If you've decided to have a family reunion outdoors at a state park, that can be a great way for your family to enjoy each other's company. However, you might not realize you'll need more than tables and chairs to make sure everyone has a good time. Here are some pieces of equipment you might considering renting for your big event.

Tents

One of the reasons you may have chosen a state park for your family reunion is because of all the open space it provides for a big group of people. However, what will happen if it rains? Many state parks have some kind of shelter for those who visit, but your family may have to split up to find shelter in a number of different areas, joining others who are at the park that day.

To make sure your family can stay together and still enjoy their time at the park, considering renting a large tent for the reunion. A tent can keep you covered in the event of inclement weather, but even if the sun shines on the day of your event, it can also provide shade so people don't get too hot

Food Equipment

Whatever meal you want to serve at your reunion, you can rent everything you need to feed all the people who attend. Instead of relying on the tiny grills many state park provide on their grounds, you can rent a grill that is big enough to accommodate food for a large family event. You can also rent chafers to ensure that cooked food remains warm. If you really want to impress everyone, you can even rent a chocolate fountain for dessert.

Beverages should also be kept in mind; while you may purchase bottles of water and different kinds of soda, having something warm on hand might be a good idea, particularly as the day winds down. Hot beverage dispensers that can provide tea and coffee to your family can be a success.

Games

Spending time with your family can be more fun when you have games and activities planned. To keep the kids happy, you can rent a bouncy castle or a dunking booth. Just be sure that the gaming equipment is allowed by the state park.

Now that you have some idea of the kinds of things you can rent to make your family's big event a success, sit down with an event equipment rental company to determine which equipment will best suit your reunion. With the right equipment in place, you can be confident that your family will have a great time.