Emerald Glen Park picnic areas A, B, C
Emerald Glen Park
The only Dublin park where a bounce house is allowed at a reserved picnic area.
Picnic sites you can reserve, community rooms and the party spots families love in Dublin, Pleasanton, Walnut Creek and San Ramon and more, with each city's bounce house rule and a link to book.

At a glance
48 places to hold a kids party across 14 cities in the Tri-Valley & Contra Costa: city parks with reservable picnic sites, community rooms, and popular party venues.
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.
| City | In city parks | What the city says |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin | Bounce houses allowed with a permit | Inflatable jump houses are permitted only at Emerald Glen Park picnic areas A, B and C, with a picnic reservation, from a vendor on the City's approved vendor list, standard 15x15 unit. |
| Pleasanton | No bounce houses in city parks | City picnic rules list 'Inflatable jump equipment' under Prohibited Items in city parks. Outside entertainment/gaming trucks may require a certificate of liability insurance and a City business license. |
| Walnut Creek | No bounce houses in city parks | The City's Arts & Rec picnic rentals page states jump houses and inflatables are prohibited in all City of Walnut Creek parks (citing City code sections 11-1.201 and 11-1.402 on the Park Policies page). |
| San Ramon | No bounce houses in city parks | City of San Ramon 2025-26 picnic policy: 'The use of any trampoline, bungee jumping, or any other rebound tumbling device, including bounce houses, is not permitted in any Park.'. |
| Livermore | Bounce house rule: ask the city | Conflicting official LARPD sources: the picnic-rental FAQ says 'LARPD does not allow inflatables of any kind' and the picnic rentals page lists 'Personal or commercial Inflatables' as never allowed; Treat as not allowed at picnic sites unless LARPD confirms in writing. |
| Concord | Bounce houses allowed | City allows one inflatable per reserved group picnic site (not general park areas), no water-based inflatables, proof of $1M/$2M liability insurance naming the City, original certificate due at least two weeks before the picnic. City keeps a list of insured inflatable companies. |
| Danville | No bounce houses in city parks | Town picnic page: 'No inflatable structures, jump houses, petting zoos, or dunk tanks are allowed in parks.'. |
| Alamo | Bounce house rule: ask the city | Alamo is unincorporated. Hap Magee Ranch Park (Danville-run) falls under Danville's no-inflatables park rule. |
| Orinda | No bounce houses in city parks | City picnic page: inflatable structures, jump houses, ponies or dunk tanks are not allowed. |
| Moraga | No bounce houses in city parks | Town FAQ: bounce houses are not allowed at any Moraga park, due to high risk of the activity. |
| Lafayette | No bounce houses in city parks | City page for Lafayette Plaza states bounce houses and inflatables are not permitted in any City park or space. |
| Pleasant Hill | Bounce house rule: ask the city | No inflatable rule found on Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District pages. Call before booking. |
| Martinez | No bounce houses in city parks | City parks pages say 'No inflatables are allowed at the parks'. |
| Clayton | Bounce house rule: ask the city | No inflatable rule found on city pages. Call (925) 673-7300. |
Our park permit guide explains permits and insurance certificates in more detail.
Bounce houses allowed with a permit
Inflatable jump houses are permitted only at Emerald Glen Park picnic areas A, B and C, with a picnic reservation, from a vendor on the City's approved vendor list, standard 15x15 unit.
City rules →For a kids party in Dublin we list 4 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.
Emerald Glen Park
The only Dublin park where a bounce house is allowed at a reserved picnic area.
Wallis Ranch
Small reservable picnic area with 3 BBQs and restrooms.
Heritage Park
Larger reservable picnic area with restrooms.
Don Biddle Community Park
Two reservable picnic areas with sinks and restrooms.
11600 Shannon Avenue, Dublin, CA 94568
Indoor events hall plus outdoor courtyard and catering kitchen, rentable for private parties.
