Everything you need for unforgettable events.

Tent, furniture and décor hire for conferences, weddings, functions and community events.

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The Dodo promise

Event-ready, from setup to pack-up

Scales to your guest listFrom a 30-seat meeting to a 110-guest function
Delivery and setupWe put it up and take it down
Seating for 200Round and rectangular tables, 200 chairs
Pay by EFTInvoice emailed after we confirm
What we hire out

Everything for your event, under one roof

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Tents and shade

A premium frame marquee, a cabana tent and shade umbrellas for any kind of event.
  • 9×12m frame tent for 30 to 110 seated
  • 9×12m cabana tent, poles included
  • Shade umbrellas and clear side walls
Shop Tents and shade · 6 items

Tables and seating

Round and rectangular tables, chairs and lounge furniture.
  • Round tables seating 10
  • Rectangular tables for conferences and buffets
  • Couches and coffee table for lounge areas
Shop Tables and seating · 5 items

Stage and décor

Finishing touches that make your event look the part.
  • Two-piece stage for speakers and performers
  • Backdrop wall for photos and branding
  • Red carpet and artificial grass
Shop Stage and décor · 4 items
Event packages

Ready-made setups. Add in one tap.

Each package goes into your booking as separate items, so you can change sizes and quantities before you book.

Conference setup

Up to 70 delegates
Most booked
Stage, backdrop and classroom-style tables under our 9×8m tent.
  • 1× Frame tent 9×8mR 3 200
  • 1× Stage (2-piece)R 1 200
  • 1× Backdrop wallR 900
  • 9× Rectangular tableR 810
  • 70× Event chairR 840
Per dayR 6 950

Full function

Up to 100 guests
The full marquee with clear walls and seating for a sit-down dinner, gala or wedding.
  • 1× Frame tent 9×12mR 4 500
  • 1× Clear side wallsR 600
  • 10× Round tableR 1 000
  • 100× Event chairR 1 200
Per dayR 7 300

Lounge area

Relaxed seating
Couches, a coffee table, umbrellas and artificial grass for a VIP or chill zone.
  • 6× Lounge couchR 2 700
  • 1× Coffee tableR 150
  • 2× Shade umbrellaR 700
  • 1× Artificial grass rollR 700
Per dayR 4 250

VIP entrance

Make an arrival
Red carpet leading to a backdrop wall for photos and branding.
  • 1× Red carpet 10mR 800
  • 1× Backdrop wallR 900
Per dayR 1 700
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Why book with Dodo

We do the heavy lifting. You run the event.

Delivered and set up

Our crew does the heavy lifting, so you can focus on your event.

Rain or shine

White PVC roof and walls keep guests dry and shaded all day.

Clean, checked equipment

Every tent, table, couch and carpet is cleaned and checked before hire.

Sized to your event

Our marquee sets up in sections, from 30 guests to a full 110.
How it works

Four steps to a sorted event

  1. 1
    You

    Choose your items

    Add tents, furniture and décor to your booking, or start with a package.
  2. 2
    You

    Pick a free date

    The calendar shows which dates are free for your items. We hold them for 5 minutes while you add your details.
  3. 3
    You

    Confirm and pay by EFT

    Your booking is made when you confirm. Pay by EFT within 3 days using your reference, or it cancels itself.
  4. 4
    Dodo team

    We deliver and set up

    We deliver and set up for your event. Delivery is R20 per km to your venue.
  1. 1
    You

    Choose your items

    Add tents, furniture and décor to your booking, or start with a package.
  2. 2
    You

    Pick a free date

    The calendar shows which dates are free for your items. We hold them for 5 minutes while you add your details.
  3. 3
    You

    Confirm and pay by EFT

    Your booking is made when you confirm. Pay by EFT within 3 days using your reference, or it cancels itself.
  4. 4
    Dodo team

    We deliver and set up

    We deliver and set up for your event. Delivery is R20 per km to your venue.
FAQ

Good to know before you book

Still unsure? WhatsApp us on 000 000 0000 and a real person will help.

Book on the calendar, then pay by EFT within 3 days using your booking reference. Bookings that are not paid in time cancel automatically and the items are released.

Yes. We deliver and set up for your event. Delivery is R20 per km to your venue: enter your venue address when you book and tap Calculate delivery to see the cost.

Absolutely. Our frame tent sets up in sections, so it works for 30 guests just as well as 110. Hire as many tables and chairs as you need.

Online bookings need at least 2 weeks' notice, and popular dates fill up fast. The calendar shows which dates are free for your items. For sooner dates, WhatsApp us.

A flat, clear area big enough for the tent size you choose, plus access for our vehicle to offload.

Yes. Set out in rows, the full 9×12m tent seats about 190 guests, which is perfect for conferences, church services, memorials and ceremonies.

Yes. Reply to your booking email or WhatsApp us before paying and we will update it for you.

Got a date in mind? Let's lock it in.

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