When you’re planning a party that includes children as guests, renting a bounce house is an excellent entertainment option. Bounce houses provide hours of entertainment for kids of all ages, allowing the adult guests to enjoy each other’s company—or perhaps even join in on the jumping fun.
Bounce houses can nearly guarantee a successful party, but there are a few pointers to keep in mind. Follow these tips to ensure your bounce house entertainment is a success.
Think about space
Bounce houses come in many shapes and sizes. When considering bounce house rental in Minnesota, take a look at your party space and get an accurate idea of how much square footage you have available. Keep in mind the space you will need for the rest of the party—chairs, tables, grills (kept far away from the bounce house), buffet tables and so on. Once you know how much bounce house real estate you have, you can narrow your choices and choose something that fits your space perfectly.
Make sure you have power
Unless you have the lungs of Superman, you will need to ensure there is an ample power source for the blower that is going to keep your bounce house rockin’. Talk to your vendor beforehand to discuss the space in which the bounce house will sit, what power sources are available, whether you will need extensions cords and whether the vendor has generators available, if necessary. Make sure you choose a bounce house rental in Minnesota that can accommodate the space for your party.
Know your party space
When making the arrangements for your bounce house rental in Minnesota, discuss your party venue with the bounce house vendor. Depending on the surface of the space (grass, cement, indoor, etc.), they may need to send extra supplies like sandbags or tarps.
If the party venue is not your own property, you need to run by the rules of the venue regarding bounce house rentals. Event spaces and local parks may have rules and policies regarding bounce house rentals, so be sure you are aware and cooperative.
Put safety first
There’s no doubt about the fun of bounce houses, but if you don’t follow safety precautions, fun can turn into disaster very quickly. Make sure you are aware of the bounce house’s capacity as well as the appropriate age requirements. It’s tempting to allow the kids to run wild, but bounce houses do need adult supervision. If there is a variety in the ages and sizes of the kids, have them enjoy the bounce house in age and size groups. In other words, you don’t want a 12-year old jumping at the same time as a 4-year old. Also, make sure kids are removing their shoes, jewelry and glasses, and emptying their pockets. Explain the rules to their kids, as well as the consequences. Communicate the rules to the rest of the parents as well, so everyone is on the same page.
A bounce house can be the perfect addition to your next birthday party or family picnic. Following these tips and calling Lefty’s Tent and Party Rental will ensure you have a successful party that is entertaining for guests of all ages. Contact us to learn more about bounce house rental options and the many other services we can offer for your next event.
