Inflatables

At some DPR parks, with written approval requested in your original permit. DPR usually asks for a liability insurance certificate naming DC and DPR, and a moon bounce can never be left unattended. Source: DC DPR: Permit conditions

• Party rentals in Washington, DC

Ask first. Alexandria asks hosts to contact its Special Events office (703-746-5421) before bringing a moon bounce or tent to a picnic area. Source: Alexandria Recreation program guide, spring–summer 2026

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Yes: one bounce house per pavilion permit, with an original certificate of liability insurance naming the City of Fairfax. Setting up on an athletic field needs a field permit too. Source: City of Fairfax: Pavilion rentals

• Party rentals in Fairfax, VA

Only at Park Authority picnic areas marked for inflatables, with a reservation and special permission ($25 per inflatable). Generators must be under 6,000 watts. Source: Fairfax County Park Authority: Picnic FAQs

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• Party rentals in Springfield, VA

Not at rented county pavilions: Loudoun PRCS does not allow inflatables, moon bounces, stages or tents there. On private property an inflatable may need its own amusement permit. Source: Loudoun County PRCS: Rental FAQs

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Leesburg’s town pavilions are not intended for bounce houses, inflatables or other amusements. Source: Town of Leesburg: Park facility rentals

• Party rentals in Leesburg, VA

Only with prior written approval: email Montgomery Parks’ permit office at least 7 business days ahead. Water inflatables are not allowed, and some picnic areas ban inflatables outright. Source: Montgomery Parks: Rules and policies

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Not at Prince George’s Parks picnic shelters: moon bounces, dunk tanks and pony rides are not permitted there. For a backyard party, check with the vendor about setup space and power. Source: Prince George’s Parks: Picnic shelters

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Not at Prince George’s Parks picnic shelters: moon bounces, dunk tanks and pony rides are not permitted there. For a backyard party, check with the vendor about setup space and power. Source: Prince George’s Parks: Picnic shelters

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Not at Truxtun Park: moon bounces and amplified music are not permitted at the city’s pavilions. Source: City of Annapolis: Pavilion rentals

• Party rentals in Annapolis, MD

In Frederick County parks, only licensed, insured vendors with prior approval, up to 15×15 feet, at listed parks and shelters. Private inflatables are not allowed there. Source: Frederick County Parks: Picnic shelters

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