Creative Games to Play on Inflatable Water Slides

For having a great summer party, inflatable water slides are the perfect mix of thrill, excitement, and cooling relief. Why stop at sliding, though? With a bit of imagination, you can turn your water slide rental into the centrepiece of exhilarating group games that keep guests entertained for hours on end.

No matter whether you take a dunk tank rental for use at backyard celebrations or a theme water slide combo, there are countless ways to fully enjoy these inflatables. 

Take a look with me at some thrilling, creative games your celebrants will have to play on inflatable water slides. 

 

1. Slide & Splash Tag

Put a splash into the classic game of tag. This adaptation starts at the top of the slide. Kids slide down alternately, and when they reach the bottom, the "it" child has to tag them before leaving the landing pool.

Use slides like the ATLANTIC SURGE WATER SLIDE 18FT TALL & 30FT LONG. Its height and length are the best runways for action-packed suspense every round. This game not only has a competitive level, but children also burn their energy as they stay cool.

Tip Bonus: Place soft foam balls on the pool area to perform "slide attacks," where players try to duck throws as they slide. 

 

2. Themed Relay Races

Turn your event into a playground for relay races. Divide the groups and insert inflatable water slides on the route. Each player completes a mini-activity (e.g., retrieves a rubber duck from the pool), slides down, and taps the next team member.

Themed combos such as the MICKEY AND FRIENDS 7 IN 1 – water slide with a landing pool make it easy to structure different legs of the relay around favorite characters or adventures.

This is especially fun for birthday parties where teams can represent different characters or “kingdoms” and compete for party favors as prizes.

 

3. Water Balloon Splashdown

Combine dunk tank thrill with the thrill of a water slide. Start by booking a dunk tank rental with your inflatable gear. Players take turns trying to hit the dunk target with water balloons.

Make it more exciting by having players slide down something like the TROPICAL PARADISE 7 IN 1 – water slide with a landing pool, before they can win a throw. This crossover game gives an obstacle course environment and doubles the fun for kids and adults.

 

4. Treasure Hunt in the Pool

This game is perfect for toddlers. Before the event, put the landing pool with floating items, small waterproof tokens, or colored balls in it. Participants slide down to the pool and "hunt" for some items as fast as possible.

The ANIMAL KINGDOM 7 IN 1 COMBO – water slide with landing pool works best for this since its jungle setting can be utilized to create a story based on the hunt—picture searching for missing animal treasures in the jungle water!

You can even provide prizes for every item gathered or come up with challenges, such as spotting three blue gems before the clock expires.

 

5. Synchronized Slide Show

Ideal for big groups, the synchronized slide show is more about performance than competition. Divide guests into small groups and have them create a funny or witty slide routine—a Flashy version of synchronized swimming.

Slides like the ATLANTIC SURGE WATER SLIDE 18FT TALL & 30FT LONG give room and a dash of slope to deliver those "wow" moments. Encourage fun music and costume dress for all teams to amplify the fun quotient.

It is also an excellent means of involving teens or older kids who enjoy creative challenges instead of vanilla playground games.

 

6. Combo Course Challenges

With 7-in-1 combos, you have more than just a slide—you get bounce areas, climbing walls, obstacles, and hoops. Create a full water course challenge using combos like:

 

• MICKEY AND FRIENDS 7 IN 1 – water slide with landing pool

• TROPICAL PARADISE 7 IN 1 – water slide with landing pool

• LITTLE MERMAID 7 IN 1 COMBO – water slide with landing pool

 

Each individual has to complete all seven elements of the combo unit before finishing up with the slide. You can time each individual or utilize it as a team relay.

These combo units are so versatile and are especially fabulous for family reunions or school field days when age groups are assorted and need varying ways to participate.

 

Why Add a Dunk Tank?

Add a dunk tank rental to your inflatable water slide party to add an interactive attraction that's just as well-loved by kids as by adults. If you're dunking the birthday boy's older brother, a school teacher, or a willing parent, dunk tanks never fail to attract crowds.

They also add to game stations, making your backyard resemble an over-the-top water carnival. And if you're organizing a fundraiser, dunk tanks can even be used to generate money per throw.

 

Final Thoughts

Inflatable water slides are already cool, but add some creativity, and you can turn them into the center of any party with games that introduce teamwork, competition, and constant laughter. From relay races and splash tag to dunk tank challenges and treasure hunts, the opportunities are limitless with the right equipment.

 

Here at Amazing Jumps – We Kick the Party Off, we offer exciting water slide units to make your event fun, loving, and enjoyable. Don't forget to book your dunk tank rental ahead of time—summer calendars get filled fast!

 

Planning your party yet? Check out our full selection of water slides and combo units, and let's get the party started off on the right foot!