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
5875 Arnold Rd, Dublin, CA 94568
We deliver to Dublin: see party rentals in Dublin for the delivery cost to your address.
No bounce houses in city parks
City picnic rules list 'Inflatable jump equipment' under Prohibited Items in city parks. Outside entertainment/gaming trucks may require a certificate of liability insurance and a City business license.
City rules →For a kids party in Pleasanton we list 4 park picnic sites and 2 community rooms and halls, 2 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
4301 Black Avenue, Pleasanton
One of the largest reservable picnic sites in Pleasanton.
7350 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton
Two big reservable sites for large birthday groups.
5601 W. Las Positas Boulevard, Pleasanton
Smaller picnic site suited to a modest party.
7001 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton
Mid-size reservable picnic site.
4443 Black Avenue, Pleasanton
City-rentable indoor event space for a party where rentals can be set up inside.
301 Main Street, Pleasanton
Downtown hall rentable 7 days a week.
We deliver to Pleasanton: see party rentals in Pleasanton for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Pleasanton parks
No bounce houses in city parks
The City's Arts & Rec picnic rentals page states jump houses and inflatables are prohibited in all City of Walnut Creek parks (citing City code sections 11-1.201 and 11-1.402 on the Park Policies page).
City rules →For a kids party in Walnut Creek 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.
Heather Farm
Reservable group picnic sites in a large park with playground and lake.
Larkey Park
Reservable group picnic sites in a neighborhood park.
1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Large hall with warming kitchen and tables/chairs, listed by the City as suitable for birthday parties.
111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Auditorium whose rental page names birthday parties.
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
1931 First Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
2636 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Shadelands SportsMall)
We deliver to Walnut Creek: see party rentals in Walnut Creek for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Walnut Creek parks
No bounce houses in city parks
City of San Ramon 2025-26 picnic policy: 'The use of any trampoline, bungee jumping, or any other rebound tumbling device, including bounce houses, is not permitted in any Park.'.
City rules →For a kids party in San Ramon we list 3 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.
12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon
Biggest reservable group site with BBQs next to playground, water feature and amphitheater.
Athan Downs (Montevideo Dr / Davona Dr)
Shaded group picnic area with barbecues.
1998 Rancho Park Loop Rd, San Ramon
Community park picnic areas.
Dougherty Valley
City-rentable center with Ridge View Room, meeting rooms and instructional kitchen.
Central Park
City community center open for rentals alongside the park.
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, Suite 2604 (2nd floor), San Ramon, CA 94583
2220 Camino Ramon, San Ramon, CA 94583
We deliver to San Ramon: see party rentals in San Ramon for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit San Ramon parks
Bounce house rule: ask the city
Conflicting official LARPD sources: the picnic-rental FAQ says 'LARPD does not allow inflatables of any kind' and the picnic rentals page lists 'Personal or commercial Inflatables' as never allowed; Treat as not allowed at picnic sites unless LARPD confirms in writing.
City rules →For a kids party in Livermore we list 1 park picnic site, 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.
Livermore
Eleven district group picnic sites; Robertson Park Pole Barn is a covered option.
4444 East Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550
LARPD community center with several banquet rooms for private events.
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
6538 Patterson Pass Rd, Suite E, Livermore, CA 94550
We deliver to Livermore: see party rentals in Livermore for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Livermore parks
Bounce houses allowed
City allows one inflatable per reserved group picnic site (not general park areas), no water-based inflatables, proof of $1M/$2M liability insurance naming the City, original certificate due at least two weeks before the picnic. City keeps a list of insured inflatable companies.
City rules →For a kids party in Concord we list 4 park picnic sites, 1 community room or hall and 2 party venues and attractions, 3 of them indoors. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Concord Community Park
Three big reservable sites, with a pool and Rotary Centennial Pavilion nearby.
Newhall
Two reservable sites.
Baldwin Park
Reservable 12-table site.
Meadow Homes
Covered site.
