Traveling bounce houses are all the rage these days, but only one attraction holds the title of The World’s Biggest Bounce House – The Big Bounce America!
From Aug. 31-Sept. 15, The Big Bounce America will bring its massive house and other spectacular bounce attractions to Skokie Sports Park. Inside the World’s Biggest Bounce House, you’ll find bouncy basketball courts, a giant slide into a ball pit and plenty more inflatable surprises.
Quick details about The Big Bounce America in Skokie
- When: Saturday, Aug. 31-Sunday, Sept. 15
- Address: Skokie Sports Park, 3459 Oakton St, Skokie
- Cost: Tickets are $22-$45 for a three-hour session. Spectators do not require a ticket.
- Parking: Big Bounce America attendees are able to park in the Skokie Sports Park parking lots.
Other bounce-tastic attractions include an out-of-this-world Air Space zone filled with inflatable aliens, spaceships and moon craters; the Sport Slam competition zone; the bouncy OctoBlast foam party; and an inflatable chill area for parents or anyone who needs to take a break from all the bouncy fun.
New this season are Adult Only Sessions where grown ups and kids at heart ages 16 and older can enjoy a child-free bounce session. Separate jump sessions for tots, juniors and big kids allow families to book a session that is safe and fun for their children.
Ready to bounce the day away in Skokie? Check out these helpful tips for making the most out of your Big Bounce America experience, and discover more kid-friendly things to do around Skokie.
Tips for playing at Big Bounce America with kids
- A ticket is required to play. Save a few bucks by purchasing tickets online ahead of time.
- Online tickets are sold as timed, three-hour reservation slots. Ticket holders will have 45 minutes to play in the World’s Biggest Bounce House. The remainder of their time can be spent on the other inflatable attractions.
- The Big Bounce America is an outdoor, rain-or-shine event. Apply sunscreen and dress in layers so you can adjust your clothing to the weather.
- Rental lockers will be available on a first come, first served basis. Lockers are $10 each.
- Children ages 3 and under must be accompanied by a paying parent or guardian. Parents of older children do not need a ticket if they do not plan to jump.
- Children of all ages can play together, but if your younger child prefers jumping with kids their own age, Toddler and Junior Sessions are available.
- Bouncing, jumping and sliding all afternoon is tiring! Bring water to stay hydrated.
- Socks must be worn at all times in the inflatables. Make sure all the jumpers in your group have a comfy pair of socks to wear — preferably ones with a bit of grip to avoid wipeouts on slippery surfaces. Grippy socks will be sold for $5 per pair.
- Get your money’s worth by showing up a few minutes before your session begins. Arriving late won’t stop you from joining in on the fun, but your session will not be extended. Showing up late to your session means you will miss out on jumping time.
Other things to do with kids in Skokie
Browse our Skokie neighborhood guide to discover some of the best places to visit, explore and play with kids in Skokie, or start planning your day with these other kid-friendly activities.
- Refuel at a kid-friendly restaurant in Skokie, or end the day with something sweet at a local dessert shop.
- Enjoy some shopping at these fun-filled toy stores near Skokie.
- Older kids can take a historical trip to the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center. Find free museum day.
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