Inflatable Games and the Summer Picnic

The summer picnic is a time tested and proven way to show employee appreciation. It has even longer been known as a family event which brings people together. Planning a picnic this summer for your office, or even for your family is a great way to increase morale and create some fun in the lives of the people around you.

In today’s world there are a lot of stresses. Inflatable Games help people to forget the day to day stresses that keep us down. Just turning off the TV and getting outside for a picnic will hopefully do something to remove your friends, family, and colleagues from the day to day barrage the media is feeding us.

Yes, the stock market is down- yes the economy is struggling, and yes there is a lot to worry about, but a person or an organization can not let the bad things in this world start to overwhelm the bad. A simple smile is worth so much more to life than any other thing. The bottom line is if the economy crumbles, we will still have to live- and at that point we are still going to have to figure out how to enjoy life.

Summer Picnic – The Basics of Life

When you are at a picnic you get to escape the regular day to day effects. You get to enjoy some fresh air, play a game, enjoy good food, company, and relaxation. At this point in time, it is so important for people in our country to enjoy some time off with friends, family, or colleagues- We need a break. We need a release. We need a laugh!

At our company we specialize in creating smiles. We are smile makers for all kinds of gatherings- from the smallest family picnics, to s ome of the largest company picnic events around. Our inventory of inflatable games is massive- and in it we are sure we can find at least one activity for every person in your group.

When it comes to providing entertainment and games for summer picnics and special events- we can help.

Pool Table Rentals – Billiards Rentals – Table Games and Arcade Games

Renting Pool tables for all types of parties and events to West Coast customers. We specialize in providing large scale fun for corporate parties and events. Our rental options include pool table rentals, video games, air hockey, foosball, shuffleboard, arcade games, nhl ice hockey, and a myriad of other fun options. We even have a western shooting gallery, which is the ideal addition to just about any special event or party!

Renting Pool Tables – A Guide.
We frequently come across customers who want to rent a pool table and have in the past used a local billiards sales and supply house. While in some cases this may be more cost effective than using a rental company like ourselves you can be putting your entire event at risk.

We specialize in providing entertainment and games to parties and events, which means we understand the importance of being on time, on schedule, and providing every detail with flawless execution. We are completing special events on a daily basis and understand the basics, and demand the best from our staff.

We will go the extra mile to make sure your event is handled with extreme precision. It is what we do.

If you want to Rent Pool Tables- please call us today at 503.381.4462!

Inflatable games, bounce houses, and slides make a terrific addition to any light-hearted event. Birthday parties for the young or the young at heart, block parties, backyard barbecues, company picnics, family reunions, and festive weddings are all great opportunities to rent inflatable games, bounce houses, and slides.

Inflatable Games

Inflatable games come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and activities. Inflatable games are available for guests of all ages. Some examples of inflatable games are the inflatable slot machine, inflatable ring toss, inflatable obstacle courses, and inflatable horse races. Inflatable games add whimsy and fun to any gathering.

Bounce Houses

Bounce houses provide hours of fun for kids of all ages. Even the brave adult can enjoy a few minutes of reliving childhood inside a bounce house. Bounce houses come in many themed varieties. Cartoon characters like the Disney Princesses, Sponge Bob, Winnie the Pooh, and Thomas the Tank Engine are favorite additions to any child’s party. Animal themed bounce houses like tigers, Dalmatian puppies, cows, and turtles are a hit at parties with small children. Fantasy themed bounce houses like pirate ships, fire trucks, and dragons are popular party games as well.

Inflatable Slides

Inflatable slides are available in a wide variety of sizes from small enough for toddlers, to three stories high. Inflatable slides also come in wet/dry varieties. These types of inflatable slides provide perfect entertainment for summer events like company picnics, family reunions, and block parties. Even a backyard barbecue can benefit from a little wet inflatable slide fun.

Including Inflatable Games, Bounce Houses, and Slides in Your Festive Wedding
Many couples believe that their wedding should reflect their personal style and individual personalities. For some newlyweds, this means pitching the traditional wedding reception in favor of a more festive theme.

If you are looking for a wedding reception theme with a little spark, try incorporating inflatable games, bounce houses, and inflatable slides in your festive wedding celebration. You can select a casino night theme entitled, “Betting on Love,” or decorate with a carnival décor and let guests pretend they are running away with the circus.

Inflatable Games, Bounce Houses, and Slides as a Summer School Fund Raiser
If you have tried to organize a summer school fundraiser for your public or private school, you know how difficult it can be to come up with an exciting theme that will draw the crowds and the donations. Inflatable games, bounce houses, and slides are a sure bet for any summer school fundraiser.