2748 East Olivera Road, Concord, CA 94519
City hall for hire with kitchen and patio.
Popular spots for kids parties; many run their own party packages, so check whether outside rentals are welcome.
1301 Franquette Ave, Concord, CA 94520
1695 Willow Pass Rd, Concord, CA 94520
We deliver to Concord: see party rentals in Concord for the delivery cost to your address.
Bounce houses for a Concord party
No bounce houses in city parks
Town picnic page: 'No inflatable structures, jump houses, petting zoos, or dunk tanks are allowed in parks.'.
City rules →For a kids party in Danville 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.
Oak Hill Park
Group area with 7 tables and 3 BBQ pits beside the community center.
Sycamore Valley
Reservable picnic areas.
3005 Stone Valley Road, Danville, CA 94526
Ballroom with deck, catering kitchen and meeting rooms for indoor parties.
We deliver to Danville: see party rentals in Danville for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Danville parks
Bounce house rule: ask the city
Alamo is unincorporated. Hap Magee Ranch Park (Danville-run) falls under Danville's no-inflatables park rule.
City rules →For a kids party in Alamo we list 2 park picnic sites. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Alamo / Danville border
Group picnic area with BBQs and historic ranch homes and gazebo for rental; Alamo residents get the resident rate.
Alamo
County park with a large gazebo promoted for birthday gatherings and a family BBQ area.
We deliver to Alamo: see party rentals in Alamo for the delivery cost to your address.
No bounce houses in city parks
City picnic page: inflatable structures, jump houses, ponies or dunk tanks are not allowed.
City rules →For a kids party in Orinda we list 1 park picnic site. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
28 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563
Grass area, two playgrounds, reservable picnic tables beside the community center.
We deliver to Orinda: see party rentals in Orinda for the delivery cost to your address.
No bounce houses in city parks
Town FAQ: bounce houses are not allowed at any Moraga park, due to high risk of the activity.
City rules →For a kids party in Moraga we list 1 park picnic site. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
1425 St. Mary's Road, Moraga, CA 94556
Two reservable picnic areas, 6 tables each, with BBQ pits, next to playground and band shell.
We deliver to Moraga: see party rentals in Moraga for the delivery cost to your address.
No bounce houses in city parks
City page for Lafayette Plaza states bounce houses and inflatables are not permitted in any City park or space.
City rules →For a kids party in Lafayette we list 1 park picnic site. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Community Park
Reservable group picnic area.
We deliver to Lafayette: see party rentals in Lafayette for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Lafayette parks
Bounce house rule: ask the city
No inflatable rule found on Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District pages. Call before booking.
City rules →For a kids party in Pleasant Hill we list 1 park picnic site 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.
147 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Three reservable BBQ picnic areas plus playground tables.
2590 Pleasant Hill Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Self-service rooms with a back playground.
We deliver to Pleasant Hill: see party rentals in Pleasant Hill for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Pleasant Hill parks
No bounce houses in city parks
City parks pages say 'No inflatables are allowed at the parks'.
City rules →For a kids party in Martinez we list 1 park picnic site. Each card says how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Rankin Park
Large picnic area with concession building (electricity, running water); Gazebo area also reservable.
We deliver to Martinez: see party rentals in Martinez for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Martinez parks
Bounce house rule: ask the city
No inflatable rule found on city pages. Call (925) 673-7300.
City rules →For a kids party in Clayton we list 1 park picnic site 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.
Downtown Clayton
Rentable picnic areas and gazebo in downtown parks.
6008 Center Street, Clayton, CA 94517
Small hall with courtyard.
We deliver to Clayton: see party rentals in Clayton for the delivery cost to your address.
Rentals that suit Clayton parks
Delivered, set up and picked up
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
Yes. Tell us the park and picnic site when you book, and how far the site is from parking, so the crew comes prepared.
Ask us when you book and tell us what the city needs, and we will help with the paperwork.
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.
