The best market gazebos for markets to help protect you from the elements and keep business rolling
Market stalls are a large part of our heritage in the UK and a good way for people to make some easy money from goods such as vintage clothing, arts and crafts, and selling old stuff. Actually, this list can go on Infinium.
One of the most important pieces of equipment you will need for a market stall is a gazebo. This is what is going to keep you and your products safe from the elements.
However, for trading at markets, not all gazebos are created equally. You will need one that is robust enough to withstand those windy and rainy days and made from commercial-grade material.
So what are the best gazebos for markets?
Well in this article I have put together the 6 best gazebos for market stalls based on build quality, size, weather protection, and overall Amazon reviews. I have owned numbers 3 and 6 from the list over the last few years and can say they differently stand up to the job.
Buyers guide:
Before you purchase your gazebo there are a few things you need to consider in terms of its intended use, its size, and some safety issues that you may need to take into account.
Domestic or commercial?
When buying a gazebo you will need to think about what you will be using it for. Will it be for in the garden at a festival in the summer? Or will it be for commercial use as a market trader?
For festival or home use, you can often get away with a cheaper version. But for commercial use for things such as markets, you will need a gazebo that is a bit more sturdy.
The six gazebos I will recommend in this product review are all commercial and suitable for market stalls.
Size guide:
Gazebos come in a range of sizes from 2x2m all the way up to 4x8m. The most commonly used sizes for Market gazebos range from 2x5m all the way up to 3x6m gazebos.
The 3x3m gazebos are the most commonly used for commercial purposes.
Event organizers also charge per space so the 3m gazebos often provide a good balance between space for your goods and the costs of a pitch fee.
For this reason, I have included a size range from 2.5×2.5m up to 3×4.5m in the following list.
Safety
Before purchasing a gazebo there are a number of safety issues you need to consider when trading commercially as a market stall.
For example, are there clear exits available in the event of a fire? is the gazebo fire retardant? This is especially important if you will be cooking and serving food and some event organizers will require a certificate confirming the gazebo is fire retardant.
However, please note, that the gazebo does not have to be fire retardant if you intend to use it for the sale of arts and crafts and not to cook and serve hot food (street food).
You will also need to consider the outdoor conditions you will be trading in, especially in high winds. You will, therefore, need additional weights to secure the legs of the gazebo so that it is stable in windy conditions.
20kg weights are available, which need to be brought separately (see additional products).
Rust-resistant and waterproof
When buying a gazebo for a market you will be popping it up and down every weekend (or for however many days you are trading) and trading sometimes in the rain.
It is important therefore that it is rust-resistant so it doesn’t seize up when you try to pop it up and down. And that it is waterproof to protect your stock and equipment on rainy days.
Additional products
There are a few things that need to be brought separately that don’t come with gazebos. For example, weights secure the legs of gazebos in stormy weather or in some cases sideways.
Here is a list of a few additional products you may need:
– Gazebo leg weights and anchor kits
– Gazebo lights if trading at night/Christmas markets
– Sidewalls
– Heaters for winter
– Printed banners
1. All Seasons Gazebos 2.5 x 2.5m Heavy Duty, Fully Waterproof Pop up Gazebo
Size:
2.5m x 2.5 m (8.2ft x 8.2ft)
Weight:
18kg
Features:
Fully waterproof
Heavy-duty rust-resistant steel frame
Inside the package:
Waterproof storage bag with wheels
This gazebo is the smallest size at 2.5m x 2.5m and is very well made and durable meaning it should last a good 2 years.
It is also easy to assemble, pack away, and store and is very stable in windy conditions.
It comes in a variety of colors, but for a market stall, you are better off going for a darker color to help keep it cleaner looking.
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2. MAXIMUS® HEAVY DUTY GAZEBO 3m x 3m GAZEBO MARKET STALL
Size:
3x3m (10ft x 10ft)
Weight:
24kg
Features:
Waterproof/UV protection
Heavy-duty tensile steel frame
Inside the package:
Carry bag/ropes and stakes
The Maximus gazebo provides a good balance between quality and cost.
It’s made from heavy-duty materials which should hold up in most weather conditions and is fully waterproof and has UV protection.
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3. ABCCANOPY Patio 3×3 Gazebo Fully Waterproof Heavy Duty Pop Up Gazebo
Size:
3x3m (10ft x 10ft)
Weight:
27.2 Kg
Features:
Waterproof
Rust Resistant Steel frame
Inside the package:
Canopy
4 x sidewalls
1 x door wall
Heavy-duty carry bag
Ropes
stakes
This is a good gazebo for a market stall at a range of events from arts and crafts fairs to school fetes.
Like the previous gazebo, this one is made from strong materials, is easy to set up and pack away, and with the correct set of weights can stand up to strong winds.
The only downside with this product is that it comes in a limited range of colors and you can not get the roof or side panels in black.
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4. AmazonBasics 3 x 3 m Pop-Up Canopy with sidewalls
Size:
3x3m (10ft x 10ft)
Weight:
27.2 Kg
Features
UV protection
High-grade steel frame
Rust resistant
Inside the package:
Roller bag
Canopy
4 x sidewalls
This gazebo is produced by Amazon and what I like about it the most is it has an extended canopy at the front of the gazebo.
This is good for adding extra shade from the sun and keeping your customers dry if it’s raining.
However, this gazebo only comes in one color, which is a bit of a drawback if you are looking for a color other than blue.
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5. MAXIMUS® HEAVY DUTY GAZEBO 3m x 3m GAZEBO MARKET STALL POP UP TENT
Size:
3x3m (10ft x 10ft)
Weight:
34 Kg
Features:
Extra waterproof layer
UV protection
Industrial grade, powder-coated steel frame
Inside the package:
Heavy-duty carry bag
4 x Sidewalls
Sturdy and good value for money this gazebo is a good choice for a market stall or any outdoor event.
Its got an extra waterproof layer which is good for very wet days and UV protection which helps to protect you from those harmful rays.
However, at 34kg this gazebo is slightly heavier than the others on the list, so you may want to take this into consideration when moving between markets or events.
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6. All Seasons Gazebos 3×4.5m Waterproof Pop-up Gazebo
Size:
3mx4.5m (10ft x 14.7ft)
Weight:
26kg
Features:
100% waterproof
Heavy-duty steel frame
Rust resistant
Inside the package:
8 tent pegs
4 pieces of guide rope
4x sand-filled leg weights (bonus)
Heavy-duty carry bag
I’ve saved the largest gazebo until last and at 3m x 4.5m, it offers plenty of space.
And even though it’s the largest it’s, in fact, one of the lightest of all of the gazebos on the list.
It is made from heavy-duty materials and is 100% waterproof.
However, even though it offers more space, due to its size, you may get charged more for the pitch fee as it’s over the standard 3x3m.
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Author
Gavin D is the founder of Street Food Central and Tru Foo Juice Bar Co. and has worked in the mobile catering industry for over 7 years.