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Turning Moments Into Memories

Magnif-A-Tent was founded by childhood best friends Patrick and Justin. The company was born out of their understanding of the importance of making memories. Their journey started in various service industries, where they realized their exceptional ability to listen to clients’ desires, needs, and concerns. Fueled by their entrepreneurial spirit and passion for the hospitality industry, the spark of inspiration ignited during their college years, giving birth to Magnif-A-Tent.

With the purchase of one small tent, Patrick and Justin embarked on a journey filled with determination, reinvesting every dollar earned to gradually expand their inventory. They fully immersed themselves in the event industry, driven by their passion for helping people plan unforgettable events and exceeding client expectations. Year after year, Magnif-A-Tent soared to new heights, showing promising growth and building a reputation as a reputable provider of tent and party rentals.

The success of Magnif-A-Tent is rooted in the founders’ unwavering commitment to hard work and the power of teamwork. They never lost sight of the collective efforts of their dedicated employees, who play a vital role in creating unforgettable moments and bringing visions to life. Magnif-A-Tent stands as a testament to the power of dreams, friendship, and an unwavering commitment to each other.

Furthermore, Magnif-A-Tent recognizes that community, gatherings, and events are an integral part of our human DNA. These elements have been present in every culture dating back to the beginning of mankind. Magnif-A-Tent understands the significance of bringing people together to create memorable experiences. Gatherings transcend time and cultural boundaries. With a deep understanding of the power of community, Magnif-A-Tent is dedicated to providing exceptional service and helping clients create moments that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Patrick Pyne, Co-Founder

Patrick Pyne is a remarkable individual whose journey reflects ambition and dedication. As a Hofstra University graduate in Finance, he has successfully transitioned into entrepreneurship with his business, Magnif-A-Tent. Beyond his professional achievements, Patrick values his personal life, cherishing moments with his family, including his wife Laura, his daughter Fallon, and their Bullmastiff, Benny. An active lifestyle is also important to him; he enjoys playing hockey, lifting weights, gardening, outdoor activities such as hiking and tackling home improvement projects.

Patrick’s passion for continuous learning drives him to seek personal growth, believing in the endless potential for improvement. This mindset, coupled with his friendly and honest demeanor, has been instrumental in overcoming challenges and reaching success. From an early age, he has always sought out the ‘why’ of any challenge and question the reasoning behind the approach. The hunger for knowledge, accompanied with unwavering optimism and a lead by example mentality has carved out the type of leader he is today.

As the owner of Magnif-A-Tent, Patrick has cultivated a reputation for outstanding service and quality, making his boutique tent and event rental business a preferred choice for Long Island residents. His commitment to excellence has garnered a loyal customer base and contributed to the thriving nature of his business.

Overall, Patrick embodies the essence of hard work and community commitment, serving as an inspiring example of what can be achieved through dedication and a lifelong quest for knowledge.

Justin Baliunas, Co-Founder

Justin’s journey is one of resilience, ambition, and an unwavering entrepreneurial spirit that has shaped him into the successful business leader he is today. Born into challenging circumstances, Justin faced significant adversity early in life when he was placed into the foster care system at three years old. At the age of eight, he was adopted by a loving family that has since become his greatest support system. Although they differed in many ways, Justin always cherished his new family, recognizing them as his own.

Growing up, Justin often felt out of place and struggled to find his identity. However, it was in the company of friends that he discovered a sense of peace and belonging. His earliest childhood friend, Patrick, is now his business partner and co-founder of Magnif-A-Tent. Justin’s love for socializing and connecting with others became a vital part of his life, providing comfort and a sense of community. This passion for building relationships naturally led him to the events and hospitality industry, where he could create memorable experiences for others.

Even from a young age, Justin exhibited an entrepreneurial mindset, albeit unconsciously. In second grade, he faced consequences for his creativity due to his unique business venture—using scissors to shave his classmates’ pencils down to raw wood, which he then decorated and sold for 25 cents each.

With a restless and ambitious mind, Justin excelled in sports and appreciated school for its social opportunities. Although he easily passed his classes with minimal effort, he often felt that the traditional classroom setting did not fit his learning style. After high school, he attended community college while Patrick pursued a finance degree at Hofstra University. Both shared a vision of entrepreneurship from their various service industry jobs that provided insight into customer needs.

