Do you have a large beach/picnic-loving family? Well you’ll need a pretty big sun shelter, right? Enter the spacious Coleman Event 14 Deluxe.
Boasting a 150 denier canopy that is rated to UPF50+, this shelter won’t only keep you dry in a drizzle but safe from the fierce summer sun. It meets the CPAI-84 fire retardant standard, which offers protection if the BBQ gets a little too close. Easy to set up with 8 shock-corded poles, this sunshade has a whopping 2.3m internal height which’ll accommodate even the tallest family member.
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Staff tip:To prevent UV damage that isn't covered under warranty, avoid leaving your shelter set up for extended periods in the sun. How long is an extended period?
G'day Tony,
This shelter is designed for occassional recreational camping use. It is designed to be set up for a few days/week at a time while camping. Extended periods would include setting it up as a permanent shelter over a kids pool for a month in summer etc.
Would these be any good as a rain shelter - say for overnight camping trip?
G'day Rob,
These are primarily a sun shelter, with only 450mm water head rating. This means that a column of 450mls of water can be held against this fabric before it starts to leak. It may cover you it light or sporadic showers, but I wouldn't be relying on it for anything more than that. I also has 4 open sides, even with the walls up it wont be sealed, so any rain will likely come through there.
Hope that helps make your decision!
We have had one of these (bought from Snowys) for over 5 years and used it perhaps a dozen times for car camping trips over multiple nights (longest was probably 4 nights). We’ve had torrential rain on some of those trips and the shelter has been waterproof and reliable. The side wall is really useful and we are thinking of buying a second for better protection when it is windy and the rain would otherwise come in from the side. The oztrail mesh flooring (also sold by Snowys) really helps in the wet as well.
Can this shelter be weighted down on a hard/ concrete surface, or does it rely on using the pegs and guy ropes.
G'day Karen,
The Event Shelters ultimately rely on the pegs and guy ropes, however, you may be able to use sandbags or water pods on each leg to help weigh it down. Unfortunately there is no solution by Coleman made specifically for the Event Shelters, but most people manage a DIY solution of some kind. You'll also need to find an alternative for the guys ropes, as they'll need to be anchored aswell.
Unfortunately we left it inthe bag wet and the canopy of the non delux model is now mouldy. just wondering if the cover is the only difference and if that accounts for the additional weight. we found the non deluxe model great, a small tear after 3 years and one of the steel poles split, but was all still useable until this mould incident.
G'day Sam,
The Event 14 and Event 14 Deluxe use the exact same poles, the canopy is different, and the bag is slightly different. Aside from that, they're the same, so you could grab a replacement canopy, or a whole new unit, depending on your pole condition.
I have seen here that the deluxe comes with a wheeled carry bag, but on tentworld it was only in a carry bag. I just want to be sure that it can be wheeled before buying it.
G'day Veronica,
Yes, the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter comes with a wheeled carry bag.
Does Snowys have access to the Event Shelter Deluxe Zippable Groundsheet, the connector Strip or the Event Shelter Deluxe Window Door, I’m struggling to find them anywhere outside of the UK.
G'day Bjorn,
Unfortunately not, the only accessories available for purchase in Australia at this point in time are the side walls.
looking for something that is going to hold up in wet weather conditions but still with these dimensions Regards
G'day Cameron,
The Event 14 are really designed just as a sun shelter, so if you're wanting something that will also keep you dry then the Outdoor Connection Breakaway 450 or the Zempire Aerobase 4 provide a similar-sized shade area, but also have a waterhead rating of 2000mm, which should keep you dry in wet weather.
For using on the beach with moderate wind, would the Deluxe Event or the Zempire 3 Pro be the best pick?
G'day Sean,
The Event 14 will generally fare a little better in windy conditions, however just be sure to secure the shelter well, and secure all of the guy ropes well to ensure your shelter doesn't get damaged by the wind.
What type of lighting is best suited for the deluxe sun shelter? Are there any points for hanging lights? I'd like to purchase the lighting before I first assemble the shelter. A center loop or hook would be great, but I can't see any from the pictures.
G'day Sean,
The Event 14 doesn't have any specific hanging loops however the frame is exposed internally, so you could loop some cord over the pole, or central hub to hang a lantern from fairly easily. 12V Strip lights are also fairly popular in these shelters too, with some options having magnetic backing, or velcro loops to attach to the frame.
does this shelter have a wind eating?
G'day Kelly,
Coleman has not provided a wind rating for the Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter. We'd advise you ensure the shelter is pegged down with all guy ropes and if you find the weather is becoming noticeably windier, take the shelter down to avoid any potential damage.
Hi I’ve just bought this and done a test setup before we head away. Went up fine but the canopy seems quite tight across the frame. The hooks at the corners are at full extension and still very tight and some of the Velcro ties are pulling quite tight. I tried adjusting the shape and position of the frame but couldn’t seem to get it much looser. Any tips or is this just how it should be? Thanks.
