Bare Minimum Party Rentals for a Backyard Kids Birthday: What Do You Actually Need?

For a backyard kids party you really only need three things: tables, chairs, and a canopy. Add a jumper if the budget allows and you're set.

Quick answer

✓You can pull off a great party with just three things: tables, chairs, and a canopy.
✓Tables give kids a place to eat cake and open presents.
✓Chairs keep the parents comfortable so they actually stay and enjoy themselves.
✓A canopy keeps everyone out of the sun, because a hot backyard in North Hollywood kills the vibe fast.
✓If your budget allows one more thing, add a jumper — kids will entertain themselves for hours and you can actually relax.

Full answer

Bare minimum party rentals for a backyard kids birthday. What do you actually need? Honestly, you can pull off a great party with just three things: tables, chairs, and a canopy. Tables give kids a place to eat cake and open presents. Chairs keep the parents comfortable so they actually stay and enjoy themselves. And a canopy keeps everyone out of the sun, because a hot backyard in North Hollywood kills the vibe fast. If your budget allows one more thing, add a jumper. Kids will entertain themselves for hours and you can actually relax. That is really it. You do not need to go crazy for a kids party. Keep it simple and your kids will remember the fun, not the setup. We are right near the Valley Plaza Sports Complex. Call or text Oscar or come by the store on Vanowen Street and he will put together exactly that kind of simple package for you.