During his time in college, Justin and Patrick took a significant leap of faith. He and Patrick invested in their first tent rental package, which included tables and chairs, allowing them to start a side business while working summer jobs at a pool company. Committed to reinvesting every dollar they earned, they sought mentorship from an industry veteran with 25 years of experience. Since 2012, they prioritized their reputation and client satisfaction over immediate financial gain, focusing on growth and learning.

As Justin discovered his passion for helping people host memorable events, he realized that this career path perfectly aligned with his love for socializing and connecting with others. The joy he felt in facilitating gatherings and celebrations reinforced his sense of belonging. Since then, their business has achieved remarkable growth, becoming a household name on Long Island.

Five years ago, Justin met his wife, who embodies the qualities of an entrepreneur’s dream partner. Supportive and patient, she has stepped in as an administrative assistant to help manage their growing business while balancing her full-time job in healthcare administration. Together, they navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship, and Justin credits her unwavering support as a cornerstone of his success.

Through determination and a commitment to excellence, Justin has transformed his early struggles into a powerful narrative of success, driven by a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. He continues to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit that has defined his life, committed to building a legacy that honors his journey and supports his community.

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”-Unknown

Emma Peck
6 days ago

Meghan and her team were fantastic to work with! Meghan made the process simple and truly stress free. We rented farm house tables and they perfectly suited our venue (The Barn at Old Bethpage). I even added a table two days before the wedding and Meghan made it happen. Thank you Magnif-A-Tent!

Cassidy Zilinske
a week ago

This is the second year we used a tent for our big Thanksgiving crowd and it was great! Easy, professional, and efficient company to work with!

Kristine Thomson
2 weeks ago

What a wonderful team! From Meghan in the office to the boys who come to install and breakdown the tent jobs and the owners Justin & Pat, I can't say enough great things about Magnif-A-Tent, truly. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. They'll help you and get you exactly what you need and it's a pleasure to work with them the entire time. Thanks again!

Mary Jo Bennett
a month ago

Magnif-A-Tent was truly magnificent. Meghan was awesome. She was always available, patient and executed our requests flawlessly. My daughter and son in-law had a spectacular tented wedding even though it rained. Thank you to all at Magnif-A-Tent who made the reception so special.

Matthew Rivera
a month ago

Best tent rental place around.

Michelle Falese
a month ago

We chose Magnif-A-Tent for our backyard wedding and are so glad we did! Megan was so helpful from the beginning, always willing to jump on a call to discuss small details when we needed. We made several changes to our plans during the process and Megan was always quick to adapt and set us up with the right tent and rentals for our needs. Our partial clear top tent was absolutely beautiful and the set up crew was efficient, friendly and respectful to our yard. Pat was also extremely pleasant to work with and came to the property several times to ensure everything would be perfect!

Leora Sessa
a month ago

Magnif-A-Tent is our go to company when we throw a party !! In the last few months we used them multiple times and we could not be happier !!! The customer service is truly amazing which is rare these days!! Justin is the absolute best! He is so easy to work with, they come to the space and measure and guide us on what size tent we need for the amount of people we are having! They work with us on all our price points for every party we have had even customizing our last tent to fit the budget and still have exactly what we want!! We just threw a Halloween anniversary party at our new property Magnificent-a-tent was able to do a beautiful 40x60 tent with beautiful lighting, they laid out an entire floor and walkway into the tent along with a heater that kept our guests comfortable in the chill of the night! Justin and his team also supplied us with the banquet tables, cocktail tables, linens and modern stools it really is a one stop shop ! We could not be more thankful !! I would recommend this company to everyone !! Thanks again Justin!

Kathy
2 months ago

Honestly, this whole experience with Magnif-A - Tent was just outstanding from initial planning to taking the equipment away! The staff is super helpful and professional and every detail was handled beautifully. This was a deck/backyard wedding celebration in Blue Point with two tents and tables and dishes/glassware/silverware..It was simply perfect and I am so grateful for the help from this hard working crew! Thank you for the stellar work!!

