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Santa Vacation – BEACH PHOTOS!

July 15th, 2010

Clowns Unlimited, Exclusive Santa Claus Photos!

Santa Claus, caught on the beach this summer. A Clowns Unlimited Exclusive Story!

The ever so famous Mr. Claus, AKA: Santa, Santa Claus, Kris Kringle, Jolly old Elf, and many more… Caught on the beach during his summer vacation.  Much like the ever so popular Mel Gibson tapes from Radar Online, we will only be leaking a few of these pictures at a time.  Stay tuned for more developments on the elf and his whereabouts.

For now- Feast your eyes on this:

Santa is schocked to be found by our staff Photo Grapher who was assigned to follow him on a company provided vacation.

Mr. Claus gets a bit excited when he sees our photographer on the beach.  We all know the old guy.  He is always happy to see anyone- but when our staff photographer: Poppa Razzi (a disgruntled former workshop elf who now works for us) moseyed upon this undisclosed private remote beach location and found a giant red elf spread out in the sun – the sprite old guy was a little nonplussed.   Poppa Razzi described the encounter as both exciting and extremely frightening as the elf was upset.  He is reported to have been very displeased that his vacation and relaxation time was being interrupted.  (But that is what happens when you take a trip on the company dime!)

We are glad to be the first to bring you these candid Santa on Vacation shots.

Unfortunately Poppa Razzi only got a couple of shots as Santa made his escape.  But he has now made it his goal to bring us endless Santa Claus shots from this vacation, stating that this initial encounter created what he described in a later phone call to our offices as a “Blood war.”

Mr. Razzi was unwilling to clarify any further details regarding the encounter and would only state that he was “committed to providing us with more Candid shots of the elf, so that we can be sure to understand exactly what type of guy he is…”

Mr. Claus was unavailable for comment on the photos.

Santa runs Away

Santa Runs away.

Santa Claus has never been known as much of a runner, but somehow he managed to run away very quickly this day on the beach.   Mr. Razzi reported that Santa moved so quickly his speed was comparable to a bolt of lightning, and that the Big Guy moved with the grace of a gazelle.

While Claus got away this time, we are in possession of his itinerary and have access to all his reservation info- so you can rest assured there will be more news from Santa’s vacation.

Until then, make sure that you are up to date with all your upcoming holiday party planning- as there are only a few weekends to have a holiday party- and our Decembers book up very quickly.

We have created a great guide for holiday planners which is available for free here on our site.  We also have a list of great holiday party ideas for entertainment and game rentals.

But the bottom line is while Santa is spending his time out on the beach, running from photographers, and relaxing for the upcoming holiday season… We all need to think about what we will be needing from him this year, setting our dates aside and placing reservations so that we can throw parties that will make him proud.


Tent and Canopy Rentals in Portland, Seattle, and surrounding areas

March 28th, 2010

Party Tent Rental, Canopy Rental – Portland and Seattle

At Clowns Unlimited we are proud to announce our party and tent rental division offers a whole host of party rental options available for party, carnival, festival, picnic, party, and event planners across the Pacific Northwest. When it comes time for you to start planning your event, you can count on Clowns Unlimited to be the best choice for all your special event rental needs.

Not sure where to start? Call one of our event planners today!

Tent rental for party or event

Our tent rentals are available to meet a number of needs, and we can create the perfect solution for your special event.

Here are just a few of the tent types we have available for party and special event planners in Portland and Seattle:

Clowns Unlimited has you covered for all your tent, canopy, and portland party rental needs. Offering tent and canopy rental solutions in varying sizes across Portland and Seattle. We rent everything you need for parties and events!

carnival tent
Striped Carnival Tents & Carnival Booths
Our carnival tents and booths are the perfect addition to any party package for just about any special event you may be planning. They create a true festive feeling and add a bit of special flare to any event. Carnival booths are available with and without the striped side walls!more >

Canopy rental in Portland

10×10 Party Canopy
These are the ideal rental solution for a small special event, birthday party, or if you need a solution for a festival or fair. We often rent several of these at time when people are looking to create a place for vendors. They are more cost effective than our 10×10 peak solution as wellmore >

Peak Tent
Peak Tents
If you want a traditional tent rental, which would be ideal for any special event or formal occasion- our peak tents are the perfect solution to your needs. They are available in a whole host of different sizes and shapes, and we can offer all kinds of solutions to meet the varying needs of our clients. more >

We offer all kinds of great tent rental solutions for special events, picnics, carnivals, festival, street fairs, and more in the Seattle and Portland areas. If you need some temporary cover to protect yourself or your guests from the sun, rain, or wind just call on us.