Yes, with a permit. Inflatable jump houses are permitted only at Emerald Glen Park picnic areas A, B and C, with a picnic reservation, from a vendor on the City's approved vendor list, standard 15x15 unit.
Popular choices include Emerald Glen Park picnic areas A, B, C, Wallis Ranch Park picnic area, Heritage Park picnic area and Don Biddle Community Park picnic areas A and B. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Not in city parks. City picnic rules list 'Inflatable jump equipment' under Prohibited Items in city parks. Outside entertainment/gaming trucks may require a certificate of liability insurance and a City business license. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Popular choices include Amador Valley Community Park picnic area, Val Vista Community Park picnic areas (Site A and Site B), Creekside Community Park picnic area and Bernal Community Park picnic area. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Not in city parks. The City's Arts & Rec picnic rentals page states jump houses and inflatables are prohibited in all City of Walnut Creek parks (citing City code sections 11-1.201 and 11-1.402 on the Park Policies page). Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Popular choices include Heather Farm Park group picnic areas, Larkey Park group picnic areas, Civic Park Community Center - Assembly Hall and Center for Community Arts Auditorium. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Not in city parks. City of San Ramon 2025-26 picnic policy: 'The use of any trampoline, bungee jumping, or any other rebound tumbling device, including bounce houses, is not permitted in any Park.'. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Popular choices include Central Park group picnic area, Athan Downs Park group picnic area, Rancho San Ramon Community Park picnic areas and Dougherty Station Community Arts Center. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
The city does not publish a clear rule. Conflicting official LARPD sources: the picnic-rental FAQ says 'LARPD does not allow inflatables of any kind' and the picnic rentals page lists 'Personal or commercial Inflatables' as never allowed; Treat as not allowed at picnic sites unless LARPD confirms in writing. Ask the parks department before you book one.
Popular choices include LARPD group picnic sites (Robertson Park Pole Barn, May Nissen, Cayetano, Big Trees, Pleasure Island and others), Robert Livermore Community Center and Lost Worlds Adventures. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Yes. City allows one inflatable per reserved group picnic site (not general park areas), no water-based inflatables, proof of $1M/$2M liability insurance naming the City, original certificate due at least two weeks before the picnic. City keeps a list of insured inflatable companies.
Popular choices include Concord Community Park picnic sites 1-3, Newhall Community Park picnic sites, Baldwin Park picnic site 1 and Meadow Homes Park picnic site 1 (covered). Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Not in city parks. Town picnic page: 'No inflatable structures, jump houses, petting zoos, or dunk tanks are allowed in parks.'. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Popular choices include Oak Hill Park group picnic area, Oak Hill Park Community Center and Sycamore Valley Park picnic rental areas. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
The city does not publish a clear rule. Alamo is unincorporated. Hap Magee Ranch Park (Danville-run) falls under Danville's no-inflatables park rule. Ask the parks department before you book one.
Popular choices include Hap Magee Ranch Park group picnic area and Livorna Park gazebo. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Not in city parks. City picnic page: inflatable structures, jump houses, ponies or dunk tanks are not allowed. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Not in city parks. Town FAQ: bounce houses are not allowed at any Moraga park, due to high risk of the activity. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
Not in city parks. City page for Lafayette Plaza states bounce houses and inflatables are not permitted in any City park or space. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
The city does not publish a clear rule. No inflatable rule found on Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District pages. Call before booking. Ask the parks department before you book one.
Popular choices include Pleasant Hill Park picnic areas 1-3 and Winslow Center. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
Not in city parks. City parks pages say 'No inflatables are allowed at the parks'. Soft play and ball pits are a good alternative.
The city does not publish a clear rule. No inflatable rule found on city pages. Call (925) 673-7300. Ask the parks department before you book one.
Popular choices include Clayton Community Park and The Grove Park picnic areas and Endeavor Hall. Each is listed above with how to book and whether bounce houses or outside rentals are allowed.
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