Carnival & Amusement Ride Rentals in Houston, TX
Planning a carnival, school festival, or community celebration in Houston? Special Events Houston brings the whole midway to you. We're a veteran-owned company with one of the largest carnival and amusement-ride inventories in the area, headlined by our 43-foot Ferris wheel and including carousels, the Tilt-a-Whirl, swing rides, super slides, and carnival games, and we deliver, set up, operate, and tear it all down across Houston. NRG Park-scale events, Houston-area school carnivals, church festivals, corporate field days in the Energy Corridor, and community days citywide — that is why the who's who of Texas events trust us to run the whole show. $1M insured, Texas safety-inspected, generator included. Call (713) 261-8460.
Affordable Carnival Ride Rentals in Houston
Special Events Houston Is Your Trusted Partner for Carnival Rides in Houston, TX
When Houston schools, churches, HOAs, and corporate teams need carnival rides they can count on, they call Special Events Houston. As a veteran-owned company that owns and operates its own rides, we treat every Houston event the same — campus carnival, 500-person church festival, or corporate field day in the Energy Corridor — as our most important. We drive every delivery ourselves and handle setup, operation, and takedown so your event runs without a hitch.
NRG Park-area events, Discovery Green gatherings, and neighborhood festivals citywide — we match any occasion with our 43-foot Ferris wheel, carousels, the Tilt-a-Whirl, swing rides, trackless trains, super slides, and carnival games — all backed by a perfect ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google rating. $1M insured and Texas (TDI) safety-inspected; COI available on request.
Why Houston Event Planners Trust Special Events Houston
Veteran-Owned & Operated
A local business built on service, discipline, and doing the job right, starting with the first call through teardown in Houston.
$1M Insured & Texas Safety-Inspected
Every ride carries $1M liability coverage and passes annual Texas Department of Insurance safety inspections. COI available on request; just ask when you call (713) 261-8460.
We Own & Operate Our Rides
Real rides like our 43-foot Ferris wheel, maintained in-house and run by our own trained crew. No brokering, no third parties.
Delivery, Setup, Operation & Takedown Included
Turnkey service across Houston, generator included. No power to arrange and nothing for you to haul.
Clean, Maintained Equipment
Every ride is inspected and cleaned before it reaches your Houston event.
On-Time Delivery, Every Time
Efficient scheduling and real-time communication across the full booking and event cycle.
One-Stop Shop for the Whole Event
Rides, carnival games, performers, and concessions through one veteran-owned team. One call instead of five.
Corporate & School Carnival Ride Rentals in Houston
⭐ Ferris Wheel Rental in Houston, TX — The 43-Foot Showstopper
Our 43-foot Ferris wheel is the centerpiece that makes a Houston event feel like a real fair. It features 12 enclosed gondolas, includes its own generator, and is ideal for school carnivals, church festivals, corporate field days, and community celebrations.
Book a Ferris Wheel⭐ Carousel & Merry-Go-Round Rentals in Houston, TX
A carousel brings timeless charm to any Houston carnival. Perfect for school events, church festivals, grand openings, and community celebrations, all delivered and operated by our experienced crew.
Book a Carousel⭐ Tilt-a-Whirl Rentals in Houston, TX
Add classic midway excitement to your event with the Tilt-a-Whirl. A favorite at festivals, school carnivals, and corporate fun days, complete with delivery, setup, and trained operators.
Book a Tilt-a-Whirl⭐ Swing Ride Rentals in Houston, TX
Our swing rides are crowd favorites that keep guests entertained throughout the day. Great for fairs, festivals, and community events across the Houston area.
Book a Swing Ride⭐ Trackless Train Rentals in Houston, TX
Perfect for kids and families, our trackless trains travel through parking lots, fields, and indoor venues, making them ideal for community events, grand openings, and holiday celebrations.
Book a Trackless Train⭐ Super Slide & Inflatable Slide Rentals in Houston, TX
Bring carnival-scale fun to your next event with our giant super slides. A towering attraction that keeps children lining up all day at festivals, field days, and community celebrations.
