the most useful thing on the run sheet — set it up, brand it, store it, repeat. Below is a straight-talking guide to picking the right size for your event and putting it to work.
Best event marquees: 3×12m shelter & 3×9m marquee
For event work, two sizes do most of the heavy lifting:
- 3×12m Event Shelter (Anthracite) — 36m² in a sharp dark finish that photographs well next to corporate branding. Holds roughly 60 standing, 40 seated, or 24 dining. Long and walkable, so it's ideal for an expo run, a registration zone, a row of trestle tables, or a covered walkway between spaces.
- 3×9m Marquee (White) — 27m² of clean white cover, the workhorse for fundraisers, school events and outdoor functions. Holds about 45 standing, 30 seated, or 18 dining. White walls bounce light, take vinyl banners easily, and keep food and people comfortable in the sun.
Both run on a rust-free aluminium frame with full removable side walls, so you can open them up on a still day or wall them in if the weather turns. Not sure which footprint fits? Run the numbers in our marquee size calculator.
What size for how many people?
Event capacity depends on the layout, not just the floor area. Standing crowds pack tight (~0.6m² each); seated rows need ~0.9m²; a sit-down meal needs ~1.5m² per head. Add about 25% extra if you're fitting a stage, dance floor, bar or buffet. Here's the quick reference:
| Marquee | Area | Standing | Seated rows | Dining | Typical event use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3×6m | 18m² | ~30 | ~20 | ~12 | Small stalls, sign-in desks |
| 3×9m | 27m² | ~45 | ~30 | ~18 | Fundraisers, school events |
| 3×12m | 36m² | ~60 | ~40 | ~24 | Expos, corporate functions |
| 10×5m | 50m² | ~80+ | ~55 | ~33 | Galas, large dinners |
Running a bigger event? Buy two of the same size and line them up end-to-end for a continuous covered run — handy for expo halls and market days.
Who it's for
- Businesses & expos — a branded stand, demo space or hospitality zone you own and reuse every show. The anthracite 3×12m looks the part next to corporate signage.
- Schools & clubs — fetes, sports carnivals, sausage sizzles, presentation days. One marquee covers every event on the calendar, season after season.
- Fundraisers & community groups — markets, charity days and pop-up stalls. Buy once and it's always on hand for the next one.
Branding & setup tips
- Brand it. White and anthracite walls both take vinyl banners, flags and bunting — zip-tie or clip your signage to the frame for an instant branded stand.
- Weigh it down. On hard ground (car parks, courtyards) use weight plates or filled bags on every leg — wind is the number-one risk at outdoor events.
- Plan the flow. Open opposite walls for a walk-through expo layout; wall in three sides for a stage or food zone.
- Store it smart. Each marquee packs into a wheeled bag — keep it in the storeroom or shed so it's always on hand and ready to roll out for the next event.
Availability & how to order
Order online and your marquee is dispatched in ~2 days with free delivery Australia-wide. Our smallest pop-up, the 3×3m, is currently out of stock — email us to be notified when it returns. Browse the full range any time at shop all marquees.
Planning a function and want a hand matching a marquee to your guest numbers and layout? Email support@brisbanemarqueesales.com.au — tell us the event and headcount and we'll point you to the right size.
View the 3×12m Event Shelter → | View the 3×9m Marquee →
Common questions
What size marquee do I need for a corporate event or expo?
For most expos and corporate functions a 3×12m event shelter (36m²) is the sweet spot — it holds roughly 60 standing, 40 seated or 24 dining, and its long footprint suits registration desks, demo runs and covered walkways. For smaller functions and fundraisers a 3×9m marquee (27m², ~45 standing) is ideal. Add about 25% extra floor space if you're fitting a stage, bar or buffet, or use our marquee size calculator for an exact number.
Can I brand an event marquee for my business or school?
Yes. Both the white and anthracite side walls take vinyl banners, flags and bunting, and you can zip-tie or clip signage directly to the aluminium frame for an instant branded stand. Because you own the marquee, you can re-fit the same branding at every event.
How fast can I get an event marquee delivered?
Order online and your marquee is dispatched in about 2 days with free delivery Australia-wide. Order ahead of your event date to be safe. The 3×3m pop-up gazebo is currently out of stock — email support@brisbanemarqueesales.com.au to be notified when it's back.
Will an event marquee hold up to wind and rain outdoors?
The frames are rust-free aluminium and the covers are waterproof and UV-treated, with full removable side walls you can close against wind and rain or open up on a fine day. Always weigh down every leg with weight plates or filled bags on hard ground — wind is the main risk at outdoor events.
Can I join two marquees together for a bigger event?
Yes — buying two of the same size and lining them up end-to-end gives you a continuous covered run, which works well for expo halls, market days and large functions. Owning your marquees means you can scale the layout to suit each event.