What Are Table Tents and Why Should You Use Them?

4/11/2025

Custom table tents are like mini billboards—but instead of towering over a freeway, they sit at eye level on any flat surface, quietly catching attention right when people are looking for something to do.

You’ve probably seen them at restaurants, bars, salons, or waiting areas. They’re great for building brand recognition, drawing attention to special offers, highlighting trade show details, or announcing upcoming events.

Also known as table talkers or table tent cards, tents differ from your average marketing tool. They’re the secret sauce that can spice up your promotional efforts, whether you’re marketing a restaurant, retail shop, spa, fundraiser, or school event.

Suppose you have a special offer or an exciting event coming up. In that case, eye-catching table tents can help generate interest in your community—and keep it.

In this post, we’ll walk through why these little table signs are so effective, ways to use them, and tips for designing your own (plus where to get them printed when you’re ready).

Four Reasons Table Talkers Are Terrific Marketing Tools

1. Visual appeal. As anyone who’s ever stood in line knows, you end up looking around—and boom! A table tent catches your eye and pulls you into a little league fundraiser, new spa service, or pub game night.

2. QR code magic. Adding a QR code that directs to your site or a special landing page makes it easy for customers to take action. If you’re raising money for a cause, it’s a simple way to boost donations or raffle ticket sales. (One of our Rotary customers raised $40,000 using QR codes printed on tents placed throughout their community.)

3. Sponsorship space. If you’re promoting a fundraiser, tents offer a great sponsorship opportunity for local businesses—include their logo in exchange for support.

4. Affordable impact You don’t need a massive marketing budget to make a splash. Printed in small batches, tents are cost-effective and high return.

How To Make Them

You can make table cards in Word—but getting the right card stock, formatting, and fold lines can be tricky. And once you factor in the time and cost of printing, trimming, and folding, DIY often doesn’t save much.

Instead, try having them professionally printed online—it’s easy!:

• Choose a design template
• Customize it with your details
• Add a QR code if you like
• Approve your proof and place your order

Most orders ship fast, so you can go from idea to printed tents in just a few business days. Explore our printable table tents to see some options.

Everything You Wanted to Know About Printed Tabletop Tents

What size are they?
They come in different sizes, but ours measure 5.5″ x 6.75″ at the face when folded—just the right size to catch attention without taking over the table.

What kind of paper?
They’re printed on sturdy card stock that stands tall without flopping over. Some options are laminated for extra protection.

How do they stand up?
With an interlocking base! Each tent is shipped flat—just fold and pop into place when you’re ready to use them.

Where should I place them?
It depends on your goal. In-store? Try tabletops, bathroom counters, waiting areas, or checkout stations. Running a community fundraiser? Ask local shops and offices to display them near their front desk or register.

Ready to Test the Table Card Waters?  

If you’ve never used them before, now’s a great time to try. Whether you’re promoting an event, raising funds, or promoting specials, tents are a simple way to boost visibility.

Start by browsing table tent templates and customizing your favorite design. Count on Eventgroove for fast turnaround, great pricing, and excellent customer support—satisfaction guaranteed.