Established tent and event rental business serving weddings, corporate events, festivals, and private gatherings throughout Winnipeg and surrounding communities.
This is a seasonal business, with the majority of revenue earned within a concentrated three-month period during the peak outdoor event season. Operations typically run from late May through early October, with most activity occurring on summer weekends. The business has historically been operated primarily on a part-time basis.
Founded in 2021, the company has grown steadily through a strong service reputation, repeat customers, and a highly visible online presence that generates consistent inbound inquiries.
The business has been intentionally operated alongside the owners’ full-time careers and has relied almost entirely on organic demand, with little to no paid advertising. This leaves clear opportunity for growth under more hands-on ownership or modest marketing efforts.
The company offers a simple operating model, strong seasonal cash flow, and a loyal client base within a stable local market. A new owner could continue operating the business in its current part-time format, expand bookings with greater summer involvement, or explore additional off-season services.
Key Highlights
- Approximately $111K annual revenue
- Normalized owner earnings of $55K–$60K annually
- ~30% repeat customer base including corporate and institutional clients
- Strong organic online visibility generating inbound inquiries
- Simple, transferable operating systems
- Lean cost structure with casual staffing model
- Tangible equipment assets included in sale
- Clear opportunity to increase bookings and expand marketing
Business Model
The company provides tent rentals and event infrastructure for outdoor events including:
Weddings
Corporate events
Community festivals
Private gatherings
The business currently completes approximately 90+ bookings per season, primarily during the late spring through early fall event season.
Bookings follow a structured workflow from inquiry to quote to event setup, supported by standardized pricing and scheduling systems.
A deposit-based booking model ensures cash is collected before events occur, minimizing receivable risk and supporting strong cash flow.
Assets Included
The sale includes all assets required to operate the business, including:
- Commercial tent inventory
- Tables, chairs, and event equipment
- Delivery vehicle and logistics equipment
- Website and digital marketing assets
- Customer database and booking history
- Operational systems and procedures
The tangible equipment base provides meaningful asset backing and reduces capital investment requirements for the buyer.
Growth Opportunities
The business has not yet been operated at full capacity and offers several clear growth paths:
- Accept additional peak-season bookings
- Deploy concurrent setup crews during high-demand weekends
- Expand digital advertising to capture additional demand
- Increase self-pickup rentals and event bundles
- Expand inventory to support larger events
These growth opportunities could increase revenue significantly using the current infrastructure.
Ideal Buyer
This opportunity may be well suited for:
- An owner-operator seeking strong seasonal income
- An entrepreneur entering the event services industry
- An existing event rental company expanding inventory and market share
- A small business buyer seeking a simple, cash-flowing service business
Reason for Sale
The owner operates the business alongside full-time career and young family. The sale reflects a lifestyle decision rather than operational challenges.
Transition Support
The seller will provide training and transition support to ensure a smooth handover of operations and client relationships.
Next Steps
Qualified buyers may request additional information, including detailed financial statements and a comprehensive Confidential Information Memorandum, after signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
