Party Rentals in El Cajon, CA
From Fletcher Hills and Bostonia down to Granite Hills and the streets around Downtown El Cajon, our crew brings shade, seating and games right to your gate. Pick a high peak tent or a simple pop-up canopy, add tables, chairs and yard games, and keep everything for up to 24 hours at the price you see.
Tent, table and chair rentals delivered across El Cajon
Hosting in the valley? We cover El Cajon ZIP codes 92019, 92020, 92021, 92022 and 92090 with event gear for family reunions, graduations, church picnics and backyard birthdays. Line up canopies from $70 and tents from $500, then add tables from $12, chairs from $3 and giant yard games from $40. Reserve online any hour of the day, or call (619) 289-8618 to talk through sizes and headcount.
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Tent Rentals in El Cajon
Our tent rentals in El Cajon begin at $500 for a 20×20 high peak tent, with delivery, setup and takedown included. Step up to a 20×30 for about 50 seated guests or a 20×40 for about 66.
Permits are the main sizing factor. The city’s tent handout requires a permit for tents over 400 sq ft, so a 20×20 sits right at the limit while the 20×30 and 20×40 go over. An exception exists for some open-sided tents up to 700 sq ft, so ask Heartland Fire & Rescue before you book.
- Crew sets up and removes the tent
- Sidewalls from $50 for wind or evening chill
- 20×20 stays at 400 sq ft; larger sizes need a permit
Tent rental prices
- 20×20 high peak tentfrom $500
- 20×30 high peak tentfrom $750
- 20×40 high peak tentfrom $950
- Panorama tent sidewallsfrom $50
What size tent do you need?
Use our tent calculator to find the right tent in seconds. Enter your guest count and how guests will be seated, and the calculator shows the tent or canopy that fits, with its starting price.
- Avoid a tent that is too small and leaves guests crowded
- Don’t pay for more tent than your party needs
- See the right size and starting price before you book
Planning a dance floor, buffet or bar? Use the full tent size calculator.
Canopy Rentals in El Cajon
Canopy rentals in El Cajon start at $70 for a 10x10, and the largest 10x40 runs $280. Every canopy is 400 sq ft or smaller, which keeps it at or under the city's tent permit threshold.
Choose a 10x10 for a gift or drink station, a 10x20 for about 16 seated guests, or a 10x30 for a serving line. For a gathering at Judson Park, gazebo reservations go through the Ronald Reagan Community Center, and staff there can answer canopy questions.
- All canopy sizes are 400 sq ft or less
- Carnival canopy and booth versions for fundraisers
Canopy rental prices
- 10x10 canopyfrom $70
- 10x20 canopyfrom $120
- 10x30 canopyfrom $210
- 10x40 canopyfrom $280
Table and Chair Rentals in El Cajon
El Cajon table and chair rentals start at $3 per white folding chair and $12 per 6ft banquet table. Other choices include 8ft banquets, 60-inch rounds, cocktail tables and kids picnic tables.
Packages save a step: a 6ft table with chairs is $30 and a 60-inch round with chairs is $40. Choose slatted resin chairs for a ceremony and Lifetime chairs for heavier use. We deliver and pick up, and arranging tables and chairs on site is a paid add-on.
See all table rentals →Table rentals
- 6ft banquet tablefrom $12
- 8ft banquet tablefrom $15
- 60-inch round tablefrom $15
- 33-inch cocktail tablefrom $14
- Kids picnic tablefrom $15
Chair rentals
- White folding chairfrom $3
- Slatted resin chairfrom $5
- Lifetime chairfrom $6
- Kids chairfrom $3
Table and chair packages
- 6ft table and chairsfrom $30
- 60-inch round table and chairsfrom $40
- 8ft table and chairsfrom $45
Tablecloths and Table Linens
Floor-length linens rent for $25 per table and come sized for 6ft banquet, 8ft banquet and 60-inch round tables. Spandex cocktail covers are $20 and stretch tight over 33-inch cocktail tables.
Reserve linens a minimum of two weeks out, ideally when you book the tables. When counting, match each cloth to a specific table size rather than ordering one size for everything, since each cloth is cut to fit one table shape and length.
