What Makes a Marquee "Clearspan"?
Clearspan means the aluminium frame spans the full width with no internal support poles. The entire footprint is available for tables, a dance floor, a stage — whatever your event needs.
Traditional pole tents use centre poles that cut through your layout and force guests to navigate around them. Clearspan structures eliminate that problem entirely.
The aluminium extrusion frame is modular — lengths can be extended in 3m bays, so your marquee is always exactly the right size for your guest count, not just approximately right.
Clearspan vs Pole Tent
| Feature | Clearspan | Pole Tent |
|---|---|---|
| Centre poles | ✓ None | Multiple |
| Usable floor space | 100% | ~70% |
| Guy ropes outside | ✓ None | Required |
| Wind rating | 80km/h | Varies |
| Modular lengths | ✓ 3m bays | Fixed |
Available Clearspan Sizes
All sizes are standard 80km/h rated aluminium frame clearspan structures.
Why Brisbane Event Planners Choose Clearspan
The clearspan design is the industry standard for serious events — and for good reason. Without centre poles, you can place round tables anywhere across the full width. Your dance floor doesn't have to work around an obstacle. Your caterer's service run is straight and clear. Your photographer's shots don't have a pole slicing through the middle of the frame.
The 80km/h wind rating matters in South East Queensland. Brisbane summer storms come through fast and the roof of your event can't be a liability. Our marquees are ballasted on hard surfaces and staked on grass, with the cross-bracing system distributing load across the full frame rather than relying on guy ropes staked outside the footprint.
We deliver, build, and pack down every marquee ourselves — no third-party install crews who've never seen the structure before. Setup takes 2–4 hours for most sizes. You're handed over a level, secured, clean marquee ready for your decorator, caterer, or hire team to walk straight into.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a clearspan marquee? +
A clearspan marquee is a free-standing aluminium frame structure with no centre poles. The entire interior floor space is open and usable — no guy ropes, no internal supports. This is in contrast to traditional pole tents which have centre poles that cut through the interior layout.
How strong are clearspan marquees in wind? +
Our clearspan marquees are engineered to 80km/h wind rating. They use a modular aluminium extrusion system with cross-bracing and are ballasted or staked depending on the surface.
What sizes are available? +
We hire 6m wide clearspan marquees in lengths from 3m to 30m, 8m wide from 3m to 30m, and 10m wide from 3m to 30m (late 2026). Custom configurations available — contact us for advice on which size suits your guest count and layout.
Do I need council approval for a clearspan marquee? +
For private property events under 7 days, most Brisbane councils don't require a permit for temporary structures under 100m². Larger or longer setups may need a development application. We recommend checking with Brisbane City Council or your local council before booking.
Is clearspan marquee hire more expensive than a pole tent? +
Clearspan aluminium frame marquees are generally comparable in price to quality pole tents and significantly cheaper than permanent venue hire for the same guest count. The usable floor space advantage means you can often fit the same number of guests into a smaller footprint, which can reduce the total hire cost.
Can walls be added to a clearspan marquee? +
Yes. Our marquees accept both clear PVC walls and solid white walls, which clip directly to the aluminium frame. Walls can be mixed — for example, clear on the view side and white on the fence side. Wall pricing is per panel and included in your quote.
Get Your Clearspan Marquee Quote
Tell us your guest count, event date, and venue address. We'll recommend the right size and send you a quote — usually same day.