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Fairground Mini Games for Events

Fairground mini-games for events

A fairground stall makes sense in ten seconds, which is why even guests who never play anything give it a go

Fairground game hire for events: 13 vintage American red and white fairground mini-games, with transport, set-up and collection included across Spain, for weddings, communions, family days and company parties.

Fairground games for events work for a simple reason: nobody needs the rules explained. You throw a ring, a frisbee or a ball, aim at a target and see straight away whether it went in. That simplicity means the six-year-old, the uncle who never dances and the shyest colleague in the office all end up queuing to try, and a mini fair in one corner of the room creates conversation, laughter and small rivalries without anyone having to organise them.

Our 13 fairground mini-games are free-standing table or board games made of varnished wood and vinyl, with the look of the classic American fair: Frisbee Toss, Ring Toss, Milk Bottle, Shuffle Puck, Star Darts, Hook a Duck, Tic Tac Quoits, Tin Alley, Froggy Racer, Ball Roll, Rock 'n' Roll, Table Quoits and Ball in the Bucket. They combine aim, skill and luck, so winning does not depend only on a steady hand and almost everyone has a chance.

Each game measures about 190 x 70 cm, weighs about 15 kg and needs roughly 2 x 2 m of space. They are 100% manual, with no electricity or sockets, so they suit a function room just as well as a garden or a covered terrace. They arrive assembled: set-up and dismantling take about 20 minutes, and transport, installation and collection are included. We travel from Barcelona to anywhere in Spain, and 80% of our events are outside Barcelona.

They need no staff to run: games last 1 to 3 minutes and guests take turns on their own. If you want more atmosphere, we can add a host, prizes and a leaderboard. For around 100 guests we recommend 4 to 6 games, and if you prefer a complete stall, our Fairground Booths are the other option: a 215 x 150 cm stand with bunting, lights and prizes, staff included, and the mini-games can go inside.

  • 13different fairground games
  • 20 minto set up and dismantle
  • 2 x 2 mof space per game
  • 0sockets needed

Understood without explanation

Throw, aim and see the result at once. Children, older guests and the shyest people join in without anyone asking them to.

Arrive assembled, no electricity

Varnished wood and vinyl, 100% manual. Set-up and dismantling in about 20 minutes, indoors or outdoors under cover.

With your brand if you wish

Header and board customised with your logo, using your artwork or designs we produce in a couple of days.

How we set it up

  1. Tell us about the event

    Type of celebration, number of guests, available space and whether it is indoors or outdoors under cover.

  2. We choose the games

    How many and which ones for your numbers: for 100 guests, 4 to 6 games so that queues do not build up.

  3. We customise

    If you want your brand on the header and board, we prepare the artwork with about 2 weeks' notice.

  4. We set up and collect

    We arrive with the games assembled, install them in about 20 minutes and collect them when you finish.

Formats and ideas that work

  • A mini fair in the garden of a wedding, to entertain guests while the couple have their photos taken
  • Fairground games for children at a communion, with simple prizes for every game
  • A company family day with a team leaderboard and prizes for the winners
  • Fairground stalls on a trade fair stand to draw in visitors
  • An end-of-term party with several games spread around the playground
  • A village festival or fiesta with a covered fairground games area
  • A fairground or circus themed event with bunting, lights and Fairground Booths
  • A games area in a shopping centre to boost a campaign or a special date

How many games to hire depends on your guests, not on the space

The most common mistake is to hire too few: with one or two games for 100 people, queues form and people tire of waiting. Since each game lasts 1 to 3 minutes, the pace is set by the number of stalls. That is why we recommend 4 to 6 games for 100 guests, so there is always one free and the mini fair stays lively throughout the event.

If you want something more complete, Fairground Booths take the idea a step further: a 215 x 150 cm stand with bunting, lights and prizes, and staff included for 3 hours per booth, with instant prizes or redeemable points. The mini-games can go inside, so you can combine both options to suit the event.

Frequently asked questions

Do they need electricity?

No. They are 100% manual and have no electrical parts, so they can go in any corner, indoors or outdoors under cover.

How many games do I need for my event?

For around 100 guests we recommend 4 to 6 games. With your guest numbers and the available space, we will tell you how many fit without crowding the area.

Is staff needed to run the games?

No. Games last 1 to 3 minutes and guests play on their own. If you wish, we can add a host, prizes and a leaderboard. Fairground Booths do include staff, for 3 hours per booth.

Do you deliver outside Barcelona?

Yes. We travel from Barcelona to anywhere in Spain and 80% of our events are outside the city. Transport, set-up and collection are included.

Can they be customised with our brand?

Yes. We customise the header and board with your logo, using your artwork or designs we produce in a couple of days. We ask for about 2 weeks' notice. Hook a Duck needs a water point nearby.

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