Park picnic siteOutdoorNo bounce houses
Almaden Lake Park - Quicksilver picnic area
6099 Winfield Blvd, San Jose, CA 95120
Large reservable lakeside group site with a playground-style park setting.
Kids Birthday Party Venues in the South Bay
Picnic sites you can reserve, community rooms and the party spots families love in San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View and Sunnyvale and more, with each city's bounce house rule and a link to book.
At a glance
42 places to hold a kids party across 7 cities in the South Bay: city parks with reservable picnic sites, community rooms, and popular party venues.
- Bounce houses are allowed in some parks (often only at set picnic sites, with a permit) in San Jose, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino and Milpitas.
- No bounce houses in city parks in Palo Alto; soft play and ball pits are the usual alternative.
- 23 indoor options for rainy days and winter birthdays, from community rooms to play spaces.
- Every venue links to its official page. We checked each one in October 2026; confirm dates and rules when you book.
- Cities
- 7
- Venues
- 42
- Indoor options
- 23
- Rules checked
- October 2026
How to use this guide
Pick a city, check its bounce house rule, then choose a venue. Many cities allow a bounce house only at certain parks, only with a permit or insurance certificate, or not at all; soft play, ball pits, kids tables and workshops rarely have those limits.
Rules and booking systems change. We checked every venue against its official page in October 2026; confirm with the city or venue before you pay a deposit. Want a hand? Ask us: we deliver to these parks every weekend.
Bounce house rules at a glance
| City | In city parks | What the city says |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose | Bounce houses allowed with a permit | Rules vary picnic site by picnic site. Each city picnic-site page carries an 'Air Jumper' / 'Air jumps' line: Yes/Permitted at some sites (Almaden Lake Quicksilver, Lake Cunningham Alder Leaf, Emma Prusch Citrus Grove, Fowler Creek Foothill Pavilion) and No / Not permitted at others (Kelley Park sites, Overfelt Brookside, Almaden Cinnabar I and Peppertree). Almaden Lake pages say 'Air jumper with City-approved vendor is permitted only at Quicksilver and Arroyo picnic areas upon approval by Parks Division office.' Always confirm the specific site with the Picnic Team before booking a bounce house. |
| Palo Alto | No bounce houses in city parks | City picnic FAQ: 'Bouncy houses are not allowed in any of our parks.' Park & Open Space Regulations: inflatable structures prohibited, except designated areas of Mitchell Park used by City staff/contractors for City-sponsored programs; Lucie Stern rental packet: 'Absolutely NO balloons or inflatables of any kind allowed on City of Palo Alto facilities.' Personal tables/chairs are not allowed at city parks per the FAQ. |
| Mountain View | Bounce houses allowed with a permit | City Facility Rental FAQ: 'Bounce houses are only permitted at the Historic Adobe Building and in the group areas in the Rengstorff and Cuesta BBQ areas, provided all group BBQ areas have been reserved. Bounce houses must be pre-approved and meet our guidelines. Bounce houses will not be permitted if it has rained within three days prior to reservation date.' BBQ reservation page: no alcohol, air jumpers/bounce house or portable BBQs in these areas without a permit. |
| Sunnyvale | Bounce houses allowed with a permit | City park directory lists 'Inflatable Bouncer Allowed with Permit' at Washington, Serra and Las Palmas parks. San Antonio Park page: 'inflatable slides or bounce houses cannot be used at this park'; Neighborhood park sites are reservable only by Sunnyvale residents and businesses. |
| Santa Clara | Bounce houses allowed with a permit | Montague Park page notes a field adjacent to picnic area 2 can accommodate a jump house. Reservations: residents 6 months to 14 days ahead; Montague picnic areas are for Santa Clara residents. |
| Cupertino | Bounce houses allowed with a permit | City Bounce House rules: permit required, issued only with a reservation of the group picnic area at Memorial Park or Creekside Park, or the Creekside Park Building. Vendor must be on the city's Approved Vendor List (no personal bounce houses); 10 a.m. Bounce House Permit listed at $25 (as listed Oct 2026). |
| Milpitas | Bounce houses allowed | City FAQ: a bounce house is allowed with a reservation/permit for the picnic area; NOT allowed at Delano Manongs Park picnic areas. Facility manual says extra equipment must be noted on the application and pre-approved by Recreation Services. |
Our park permit guide explains permits and insurance certificates in more detail.
