Foam Party FAQs
Foam Party FAQs – Everything You Need to Know Before You Book
Got questions about foam parties? We’ve got answers! Whether you're wondering about safety, setup, what to wear, or how we handle weather changes, this guide covers everything you need to know before booking your foam party. Chicago Foam Company has hosted thousands of events across Chicagoland, and we make sure every party is fun, stress-free, and unforgettable. Check out the FAQs below to get all the details!
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We go all over Chicagoland, and sometimes even farther! (We do sometimes assess a travel fee, which goes 100% to our foam party operator for travel time and gas.)
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Foam parties are great on a hot, sunny day. Foam parties are great on a cool, cloudy day. Foam parties are even great in a drizzle. The only weather to avoid is a rain storm, extreme wind and freezing cold. If the weather is unsuitable on the day of your event, we’ll be happy to reschedule, no problem. (Just let us know before we head out to your event.)
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A friendly, awesome expert from our foam team. This summer, the team includes a teacher, an artist, a preschool director, and a psych major from McGill. Learn more about who we are.
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For almost all one-cannon events (like a birthday party in your yard), there's nothing to worry about—a dedicated normal power outlet is all we need. (So please make sure it's not the same circuit that's powering something else.) For events with multiple cannons, best practice is to have a dedicated 15 or 20 amp circuit for each cannon. Without this, in rare cases it's possible we'll need to turn off one cannon to get sufficient power to the other.
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Sometimes power isn't available where you want your foam party——in those cases we can absolutely use your generator. We require at least a 4000W generator per cannon, as we need to power at minimum our cannon and pump.
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We do! We may offer special packages and pricing for high-demand dates including Memorial Day, July Fourth, Labor Day and Halloween.
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Yes! It’s made of air, water and a soap-like compound designed to maximize bubble production and strength. Our foam is gentle, allergen-free and eco-friendly. It’s literally good, clean fun.
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All ages! Foam parties are the rare party entertainment that babies and toddlers can enjoy along with big kids and teenagers. And you, a grown-up, will be tempted to get in, too—we have lots of foam parties where there are more adults in the foam than kids!
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We bring everything for your foam party but the water—including sound system, beach balls (for safety reasons, you’ll blow them up yourself), and .75 horsepower Foam Cannon. (Vroom vroom!)
We hook up to your water source and electrical outlet. (We bring more than 50 feet of hose and extension cords.)
You and your guests have a blast in the foam.
We clean and pack everything up. The foam goes away on its own within a few minutes of our departure.
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We need access to a working hose hookup, a working electrical outlet, and a big open area within 50 feet of the hose hookup and outlet. We’ll handle everything else.
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The foam party should be within 50 feet of the water hookup and electricity, on a grass or pavement surface that’s been cleared of toys, furniture, etc. Your backyard is great, and flat paved surfaces work better than a sloped driveway. Sports courts and artificial grass are perfect when available. For foam parties over 60 minutes, non-grass surfaces are preferred.
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A lot of people wear swim suits, but if you dress comfortably for the weather you’ll have a great time at the foam party.
Pricing
Rates include all gear/supplies PLUS a friendly operator who does ALL the work for you. No extra cost for travel for Chicago or most Chicago suburbs.
60 Minutes
$399
45 Minutes
$349
UV Moon Foam™
(After Sunset Only)
+$99
Each Extra Hour
$200
For Large Events (more than 30 people at a time in the foam) please contact us for pricing.
A Foam Party Company in Chicago That Can Handle Small or Large Events
Private Parties
Birthday Parties & Block Parties
We make kids' parties unforgettable with the biggest foam cannons in Chicago.
Large Events
Schools, Churches, Camps, Shopping Centers
Attract crowds, boost engagement, and create a family-friendly spectacle.
How It Works
1. Fill out the Contact Form
We’ll ask for your date, location, and event details.
2. Instant Quote & Booking Link
No back-and-forth, just a simple click to reserve your party.
3. We Show Up with Foam Fun!
You enjoy the event, we handle everything else.