G'day Anthony,
The canopy on the Event 14 shelter will be pretty snug to reduce any chance of flapping. As long as it fits and isn't causing damage to the canopy then it should be fine.
Camping with friends, the traditional gazebos end up being kitchens with enough height to allow stoves etc around the edges. Am looking for a lighter less cumbersome option but how would these shelters cope with a stove or weber q on a table?
G'day Steven,
You should be just fine to cook under a Coleman Event 14. Despite the whole thing being curved the walls actually stand up quite straight. Like with any gazebo, be careful and make sure the stove isn't anywhere it might touch the walls etc. To get a better idea of the space you'll have under the shelter watch our video (click here) with staff member Ben running through all the features.
Hi there, we are wanting to erect this over a small above ground pool for the summer. It is in quite a windy area. Have tried many other cheaper shelters that have poles and they don't withstand the weather. What do you think about the Deluxe shelter for that use? Or do you recommend something else? thanks
G'day Rebecca,
The Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter is a good option to put up over the pool, however, these are not designed to be used as a permanent structure so if it is left up over the summer then the canopy will likely deteriorate fairly quickly.
Im thinking of buying event 14 Delux Coleman sundome ,6p. I want to pitch the dome probably a third of the way into the shelter, just so the front part of the dome is sheltered. My question is will it fit under?....can't find the height at entry to the shelter or for the sundome 6p. Anyway you can check?
G'day Marcel,
Very good question! The entry into the Event 14 is between 175-185cm (depending on the surface) and the height of the Sundome is around 180cm (at the peak). To answer your question, it should fit but only because you're not wanting to have the entire tent under
I hope that helps. Laine :)
Hi, what mesh style floor cover would you recommend for this? thank you!
G'day Jacqui,
The best ground cover I can recommend for the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter would be an OZtrail Ultramesh Tarp. Whilst there isn't a size that will fit perfectly, I'd recommend either getting two of the 8 x 16 ft tarps, which will cover all the space (plus a bit) or one 12 x 16 ft tarp, which will cover all but a strip of about 60cm under the shelter.
is this ok to use for camping? we are going away for a week and have a family of 5 and this has more shade.
G'day Tegan,
As long as you've got a large enough campsite booked (keeping in mind the massive size of the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter), then you should have a great time using this whilst camping!
Does this shade cover have an option of attachable side tent as the Boab shade cover does which I've also looked at.
G'day Allan,
The Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter doesn't have a side tent that's designed to go with it, no. The Oztrail Deluxe Gazebo does have a compatible tent if that design interests you at all.
Wondering if it'll fit under my huge tarp in a downpour? I want to put up the four walls for warmth. Curious if the tarp poles I have are tall enough. Thanks
G'day Karen,
The maximum external height of the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter is about 2.4m.
hi there- I have a few little rips (from very big wind gusts!) in the canopy. Before I rip out the gaffer tape- can you recommend a simple/ neater repair method please- rips are 50mm or so straight tears in the corners
G'day Pete,
We sell a few repair kits that you might be able to use to repair your Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter. Hopefully, it'll look a fair bit cleaner than the gaffer tape.
How long would it take for an adult and 10 year old to set this up? I need a realistic guide as the tent I have bought did not go up in the time specified!
G'day Maree,
Realistically you would need approximately 30-45 minutes to set up the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter Sunwall with one adult, and one 10 year old.
Hi, Reading through your reviews/answers on both the standard and the deluxe it seems that the deluxe is preferred if if has more frequent use. Why is this so and is it related to the fabric (150d vs 75d??)
G'day Jaye,
You're spot on, the fabric in the deluxe model will be more durable in the long run. Both more UV and tear resiastant than the standard model.
I have a Coleman 6-person instant tent is it possible to put this sun shelter on top of the tent as an additional insulation? Thanks.
G'day Victor,
Unfortunately, I don't have a way to physically test this in store and we've never had this query before. However, from reading all dimensions, it looks possible. The only concern I have is the angle of the four legs of the Event 14 Sun Shelter and whether they slope sharply which will bring them in contact with the tent.
just wondering how durable given the 150denier fabric.. do you receive complaints on this falling apart after some basic sun use? Colemans website doesnt suggest his is very wet weather proof.. what is your view on this?
G'day Joe,
We've had some excellent feedback on the quality of the shelter, which you can check out in the reviews tab if you like.
150D is a lighter weight material, but as the material is UPF50 rated, sun damage should not be an issue with this shelter.
This shelter has a 450mm waterhead rating so we would say that it would stand up to a light shower, but it's not specifically designed for use in heavy rain.