See all linen rentals →Linen rental prices
- 6ft table linenfrom $25
- 8ft table linenfrom $25
- 60-inch round linenfrom $25
- Cocktail spandex linenfrom $20
Giant Lawn Game and Yard Game Rentals in El Cajon
Giant yard game rentals in El Cajon start at $40, and cornhole is $65. Jenga, ring toss, Connect 4, rustic Connect 4 and yard pong are also available, or bundle several in the lawn game party package.
Yard games give guests something to do at park picnics, where city code bans alcohol, as well as at backyard graduations and family reunions. Reserve at least one month before the event to get the games you want.
See all lawn game rentals →Yard game prices
- Giant Jengafrom $40
- Giant ring tossfrom $40
- Giant Connect 4from $50
- Giant cornholefrom $65
- Giant yard pongfrom $100
- Lawn game party packagefrom $155
Concession Machine Rentals in El Cajon
Concession machine rentals in El Cajon are $100 per machine, covering popcorn, cotton candy or snow cones with enough supplies for 50 servings. Add more servings in batches of 50.
Plan one 110V outlet per machine, so two machines side by side need two outlets. If the nearest outlet is far, our generator and 100ft extension cord solve it. A $20 carnival theme table makes a stable stand for the machine at school fundraisers.
See all concession rentals →Concession machine prices
- Popcorn machinefrom $100
- Cotton candy machinefrom $100
- Snow cone machinefrom $100
- Generatorfrom $100
Midway Games for Fundraisers and Festivals
Midway games rent from $110, covering the fish bowl toss and the milk bottle bash, while the carnival ring toss is $125. Each game arrives ready to play.
For a school fundraiser or church festival, plan one game for every booth volunteer you have, and add a carnival booth or canopy to frame each station. Prizes are not part of the rental, so budget for a prize table and tickets.
See all carnival game rentals →Carnival game prices
- Fish bowl tossfrom $110
- Milk bottle bashfrom $110
- Carnival ring tossfrom $125
- Carnival boothfrom $150
Event Lighting and Generator Rentals in El Cajon
Generator and lighting rentals in El Cajon start with a $100 generator that delivers 3,900 running watts on gasoline and up to 18 hours of runtime depending on load. String lights are $30 for 25ft, and globe lights are $40 for a 30ft strand with eight bulbs.
Lights turn a tent or patio into a usable space after sunset. Use the 100ft extension cord, a $20 rental, to reach a house outlet, or switch to the generator when the site has no power, such as an open field away from buildings.
See event lighting rentals →Lighting and power prices
- 25ft string lightsfrom $30
- 30ft globe lightsfrom $40
- Generatorfrom $100
- 100ft extension cordfrom $20
Why book with Tents and Things
From a backyard birthday to a church picnic, East County families and organizers book with us for a few simple reasons.
Up to 24 hours at the quoted price
Most competitors include about 4 hours for the same price. Our standard rate includes up to 24 hours.
Tent setup included
Our crew delivers, sets up and takes down every tent. Table and chair setup is available as an add-on.
Fully insured
Liability coverage that exceeds California state requirements.
Cleaned after every rental
A multi-step cleaning process with commercial-grade products after each event.
Code-compliant tent installs
36-inch stakes on grass and concrete blocks on hard surfaces.
No change fees
Need a new date? Reschedule under our raincheck policy. Book online 24 hours a day.
See what our customers say about us
We had the best experience with Tents & Things for our daughter’s first birthday! From the very beginning, they were so easy to work with, responsive, organized, and genuinely cared about making sure everything was perfect.
The rentals were beautiful, clean, and exactly what we envisioned. They arrived on time, set everything up seamlessly, and made the entire process completely stress-free. It was one less thing for us to worry about, which meant so much while planning a big event.
If you’re looking for a company that’s reliable, professional, and truly goes above and beyond, I can’t recommend Tents & Things enough.
Would highly recommend! Good communication both during ordering and day of. On-time delivery and pick-up, very professional.
I had a fantastic experience renting tables and chairs from Tents and Things for a backyard dinner party I hosted. Selvin was incredibly responsive throughout the process, and his prices—including delivery—were very reasonable.
The equipment was in perfect condition, and Selvin was punctual for both delivery and pickup. He went above and beyond by offering to set everything up for me and even brought extra chairs just in case I needed them. I highly recommend Tents and Things for your next event!
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Great communication! Delivery & pickup went smoothly.
Planning a party in El Cajon: permits and park rules
Before an El Cajon event, check two things: the size of your tent and whether your venue is a city park. Here is what we found in the city's own documents.