We have all kinds of options available and can create a temporary event solution for any need. We have installed floors, lighting, stages, power, and more in all kinds of tents. Our temporary AC and and heating solutions work wonders to keep a climate controlled environment in any weather.

We also have a whole host of other portland party rental solutions available for special event planners. When it comes to finding the right things for your party or event- just call on us and we are happy to help!


Video Game Rentals

March 24th, 2010

Video Game Rentals in Portland and Seattle

Video Games are the perfect addition to any party or special event.

For many years the video game craze has ruled the home entertainment, arcade, and special event markets. Clowns Unlimited is the Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington #1 source for video game and arcade game entertainment for corporate, non profit, and promotional events. We provide rentals of all kinds of video games and fun related activities.

Fore more video game related information, see our seattle video game rentals page or our portland video rentals page. We are committed to providing the best in video gaming entertainment at Clowns Unlimited.

Western Shooting video game

Western Shooting Gallery- Video LaserShot


When it comes to finding a video game that is ideal for your event consider some of the many available options we have to offer:

Xbox – Wii – Playstation – and more!
Classic Arcades – Golden Tee, Pacman, Donkey Kong and more!
Driving Games – Basket ball Games – Golf Games – Football Games – All kinds of Sports Games!

There is literally no end to the amount of games we can offer for your special event. We can find games to meet any theme, and will work with you to provide the best selection of gaming entertainment for your needs.

Portland and Seattle area Video Games Rentals

Video Games Rental for Corporate Events- We provide the best choice in games and entertainment for all types of company picnics, holiday parties and events. We are the best choice in gaming entertainment for your next party!

Xbox 360 Games
Nintendo Video Games
DDR - Video arcade Game Portland and Seattle
DDR – Pump it Up Video Arcade
DDR – also called Dance Dance Revolution is one of the largest dance crazes to sweep the nation. We recognized that it is a huge draw also for parties … more >

Laser Shot
Laser Shot Shooting Gallery
Laser Shot is a video shooting simulator. Now you can enjoy this high-tech military and law enforcement training system as a video game for any event… more >

Cruisin Exotica
Cruisin Exotica Video Arcade Game
Cruisin Exotica is the immensely popular sequel to Cruisin World. Race at exotic locations throughout the solar system, … more >

Golden Tee Live

Golden Tee
Golden Tee is awesome for any video rental needs you may have!

Xbox 360
Flat Panel HDTV
Flat Panel HDTV
Our Flat Panel HDTV’s are perfect for watching movies or playing video games! Rent some for your next LAN party!

These are just a few of the great game rental options we have available in Portland and Seattle.

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Party Rental Solutions

March 17th, 2010

Party rentals in Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington.
Portland, OR – Seattle, WA – Party Rental Service

Party rentals are available from Clowns Unlimited for a variety of parties and events. Our rental company is the area’s leading supplier of event needs and we have been proudly supplying the Pacific Northwest with all kinds of rental options since 1981. Our party rental services includes just about anything you need to have a special event, we serve all customers with the best customer service, the best equipment, and a strong commitment to providing the best values possible.

Here are just a few of the party rental services which are available from our company.

Party and Event Rentals

Tents and Canopies

Canopies
10×10 EZ Up
10×10 Striped Carnival Canopy

Peak Tents
10×10
20×20
20×40
40×40

Clear Span Structures

Tent and Party Accessory Rental

Dance Floors

Stages

Power and Generators

Sound and Lighting

Promotional Items

Portable Sanitation

Floor Systems

Carnival Games

Picnic Games

Fencing/Crowd Control

Tables & Chairs

Tables
4′ X 30″ Banquet
6′ X 30″ Banquet
8′ X 30″ Banquet
6′ X 18″ Conference
8′ X 18″ Conference
30″ Round Cocktail 30″ OR 42″ Tall
30″ X 30″ Square Cocktail 30″ OR 42″ Tall
48″ Round (seats 6-8)
60″ Round (seats 8-10)
72″ Round (seats 10-12)
Small Serpentine
Large Serpentine
48″ Square
40″ Round w/umbrella-White Plastic

Chairs
White Resin Slatted – White Bistro Chair
White Folding – Indoor
White Folding – Outdoor
Black Folding – Indoor
Black Folding- Outdoor
Black Conference
White Folding
Barstools

Chivari
(Indoor Only)
Gold
Black
Natural
Mahogany

Linens

Props-Décor

Food Service
BBQ’s
Cambros
Ovens
Fryers

Concessions
Island Oasis
Cotton Candy
Popcorn Machines
Sno-Kone
Hawaiian Shaved Ice
Pucker Powder
Nachos
Margarita Machine
Hot Dog Warmer
Hot Dog Cart
Ice Cream Cart
Ice Cream Truck
Pizza Warmer
Pretzels
Soft Serve

Here are just a few of the party rental services which are available from our company.