Including a few wet activities like a wet inflatable slide and a water obstacle course is a great way to cool of little folks baking in the summer heat. You can charge admission for access to the inflatable games, bounce houses, and slides in addition to passing the hat among bystanders. Adding a refreshment stand and a raffle are other ideas to help you raise money for your school during the hot summer months.

Inflatable games, bounce houses, and slides are versatile entertainment for a wide variety of activities. They provide hours of fun for guests of all ages and come in a multitude of themes to match any whimsical themed party.

Sumo Suits… People love these things.

Just yesterday we brought 2 suits and a padded sumo wrestling mat to a local corporate event in Beaverton, Oregon. Like any typical event, we showed up with the suits and the client was thrilled to see us- and even more excited to see the huge padded suits that she had arranged for her co-workers to climb inside.

The sumo game is a great ice breaker for any special event. We have used this game for all kinds of corporate meetings and events as well as for church youth groups, carnivals, and countless other gatherings.

Selecting fun birthday party games for kids is easy with a few starter ideas. Choosing fun birthday party games for kids begins with determining a theme for your child’s birthday party.

Most children have an area of interest that changes from year to year. Children often enjoy horses, princesses, trains, or construction equipment. Popular superheroes and cartoon characters are also a great option for birthday themes.

Horse Themed Fun Birthday Games for Kids

If your child loves horses, these birthday party games will be a big hit.

*Pin the tail on the horse is a given at any horse-themed birthday party.

*You can also hold an adapted three-legged race where two children work together to form the front and rear end of a horse. Add a tail and a mane made of yarn for added fun. The first pair of children to make their way through an obstacle course wins.

*Blindfold the children and let them use finger paints to create a portrait of a horse. Award prizes for the best portrait, the silliest horse, and the birthday child’s favorite horse portrait.

Princess Themed Fun Birthday Party Games for Kids

Birthday party games for a princess-loving child can include princes as well to help male guests feel included.

*Allow children to decorate their own construction paper crowns for the party.

*Hire a court jester to entertain the children.

*Provide props so guests can dress as princesses and knights in shining armor to act out a rescue scene in the backyard.

*Mix up portions of well-known fairy tales about princesses, like Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and Snow White. Write the scenes out on cards and allow one child to read each card.

Print large numbers on each card and have the children write down each number under the proper fairy tale title. The child with the most sequences correct wins a prize.

Train Themed Fun Birthday Party Games for Kids

Train themed birthday parties are fun for both children and adults. Try out these party game ideas for kids of all ages.

*Play musical chairs but use a recording of a train chugging along the tracks instead of music.

*Have the party guests form a human train and play follow the leader.

*Use a train-shaped piñata filled with candy and small toys as party favors for the guests.

Fun Birthday Party Games for Kids Who Love Construction Equipment

Dump trucks and diggers fascinate both boys and girls. These fun birthday party game ideas work well for a party with a construction equipment theme.

*Bury party favors in a sand box and allow guests to dig for favors with shovels and buckets.

*Serve birthday cake and ice cream in small plastic dump trucks instead of bowls.

*Hand out toy hard hats as party hats and print numbers on the inside of each hat. Select a few numbers to receive special door prizes.

* Play bingo on oversized cards with toy trucks and diggers as bingo chips. The winner must shout, “Haulin’ Dirt” instead of bingo.

Most themed parties can be adapted to include a few fun birthday party games for kids and adults. A little imagination and creativity combined with a few starter ideas like these can get your kid’s birthday party off to a great start.

Planning a Birthday Party for your child has never been this easy when you plan with Clowns Unlimited! Our excellent Event Planning services and skilled Event Planners can help you determine the details of your party–from choosing party themes to numerous event locations to birthday party entertainment!

Clowns Unlimited has various bounce houses, inflatable slides and entertainers to choose from for your birthday party. Rent a birthday cake bounce house and have a birthday clown come in to do magic shows, balloon creations, face painting, game activities and more! We can work within your budget to create the best possible option for your birthday party!

Don’t know where to host your birthday party? No need to worry!

Portland birthday parties have many great options to choose from! Portland Party Planners have great working relationships with an indoor Portland Party Center, various parks, hotels and venues in the Portland metro area. Our professional Portland birthday party clowns and magicians will enchant you with their magic tricks and entertainment skills!

Seattle Event Planning has great relationships with city parks and many great locations for your birthday party! Our professional Seattle birthday party entertainers are ideal for your child’s party. We serve the entire Seattle-Tacoma-Everette region and would be more than happy to entertain and celebrate your kid’s birthday party to your area.

Booking a birthday party with Clowns Unlimited will provide the best birthday party and family entertainment experience imaginable. Let us plan your kid’s birthday party today!

Bounce house rentals are popular at birthday parties and special events. As with all play equipment, bounce houses have a special set of rules and regulations to keep children safe during play. This checklist will help you ensure that your bounce house rental is safe for children.

