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Planning a School Field Day: A 6-Week ChecklistPlanning

February 4, 2026 · 7 min read

Planning a School Field Day: A 6-Week Checklist

Field day season runs May through mid-June and the popular items book out fast. Here's the timeline we walk PTAs and athletic directors through every year.

Graduation Party Inflatable Ideas (High School & College)Events

January 22, 2026 · 5 min read

Graduation Party Inflatable Ideas (High School & College)

Graduations are the second-biggest rental season after birthday parties. Here's what works for high school and college grad parties — and what doesn't.

Carnival Games for Schools & Fundraisers: A Practical GuideEvents

December 12, 2025 · 6 min read

Carnival Games for Schools & Fundraisers: A Practical Guide

Carnival games are the unsung heroes of school and PTA fundraisers — high engagement, easy to staff, and they let you run a real event without a 30-foot inflatable.

Mechanical Bull Rentals for Corporate Events: What to ExpectEvents

November 8, 2025 · 5 min read

Mechanical Bull Rentals for Corporate Events: What to Expect

The Mechanical Bull is our #1 most-requested item for company picnics and after-hours events. Here's what's included, who can ride, and how to plan around it.

Setup Day: What Actually Happens When We ArriveInflatables 101

September 30, 2025 · 4 min read

Setup Day: What Actually Happens When We Arrive

Most customers have never rented an inflatable before. Here's exactly what happens from the moment our truck pulls up to the moment we hand it off to you.

Best Inflatables by Age Group: Toddlers to TeensPlanning

August 22, 2025 · 6 min read

Best Inflatables by Age Group: Toddlers to Teens

A 4-year-old's birthday and a 14-year-old's birthday need totally different equipment. Here's our age-by-age breakdown of what actually works.

Water Slide Rental Guide for Hot CT SummersInflatables 101

June 15, 2025 · 5 min read

Water Slide Rental Guide for Hot CT Summers

Water slides are our most-booked summer item from June through August. Here's how to pick one, where it can go, and what makes a great water-slide party.

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