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Carnival Game Rentals in Atlanta

Striped tents, classic games, and staff who run every booth. Our Atlanta team has run 3,200+ events since 2023.

  • ★ ADMIT ONE ★ Fully Insured
  • ★ ONE TICKET ★ Background-Checked Staff
  • ★ GOOD FOR ONE ★ We Set Up, Run It & Pack Out
  • ★ ADMIT ONE ★ 20 to 200+ Guests
  • ★ ONE TICKET ★ Prizes Included

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One tent carnival with four games

THE MIDWAY

1 Hour

$345

Four booth games under one striped tent - our smallest standard package.

  • Four carnival booth games
  • One 10x10 striped carnival tent
  • Sticker prizes for every player
  • Professional host to set up and run your carnival
  • Music, full setup, and complete pack-out

Up to 25 guests

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Most Popular Two red and white striped tents with six classic carnival games setup at an event.

THE BIG TOP

1 Hour

$475

Our most-booked setup. Six games, two tents, and room for a bigger guest list.

  • Six carnival booth games
  • Two 10x10 striped carnival tents
  • Sticker prizes for every player
  • Professional host to set up and run your carnival
  • Music, full setup, and complete pack-out

Up to 35 guests

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Three striped tents and eight classic carnival games setup for an event.

THE FULL CARNIVAL

1 Hour

$575

Eight games across three tents - our largest standard package.

  • Eight carnival booth games
  • Three 10x10 striped carnival tents
  • Sticker prizes for every player
  • Professional host to set up and run your carnival
  • Music, full setup, and complete pack-out

Up to 45 guests

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Travel fees may apply outside our standard service area.

Games in Atlanta

Booths available in Atlanta. Your package sets how many come to your event.

See every game we run

Carnival games setup at an event in Atlanta in front of a themed backdrop.

Party Add-Ons

Pump up the fun with these optional extras.

  • Fully Staffed HostReplaces the volunteers you would otherwise provide.$120/hr
  • Glitter Tattoos$150/hr
Large community festival with several carnival games and tents.

Planning something bigger?

The prices above are for private parties — birthdays and backyard events, up to about 40 guests.

School field days, community festivals, and company events scale past the packages above - more tents, more games, more staff, priced to your headcount.

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Your Carnival, Start to Finish

How It Works

  • Pick Your Package

    Scroll the packages above and pick the one that fits your guest count and your time window.

  • Request Your Date & Time

    Send us your date, venue, and guest count. We'll confirm availability and quote any travel fee up front.

  • We Show Up & Set Up

    Our background-checked hosts arrive early, raise the striped tents, and set up every game booth.

  • We Run It, Then Pack Out

    Staff run every game for your whole window, hand out the prizes, and pack out completely. You get a carnival without running one.

What You Provide

  • A 30x30 Space

    Flat and clear of obstructions. Grass or pavement both work, so a backyard or a driveway is fine.

  • A Power Outlet

    One standard outlet for the music. Tell us if the nearest one is far from where you want us set up.

  • Two or Three Helpers

    Volunteers to help run the booths. Or add a Fully Staffed Host and we bring the crew.

  • An Eager Crowd

    Birthday-party energy. We bring the tents, the games, the prizes, and the cleanup.

Good dates go early.

Spring and fall weekends book fastest. Check yours now.

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What Families Are Saying

"Excell Preparatory Center's Preschool students had an amazing time at the Big Idea Backyard Carnival and Field Day! The Big Idea team was professional, organized, and arrived on time, making the entire event run smoothly from start to finish. Their staff did an outstanding job engaging and entertaining both the students and parents with fun, age-appropriate activities that kept everyone smiling and involved throughout the day. The energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail they brought to our event exceeded our expectations. We truly appreciate their excellent customer service and commitment to creating a memorable experience for our children. We would definitely book Big Idea Backyard Carnival again for our future entertainment and special event needs. Highly recommended!"

Arlene A.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"Great for our Fall Festival this year. The team showed up and was very enthusiastic and just great with all of the kids. The games were fun and added to the festival experience as well!"

Shelton PTA

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"Amazing experience they always bring such good energy!!!"

Heather V.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"The kids had a great time!"

Alison D.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"My students and I had an amazing time! Very fun and staff was amazing!!!!!!!"

Armani S.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"Super awesome!! Please book them, you won’t regret it."

Bryana' J.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"Awesome time was had by all!!"

