Bounce House Rentals in San Mateo

Yes! San Mateo allows inflatable jump houses in most city parks. You need a valid picnic area reservation plus a separate jumper permit ($29). Units must be 15×15 feet or smaller with no slides or balls. The only parks where jumpers are prohibited are Parkside Aquatic Park and Laurelwood Park.

Request a jumper permit when you book your picnic area reservation, or add it at least 5 business days before your event. The permit costs $29 and is available at most parks (except Parkside Aquatic and Laurelwood). Book online through the City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation website or call (650) 522-7434.

No city permit is required for a bounce house on private residential property. Backyard setups have no size restrictions from the city — you can use combo units with slides, larger units, and water slides that aren't allowed in parks. Just ensure you have adequate space, a power outlet within 50–100 feet, and clearance from overhead obstructions.

Multiple rental companies serve San Mateo and the surrounding Peninsula. On JumpFun, you can filter by city to see only vendors that deliver to San Mateo, compare prices side by side, and book directly.

A standard bounce house in San Mateo runs $175–$275 for a full day, including delivery and setup. Combo units are $275–$425 (backyard only — slides aren't allowed in parks). For park setups, add $29 for the city jumper permit and $100–$150 for a generator. Compare options on JumpFun.

June through October is ideal, with average highs of 72–75°F and virtually no rain. September is often the warmest month. The winter months (November–February) bring rain that makes outdoor setups unreliable.

No. San Mateo parks prohibit all sound amplification equipment including radios, boom boxes, wireless speakers, DJ setups, instruments, microphones, and megaphones. This applies to all park events, with or without a picnic reservation.

Central Park is the top choice with 4 reservable areas (up to 100 people) and the Japanese Garden nearby. Beresford Park has a large covered shelter that's great for bigger events. Joinville Park is ideal for summer parties near the pool. All three allow jumpers with a permit.

San Mateo residents can book up to 9 months ahead, and non-residents up to 3 months. For summer weekends (June–September), book as early as possible — popular sites at Central Park and Beresford fill up fast. Don't forget to add the jumper permit ($29) when reserving.

Yes. San Mateo parks limit jump houses to 15×15 feet maximum, with no slides or balls attached. For larger units, combo units, or water slides, you'll need to set up in a backyard or private property where city park restrictions don't apply.