Party and Event Rentals

Party Game Rental
When it comes to renting games for parties and events- there is no doubt in anyones mind that Clowns Unlimited has the resources to provide the best game rentals around. Our Game rental inventory includes a massive selection of all kinds of amazing inflatables, party rental options, and fun rentals that is practically limitless.

Inflatable Games – Interactive Games – Bounce Houses – Carnival Games – Video Games – Table Games – Arcade Games – and MUCH MORE.

Party Entertainment Rental

Everything you can imagine for entertainment at a party or special event- we can provide. At Clowns Unlimited we offer the regions largest selection of entertainers.

Variety Performers DJ’s Bands Holiday Entertainers
Balloon Twister DJ Blues Band Santa Claus
Beatles Tribute Band Emcee Bluegrass Band Easter Bunny
Belly Dancer Karaoke Christian Rock Band Sno Man
Caricaturist Country Band Reindeer
Clown Singers Cover Band Elves
Comedian A Cappella Jazz Band Carolers
Costumed Character Barbershop Quartet Marching Band
Dance Group Broadway Singer Oldies Band
Exotic Dancer Choral Group Punk Band
Face Painter Classical Singer Rock Band
Fire Eater Country Singer Swing Band
Fortune Teller Folk Singer
Hula Dancer Gospel Singer
Hypnotist Hip Hop Singer
Impersonator Jazz Singer
Impressionist Opera Singer
Juggler Pop Singer
Magician R&B Singer
Mentalist Rap Singer
Mime Reggae Singer
Motivational Speaker Soul Singer
Puppet Show Italian Singer
Singing Telegram Wedding Singer
Stilt Walker
Ventriloquist


Party and Event Planning Services

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Top 5 Kids Parties in Portland

March 13th, 2010

If you are planning a party or special event in Portland, Oregon- then you will love to see this guide of the top kids party ideas and where to have a kids party or event in the Portland Metro area. In Oregon, there are all kinds of great things to do with kids- and all kinds of wonderful party options to help you celebrate your special day.

Portland’s 5 Best Party ideas
The best ideas for your Portland birthday party.

1) Inflatable Kingdom – Without a doubt our vote for the best party place in Portland, OR is Inflatable Kingdom- they were also voted best kids indoor play in Portland by Nickelodeon. Inflatable Kingdom offers parents and children amazing birthday parties- with all kinds of great options- at incredible values. They know what the portland birthday party is all about.

The single best birthday party place in Portland

Birthday Party in Portland - Top Choice

2) Cook Park, Tigard – When it is sunny outside, Tigard’s own cook park is the ideal location for a great birthday party. Cook up some hot dogs on the grill, rent a bounce house, and get a clown from us- and you have the best party you can have in a park! (The river shelter is the best!)

3) Arts and Craft Parties – There are all kinds of great pottery party options in Portland. Inflatable Kingdom offers one, and there are other places like pottery studios in town which are the ideal location to host any arts and crafts event.

4) Pizza Parties – There is nothing like having great pizza at a birthday party- and the city of Portland offers all kinds of wonderful Pizza places to fit any taste!

5) Educational Birthday Party Lean something at your party- places like the Children’s Museum, and the Zoo offer party packages that are good if you are looking to have an educational party experience.

Kids parties in Portland
Portland is a great city, with all kinds of wonderful things to do year round. So when it comes to planning a kids party in Portland, you need to carefully consider what it is that your child wants. Typically a kid wants something fun, memorable, and dog on cool…

So your job is to make sure that your kids is happy- and the best way to do this is to talk to your child. We get countless parents on the phone who say their child said that they had to have an inflatable at their party. The child then uses our website to choose what inflatable ride or bounce house is the most exciting to them- and from there we just create memories.

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Top 10 Company Picnic spots in Portland

December 24th, 2009

If you are planning a company picnic in the Portland, Oregon area, here is a great list of the top 10 Picnic places we see people planning and hosting picnics for large and small groups.

Here is a list of Company Picnic Locations in Portland, Oregon and Surrounding areas. From the leading provider of company picnic catering, games, entertainment, and fun in the Portland area. We specialize in providing cutting edge company picnics for small organizations to some of the areas leading fortune 500 companies!

