3 m x 3 m Pop Up Race Tent

A compact and versatile 3 m x 3 m race tent is ideal when space is tight or your setup is simple.

Best for:

• Motorcycle teams

• Privateer karting teams with a single kart

• Tyre storage, sign-on points, or basic catering points

Advantages:

• Compact footprint and easy to transport in most vehicles

• Very quick setup and takedown, even solo

• Perfect for paddocks with limited space or strict footprint rules

A 3 m x 3 m is often the first choice for club-level racers, track day riders, and small privateer outfits.

3 m x 4.5 m Pop Up Race Tent

The 3 m x 4.5 m race tent adds useful extra space without making your paddock footprint unmanageable.

Best for:

• Smaller cars such as Mighty Minis and compact hatchbacks

• Single-seater vehicles such as Caterhams and similar lightweight racers

• Riders or drivers who carry more tools, spares or tyres

Advantages:

• Extra working room for tool chests, spares and jacks

• Offers more flexibility than 3 x 3 without a huge jump in size

• Great mid-point between compact shelter and full race bay

This size is a favourite for drivers who want a bit of breathing room while still keeping costs and space under control.

3 m x 6 m Pop Up Race Tent

The 3 m x 6 m race tent is one of the most popular layouts for club and semi-pro motorsport teams.

Best for:

• Teams needing space for one vehicle plus a small crew area

• Karting and club racing teams wanting a separate working and rest area

Advantages:

• Allows a vehicle to be parked lengthways, fully under cover

• Leaves enough room at one end for team members to relax, work on laptops, or store kit

• Ideal for teams at busy meetings who are in and out of the awning all day

If you want a single structure that does both vehicle cover and basic hospitality, this is a very strong option.

4 m x 6 m Pop Up Race Tent

The 4 m x 6 m race tent is where things start to feel properly “team scale”.

Best for:

• Teams running two average-sized cars nose-to-tail or side-by-side

• Larger vehicles such as drift cars or touring-style cars

• Teams who want a clear bay with room to work around the vehicle

Advantages:

• Wide footprint gives more room to access the car on all sides

• Four-leg design offers open access along the front, ideal for busy paddocks

• Can be used as a mix of vehicle space and semi-formal hospitality area

This size works well for drift teams, club GTs and saloons that need space for bodywork, tyres and data kit.

Heavy Duty Freestanding Race Awnings (Gala Performance MQ-65)

For teams who want maximum strength, a more permanent look, and a professional race awning rather than a pop-up, the Gala Performance MQ-65 freestanding range is the next step up.

These structures are not quite as fast to erect as a pop up race tent, but they provide significantly more rigidity, weather resistance and visual impact.

4 m x 6 m Freestanding Race Awning

The 4 m x 6 m MQ-65 awning is a great starting point for teams who want to upgrade from a pop up to a framed structure.

Use cases:

• One or two vehicles (though we recommend one and using the extra space for working room)

• Car shows or static displays where you expect poor weather or need a smart covered area

The extra internal height and stronger frame make this ideal for teams that want a clean, square, professional look.

4 m x 8 m Freestanding Race Awning

The 4 m x 8 m MQ-65 awning gives a similar footprint to a large pop-up, but with enhanced strength and smarter finishes.

Key benefits:

• Easily fits two vehicles plus some team working space

• High quality PVC covers with beading that slide into the framework

• Walls pull tight for a clean, high-end image for photos, media and sponsors

This is a popular size for drift, GT and endurance teams who want their paddock setup to reflect a professional operation.

6 m x 8 m Freestanding Race Awning

Now we are into serious race awning territory. The 6 m x 8 m size suits teams with large or multiple cars.

Best for:

• Two GT or LMP style cars

• Larger race transporters or wide-body cars that need extra space

• Teams that run full crew and equipment under one structure

The extra width over a 4 m frame makes working around cars far easier and gives you better options for workflow.

6 m x 12 m Freestanding Race Awning

Top of the Gala Performance race tent range, the MQ-65 6 m x 12 m is designed for teams who want a full paddock base.

Key features:

• Sliding curtain walls

• 65 mm aluminium framework for maximum strength

• Customisable PVC covers with options for hard doors and roll up windows

• Enough space to cover up to four cars plus the full team, tools and hospitality

If you are running a multi-car programme and want your awning to perform like a mobile race HQ, this is the size to aim for.

Not Sure Which Race Tent Size You Need?

If you are still unsure which race tent size suits your vehicle, series or paddock footprint, the Gala Performance team can help. Share details like:

• Vehicle type and dimensions

• Number of cars or bikes

• How many people you need to shelter

• Whether you want hospitality space as well as working room

We can then recommend the most suitable pop up race tent or freestanding awning and suggest accessories such as flooring, walling and anchorage to complete your paddock setup.