Backyard Water Slide Rentals in Chicago
Turn a hot Chicago summer party into a backyard water day. We deliver your inflatable water slide, set it up safely and return to take it down. You provide the outdoor water connection, and we handle the heavy work.
Not sure which slide fits your yard? Call us with your available space, gate width and setup surface, and we'll help you narrow down the options.
Ready to check a date? Call (773) 683-1400 — a real person picks up.
Fully InsuredSIOTO Safety Certified15+ Years in ChicagolandProfessional Delivery — Fee Varies by LocationInflatable Setup & Teardown Included
123 Moonwalks delivers and sets up backyard water slides and wet slide-and-bounce inflatables throughout Chicago and Chicagoland suburbs. Water slide rentals include setup, safety staking, and teardown; delivery starts at $50 and varies by location. Seasonal availability — summer weekends book fast. Fully insured, Safety Certified by SIOTO, 15+ years serving Chicagoland families. Call (773) 683-1400 to check summer availability now.
Add items to your quote below — calling is the fastest way to get a price. Delivery starts at $50 and varies by location. Inflatable rentals include professional setup and teardown.
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What Does a Backyard Water Slide Need?
An outdoor spigot, an outdoor outlet within 50 feet, clear level space and somewhere the water can drain safely. Requirements vary between units, so check the slide you want and call us before you book.
An outdoor spigot and hose
A working outdoor garden hose connection is all the plumbing you need. You supply a hose long enough to reach the top of the slide, and the spigot needs to be within 50 feet of the setup area.
An outdoor outlet within 50 feet
The blower keeps the slide inflated for the whole rental, so it needs a standard outdoor electrical outlet within 50 feet of where the slide sits.
Clear, level setup space
Clear furniture, toys and debris from the footprint. Flat, level ground matters more for water slides than for dry inflatables, and the space needs room for the blower, hose routing and a safe run-out at the bottom.
Gate and path access
You need a clear access path with a gate opening of at least 36 inches — 42 to 48 inches for large slides. Water slides are often taller and wider than standard inflatables, so have your measurements ready.
A suitable surface
Grass is preferred. Concrete or a patio may work with proper anchoring — tell us your surface when you book so we can confirm the plan.
Somewhere for water to drain
Water drains continuously from the slide while it runs, so we position it where pooling or runoff will not cause problems. Point out low spots and soft ground when you call.
Overhead clearance
We cannot set up under low overhead lines or branches that interfere with safe clearance for the inflated unit and blower placement. Send a yard photo if you are unsure.
Will a Water Slide Work in My Backyard?
It depends on the selected slide, available space, gate access, setup surface and where the water can safely drain. Call us with your yard details, and we'll help you identify which options may work for your setup.
- Gate width
- Slide dimensions
- Surface type
- Yard slope
- Overhead obstacles
- Water access
- Drainage direction
Which Water Slide Is Right for Your Party?
Start with your guest list and your yard, then let us match a unit to both — age and weight limits and space requirements vary by slide, so the product data and a phone call beat guesswork.
Your children's ages
Age and weight limits vary by unit. Tell us who is coming and we will match a slide to your guest list rather than guessing from a photo.
How many kids you expect
Guest count affects which slide makes sense and how long the queue gets. Have a rough number ready when you call.
Slide height and footprint
Dimensions differ between the four slides above. Space requirements vary by unit, so we confirm the exact footprint for the one you want before booking.
Your yard, gate and utilities
Available space, gate width, setup surface, and where your spigot and outdoor outlet sit all narrow the list. Call (773) 683-1400 with those details.
Water slides are the units built for water play. If you want dry bouncing instead, see bounce house rentals, or Bounce N Slide rentals for bouncing, climbing and sliding in one unit. Ask us before booking if you want to know whether a specific Bounce N Slide unit can be run with water — that varies by unit and we will confirm it for you.
Included with your rental
What's Included With Every Water Slide Rental
Delivery → setup → party → pickup. One crew, in order.
Delivery to your Chicago-area backyard (from $50, varies by location)
Professional setup and safety staking
Water connection walkthrough
Full operational briefing before we leave
Pickup and full teardown
Safety Certified by SIOTO unit inspection
Full insurance coverage
Before we arrive
What You Need Ready Before We Arrive
Clear the setup area
Remove furniture, toys, and debris. Flat, level ground is especially important for water slides.
Garden hose connection within 50 ft
A working outdoor spigot and hose long enough to reach the slide top is required for operation.
Measure your gate opening
Water slides are often taller and wider than standard inflatables — have your clearance measurements ready.
Plan for water runoff
Water drains continuously from the slide. Choose a setup spot where pooling or runoff won't cause issues.
Outdoor outlet within 50 ft
Required to power the blower. The slide must stay inflated throughout the rental.
Adult 18+ on site at delivery
Someone must be present for delivery, full safety walkthrough, and sign-off before we leave.
HOW IT WORKS
How Do You Book a Backyard Water Slide in Chicago?
1
Call Us
One phone call covers everything. We confirm your date, check availability, and talk through your yard setup — gate width, surface type, access points. No forms. No waiting.
2
We Prep & Confirm
We review your yard details and confirm the right unit for your space. You get a confirmation with arrival window and setup checklist. We handle delivery and setup — just clear your backyard and have an outlet nearby.
3
We Deliver, Set Up & Take It Down
Our crew arrives, stakes everything safely, walks you through operation, and returns to break it all down. You focus on the party.
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Add to quote — or call for the fastest price
Your quote depends on unit choice, rental duration, and your delivery location. Add a water slide to your quote, or call (773) 683-1400 — calling is the fastest way to get a real number.
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Check your date for water slides
Tell us your date and we'll come back with a quote and availability. Takes about a minute — or call (773) 683-1400. Calling is the fastest option.
What Should You Know Before Your Water Slide Rental?
Chicago summer is short. Book your water slide early.
Water slides are our most seasonal rental — summer weekends tend to book first. If you have a summer party date in mind, call now. We can confirm availability and next steps in one call.
What You'll Need at Home
• A standard outdoor garden hose connection • Enough clear yard space for the slide footprint — we confirm exact dimensions when you call • Grass is preferred; concrete or patio may work with proper anchoring — tell us your surface when you book • A clear access path with a gate opening of at least 36 inches wide (42–48 inches for bounce + slide combos and large slides — let us know if your path has stairs, steep slopes, tight turns, or narrow walkways) We'll walk through all of this on the phone before your booking is confirmed.
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