Book a Super SlideCarnival Rides for Every Occasion in Houston, TX
School Carnivals & Field Days
Houston-area campuses; rides, games, and slides that anchor fundraisers.
Church & Community Festivals
Ferris wheel and carousel centerpieces that draw the whole neighborhood.
Corporate Events & Field Days
Full midways for employee appreciation in and around Houston.
Grand Openings & Promotions
High-visibility rides that pull crowds off the street.
Fairs & Festivals
Multi-ride midways with games and concessions through one vendor.
HOA & Neighborhood Days
Master-planned community events across the Houston area.
Weddings, Quinceañeras & Milestones
A lit Ferris wheel as the unforgettable photo moment.
Graduation & Grad Parties
Rides and games for end-of-year celebrations.
Fundraisers
Carnival packages that turn turnout into revenue.
Backyard Birthdays
Kiddie rides and bounce houses for smaller celebrations.
One Vendor for the Whole Houston Carnival
Beyond rides, we round out your Houston carnival with games, performers, concessions, bounce houses, and décor — all delivered and set up by one accountable, veteran-owned team.
Plan Your Houston Carnival — Step-by-Step
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Book
Reserve your Houston event date and confirm space, power, and layout requirements.
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We Deliver
Our crew delivers, sets up, and operates your carnival rides on schedule.
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Enjoy & Cleanup
You enjoy the event while we handle takedown and removal afterward.
Our Houston-Area Service Area
Houston
Sugar Land
Katy
Spring
The Woodlands
Richmond
Missouri City
Pearland
League City
Channelview
Kingwood
All Areas in Between
If your project site is outside our normal service area, just let us know! We do deliver even farther out, and special accommodations can usually be made to suit your project.
NOTE: Extra fees may vary depending on how far you are outside our service area.
Carnival Ride Rentals in Houston Neighborhoods & Areas
Energy Corridor
The Heights
Memorial
Midtown
Museum District
Galleria / Uptown
Clear Lake
Spring Branch
Sugar Land / Fort Bend Edge
Kingwood
FAQs About Carnival Ride Rentals in Houston, TX
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What carnival rides can I rent in Houston, TX?
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Special Events Houston offers a full lineup in Houston — a 43-foot Ferris wheel, carousels, the Tilt-a-Whirl, swing rides, a mini roller coaster, trackless trains, super slides, kiddie rides, plus carnival games and bounce houses — all through one veteran-owned vendor. We deliver, set up, operate, and tear everything down. Call (713) 261-8460.
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How much does it cost to rent a Ferris wheel or carnival ride in Houston?
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Pricing depends on the rides you choose, because every event is different in size and length. Our large 43-foot Ferris wheel is $9,750, which includes delivery, setup, operation, takedown, and the generator. Smaller rides and full carnival packages are also available. Call (713) 261-8460 for a fast, specific quote.
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Do you deliver carnival rides throughout Houston?
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Yes. We're a Houston-based, veteran-owned company and we deliver carnival and amusement rides across the entire metro, across the Energy Corridor, Clear Lake, and everywhere between. We drive every delivery ourselves and handle setup and operation. Call (713) 261-8460.
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Are your carnival rides insured and inspected?
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Yes, and it matters, because Texas requires it. Our rides carry $1M liability insurance and pass annual Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) safety inspections, and we provide a certificate of insurance on request for schools, churches, and venues. That is why event planners across Houston trust us.
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Can you run a full school carnival in Houston?
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Absolutely — school carnivals are one of our specialties. We supply the rides, games, and performers and coordinate delivery and setup around your campus schedule, so your team can focus on the event. Call (713) 261-8460.
What Our Houston Clients Say
Reserve Your Houston Carnival Rides Today
Ready to make your Houston event unforgettable? Special Events Houston is the veteran-owned, one-stop source for carnival and amusement ride rentals — Ferris wheel, carousels, Tilt-a-Whirl, swing rides, trackless trains, super slides, and games, with delivery, setup, operation, and takedown always included. $1M insured, Texas safety-inspected. Call (713) 261-8460 or book at specialeventshouston.com.