We ask for a deposit to reserve your date, with the balance due around your event. Because Texas weather can change fast, we work with you on rain and cancellation situations so you are never stuck. Exact terms are shared when you book.
What to expect
A deposit holds your date and equipment
Balance due around the event day
Flexible rain and rescheduling support
We will walk you through the full terms up front so there are no surprises.
What is the deposit and cancellation policy?
A deposit reserves your date and the balance is due around your event. We offer flexible support for rain and rescheduling, and share exact terms when you book.
What happens if it rains?
Texas weather changes fast, so we work with you on rain days and rescheduling. Reach out as your date approaches and we will help you plan.
Water slides are a safe blast when a few simple rules are followed: an adult should supervise at all times, riders go one at a time per lane, no headfirst sliding, and everyone stays off when the blower is off. We set up every slide securely and review the rules at delivery.
Simple rules for a safe slide
Adult supervision at all times
One rider per lane, feet first
No climbing the outside and no rough play
Keep the splash area clear and stay off if the blower stops
Our team anchors and inspects each unit and walks you through safe use before the fun starts.
What are the water slide safety rules?
Keep an adult supervising at all times, send one rider per lane feet first, no headfirst sliding or climbing the outside, and everyone stays off if the blower turns off.
Are inflatable water slides safe for kids?
Yes, when set up properly and supervised. We anchor and inspect every slide and review the safety rules at delivery so your party stays fun and safe.
Clown Around Party Rental rents inflatable water slides across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, North Texas, and Southern Oklahoma, with free delivery, professional setup, and a safety check on every slide. Family owned since 1999, we carry single slides, dual-lane racing slides, slip-n-slides, and wet/dry combos for backyard birthdays, block parties, school field days, church events, and big community bashes. If you want to beat the Texas heat and give the kids a day they will not stop talking about, a water slide is the easiest yes on the list.
Our Water Slide Rentals
We keep a deep lineup of inflatable water slides in every size and theme, so there is a fit for a small backyard party or a packed festival. Browse the full catalog on our water slide rentals page, or start with a few crowd favorites:
Three things decide the perfect slide: the ages of your guests, the space you have, and the vibe you want. For little ones, a shorter slide with a splash pool is plenty. For teens and adults, taller dual-lane slides bring the thrill. Check what age is safe for water slides and how tall our inflatable water slides get before you book, and measure your yard so the slide fits with room to walk around it.
What You Need for Setup
Water slides are simple to host, but a few basics make delivery day smooth:
Yes. Our inflatables are commercially built, cleaned between every rental, and anchored by our crew at delivery. With an adult keeping an eye on things and a few simple rules, water slides are one of the safest ways to wear the kids out. Read more on whether water slides are safe for kids.
Water Slide Rentals Across North Texas
We deliver throughout the DFW metroplex and North Texas. Find your city:
Do not see your town? We cover Trenton, Sherman, Denison, and much of Southern Oklahoma too. Just ask.
Book Your Water Slide Today
Summer dates fill up fast in Texas, so the earlier you lock in your slide the better. Want to know the best lead time? See how far in advance to book, then contact our team to reserve your slide. We will handle delivery, setup, and pickup so you can focus on the fun.
Water Slide Rental FAQs
How much space do you need for a water slide rental?
Most inflatable water slides need a flat area roughly 20 to 40 feet long and 15 to 20 feet wide, plus a few feet of clearance on every side and overhead room clear of power lines and branches. Bigger dual-lane slides need more length.
Do inflatable water slides need a water hose and power?
Yes. We connect to a standard garden hose for the water, and the blower plugs into a regular grounded outlet within about 100 feet. If there is no outlet nearby, we can bring a generator.
Can a water slide be set up on concrete or pavement?
Grass is best, but we can set up on concrete, asphalt, or pavers using sandbags instead of stakes. Just let us know your surface when you book.
What happens if it rains on the day of my rental?
Light rain is usually fine since everyone is getting wet anyway, but we monitor the weather and will work with you on rescheduling for storms, lightning, or high wind.
How far in advance should I book a water slide?
For summer and holiday weekends, two to four weeks ahead is smart since popular slides sell out. Last-minute requests are welcome when we have availability.
What is included in a water slide rental?
Your rental includes delivery, professional setup, anchoring, a safety walk-through, and pickup. Hoses and blowers are provided.