Kids party venues in San Jose
Bounce houses allowed with a permit
Rules vary picnic site by picnic site. Each city picnic-site page carries an 'Air Jumper' / 'Air jumps' line: Yes/Permitted at some sites (Almaden Lake Quicksilver, Lake Cunningham Alder Leaf, Emma Prusch Citrus Grove, Fowler Creek Foothill Pavilion) and No / Not permitted at others (Kelley Park sites, Overfelt Brookside, Almaden Cinnabar I and Peppertree). Almaden Lake pages say 'Air jumper with City-approved vendor is permitted only at Quicksilver and Arroyo picnic areas upon approval by Parks Division office.' Always confirm the specific site with the Picnic Team before booking a bounce house.
City rules →For a kids party in San Jose we list 6 park picnic sites, 5 community rooms and halls and 6 party venues and attractions, 10 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Lake Cunningham Park - Alder Leaf picnic area
2305 S White Rd, San Jose, CA 95148
Big semi-shaded site near horseshoe pits and a volleyball court with a playground and restrooms.
Park picnic siteOutdoorNo bounce houses
Emma Prusch Farm Park - Citrus Grove picnic area
647 S. King Rd, San Jose, CA 95116
Covered picnic site beside a working-farm park with animals, open grass and a big barn, so it works well for younger kids.
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Fowler Creek Park - Foothill Picnic Pavilion
Cortona Dr & Altia Ave, San Jose, CA 95135
Covered pavilion with a playground and restrooms in a neighborhood park, good for a mid-size party.
Park picnic siteOutdoor
Kelley Park picnic areas (Family Circle, Arbor, Creek Overlook Pavilion, Redwood Grove)
1300 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 95112
Popular party park next to Happy Hollow Park and Zoo and the Japanese Friendship Garden with ten reservable picnic areas.
Park picnic siteOutdoorNo bounce houses
Overfelt Gardens - Brookside picnic area
368 Educational Park Dr, San Jose, CA 95133
Covered picnic area in a garden park.
Community rooms and halls
Community roomIndoor
Camden Community Center
3369 Union Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
Largest city hub center with a multi-purpose room, KidsZone and gym.
Community roomIndoor
Almaden Community Center
6445 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA
South San Jose city center with rentable banquet/meeting space listed for birthday parties.
Community roomIndoor
Evergreen Community Center
4860 San Felipe Rd, San Jose, CA
East-side city center with rentable rooms.
Community roomIndoor
Berryessa Community Center
3050 Berryessa Rd, San Jose, CA
North-east San Jose city center with rentable banquet/meeting space.
Community roomIndoor
Willow Glen Community Center
2175 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA
Central/west San Jose city center with rentable rooms.
Party venues and attractions
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
MuseumIndoorAges 5+
The Tech Interactive
201 S. Market St., San Jose, CA 95113
Zoo or farmOutdoorAll-inclusive parties
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo
748 Story Road, San Jose, CA 95112
Indoor playIndoorOwn food & decor OK
Whirlygig
1095 The Alameda, San Jose, CA (site footer map points to 919 The Alameda:)
Indoor playIndoor
Pump It Up San Jose
1830B Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
Activity centerIndoor
Golfland (Emerald Hills)
976 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose, CA
Activity centerIndoor
The Little Gym of San Jose (South)
1375 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose, CA 95118
We deliver to San Jose: see party rentals in San Jose for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a San Jose party
Kids party venues in Palo Alto
No bounce houses in city parks
City picnic FAQ: 'Bouncy houses are not allowed in any of our parks.' Park & Open Space Regulations: inflatable structures prohibited, except designated areas of Mitchell Park used by City staff/contractors for City-sponsored programs; Lucie Stern rental packet: 'Absolutely NO balloons or inflatables of any kind allowed on City of Palo Alto facilities.' Personal tables/chairs are not allowed at city parks per the FAQ.
