When thousands of readers, authors, publishers, and book lovers come together for the Bookmarks Festival of Books & Authors, creating a successful event takes more than great programming. It takes careful planning, reliable logistics, and the right event infrastructure.

That’s where Tent Guys of Charlotte, NC comes in.

After providing extensive tenting and event rental equipment for the 2025 Bookmarks Festival of Books & Authors in Winston-Salem, Tent Guys is set to return as the tent provider for the upcoming September 2026 festival.

From Intimate Spaces To A Full Festival Footprint

The 2025 festival required a substantial variety of temporary structures to accommodate the many activities taking place throughout the event.

Tent Guys provided a 30′ × 40′ frame tent, a 30′ × 45′ TT hip-end frame tent, a 40′ × 60′ TT hip-end frame tent, and (82) 10′ × 10′ frame tents, along with additional event rental products.

That’s a significant event setup—and one that demonstrates the ability to provide tenting solutions for everything from individual vendor spaces to large gathering areas.

The combination of different tent sizes and configurations allows a large festival to create comfortable, functional spaces for vendors, exhibitors, authors, attendees, volunteers, and event activities.

Why Professional Event Tenting Matters

For an outdoor festival, tents aren’t simply a visual addition. They can play an important role in the overall guest experience.

Well-planned tenting can provide:

• Shade and protection for attendees and vendors
• Defined spaces for exhibitors and activities
• Comfortable areas for guests to gather
• Professional presentation for sponsors and vendors
• Flexible event space that can adapt to a large festival footprint

When an event involves dozens of exhibitors and thousands of visitors, having the right tent configuration—and a company capable of handling the logistics—is essential.

82 Tents For One Festival

One of the most notable aspects of Tent Guys’ 2025 Bookmarks Festival setup was the 82 individual 10′ × 10′ frame tents.

A large number of smaller tents can transform an open festival area into an organized marketplace, giving individual vendors or exhibitors their own designated spaces while maintaining a cohesive event layout.

Combined with the larger frame and hip-end tents, the setup created a variety of environments throughout the festival grounds.

Returning For Bookmarks 2026

The fact that Tent Guys is returning for the September 2026 Bookmarks Festival speaks to the importance of continuity when planning a major event.

Large festivals require vendors who understand that successful event execution is about much more than delivering equipment. Timing, setup, breakdown, coordination, safety, and attention to detail all matter.

Having an experienced tent provider familiar with the event can make the planning process easier for organizers and provide confidence that the infrastructure will be ready when attendees arrive.

Tent Guys: Helping Charlotte And Beyond Create Memorable Events

Although Tent Guys is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, its work with the Bookmarks Festival demonstrates its ability to support large-scale events beyond the Charlotte area.

From a single tent for a private gathering to extensive tenting for a major festival, the right event rental partner can help turn an open outdoor space into a functional and welcoming event environment.

As the 2026 Bookmarks Festival of Books & Authors approaches in September, Tent Guys will once again be part of the behind-the-scenes infrastructure helping bring one of Winston-Salem’s major literary celebrations to life.

For event organizers planning festivals, corporate events, community gatherings, weddings, or other outdoor occasions, Tent Guys’ work at Bookmarks offers a compelling example of how professional tenting and event rentals can help create an event that works—from the first guest arrival to the final breakdown.

Planning an upcoming event? The right tenting solution can make all the difference. Whether you need a single frame tent or a large-scale event setup, professional planning and dependable equipment are essential to creating a successful outdoor experience. Contact tent guys today to find out how we can help you with your next event.