Portland Company Picnic Venues

Cook Park in Tigard is a popular company picnic destination.

Cook Park in Tigard is a popular company picnic destination.

1) On-site, at company location – Many companies in the Portland area are opting to host the company picnic on site, in order to save costs, travel time, and to make the day less complicated for everyone attending. With all of the temporary tenting, facilities, and other event services available these days- we have the ability to set up a great picnic anywhere. We have set up company picnics in all kinds of locations, ranging from loading docks, trucking yards, parking lots, office parks, vacant fields and even in the bosses back yard! We have the ability to transform any regular old place into an visually exciting, happening, and, fun company picnic playground!

2) Cook Park, Tigard, OR – Cook Park in Tigard, Oregon is a great place for company picnics. There are several shelter options available which offer different solutions for different sized crowds. The park is conveniently located for SW Portland area companies, and offers a number of great bonuses to any company picnic planner!

3) Wilsonville Memorial Park – One of the more popular venues, and one of our favorites is Wilsonville Memorial park in Wilsonville, OR. The river shelter is a great location for any company picnic event for a smaller organization hasting a picnic for around 200-250 guests. It is particularly nice because the shelter is private, nestled in its own little cove- so that your picnic is a more intimate event.

4) Ambridge Events Center – This is a great place for any event- but the company picnic grounds is a wonderful location for a higher class company picnic. The venue is often used for weddings and other corporate meetings, but when it comes to company picnics- the Ambridge events center is a venue which you can count on for excellent reliable quality.

5) Sellwood Park – For people planning picnics in the SE Portland area, Sellwood park has proven to us on many occasions to be a great company picnic location. The venue is well treed, and the grounds are kept up fairly well- however parking can be difficult. But for most people who reside in the Sellwood are, they are used to a small walk from the car to get to where they need to be.

6) Willamette Park – Across the river from Sellwood park, Willamette park is a wonderful location for a company picnic. It is a great location for any company picnic planners looking for a venue in the Portland, Oregon area. We have hosted many successful company picnics at Willamette park, a convenient park with a fair amount of parking!

7) Pearson Air Field – Up across the Columbia River, Pearson air field is a hugely successful location to host any company picnic. The venue rental is also available with the Pearson air museum to add an interesting education element to your company picnic. This is an excellent venue for just about any crowd, as it is an airfield- so there is plenty of space to spread out for larger crowds!

8) Washington County Fairgrounds – Any fairgrounds you can find is typically a great place for a company picnic- especially one of size. Fair grounds are set up for handling large amounts of people, parking, and often have a tremendous amount of amenities available, which can sometimes prove to save you in costs as far as tent rentals, power, portable sanitation, and other needs for events.

9) Rooster Rock Park – Rooster Rock park is absolutely beautiful. While it can be a bit of a drive, if you like gorgeous scenery this is a venue which is ideal for your company picnic. We have hosted several events at this location and have always been very pleased with it.

10) Blue Lake Park – As long as we have served Portland, Blue lake Park has proven to be a popular destination for company picnic planners in Portland. Blue lake is the ideal location for many event planners, and has incredible amenities available which are perfect for any company picnic event. The only trouble is, they know this… and they have created and imposed amusement taxes, catering taxes, and more which can make having your picnic much more expensive if you choose this venue.

Your company picnic will be a great success, regardless of the venue you choose… At Clowns Unlimited, we are the premiere provider of company picnic entertainment in the Portland and Vancouver Metropolitan area. We will help you to arrange any venue, entertainment, catering and some great company picnic games- and with us at the help, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the company picnic.

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Holiday Party Planning Guide

November 13th, 2009

When it comes to planning a holiday party, there are several things you want to take into consider- as there are with any event you may find yourself planning…

The number one thing you want to know as an event planner is “WHY.”

Why are you having your holiday event?

A holiday event can be held for all kinds of reason- but there needs to be a specific reason and goal in order to properly plan and implement an event. A planner of the company holiday party may decide the events goal is to give back to the staff which has built thier organizations success. A person planning a holiday party for a non profit may be doing so as a fundraiser, or as a way to generate interest and say thank you to the generous donors who have supported the foundation. People have private holiday parties for all kinds of reasons- to get together with family, to have a good time, to celebrate a new family member, to give thanks to each other. A store or organization may hold a holiday party or celebration to launch new items, or otherwise promote themselves.

Holiday Party – You’ve got the why- Now the “where?”

Deciding where is important- but before you decide this it also pays to figure out WHO you are inviting- because a this will determine a number of things like, how much space you need, your budget, your entertainment, food, necessary party rentals, and more.