City rules →For a kids party in Palo Alto we list 2 park picnic sites, 2 community rooms and halls and 1 party venue, 3 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoorNo bounce houses
Mitchell Park picnic areas
South Palo Alto
One of only three Palo Alto sites that require a picnic reservation.
Park picnic siteOutdoorNo bounce houses
Rinconada Park picnic areas
Old Palo Alto / Midtown
Reservable picnic park (reservation required) popular with families.
Community rooms and halls
Community roomIndoorBounce houses OK
Lucie Stern Community Center - Fireside Room and Community Room
1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301
City page lists 'Parties & Celebrations'.
Community roomIndoor
Mitchell Park Community Center - El Palo Alto and Adobe rooms
South Palo Alto
Large, flexible rooms with tables and chairs included for bigger parties.
Party venues and attractions
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
MuseumIndoorAll-inclusive parties
Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo
1451 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301
We deliver to Palo Alto: see party rentals in Palo Alto for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Palo Alto parks
Kids party venues in Mountain View
Bounce houses allowed with a permit
City Facility Rental FAQ: 'Bounce houses are only permitted at the Historic Adobe Building and in the group areas in the Rengstorff and Cuesta BBQ areas, provided all group BBQ areas have been reserved. Bounce houses must be pre-approved and meet our guidelines. Bounce houses will not be permitted if it has rained within three days prior to reservation date.' BBQ reservation page: no alcohol, air jumpers/bounce house or portable BBQs in these areas without a permit.
City rules →For a kids party in Mountain View we list 2 park picnic sites, 1 community room or hall and 1 party venue, 2 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Cuesta Park - group BBQ areas
615 Cuesta Dr, Mountain View, CA 94040
Four large group BBQ sites (up to 50 each) plus a playground, a long-time favorite family party park.
Park picnic siteOutdoor
Rengstorff Park - group BBQ areas
201 S Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
Five large group sites (50 each) beside a playground, water/sand play feature in warm months, pool and community center.
Community rooms and halls
Community roomIndoorNo bounce houses
Mountain View Community Center
201 S. Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
Banquet hall with catering kitchen and patio, plus conference/multi-purpose rooms.
Party venues and attractions
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
Activity centerIndoor
The Little Gym of Mountain View
1910 W El Camino Real, Suite F, Mountain View, CA 94040
We deliver to Mountain View: see party rentals in Mountain View for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a Mountain View party
Kids party venues in Sunnyvale
Bounce houses allowed with a permit
City park directory lists 'Inflatable Bouncer Allowed with Permit' at Washington, Serra and Las Palmas parks. San Antonio Park page: 'inflatable slides or bounce houses cannot be used at this park'; Neighborhood park sites are reservable only by Sunnyvale residents and businesses.
City rules →For a kids party in Sunnyvale we list 3 park picnic sites, 1 community room or hall and 1 party venue, 2 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Washington Park picnic sites and event room
840 W. Washington Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Reservable multi-use building with full kitchen, playgrounds and pool, plus picnic sites.
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Serra Park picnic sites
730 The Dalles Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Riverboat-themed park with a creek, playground, water play area and four reservable picnic sites with electricity at three.
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Las Palmas Park picnic sites
850 Russet Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Polynesian-themed park with pond and a 'tropical island' playground, four picnic areas.
Community rooms and halls
Community roomIndoor
Sunnyvale Community Center - Recreation Center Community Room and Ballroom
550 E. Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Private-event rooms from small meeting rooms to a 250-guest ballroom.
Party venues and attractions
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
Activity centerIndoorAll-inclusive parties
Golfland USA Sunnyvale
855 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA
We deliver to Sunnyvale: see party rentals in Sunnyvale for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a Sunnyvale party
Kids party venues in Santa Clara
Bounce houses allowed with a permit
Montague Park page notes a field adjacent to picnic area 2 can accommodate a jump house. Reservations: residents 6 months to 14 days ahead; Montague picnic areas are for Santa Clara residents.
