A 20' x 40' (800 sq ft) tent can accommodate guests in various configurations depending on the type of event. Here's a clear breakdown of the capacity:
Event Type
Capacity
Sit-down Dinner (with tables)
66 people
Buffet-style Dinner
80 people
Cathedral (row) Seating
100 people
Stand-up / Cocktail Party
160 people
Notes:
Sit-down dinners require the most space per person due to tables and chairs.
Buffet-style allows for slightly more people because buffet stations reduce table space.
Cathedral seating (like at weddings or seminars) uses rows of chairs only.
Cocktail parties assume limited or no seating, allowing for maximum capacity.