Tent size and fire permits
The City of El Cajon's tent requirements handout says a permit is required for tents and membrane structures over 400 sq ft. Our 20x20 tent and every canopy are 400 sq ft or less; the 20x30 and 20x40 go over. The handout also lists an exception for open-sided tents up to 700 sq ft that meet clearance rules, so ask whether your layout qualifies.
Fire services in El Cajon are run by Heartland Fire & Rescue. The city's fire permit page lists 619-441-1600 for Heartland and 619-441-1726 for customer service. Call for current fees.
No alcohol in city parks
El Cajon Municipal Code section 9.22.030 bans possessing or drinking alcoholic beverages in city-owned parks. Plan any toast or bar service for a backyard or a private venue instead.
Reserving a park spot
The city's parks page says gazebo reservations at Judson Park go through the Ronald Reagan Community Center. Ask staff about canopy, bounce house and amplified sound rules when you book, since those are not posted on the parks page.
Ronald Reagan Community Center: (619) 441-1673.
Power for machines and lights
Each concession machine needs one 110V outlet. If your spot has no reachable outlet, add our generator and a 100ft extension cord.
Measuring the yard
Measure before you pick a size: a 20x20 tent needs a 25x25 ft level area, a 20x30 needs 30x40 ft and a 20x40 needs 30x45 ft. The tent calculator turns a guest count into a recommended size.
Popular events we set up
Family reunions
Big extended-family gatherings fit well under a 20x40 tent with 8ft banquet tables for a potluck line and round tables for eating.
Church and community picnics
Canopies over serving tables, a popcorn machine and a few lawn games keep a church or club picnic simple to run.
Graduation open houses
A 10x20 canopy, a table and chair package and globe lights handle a driveway or backyard open house from afternoon into evening.
School fundraisers
Midway games, a carnival booth and a snow cone machine give a PTA fundraiser its own carnival corner.
Rentals by event type: Weddings · Birthday parties · Corporate events · Community events · HOA events · Church events · Fall festivals · School carnivals · All events we serve
Party rental delivery in El Cajon
Neighborhoods and ZIP codes
Our trucks reach every part of the city, from Fletcher Hills on the west side to Granite Hills on the east, plus nearby Rancho San Diego and Crest. Your delivery fee is figured at checkout from the event address.
Nearby cities we serve
Our delivery area keeps going past the city limits into the rest of East County and beyond.
El Cajon party rental FAQs
What does a tent rental cost in El Cajon?
High peak tents are $500 for a 20x20, $750 for a 20x30 and $950 for a 20x40. That price covers delivery, pickup, crew setup and takedown, and up to 24 hours of use. The delivery fee is added at checkout based on your address.
How much should I budget for tables and chairs in El Cajon?
Banquet tables start at $12 (6ft) and $15 (8ft), round tables are $15, and folding chairs start at $3. Packages with a table and its chairs run $30 to $45.
Can I get giant yard games delivered in El Cajon?
Yes. Jenga and ring toss are $40, Connect 4 is $50, cornhole is $65 and yard pong is $100, or take the $155 lawn game package. Please book a month ahead.
Will my tent need a fire permit in El Cajon?
The city's tent handout requires a permit for tents over 400 sq ft, which covers our 20x30 and 20x40. A 20x20 is exactly 400 sq ft. Heartland Fire & Rescue handles fire services; the city lists 619-441-1600. Call for current fees.
Can we serve beer at a party in an El Cajon park?
No. City code section 9.22.030 prohibits possessing or drinking alcohol in city-owned parks. A backyard or private venue is the better choice if you plan to serve drinks.
Which El Cajon ZIP codes do you deliver to?
All of them: 92019, 92020, 92021, 92022 and 92090. We also deliver throughout San Diego County.
Is setup included?
Tents and canopies from our crew are always put up and taken down for you. Arranging tables and chairs is an optional add-on with its own fee.
What if the forecast turns bad?
Move your booking to another date with our raincheck policy. There are no change fees.
More answers on our party rental FAQ page.
Ready to book your party rentals?
Check availability and book online 24 hours a day, or call (619) 289-8618.
Prices are starting rental prices as of October 2026; delivery fees are calculated at checkout. Permit and park rules summarized from City of El Cajon sources as of October 2026; confirm with the city before your event. Last updated October 2026.