City rules →For a kids party in Santa Clara we list 1 park picnic site and 1 party venue, 1 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoor
Montague Park - picnic areas and Multi-Purpose Room
3595 MacGregor Lane, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Two reservable picnic areas by a renovated inclusive playground with a field that fits a jump house, plus an indoor party room with a kitchen.
Party venues and attractions
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
Indoor playIndoor
Pump It Up Santa Clara
2919 Mead Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051
We deliver to Santa Clara: see party rentals in Santa Clara for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a Santa Clara party
Kids party venues in Cupertino
Bounce houses allowed with a permit
City Bounce House rules: permit required, issued only with a reservation of the group picnic area at Memorial Park or Creekside Park, or the Creekside Park Building. Vendor must be on the city's Approved Vendor List (no personal bounce houses); 10 a.m. Bounce House Permit listed at $25 (as listed Oct 2026).
City rules →For a kids party in Cupertino we list 2 park picnic sites and 1 community room or hall, 1 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Memorial Park group picnic area
21121 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
Largest of Cupertino's bounce-house-eligible group sites with a designated bounce house location.
Park picnic siteOutdoor
Creekside Park group picnic area and Creekside Park Building
10455 Miller Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014
Group picnic site plus an indoor park building that also qualifies for a bounce house permit.
Community rooms and halls
Community roomIndoor
Quinlan Community Center rooms
10185 North Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA 95014
Cupertino Room, Social Room, Craft Room and Conference Room are listed as rentable indoor spaces.
We deliver to Cupertino: see party rentals in Cupertino for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a Cupertino party
Kids party venues in Milpitas
Bounce houses allowed
City FAQ: a bounce house is allowed with a reservation/permit for the picnic area; NOT allowed at Delano Manongs Park picnic areas. Facility manual says extra equipment must be noted on the application and pre-approved by Recreation Services.
City rules →For a kids party in Milpitas we list 2 park picnic sites, 2 community rooms and halls and 2 party venues and attractions, 4 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Parks and picnic sites
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Cardoza Park picnic areas
Kennedy Drive and N Park Victoria Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035
One of Milpitas' largest parks with covered picnic tables, two playgrounds and an amphitheater.
Park picnic siteOutdoorBounce house with permit
Murphy Park picnic area
1567 Yellowstone Avenue, Milpitas, CA 95035
Shaded picnic area with playground, restrooms and a big lawn.
Community rooms and halls
Event hallIndoor
Sal Cracolice Building (Bob McGuire Park)
Bob McGuire Park, Garden Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
Auditorium, conference room and two classrooms.
Community roomIndoor
Milpitas Community Center (auditorium)
457 E Calaveras Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035
Auditorium rental in the city's recreation headquarters, in park-like grounds shared with City Hall and the Senior Center.
Party venues and attractions
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
Activity centerIndoorAll-inclusive parties
Milpitas Golfland
1199 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA
Activity centerIndoor
The Little Gym of Milpitas
139 Ranch Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035
We deliver to Milpitas: see party rentals in Milpitas for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a Milpitas party
Delivered, set up and picked up
Rentals for your party
Soft play
Ball pits
Bounce houses, where allowed
Browse every rental or let the Party Builder put a package together for your guest count.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver to parks?
Yes. Tell us the park and picnic site when you book, and how far the site is from parking, so the crew comes prepared.
Do you provide a certificate of insurance for a park permit?
Ask us when you book and tell us what the city needs, and we will help with the paperwork.
What rentals work where bounce houses are not allowed?
Soft play, ball pits, kids tables and hosted workshops need no power and are rarely restricted. See the space guide for the room each one needs.
Can I have a bounce house in a San Jose park?
Yes, with a permit. Rules vary picnic site by picnic site. Each city picnic-site page carries an 'Air Jumper' / 'Air jumps' line: Yes/Permitted at some sites (Almaden Lake Quicksilver, Lake Cunningham Alder Leaf, Emma Prusch Citrus Grove, Fowler Creek Foothill Pavilion) and No / Not permitted at others (Kelley Park sites, Overfelt Brookside, Almaden Cinnabar I and Peppertree). Almaden Lake pages say 'Air jumper with City-approved vendor is permitted only at Quicksilver and Arroyo picnic areas upon approval by Parks Division office.' Always confirm the specific site with the Picnic Team before booking a bounce house.