How much water does an inflatable water slide use?
Less than you would think. Slides recirculate water through a small pump and pool, so a typical rental uses about the same as running a sprinkler for the day.
Can water slides be used without water?
Many of our slides and combos can run dry, which is great for cooler days or indoor events.
Most inflatable water slides need a flat area about 20 to 40 feet long and 15 to 20 feet wide, with a few feet of clearance on every side and clear overhead space away from power lines and branches. Taller dual-lane slides need the most room, while a single slide or a kids slip-n-slide fits in a tighter yard.
When you measure, leave a walking path around the slide and a spot for the blower and hose. A mostly level surface is best so the slide sits square and the water drains the way it should. Not sure your space works? Send us a photo and dimensions and we will help you pick a slide that fits.
How much space do you need for a water slide rental?
Most inflatable water slides need a flat area about 20 to 40 feet long and 15 to 20 feet wide, with a few feet of clearance on every side and clear overhead space away from power lines and branches. Taller dual-lane slides need the most room, while a single slide or kids slip-n-slide fits in a tighter yard.
Yes. An inflatable water slide runs on a standard garden hose for the water and a regular grounded electrical outlet for the blower that keeps it inflated. The outlet should be within about 100 feet of the setup spot, and if you do not have power nearby, we can bring a generator.
You supply the water hookup and the outlet, and we bring the hose connection and blower. Water runs continuously through the slide and recirculates through the splash pool, so it uses about as much as a sprinkler over the course of the day. We will walk you through it all at delivery.
Do inflatable water slides need a water hose and power?
Yes. An inflatable water slide runs on a standard garden hose for the water and a regular grounded electrical outlet for the blower that keeps it inflated. The outlet should be within about 100 feet, and if there is no power nearby we can bring a generator.
Yes. While grass is the ideal surface, we can safely set up a water slide on concrete, asphalt, pavers, or a driveway by anchoring with sandbags instead of stakes. Just tell us the surface when you book so our crew arrives with the right anchoring for your spot.
On hard surfaces we take extra care with padding and placement so everyone stays comfortable and the slide stays put. Indoor venues and gym floors can work too, often run dry. The main thing is a flat area clear of sharp objects.
Yes. While grass is ideal, we can safely set up a water slide on concrete, asphalt, pavers, or a driveway by anchoring with sandbags instead of stakes. Just tell us the surface when you book so our crew brings the right anchoring.
Light rain is usually no problem for a water slide rental since everyone is already getting wet, but we keep an eye on the forecast and will work with you to reschedule for thunderstorms, lightning, or high wind. Safety always comes first, so heavy weather means we pause.
Texas weather can turn on a dime, so we stay flexible. If a storm is rolling in on your event day, reach out early and we will talk through your options, whether that is shifting the time or moving to another date. Our goal is for your party to happen safely, not to leave you stuck.
What happens if it rains on my water slide rental?
Light rain is usually no problem since everyone is already getting wet, but we monitor the forecast and will work with you to reschedule for thunderstorms, lightning, or high wind. Safety comes first, so heavy weather means we pause.
For summer weekends and holidays, book your water slide two to four weeks ahead, since the most popular slides sell out fast in North Texas. For dates outside the busy season, a week or two is usually plenty, and we are always happy to help with last-minute requests when we have availability.
The earlier you reserve, the better your pick of slides, themes, and delivery windows. Summer is our busiest stretch, so if your party lands between May and September, sooner is smarter.
How far in advance should you book a water slide rental?
For summer weekends and holidays, book two to four weeks ahead since the most popular slides sell out fast. Outside the busy season a week or two is usually plenty, and we welcome last-minute requests when we have availability.
Every Clown Around water slide rental includes delivery, professional setup, secure anchoring, a safety walk-through, and pickup at the end, plus the blower and hose connections needed to run it. You supply the water spigot and a power outlet, and we handle the rest.
Our crew arrives ahead of your start time, sets the slide on your chosen spot, anchors it, tests it, and shows you the simple safety rules. When the party is over, we come back and pack it all up. No heavy lifting and no cleanup on your end.
Every rental includes delivery, professional setup, secure anchoring, a safety walk-through, and pickup, plus the blower and hose connections needed to run it. You supply the water spigot and a power outlet, and we handle the rest.
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