The sight of a circus tent can conjure up magical childhood memories,
but these days they are not so common with many circuses now using
indoor arenas. However, many corporate groups are now hiring circus
tents to host special events and client functions because they provide a
carnival or fun outdoor venue.The first circus tent was used in America in 1825. Until then, the word "circus" didn't signify the show. It meant the temporary wood and canvas building where the show took place. Circuses perform in rings or on stages that are set up in buildings or under large tents called Circus Tents. Some of these tents are bigger than a football field, since, some circuses have one ring while others have several rings and stages of entertainment taking place at one time.
Although many circuses have moved into indoor arenas in the last several decades, several shows still travel under canvas throughout the world. Circus tents are large enough to host any large group including, weddings, revivals or other gatherings. Circus tents are available in 18 oz, 13 oz weight fabric. They come in a variety of colors, and are constructed out of vinyl fabric, which is very sturdy.
Types of Circus Tents
Circus Tent has center poles, quarter poles, and perimeter poles. These tents need to be staked to the ground, and as a result, need clearance around their sides. Traditionally, smaller canvas circus tents are referred to as push pole tents this is because they can be erected by simply pushing all of the poles under the canvas. Large old style circus tents are usually erected by the bale ring method. This involves metal or wooden stakes being driven into the ground around the circumference of the tent. A marquee, which is a small entrance tent, may be added at the main entrance to provide a sheltered entry for the public.
Every kind of circus tent is raised up by being attached to the ground and then hoisted upwards by the pulleys on the center poles. Quarter poles are next to be put in place under the canvas and pulled upright, followed by the side poles, which go around the complete circumference of the circus tent. The last part of the tent to be attached is the sidewall, flat canvas panels, which are secured around the perimeter of the tent.
