Tipi weddings are a firm favourite of mine so I am unsurprised you are thinking of having a tipi celebration. Here I am to share the most beautiful majestic tents, how to create the perfect tipi wedding day and of course, all the tipi wedding decor ideas. Yes!
Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Barnston Lodge Wedding Tipi: All Seasons Tipi
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Tipi Entrance Ideas
Before guests even get into your tipi, wow them with a showstopping welcome.
1. Rustic Flowers
Drape your tipi with foliage and flowers in rustic wooden vessels.
Photo: Jonny Gouldstone Photography via Country Festival Wedding Tipi: Cambridge Tent Company
2. Light Aisle
Create a cute aisle for guests to walk down en route to the reception.
Photo: Laura Debourde Photography via Lynsted Park Wedding Tipi: MyTipiEvent
3. Hang Drapes
Fabric can be an inexpensive way to add romance, pick up cheap fabric and drape to perfection.
Photo: Megan Duffield via Meadows Norfolk Wedding Tipis: Magical Events
4. Balloons
Tie balloons to entrance gates or fences for a cute pop of colour. And a way for guests to know they are in the right place.
Photo: Charlotte Hu Photography via Yew Tree Lakes Wedding Tipi: My Tipi Event
5. Decorate The Poles
Don’t think of the tipi poles as a hindrance, use them to wind decor and flowers around.
Photo: Cotton Candy Photography via Rustic Tipi Wedding Tipi: Tentario
6. Outdoor Ceremony
Host your ceremony outdoors, in front of your tipi.
Photo: Olivia and Dan Photography via Outdoor Wedding UK Tipi: Papakata
7. Dreamcatchers
How about making your own dreamcatchers to hand outside?
Photo: Livvy Hukins Photography via Moors Valley Country Park Wedding Tipi: Oak Leaf Marquees
8. Rainbow Welcome
Snag rainbow paper decor and make a colourful entrance.
Photo: Fiona Kelly Photography via DIY Tipi Wedding Tipis: Beautiful World Tents
9. Festival Flags
Festival flags bring all the Glasto vibes and look great fluttering in the breeze.
Photo: Daffodil Waves Photography via Cute Summer Festival Tipi Wedding Tipi: Elite Tents
10. Point Guests In The Right Direction
Be sure to add cute wedding signs so guests know exactly where they are.
Photo: Kate Waters Photography via Thoughtful Tipi Wedding Tipi: Papakata
11. Flower Arch
How about a lovingly made flower arch for guests to walk through… and pose for wedding photos?
Photo: Charlotte Razzell Photography via Colourful Relaxed Tipi Wedding Tipis: Tentario
Wedding Tipi Décor
So we’ve nailed the welcome to your tipi, but how about the magical indoor decoration? Tipis create a real cosy romantic atmosphere and are often made from natural materials, which lend themselves perfectly to rustic décor.
Think about cosy rugs, picnic tables, fairy lights, fires and hanging decor such as bunting from the beams.
12. Hanging Pot Plants
This couple decided to hang pot plants from the ceiling to save table space. Genuis!
Photo: Clare Robinson Photography via Delamere Events Wedding Tipi: All About Me Marquees and Events
13. Fabric Runner
A soft table runner adds a spot of warmth in a rustic tipi set-up.
Photo: Jonny Gouldstone Photography via Country Festival Wedding Tipi: Cambridge Tent Company
14. Rainbow Ribbons
Add colourful decor in the shape of rainbow ribbons, garlands, bunting and pom poms.
Photo: Fiona Kelly Photography via DIY Tipi Wedding Tipis: Beautiful World Tents
15. Sharing Platters
At this wedding, the couple created a shelf for guests to share the feast together.
Photo: Kit Myers Photography via Tipi Garden Wedding Whimsical Tipi: Event In A Tent
16. Pretty Florals
An abundance of pretty pastel flowers is always going to look gorgeous.
Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Barnston Lodge Wedding Tipi: All Seasons Tipi
17. Lanterns
Choose lanterns to hang from the ceiling. Tipis have high ceilings and can make a wonderful feature.
Photo: Joanna Nicole Photography via Fun Community Wedding Tipi: Tipis4hire
18. Simply Does It
Keep decor paired back and let the space do the talking.
Photo: Peter Hugo Photography via Low Osgoodby Grange Wedding Tipis: Totem Tipi
19. Pink & Teal
Why not choose a strong colour theme to really tie together your scheme?
Photo: Matt Moore Photography via Bohemian Tipi Wedding Tipi: Sami Tipi
20. Boho Beautiful
For a boho vibe, choose neutrals, dried grasses and cool macrame touches.
Photo: Sara Ribera via Boho Tipi Wedding Ideas Venue: Tipis at Riley Green
21. Starry Sky
Take inspiration from the night sky by adding fun star decor.
Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Eco Garden Wedding Tipi: Magical Events Ltd
22. Balloon Installation
Balloons can look lovely, especially in coordinating tones.
Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Barnston Lodge Wedding Tipi: All Seasons Tipi
23. Pom Poms
DIY tissue paper pom poms for a fun and cheap decor idea.
Photo: Andrew Brannan Photography via Church Farm Wedding Tipis: Buffalo Tipi
Tipi Lighting Ideas
Create a magical evening look by decorating your tipi with beautiful lighting inside and out.
24. Edison Bulbs
Make your top table the stand out feature by lighting it up.
Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Funfair Festival Wedding Tipi: Magical Events LTD
25. Hanging Tea Lights
For a twist on tea lights, hang them for maximum twinkle.
Photo: Georgi Mabee via Botanical Tipi Wedding Tipi: Event Tipi Hire
26. Fire Pit
Don’t forget a cosy fire pit for warmth, s’mores and a subtle glow.
Photo: Caroline Goosey via Woodland Tipi Wedding Tipi: Tipi Magic
27. Festoon Lights
Hanging festoon lights outdoors will draw guests in to the evening moonlight.
Photo: Joanna Nicole Photography via Fun Community Wedding Tipi: Tipis4hire
28. Tall Candles
Simple, tall candlesticks will add all the romance.
Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Funfair Festival Wedding Tipi: Magical Events LTD
29. Disco Ready
Don’t forget the fun disco ball for those dancefloor moves.
Photo: Charlotte Hu Photography via Yew Tree Lakes Wedding Tipi: My Tipi Event
30. Colourful Lanterns
Add colourful paper lanterns for globes of light as the sun sets.
Photo: Gabrielle McMillan Photography via Boho Country Tipi Wedding Tipi: Beautiful World Tents
How To Plan A Tipi Wedding?
Don’t Forget Its A Blank Canvas
Don’t forget a tipi is a blank canvas and you may need to consider what else you may need. Remember:
- Toilets
- Furniture
- Heating
- Cutlery/Tableware
- Electricity
- Kitchen Set Up
- Lights
- Water Supply
Some tipi companies will offer hire options for all the essentials and cover organising those for you. Having a tipi wedding may work out more expensive than you initially thought so do be sure to get some quotes before setting your heart on a tipi reception.
It’s All About The Location
Finding the perfect spot for your tipi may not be too easy. Some established venues allow you to erect a tipi. Otherwise, search out these spaces:
- Farms
- Fields
- Gardens
- Woodland
- Campsites
- Green Spaces Locally
Don’t forget you may require electricity and water supply too at your location. Not to mention car parking and a flat, level site to be suitable for hosting a tipi.
And there you have it, all the tipi wedding ideas you need to plan and execute your dream day. Woohoo!
