How to Plan a Backyard Party in Colorado

How do you plan a party with inflatable rentals?

Plan in five steps: set the date and guest count, measure your space, choose a unit that fits, confirm power and water access, and book two to three weeks ahead. Bounce Event Rentals delivers, sets up, and removes the unit, so your job is choosing the right rental for the space and crowd.

The five-step plan

  1. Set the date and guest count. Spring and summer weekends fill first, so pick a date early. Note the ages of the children, since that drives the unit choice.
  2. Measure your space. Find a flat, open area and note its length and width, the gate width, and any low branches or wires. Larger units need about 42 inches of gate clearance.
  3. Choose the unit. A standard bounce house suits younger kids and smaller yards; a combo or a tall slide suits mixed ages and larger lots. See the categories under Bounce House Rentals, Combo Bounce House Rentals, and Water Slide Rentals.
  4. Confirm power and water. Every unit needs a standard outlet within about 50 feet, or a generator for remote sites. A wet slide also needs a garden spigot within reach. Two inflatables need two outlets on different circuits.
  5. Book and hold the date. Reserve at Bounce Event Rentals with a one dollar deposit, and the crew handles delivery, setup, and takedown.

Space and surface requirements

  • Footprint: a standard bounce house is about 13 by 14 feet; a 20-foot dual-lane slide needs about 38 feet of clear length.
  • Clearance: leave a few feet around every side and overhead, away from branches, wires, and fences.
  • Surface: grass or soil allows stake anchoring; decks, gravel, and pavement use sandbag ballast. A level area is required for any unit.
  • Gate access: about 42 inches of clearance for larger units.

Power and water

Each inflatable runs on a continuous blower that needs a dedicated standard outlet within about 50 feet. If you rent more than one unit, plan for separate circuits so the blowers do not trip a breaker. For wet slides and combos run wet, you also need a standard garden spigot near the setup spot; the crew makes the connection. For sites without power, ask about a generator when you book.

How far ahead to book

Reserve two to three weeks ahead for spring and summer weekends, graduation season, and the busiest festival dates. Water slide dates in particular fill first once warm weather arrives. Because the company is based in Littleton, many last-minute and same-day requests can still be filled; call or text (720) 783-2900 to check.

Planning FAQs

How much space do I need for a bounce house?

About 13 by 14 feet for a standard unit, plus a few feet of clearance on each side and a level surface. Larger combos and slides need more.

Yes. On hard surfaces the crew anchors with sandbag weights instead of stakes.

Ask about a generator when you book. Each unit needs a standard outlet within about 50 feet.

Two to three weeks ahead for peak dates. A one dollar deposit holds the date.