Alexandra Butler
2 months ago

At first, I was hesitant about hiring Magnifatent because they seemed pricier than other tent companies, but let me tell you- you really get what you pay for and I am SO glad we chose them. They didn’t just rent us a tent; they helped us create a whole floor plan to make sure our vision would fit the space. They were responsive (to my nonstop emails and requests- I’msorry lol), organized, and a pleasure to work with. We went with a clear-top tent, and when there was a small scuff on one of the panels, they immediately replaced it with a brand-new cover. They even dropped off heaters last minute due to the weather, and covered the pole that would be behind our sweetheart table. We got all our tables, chairs, cocktail tables, ceremony chairs, tent, and heaters from them, and it all looked beautiful. The weather ended up being terrible and we had to move our entire ceremony to under the tent, and it was truly just as beautiful. Honestly, I would never even consider hiring a different tent company after working with Megan and her brother at Magnifatent. A++++++

Janice Lewart
2 months ago

Amazing!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!

Quinn Kelly
2 months ago

Words cannot describe how eternally grateful my husband and I are to have had Meghan , Pat and Justin of Magnifatent. We have had the absolute pleasure of working with this magnificent team since day one. Meghan was an absolute gem and beautiful human being. She spoke with me and my father on MANY long phone calls over the two years of planning to bring to life the most beautiful event space. We trusted her to give her FULL creative freedom to pick and choose napkins, runners, tables, chairs, lighting , raising the tent height, the kind of tent and the ten million of design choices; each choice she made perfectly matched the outdoor venue space. She created a magical fairytale space. Meghan used a design program to help us visualize the space and move aspects of this around in 2D and 3D visuals. This was VITAL for our other vendors to understand the space that was being created. Meghan , you are our fairy godmother and we love you so much. You were so patient , kind, and a creative genius. I have no visual spatial skills, and you took the time to help explain everything to all of us and make us feel like we were going to be able to see everything before the day of which completely helped ease my bride brain. thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Pat. You are simply a magician. You put up our ginormous structure of a tent, all the lighting in the tent and over the deck of the pool in one day . your team worked tirelessly and were beautiful and kind people. I cannot thank you enough for the endless site visits and helping explain everything to us and allowing the space feel safe and comfortable and also allowing us to add heaters to the pool deck and the tent only days before. All of your recommendations of adding tent attendants , knowing ways to keep the tent warm and cool. Were absolutely essential, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You are amazing. Justin. The man myth and legend. The day of our wedding it rained during our vows. It was very magical, however our DJ’s sound board was ruined. You saved the day by helping us find another DJ IN THE AREA during our cocktail hour. A night that could have been a disaster, was saved by your quick thinking. A new DJ was found, with the SAME equipment we needed. My husband and I didn’t know anything was amiss. You SAVED THE DAY. Your quick thinking and calm demeanor allowed us to enjoy cocktail hour and never know what was going on behind the scenes. THANK YOU for being our fairy god father. There are NO WORDS to describe how ABSOLUTELY AMAZING this team was start to finish over our entire planning process. They made everything easy, understanding, and made it feel like we were working with family. The running joke of our farewell brunch was we will have three kids and name them after this team because we truly owe them that much. They are forever family and cannot thank them enough.

Gabrielle Ferrara
2 months ago

Amazing tent & furniture quality. The wooden tables are beautifully made. Set up was seamless. Highly recommend!

Thomas Bigansky
3 months ago

I cannot recommend this company enough! We hired them at the last minute for our wedding when the weather changed, and they truly saved the day. Their team was incredibly responsive and managed to set up a beautiful tent that not only fit our needs perfectly, but also added a touch of elegance to our ceremony. Their professionalism and quick turnaround made all the difference, and we couldn’t have had such a perfect day without them. If you need a reliable and fantastic tent service, look no further!

Brittni LoNigro
3 months ago

Working with Magnif-A-Tent was a literal dream. They were quick to respond with any questions I had. They were flexible with the many many changes that were made while planning my wedding. They never once complained or made me feel like I was a bother. I felt completely comfortable and relaxed knowing that they would be a big part of my wedding day. A true family owned business that cares about their customers. The tent for my wedding was beautiful! The tables, chairs, dance floor, stage, bars, and lighting were exactly what I wanted and they were in MINT condition. I would 100% work with them again.

Lorna Howell
3 months ago

I am very happy with this company. I will definitely use them again and refer to all.

