Traditionally, spring was viewed as a time of renewal and rebirth. Winter is over. Flowers bloom and fields are planted.
However, spring has a shortage of holidays that make for natural reasons to party. From the spring equinox in late March to the summer solstice in June, there is only one nationally celebrated holiday — Memorial Day. And even Memorial Day is more associated with the end of the school year and the beginning of summer than a spring holiday. Nevertheless, here are five reasons to host an outdoor party this spring:
Spring Wedding
Most weddings are now held in the late summer and early fall, with October, September, and August the first, second, and fifth most popular months for weddings, respectively. However, spring's May and June are the third and fourth most popular wedding months.
These choices are natural for a few reasons. June is historically viewed as an auspicious time to marry since it is associated with Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth. Moreover, the lack of holidays in May and June mean that a wedding in these months is less likely to interfere with guests' prior plans. May and June also mark the end of the school year, which allows the couple to marry after graduation.
In most of the U.S., May and June are warm enough for hosting an outdoor event. Tent rentals can be used to take advantage of spring weather for the wedding and wedding reception.
However, wedding tent rentals are an easy way to provide cover for guests in case of inclement weather as well. Spring weather can be volatile, with heat, wind, and rain all potentially threatening a spring wedding. Many rental services that offer tent rentals also offer heating and air conditioning systems to maintain a comfortable environment for tented events. Keep in mind that the average number of wedding guests is 136 people according to The Knot's 2014 Real Weddings Study, so make sure you choose tent rentals that can accommodate everyone if the weather turns bad.
Easter Egg Hunt
While not every child celebrates Easter, every child enjoys an Easter egg hunt. Easter eggs have been documented as far back as the 1200s, although they may have originated much earlier.
Easter egg hunting and rolling have been traditional children's activities for at least 100 years. The first official White House Easter egg roll happened in 1878 on the White House lawn and has been an annual tradition ever since, with periodic breaks during wars and White House construction.
This tradition is often accompanied by food, games, and a get-together with family and friends. Tent rentals can provide a place to rest for the little ones and a place to socialize for their parents.
End of Winter
There is nothing more satisfying for many people than surviving another winter. An end of winter party can be an opportunity to get the family together for a reunion, gather neighbors for a block party, or just an excuse to absorb some sun and toss a baseball around with some friends.
Tent rentals not only provide a place to gather, but they can also provide a good place to serve a meal. The end of winter means the beginning of cookout season, so a gathering to celebrate the first grilled burgers, steaks, or hot dogs might be the perfect way to say goodbye to winter weather.
Baby Showers
More babies are born in late summer than any other time of the year. This means that spring is baby shower season for many expectant mothers. An outdoor baby shower is a good way to celebrate the upcoming addition to the family.
Tent rentals can provide the perfect canvas for a baby shower's theming and decorating. And the outdoor venue lets the adults celebrate while children play nearby.
Spring Break
No one says that your spring party needs to be in your backyard. Rent a local park or beach and hold a spring break party under a rental tent. There is no better way to blow off steam than an outdoor party with food, sports, and a few adult beverages. Tent rental companies can even string lights in case your party runs all night.
Tent rentals are perfect for outdoor events to celebrate spring, and spring weather, regardless of the occasion.