Looking for a water slide rental near Nashville? Tennessee Bounce House rents sixteen inflatable water slides, from 15-foot backyard slides up to 22-foot dual-lane racers, and delivers them across Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Columbia, and every community in between. When a Middle Tennessee afternoon hits the 90s, nothing else in the fleet comes close.
Rentals start at $325 and run to $500 for our largest units. Every price includes delivery, setup, and takedown by our crew — you supply a garden hose and a flat patch of grass.
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Why a Water Slide Beats Everything Else in Summer
Year after year, water slides are our most requested rental from June through August, and it is easy to understand why. Tennessee summers are hot and humid, with daytime highs regularly above 90 degrees across Nashville and the surrounding counties. A standard bounce house is still a great time, but when the heat index is pushing triple digits, a water slide is the difference between kids playing for twenty minutes and kids playing all afternoon.
They also do not slow down. Kids climb, race down the slippery surface, splash into the pool at the bottom, and immediately get back in line. Parents get a backyard that entertains itself, with no drive to a public water park and no admission tickets.
What We Rent
Sixteen water slides, plus wet combos and dry versions of every unit. Here is how the fleet breaks down:
Single-Lane Water Slides — $325 to $450
The core of the fleet and the right choice for most backyard parties. These run from 15 to 20 feet tall with a steep ride down into a splash landing at the bottom. The 15-foot tropical, wave, and Wicked Ursula slides start at $325, with themed and taller units — Jurassic, Unicorn, Mega Block, Purple Crush — running up from there.
Dual-Lane Racing Slides — $375 to $500
Four of our slides have two lanes, so riders race each other to the bottom. The 15-foot Teal Crush and 17-foot Fun Dual are the backyard-friendly options; the 22-foot Cascade Tsunami and Infernal Arch are the biggest units we own and the ones schools and churches book for field days and festivals. If your event has a crowd and a line, two lanes move it twice as fast.
Wet Combo Bounce Houses
Eight of our combo units run wet. A combo pairs a bounce floor with an attached slide, so younger kids can jump while older kids take the slide — the most flexible option for a mixed-age birthday party. Themed units include Disney Princess, Avengers, Star Wars, Royal Palace, and the 6-in-1 Medieval.
Prefer It Dry? Every Slide Runs Dry Too
Every water slide we own is also listed as a dry slide. Dry setups work on surfaces a wet unit cannot use and are the better call for cooler months or a venue without grass. Same slides, same heights — just no hose.
What People Rent Water Slides For
- Backyard birthday parties — the most common reason families in Nashville and Franklin call us. Add a tent for shade and the setup is complete.
- Church VBS and youth events — Vacation Bible School week is one of our busiest stretches of the year.
- School field days and summer camps — dual-lane slides shine here, because a racing format keeps a long line moving.
- Company picnics — employee appreciation cookouts where families are invited.
- 4th of July and Labor Day cookouts — both land squarely in peak heat, and both book out early.
- Pool parties — even with a pool on site, a slide changes the whole event.
Setup Requirements
Have these ready before our crew arrives and setup takes about 30 minutes:
- Flat grass. Water slides go on level grass only. We do not set up wet units on gravel, dirt, or concrete — wet hard surfaces are a slipping hazard, and dirt turns to mud. If grass is not an option, book the dry version instead.
- A garden hose hookup within reach of the setup area. The hose runs during use to keep the surface slick; we recommend having at least 50 feet available.
- A standard outlet within 100 feet for the blower, which runs continuously while the slide is inflated.
- Overhead clearance from branches, power lines, and roof overhangs — check the listed height of your unit against the yard, especially for the 20- and 22-foot slides.
- Drainage room. Water pools at the base and runs into surrounding grass, so position the slide draining away from the house, patio, and seating.
Staying Safe in the Heat
- Keep water out. Set up a cooler near the activity area so kids take real breaks.
- Add shade. Not everyone is on the slide at once — a tent rental gives parents and younger kids somewhere to sit.
- Sunscreen, reapplied. Water strips it faster than parents expect.
- Breaks every 30 to 45 minutes, especially for younger children.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a water slide in Nashville?
Water slides start at $325 and run to $500 depending on size — 15-foot slides at the low end, 22-foot dual-lane racers at the top. Delivery, setup, and takedown are included in every price. Overnight, multi-day, and discounted weekend rates are available; see live pricing on our water slide booking page.
What do I need to provide?
A flat grass area, a garden hose hookup, and a standard outlet within 100 feet for the blower. Water units require grass — book the dry version if your space is gravel or concrete.
How tall are your water slides?
They range from 15 to 22 feet. Four are dual-lane. Check the listed height against your overhead clearance before booking the larger units.
Can I rent a water slide as a dry slide?
Yes — every slide in the fleet is listed separately as a dry slide, and dry setups work on surfaces a wet unit cannot.
How far in advance should I book?
Twenty-four hours is our minimum, but 2 to 3 weeks ahead is realistic for a summer Saturday. Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day weekends go first.
Serving Nashville, Franklin, Columbia, Spring Hill & All of Middle Tennessee
Tennessee Bounce House is a family-owned business based in Franklin, TN. We deliver water slides throughout Middle Tennessee with free delivery to most areas inside our service area. Every unit is state-inspected by the Tennessee Department of Labor, fully insured, and cleaned and sanitized between rentals.
We serve families, schools, churches, and businesses in Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Columbia, Nolensville, Thompson's Station, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, Mount Juliet, Hendersonville, and surrounding communities.
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Summer Saturdays go first and the biggest slides go fastest. Check your date and reserve online in a few clicks:
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Questions, or planning something bigger? Call us at 615-730-4498 — we can pair a water slide with a dunk tank, an obstacle course, bounce houses, and tents, tables & chairs for a full event package — or see all our inflatable rentals.