Valerie Megiel
3 months ago

I rented a tent, tables, chairs and linens for a backyard baby shower. I was pleased with everything. There was a slight issue with some of the linens. I texted Meghan, my company contact, the night before my party and Justin (the owner) showed up early the next morning with replacement linens. I was very impressed with their professionalism, from installation to removal and everything in between. I would use them again. A very reputable company.

Jessica Fulena
4 months ago

Can't recommend enough! They were professional, responsive, timely, and the price was great! Would definitely use them again!

Rick Dionisio
4 months ago

Magnif-A-Tent Party Rentals made our event a breeze! The tent rental process was easy, and Meghan was responsive and an absolute pleasure to work with. The installers were friendly, polite, and quick, and the tent, string lighting, and rustic wood bar all looked amazing! I would definitely use them again and highly recommend their services!

Maureen Russo
4 months ago

Magnif-A-Tent did my father’s 90th birthday this past weekend. I have also used them In the past for other events. Their customer service and professionalism is always consistent. They are so easy to work with and always do a great job with set up and removal. I wouldn’t use anyone else. Cannot recommend them enough!

Amanda Graziano Donay
4 months ago

Wonderful and reliable Company. Just used them this past weekend for my son’s birthday. Will definitely use again.

T Jackson
4 months ago

I had the pleasure of utilizing the services of Magnif-A-Tent for a backyard gala for my daughter. Justin and his staff are magnificent. The level of service is outstanding. We had to make a last minute adjustments the day of our event and Justin and his staff were very accommodating and made our event a great success.

Dawn Bulzomi
4 months ago

They did a great job. Super easy to deal with.

Juliann Pagnotta
4 months ago

We hired Magnif-A-Tent for an event at our home and were extremely impressed by them from start to finish. They were meticulous in their set up and prompt in removing all equipment. Our guests raved about how beautiful everything looked and several have asked for the contact information for upcoming events. We wholeheartedly recommend Magnif-A-Tent for an unforgettable experience!

Christine Ingrisano
4 months ago

Exceeded expectations, very pleased with customer service before and after my event, and the field team was excellent. Will use again!!

Angela Mannhaupt
4 months ago

Meghan was a pleasure to deal with and so helpful in planning the tent and seating arrangements for my daughter’s engagement party. I was last minute adding tables and chairs and linens. Meghan was patient and accommodating. The set up went smoothly and everything looked amazing for the special day! I’m so glad we decided to use this company!

Jason Deluca
4 months ago

We had a great experience with Magnif-a-tent both times we used them. They were easy to reach, and effortlessly answered our questions. The set up and removal were done exactly when they said it would. The tents, chairs, etc., were all in very good condition. I am happy to refer a company like Magnif-a-tent.

LAURA AMATO
4 months ago

My first sign that this company was above all others was it was the only company that called me back in less than a week. In fact, they called me the next day. From that moment on their advice and professionalism got me through one of the most important events in my life, if I could give 10 stars I would. Meghan and Pat are amazing. My advice would be to take their advice and your event will be perfect.

Bob Schindler
4 months ago

I hired Magnif-A-Tent for my daughter's high school graduation. They were very professional, responsive, experienced and did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them.

Philip Echevarrio
5 months ago

Great quality and service provided by Magnifatent celebrating my wife’s retirement party!

Maria Urban
5 months ago

Great communication and customer service!! Would be 5 stars but the chairs were a bit rusty. I'd definitely use them again but would ask for newer chairs.

Joseph Sessa
5 months ago

Justin and his team were amazing! On time and professional. I will only be using them going forward! Thanks Again!

Danny D Rock
5 months ago

Hands-down, the best tent company I’ve worked with and that’s coming from an event professional. These guys are timely, diligent, trustworthy, and knowledgeable - their team of pros really care for every job and detail. They were commissioned to hang open source string lights at my clients home with very short notice and were able to not only tackle the request but adapt to the clients needs on site, where the client now wants to keep their lights because it looks so beautiful

Stephen Selvaggio
5 months ago

I've used this company often and would highly recommend them, Meghan is so helpful and easy to work with

Claudine Vacirca
5 months ago

Justin and Meghan were the best. My daughter decided to have her wedding celebration on a beach setting. Of course weather is always a concern - as luck had it - it turned out great. Justin and his crew set up an amazing outdoor wonderland for our guests to enjoy both the beach and an elegant outdoor space. This could only have happened with Justin at the helm and Meghan as back up. Thanks for making my daughter’s dream come true.