Doris J.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"Thank you for coming to Foundations for the Future! Kellen and Kelly were awesome with all our summer camp kids. They both made sure the kids were having fun at all times and brought amazing energy! We look forward to having them back in the future!"

Kathryn B.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"We had Big Idea Carnival set up for our recent 20th anniversary party for my business. They were great to work with and the kids enjoyed the games! Set up was on time; they provided fun stickers for the kids when they won games; and they played great kids music as well! We will definitely use them again."

MELANIE M.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"My kid and her friends had so much fun!! Thank you for a wonderful Carnival birthday. Don't hesitate to book your event with Big Idea - you will be in good hands and your guests will have a fun day."

Ainat P.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"The back yard carnival was a novel idea for us and it was delightful. Our guest, especially the children had a great time. You guys showed up on time and was very professional and helpful in every way. I will certainly call you again for future events at our church."

Donald H.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"As the president of my schools PTA I hired Big Idea Backyard Carnival for an end of school year carnival. They were GREAT!! Despite traffic they got there right on time and set up super quickly and efficiently. We are a k-8 and had many different ages at the event and the staff was patient and understanding and encouraging of all The children in and age appropriate way for each one. I had numerous parents come up To me at the event to tell Me how great They were with all The kids and they hoped I Would hire them again for the next event we have. I could not recommend them more!"

Sari J.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"They were wonderful for our church get together. They were great with response, prices were reasonable, and the clean up was a breeze. We will be using them again soon!"

Kristin S.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"We had such a great time with Big Idea at our school's end of year event! Everyone was AMAZING!"

Robin D.

Atlanta

via Google Reviews

"Memorable day! Hired for a 6 year old birthday party and it was a hit! The crew arrived early to setup. The games were all clean and in perfect condition. The playlist they played from a large speaker kept the party going. The crew was great interacting with the kids and the 2 hour party was perfect!"

Janet B.

Atlanta

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Atlanta Carnival FAQs

How much does it cost to rent a carnival in Atlanta?
Three packages, priced by how many tents come out. One tent with four games is $345 for the first hour, two tents with six games is $475, and three tents with eight games is $575. Additional hours are $100 on the one-tent package and $125 on the larger two, up to four hours. Every package includes prizes, music, and staff running each booth.
Do you have carnival rides, or just games?
Games and booths, not rides. We don't operate mechanical rides — no ferris wheels, no carousels, nothing requiring an inspection certificate. What arrives is a striped-tent midway: booth games with targets and scoring, small prizes, and a staff member working every booth. For a party at a house or on a school field, that's the carnival feeling without a crane and a permit.
How much space do I need?
A flat 30 by 30 foot area, clear of obstructions. Grass or pavement both work, so a lawn, a driveway, a parking lot, or a school blacktop are all fine. The ground needs to be level enough that game boards sit square, with a clear path wide enough to wheel equipment through. If you're unsure whether your spot works, send a photo when you inquire and we'll tell you.
Do I need to provide helpers?
Two for the one-tent package, three for the two- and three-tent packages. Their job is handing out prizes and keeping lines moving — our staff run the games themselves. Most hosts use a couple of parents or older siblings. If you'd rather nobody at your party be working, the Fully Staffed Host add-on is $120 per hour and replaces those helpers entirely.
Do you serve Marietta and the rest of metro Atlanta?
Yes. Our crew is based north of the perimeter and covers Marietta, Kennesaw, Roswell, Alpharetta, Woodstock, and Smyrna, working across Cobb, Cherokee, Fulton, Gwinnett, and DeKalb counties. Locations outside our standard service area may carry a travel fee. We quote it alongside your package price before you book, never after.
What's the difference between yard games and carnival games?
Yard games are things guests pick up and play on their own — cornhole, giant Jenga, ladder toss. Carnival games are booths: a striped tent, a target, a scoring rule, a prize, and someone running it. The difference guests notice is structure. Kids queue, play, win something, and move to the next booth, so twenty-five children stay busy instead of drifting.
What happens if it rains?
We'll work with you to reschedule to a future date. If rescheduling isn't possible, your deposit is refunded. The deposit is what secures your date and time when you book, and the balance isn't due until the day before the event, so a weather cancellation never leaves you paid in full for a party that didn't happen.
Do the kids win prizes?
Yes — small prizes come with every package, handed out at the booths as games are played, so every child walks away with something. Plenty of hosts add their own on top, whether that's candy, small toys, or a bigger grand prize for a final game. Pass extras to our staff at setup and we'll work them into the booths.

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