During the Set up of the Bounce House

During Bounce House Play

Bounce house rentals can provide fun and safe entertainment for children with proper supervision and adherence to safety guidelines.

Are you wondering which inflatable games to rent for your special event? The great part about inflatable games is that they provide hours of enjoyment for all ages.
Inflatable games are available in many different categories. Selecting a category for your party event is mainly a matter of personal preference.

Inflatable Games: Bounce Houses

Bounce houses are a big hit with kids from toddlers all the way to teenagers. Themed bounce houses are available in popular cartoon and movie characters to delight little ones, and animal themed bounce houses are a popular all-around choice as well.

Inflatable Games: Obstacle Courses

Obstacle courses are great fun for party guests of all ages. Teams can pit against each other, or individuals can race for the finish line. Timed trials, backwards races, or blindfolded battles are supplemented to change up the obstacle course race for added fun. A three-legged race through an obstacle course provided instant entertainment for participants and spectators of all ages.

Inflatable Games: Sports

Sporting themed inflatable games are fun for all ages and include an added element of competitiveness. Basketball shootouts, speedball-pitching contests, oversized soccer gear, inflatable hockey matches, and even inflatable racecar courses are available for themed party events.

These inflatable games can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace or timed with a stopwatch for an added element of competition. For events comprised of various age groups, dividing teams into groups equally representing each age range spurs cooperation and cohesiveness among party guests. You can also pit the older guests against the youngest partygoers for added fun.

Inflatable Games: Adventure Games

Inflatable games in the adventure games category are unusual and draw spectators. These adventure games include pedestal jousting, the Velcro wall, inflatable rock climbing, Sumo suit wrestling, and ropes courses. These games are for the truly adventurous and are a blast to watch.

Inflatable Games: Water Games

Inflatable water games are a popular choice for summertime events. They include wet inflatable giant slides, slip and slides, squirt gun tag obstacle courses, inflatable beach volleyball courts, inflatable sprinklers, and everyone’s favorite, the dunk tank.

No matter which type of inflatable games you decide on for your party event, fun is sure to follow! Inflatable games are a no-fuss way to bring entertainment and enjoyment to your event any time of the year and are appropriate for party guests of all ages and walks of life. Adding inflatable games to your event ensures your party will be a hit.

Climbing Wall rentals for all kinds of parties and events. Our mobile fleet of vertical rock walls. Rock Climbers will love these mobile systems for all kinds of events. There is nothing like adding more fun to your carnival, party or event than having a climbing wall for your guests to enjoy- Climbing, repelling, and having races to the top!

Portland area guests love our Climbing Walls- we rent climbing walls all over the State of Oregon- From Bend, to Medford, Beaverton, Clackamas, Banks, Vancouver, and all surrounding areas. Portland Climbing Walls are always a blast when you rent from Clowns Unlimited.

Seattle Rock Wall rentals can be found on this website as well. We serve the entire Seattle- Tacoma- Everett region and would be more than happy to bring a big climbing wall to your next party.

An important part of event planning is including fun party games for everyone. This can be especially challenging if your event consists of guests of differing backgrounds and a wide age range. Despair not however, for with a bit of creativity and ingenuity, you too can create fun party games for everyone at your next event.

Fun Party Games for Everyone

Some event planners choose to include a number of age appropriate party games for each age group. The trick to making each party game enjoyable for everyone is to select games that are enjoyable for spectators as well as participants. This can be achieved by dividing spectators into two groups. Each group cheers for its own participant and the winning team receives a special prize or privilege. Using this method, even a game of musical chairs becomes enjoyable for everyone.

Another great way to make your party games fun for everyone is to create teams comprised of members representing various ages and abilities. You can then pit the teams against each other in a triathlon of games that include physical challenges, knowledge challenges, and the willingness to perform in front of others. Teens can compete in the physical challenges, older adults can complete the knowledge challenges, and younger children can perform for the crowd to win the game. You can also appoint a group of spectators who opt out of the completion as judges for each game. This keeps everyone involved and engaged in the event.

Inflatable Games

Inflatable games are a great way to create fun party games for everyone with little effort. Simply rent your favorite inflatable games for the event and encourage guests to take part. Competitive inflatable games like basketball, obstacle courses, and jousting matches are fun for participants and spectators alike.

Incorporating Food into Fun Party Games for Everyone

Incorporating food into party games is another way to ensure that every guest has an enjoyable time. Contests for making the wackiest food sculpture, the best tasting sandwich, or the most creative cookie decorations are enjoyable for the contestants who are creating the food and for those who receiving the edible creations.

No matter what type of fun party games you choose, if you infuse your games with an amusing and competitive spirit, every party guest will go home happy. Books of party games are available at your local library to give you a few starter ideas, but the best games are those that are adapted to be unique and enjoyable.