Hi, does your Brendale store have the Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter + Sunwall on display? We are trying to figure out if our kombi will fit underneath & still allow room for activities... it's hard to do that with only general measurements online but we'd be happy to come in & take the relevant measurements ourselves...
G'day Kellie,
Unfortunately, we don't have any of the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelters set up at the moment. Our Brendale team will be more than happy to set one up for you if you were able to give them a bit of notice before popping in. Just give us a call on 1300 914 007 before you plan on heading down & we'll get it organised for you.
What size tarp do you recommend for flooring?
G'day Andrew,
The distance between each corner of the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter is 426 cm. The recommendation I would make is to combine 2x Oztrail Ultramesh Tarps which are 2.4 x 4.8 m in size.
Do you sell the cloth Iv got the frame
G'day Keith,
Happy to help you out here. We'll need to look into placing a special order with Coleman for the Event 14 Canopy. Would you be able to give us a call on 1300 914 007 and we can look into availability and pricing for you.
G'day, was wondering if the sunwall is 150D like the canopy. I was looking at the additional sunwall's on here and they only seem to come in 75D, are there 150D sunwall's available to purchase separately? Cheers
G'day Edan,
I've had a look at the Coleman pricelist and it looks like they only make the one option in sunwalls for the Event 14 series. The wall that comes with the Event 14 Deluxe is the same standard 75d wall.
Is there a panel available to join 2 together like I've seen on the internet for what I assume is the overseas model?
G'day Camping Mum,
We're not aware of any panel to connect the Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Sun Shelter together, however, if you could shoot us an email to service@snowys.com.au with what you've seen and we can investigate to whether we can source it for you.
Event 14 Deluxe
G'day!
We haven't heard of anyone doing this, but from looking at the frame/poles of this shelter it wouldn't be as simple as switching out the poles for heavier ones as the poles would need to be the same diameter to fit so it would have to be a custom job as far as we understand it.
Keep in mind that it would also affect the warranty and also perhaps the integrity of the structure, so that's something to think about before you make your decision.
G’day Ian, you most certainly can purchase extra walls for your Coleman Event 14 Deluxe Shelter and Sunwall. Just search this product code in the search bar: 33101 select the number you’d like, and then follow the prompts to purchase.
Hi, just wondering if can tell me the key difference between this deluxe version and the normal Coleman Event 14 sun shelter. I appreciate this has a thicker denier, however it appears to have the same waterhead and UPF rating as the standard, so I'm confused as to what the benefit of the deluxe is? thanks
Hi Sonja, the only difference is exactly what you’ve found – and that’s in the quality of the material. The deluxe has 150 denier which is double the weight of the regular (75 denier), so if you’re going to use the shelter every other week then I’d get the deluxe but if you’re only going to bring it out once or twice a year then the regular is probably more suitable for you.
We have a normal event 14 that we have had for around 3 years. Are replaceable covers available or do we have to buy a whole new shelter as ours is starting to develop holes? I would like to replace with the heavier duty cover rather then the lighter one for more water proofness as we do get water leak through the other one. Seems pointless replacing the whole shelter when the frame is still in top condition
I've used mine about 3 times now and had it for about a month. The last time it was raining for a day or so. I put it up again when I got home the next day to dry out and when I was packing up noticed that the poles were starting to get rusty on the ends, and the hooks attached to the material also had some minor signs of rust. I know it's not a rain shelter, but I think it's reasonable that outdoor gear is going to get wet sometimes. Is it usual to have a little surface rust like this?
G'day Nathan - A little surface rust may occur if the coating of the metal bits is scuffed and/or if the shelter is damp in storage. If you pack it away wet, do unbundle and dry it out as soon as possible. If you think the pole components might be faulty, by all means send our warranty guy, Corey, an email and he can investigate further: warranties@snowys.com.au. Hope that helps. Cheers, Paul
Hi, On a recent trip when dismantling my Event 14 Gazebo one of the poles came completely apart from the rest. I was hoping for some advice on how to re-join the spring/elastic/chain parts from the two sections. Many thanks, Phil
Do you have the additional walls in the deluxe version or just the standard one.
Please could you tell me height of entrance? Wondering if would suit a Tourer 9 tent close to it/front under arch for dry tent exit in rain, and also would give lots of shade/rain protection for seating and cooking?
It's 183cm
Thanks for the inside info Kerrie!
What are the length of the pegs for the foundation? If I require longer metal pegs do you sell them and will they go through the eyelets?
Had older Coleman Event 14 but it leaked along seams and it was too hot under it so quickly replaced it with Oztrail Ultrarig Tarp which was significantly cooler to sit under but its takes too long to set up. Is the new Event 14 150D canopy cooler to sit underneath than the older version? How does it compare to the Oztrail Ultrarig Tarps? Does it still leak along the seams?
I'd like to get mesh walls for this shelter. Also do you sell the "mesh wall with door", I have seen on European and UK Coleman sites.