M. Umar Beig
5 months ago

I've used Magnif-A-Tent twice now for graduation events and it has been nothing short of a stellar experience. They were friendly, accommodating, responsive and nothing short of amazing to work with.. would absolutely recommend!

Ryan Thorman
6 months ago

A plus service all around. Would highly recommend.

Alexis Bryant
6 months ago

Referred to this company on a months notice and there they were! Amazing experience with the crew from Magnif-a-tent - special shout out to Jack who made sure everything was perfect. Hosted my mom’s birthday surprise party last weekend at my home and they arrived promptly to set up a day in advance which took a massive amount of stress off of me. The tent looked amazing with tables chairs and white linens as well as bistro lighting across the top which one of the guys (Jack) did in a really pretty pattern. Working with them was super easy and I would most definitely recommend for your next party or event!

Tom DeMola
6 months ago

Wonderful to deal with from the reservation process and all throughout the setup and return process. These folks are easy to work with as they are courteous, professional, and considerate.

John Castle
7 months ago

Everything we needed for a backyard brunch (tent, tables, chairs, linens). Good customer service, reasonable prices, and the guys who installed and picked everything up were great. Would book again.

Nikki Milla
7 months ago

I loved working with Manif-A-Tent! They were so easy to work with and we loved the farm tables we rented for our wedding.

Ashley Toala Montalvo
7 months ago

We used this tent service for my daughter's first birthday. Magnif-A-Tent is truly professional, timely and flexible. They work with you on set up and make sure that their customers are happy!

Ryan Vyskocil
9 months ago

Beautiful farm tables, which we rented for our recent wedding. And the sales reps were both responsive and professional. Overall, great and seamless experience.

Tina Vaidya Patel
10 months ago

Truly a magnificent company! They did a tent for a backyard party- and everything turned out so beautiful. The set up was elegant and they took care of everything, answered questions, were extremely patient and really are a well oiled machine with superb customer service! They made the process very seamless, easy and very professional.

Donald Durando
11 months ago

Exceptional service! Magnif-a-tent went above and beyond for my New Year's Eve celebration. Their responsiveness and availability were outstanding, ensuring a stress-free experience. I highly recommend them for any event – five stars!

Leighann Gallagher
11 months ago

HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS AMAZING COMPANY!! I can’t begin to express how incredible this company is. We were beyond impressed with Magnifatent and are so glad we went with them for our outdoor October wedding. They are one of the best companies we have ever used and made our entire planning process so much easier. Pat, Meghan, and the entire staff were helpful, professional, hard working, and easy to communicate with. Their professionalism spoke volumes. They did everything they could to ensure our day was incredibly beautiful and did not miss any detail. Our guests could not stop talking about how astounding the tents, tables, chairs, etc were. Meghan and Pat went above and beyond to ensure everything was absolutely perfect for our wedding, and it truly was. We can’t express how grateful we are to have had them as a part of our special day. We cannot recommend them enough! Thank you so much Magnifatent!! Our day was incredible because of you. You will always be our #1 choice.

Lindsey Kolb
a year ago

I can not say enough about this amazing company! My husband threw me a surprise 40th birthday party at our home. Never in a million years would I think he could pull off having a party at our home especially with a tent! After discussing options with the company, they came up with the perfect solution to attach the tent to the back of our house, which extended the party area by so much. The party fell on a cold November night, but with the help of their amazing heaters no one even mentioned the cold! They supplied beautiful cocktail tables, a floor that leveled out the area of our grass, a bar and tons of beautiful lighting! My husband was not able to set up the party until 4:00 the day of which I would imagine a lot of companies would say that is not possible but Justin, Pat & their crew worked with him and got it all done!! I already booked them for another event at my job, and I cannot say enough about them! Without a doubt, I would recommend them 1000 times!! You will not regret using MAGNIF-A-TENT!!

Matthew Levine
a year ago

First time using Magnif-A-Tent and exceeded my expectations. Showed up on time and the whole experience was very smooth. Highly recommend to whoever is considering !

Jason
a year ago

Used them several times for events. Very reliable and personable. Would definitely recommend this company.

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