Planning an event in Springfield Missouri that truly stands out can be a daunting task, especially when you envision the excitement of a full-fledged carnival but lack the resources of a major fair. The challenge isn’t just about finding rides; it’s about securing safe, engaging attractions that fit your budget, space, and target audience, whether it’s a small church picnic or a large corporate gathering.
The dream of a thrilling carnival atmosphere often comes with a hefty dose of logistical nightmares. From understanding the varying needs of different age groups – from tiny tots to thrill-seeking teens and adults – to navigating complex safety regulations and the sheer scale of setting up amusement rides, the process can quickly become overwhelming. Many event planners find themselves asking: Where do I even start when local fairs like the Ozark Empire Fair or the Heart of the Ozarks Fair bring in massive crowds with their impressive midways?
The good news is that you don’t need to be a county fair organizer to infuse your Springfield Missouri event with the magic of carnival rides. The solution lies in leveraging local carnival ride rental companies that specialize in bringing the fun directly to you, complete with professional setup, operation, and safety assurances.
Before diving into ride options, clearly outline the scope and purpose of your event. Is it a family reunion, a school fundraiser, a corporate team-building day, or a community festival? Consider your expected attendance, space availability, and, most importantly, the age range of your guests. For instance, while major fairs like the Ozark Empire Fair cater to a broad demographic (attracting over 150,000 visitors, including families and adults), a smaller event might prioritize kiddie rides and family-friendly attractions. Understanding your audience will guide your ride selection, ensuring maximum enjoyment and suitability.
Large carnival operators primarily operate full carnivals and typically do not offer individual ride rentals. Instead, focus on companies specializing in event rentals. Southwest Missouri boasts several dedicated providers who specifically cater to private events, offering a diverse inventory of rides from classic carousels and fun slides to more adventurous options like bumper cars and swing rides. These companies are set up to deliver, install, operate, and dismantle individual attractions, making them ideal partners for your custom event.
When renting carnival rides, safety should be your paramount concern. Reputable rental companies will emphasize their commitment to safety, including regular equipment inspections, fully trained and uniformed operators, and comprehensive liability insurance. Don’t hesitate to ask for their safety protocols and proof of insurance. Companies who adhere to state and local regulations, offer peace of mind that your guests are in capable hands.
To appeal to a wide range of attendees, aim for a mix of ride types. For younger children, look for classic kiddie rides like mini carousels, trackless trains, or small swing rides. Family-friendly options such as fun slides, bumper cars, or spinning rides (like Tubs of Fun) are great for all ages. If your event caters to a more adventurous crowd and space allows, consider thrill rides offered by some rental companies, though these are less common for individual rentals compared to full-scale carnivals. Many rental providers also offer carnival games, rock walls, and euro bungee setups to complement your ride attractions.
Carnival ride rentals often come with a minimum order. Pricing varies significantly based on the ride type, duration of rental, and staffing requirements. Most rental companies handle all logistics, including delivery, setup, staffing, and teardown, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your event. Be sure to discuss space requirements, power needs, and access to your event location with your chosen provider early in the planning process to avoid any last-minute surprises.
For a seamless and unforgettable carnival experience, Jumping Jacks Event Rentals offers a fantastic selection of attractions, ensuring your Springfield Missouri event is a resounding success.
How It Works
Step 1: Schedule your event
Pick your date and bounce house, then let us know the details with a quick call or online quote. We’ll confirm availability and lock in your spot so you’re set to go.
Step 2: We'll handle the details
Our team takes care of details, delivery, setup, and safety checks, ensuring everything’s clean, secure, and ready before your guests arrive. We'll even inform you if we need additional information.
Step 3: Enjoy your event
Kick back and watch the fun unfold as your guests bounce away, knowing we’ll handle the tear down and pickup afterward. It’s your party—make the most of it stress-free!
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Yes. Once we have set up your rental and inspected it, we leave it in your care to make sure it stays in good rentable condition. The only exception is normal wear and tear. You may purchase an additional damage waiver that will cover any unintended damage caused to our unit. See next question to learn more about the damage waiver. Please read all of our contracts and literature to understand the importance of using our equipment with suggested rules and guidelines.
The damage waiver covers up to $2000 per contract in accidental damage of rental equipment. The damage waiver does NOT cover theft, vandalism, silly string, misuse and/or abuse. The damage waiver does NOT cover missing equipment. Jumping Jacks will bill for any and all missing equipment at new replacement cost.