The ultimate thing to do when planning a holiday party is to determine your budget. How much do you have to spend on all of the aspects of the event.

After budget is determined it is easier to determine:

Who is invited?
Event Location.
Decor.
Entertainment.
Food Service.
Beverage Service.
Gifts.

And more…

We can help you out with your holiday party- we can provide you with several options that work within any reasonable budget.

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Renting Bounce Houses, Slides, and Inflatable Games

October 22nd, 2009

Bounce Houses are Fun – Rent one Today!

When it comes to planning a party, carnival, festival, picnic, or other event and one is looking to entertain a large group of people- inflatable games, bounce houses and inflatable slides are an excellent solution.

Jumping and bouncing around in a giant bounce house is the perfect way to play. All ages of participants love the “space walk” feeling a bounce house gives you. Many people call these fun inflatable jumping rooms “moonwalks” or “spacewalks” because of this weightless feeling.

Inflatable Games these days come in a variety of themes, shapes, sizes, and even offer a huge assortment of activities. Bounce houses alone offer all kinds of themes and have even morphed into what is called a combo unit. Combo units are bounces which feature jumping areas, climbing areas, inflatable slides, and more all in one rental unit.

Some of the best inflatable bouncers are made in America by American manufacturers. The quality of craftsmanship is what makes a bounce house safe, as well as what keeps a bounce unit looking and working well. Some of the cheaper units (made in china) are only good for limited use. They fall apart after one seasons use, while the American made units can last for years with little to no maintenance.

If you are looking for a bounce house rental in Scottsdale Arizona, use AZ Party Rents. They do a good job! They also rent more than just bounce houses, and have a great online booking feature- where you can rent everything from tables, chairs, tents, canopies, and more for your party or event. They also have a pretty decent selection of inflatable games, interactive games, and other fun attractions.

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Games2U

October 1st, 2009

Presented by Mobile Events Unlimited.

games2u

Games2U makes its debut in the Seattle area with a giant truck and trailer decked out for fun.

Ideal for birthday parties, corporate and community events, and fund raisers!
State-of-the-art video gaming inside and outside of our amazing vehicles!
Outdoor laser tag: like paint ball without the mess!
Human hamster balls: climb inside and have a blast!

Turn boring birthdays into exciting extravaganzas! Turn Fund Raisers into fun-raisers! Turn burnt out employees into reenergized individuals! Treat teams and clients to an awesome experience. Games2U has party formats designed to meet the needs of virtually any event. Although birthday parties are our most popular booking, our Mobile Video Game Theaters and Laser Tag are also perfect for:

* Family Reunions
* School Carnivals
* Church Festivals
* Office Parties
* Sales Promotions
* Team Building
* Graduations
* Unique events and openings

For more information visit them online at www.g2u.com

Posted in Party Planning, Seattle Event Planning


Game Rental Portland

August 25th, 2009

Game rental in Portland, Oregon.

We offer a full selection of games and activities for all types of parties and events to the entire Portland Metro area. (Not limited to, but including: Beaverton, Hillsboro, Yamhill, McMinneville, Newberg, Clackamas, West Linn, Salem, Tigard, Tualatin, Sandy, Troutdale, Lake Oswego, and surrounding areas!)

Party Games for rent –

We rent inflatable games, carnival games, video games, table games, and a variety of other fun party rental options for all kinds of events and celebrations. We work with school carnival planners, grad party planners, company picnic planners, corporate event planners, and private party planners to supply everything needed for a special event.

There is a huge selection of Portland Game Rentals:

INFLATABLE GAMES – Including sumo wrestling, velcro walls, bungee runs, party bouncers, obstacle courses, inflatable joust competitions, giant twister games, and so much more… We literally have hundreds of inflatable games available to Portland area party planners.

Games and ENTERTAINMENT options!
Clowns – Face Painting – Airbrush – Balloon Artists – Picnic Games – Tug o war, relay races, water balloon toss, and more! Magicians, Jugglers, Variety Entertainers, the list goes on and on.

Casino Party Games and Table rentals!
Black Jack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Holdem – you name it we have your casino party needs covered!

We also offer full production Game Shows, and can hire DJs & Bands who can run fun games on stage.

Some other fun PARTY RENTALS and games which are available!
Concessions – Carnival Games – Dunk Tank – Carnival Rides – Mechanical Bull
Rock Wall – Climbing – Trackless Trains – Table – Arcade Games

Let us know what you are planning, and we will be happy to suggest a variety of games and activities which will be great for your special event!

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