Where can I have a kids birthday party in San Jose?
Popular choices include Almaden Lake Park - Quicksilver picnic area, Lake Cunningham Park - Alder Leaf picnic area, Emma Prusch Farm Park - Citrus Grove picnic area and Fowler Creek Park - Foothill Picnic Pavilion. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Can I have a bounce house in a Palo Alto park?
Not in city parks. City picnic FAQ: 'Bouncy houses are not allowed in any of our parks.' Park & Open Space Regulations: inflatable structures prohibited, except designated areas of Mitchell Park used by City staff/contractors for City-sponsored programs; Lucie Stern rental packet: 'Absolutely NO balloons or inflatables of any kind allowed on City of Palo Alto facilities.' Personal tables/chairs are not allowed at city parks per the FAQ. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Where can I have a kids birthday party in Palo Alto?
Popular choices include Mitchell Park picnic areas, Rinconada Park picnic areas, Lucie Stern Community Center - Fireside Room and Community Room and Mitchell Park Community Center - El Palo Alto and Adobe rooms. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Can I have a bounce house in a Mountain View park?
Yes, with a permit. City Facility Rental FAQ: 'Bounce houses are only permitted at the Historic Adobe Building and in the group areas in the Rengstorff and Cuesta BBQ areas, provided all group BBQ areas have been reserved. Bounce houses must be pre-approved and meet our guidelines. Bounce houses will not be permitted if it has rained within three days prior to reservation date.' BBQ reservation page: no alcohol, air jumpers/bounce house or portable BBQs in these areas without a permit.
Where can I have a kids birthday party in Mountain View?
Popular choices include Cuesta Park - group BBQ areas, Rengstorff Park - group BBQ areas, Mountain View Community Center and The Little Gym of Mountain View. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Can I have a bounce house in a Sunnyvale park?
Yes, with a permit. City park directory lists 'Inflatable Bouncer Allowed with Permit' at Washington, Serra and Las Palmas parks. San Antonio Park page: 'inflatable slides or bounce houses cannot be used at this park'; Neighborhood park sites are reservable only by Sunnyvale residents and businesses.
Where can I have a kids birthday party in Sunnyvale?
Popular choices include Washington Park picnic sites and event room, Serra Park picnic sites, Las Palmas Park picnic sites and Sunnyvale Community Center - Recreation Center Community Room and Ballroom. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Can I have a bounce house in a Santa Clara park?
Yes, with a permit. Montague Park page notes a field adjacent to picnic area 2 can accommodate a jump house. Reservations: residents 6 months to 14 days ahead; Montague picnic areas are for Santa Clara residents.
Where can I have a kids birthday party in Santa Clara?
Popular choices include Montague Park - picnic areas and Multi-Purpose Room and Pump It Up Santa Clara. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Can I have a bounce house in a Cupertino park?
Yes, with a permit. City Bounce House rules: permit required, issued only with a reservation of the group picnic area at Memorial Park or Creekside Park, or the Creekside Park Building. Vendor must be on the city's Approved Vendor List (no personal bounce houses); 10 a.m. Bounce House Permit listed at $25 (as listed Oct 2026).
Where can I have a kids birthday party in Cupertino?
Popular choices include Memorial Park group picnic area, Creekside Park group picnic area and Creekside Park Building and Quinlan Community Center rooms. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Can I have a bounce house in a Milpitas park?
Yes. City FAQ: a bounce house is allowed with a reservation/permit for the picnic area; NOT allowed at Delano Manongs Park picnic areas. Facility manual says extra equipment must be noted on the application and pre-approved by Recreation Services.
Where can I have a kids birthday party in Milpitas?
Popular choices include Cardoza Park picnic areas, Murphy Park picnic area, Sal Cracolice Building (Bob McGuire Park) and Milpitas Community Center (auditorium). Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
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