It’s Simple! Pick out the inflatables that work best for your event & add it (them) to your cart. When you’ve made your selection begin the checkout process. We take care of the rest from reservation and delivery to pick-up.
No deposit is required to reserve however we do require a signature on your agreement before we schedule delivery. The balance is due before we set up for your event.
Our pricing is simple. Most items are priced for up to 3 days of rental time.
Yes, we carry liability insurance above state requirements. We provide a copy for every event if requested.
Yes. To maintain high quality inflatables, please remove shoes before entering the jump space. This helps keep our inflatables clean and reduces wear.
Unfortunately, weather can be a challenge. Your safety is our primary concern. If unfavorable weather conditions, including rain, snow, and/or high winds, are in the immediate forecast our staff will contact you no later than 2 hours before your event. If an event cannot be moved inside, an alternative rental date can be discussed or a full refund can be given. All changes in rental times/dates must be made before the inflatables are delivered.
Staffing is available upon request & at an additional cost. Call us to find out more information. (Our rental prices do not include staffing.)
We typically connect one blower to a 15 amp circuit and two blowers to a 20 amp circuit. If the inflatables are farther than 100 feet from a power source, then we can provide a generator at an additional charge.
It takes about 30 to 45 minutes to set up a single inflatable and about 30 minutes to deflate and load in the trailer. This time frame varies on the quantity of inflatables.
All of our units are available on a first come, first serve basis. You may make reservations as late as the day before your rental. However, keep in mind that inflatable units are in high demand, especially during the warmer months of the year. Therefore, it would be best to make your reservation as soon as possible.
We clean and sanitize our inflatables regularly to ensure customer satisfaction. We thoroughly clean every rental every week and between every rental. If your child has a need for it to be extra clean, please let us know when you rent, and we’ll touch up on site.
In order for us to maintain the cleanliness of our units and to provide our customers with the best possible inflatable rentals, we deliver and set up the inflatables. This personalized customer service allows you to finish any last-minute party planning. We do have some items that are available for pick up.
All water sprinklers should be turned off in the area where the inflatables will be set up. Also, please clear the area of all rocks, sticks or any other sharp objects. A 15 amp electrical outlet within 100 feet of each inflatable is required. We will be driving stakes in the ground so the possibility of hitting a shallow phone line or irrigation line is rare, but possible. This will be the renters responsibility to repair. Please make us aware of any underground utilities that you think could be a concern and we will do our best to avoid these areas.
The space required to set up varies by unit. The sizes of the units are listed in the descriptions and please allow 2′ additional space on all sides of the unit.
Our inflatable units can be set up on just about any flat surface. We would prefer to set up in a grassy area. The surface needs to be clear of any rocks, sticks or other sharp objects. If you’re not sure where to set it up, we can help you decide when we deliver your rental.
Local deliveries are $60 (within 20 miles of our warehouse). Outside of that will start a mileage charge of $8.50 per mile one way. In most cases, we have to go out and come back twice, once for delivery and once for pick-up, making the cost $2.12/mile. Please call with any special requests and we will be glad to assist!
*With the ever-changing fuel prices, this rate may change before it is shown on this page.
We will arrive at your location at least 30 minutes before your stated event start time for weekday and special events and promptly set up your rentals. Some days this might need to be significantly earlier due to volume of rentals for the day. There will be no extra charge and you will still have the inflatable for the duration you paid for. We will give you a brief overview of rental operations to make sure you feel comfortable.
Depending on our pick up schedule for that day we will be there to load up at the end time of your event, or even a couple hours later than your event ends. If your event space is rented, or for any other reason you need it removed by a certain time please make us aware if this time and we will do our best to make it happen.
If you have a weekend rental, we will contact you on the Thursday the week of to notify you of our delivery time on Friday. All weekend rentals will be picked up on Monday unless otherwise discussed. We begin pick up as early as 7am. Please try and have the unit inflated on Monday so we can inspect it and tear it down properly.
Due to our amazing customers, we are able to offer an amazing cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, we ask that you let us know before the morning of your delivery. If you’ve paid in advance, we’ll refund whatever has been paid. All we ask is communication. Please don’t wait till we are at your door step to let us know about your cancellation. We are able to offer this policy because our customers have communicated well with us the over the years and we want to provide the best service possible.
If on the day of the event you decide you would like to extend your event longer than what you have scheduled for, we are happy to try and make this work. Contact us as soon as possible. An additional fee may apply221
