Outdoor parties are great when the weather behaves. Toddlers, however, are not especially interested in forecasts, sun exposure or whether the grass has suddenly become damp. Our Soft Play and Marquee Package is designed for exactly that problem: it creates a dedicated sheltered play area where younger children can stay occupied without the whole event depending on perfect conditions.
Rather than treating the marquee as an optional extra, this package uses it as part of the play layout itself. The Soft Play Hire sits within a covered area, helping create a clear toddler zone that feels separate from the busier parts of the event.
A Defined Play Space Makes Outdoor Events Easier to Manage
At larger family gatherings, younger children can easily end up moving between seating areas, food tables and older children's activities. A dedicated soft play area helps give them somewhere obvious to return to.
The marquee provides a practical boundary around the toddler zone, making it easier for parents and carers to keep an eye on play while the rest of the event continues around them.
That can be particularly useful at weddings, community events and family celebrations where adults are moving between different parts of the venue rather than sitting in one place for the entire day.
Soft Play Gives Toddlers Something Suited to Their Stage
The soft play equipment is designed for younger children who may not yet be ready for larger inflatables. Colourful shapes, mats and interactive pieces encourage crawling, climbing, stacking and imaginative play at a gentler pace.
This means babies and toddlers can have their own activity area while older brothers, sisters and cousins use the Bouncy Castles, Obstacle Courses or Inflatable Slides elsewhere at the event.
The Marquee Does More Than Keep the Rain Off
Weather protection is important, but the marquee also improves the layout of the event.
It provides shade during brighter weather, creates a recognisable toddler area and gives the soft play a more contained setting than simply placing the equipment in an open part of the garden or field.
For organisers, that can make the whole site feel more structured. The toddler zone has its own place, the larger inflatables have theirs, and seating or refreshments can be positioned separately.
Ideal for Events Where Several Age Groups Are Attending
This package works particularly well at occasions where the guest list includes both very young children and older ones.
Popular uses include:
- weddings with young families attending;
- first birthdays and toddler parties;
- christenings and family gatherings;
- community fun days;
- church events;
- school or nursery celebrations;
- summer garden parties;
- larger family occasions.
Instead of asking toddlers to share the same attractions as older children, the package gives them a separate space built around the way they actually play.
Useful for Weddings and Longer Family Events
Weddings and full-day family celebrations can be demanding for younger children because there are long stretches where adults are eating, talking or taking photographs.
A sheltered soft play area gives toddlers somewhere appropriate to spend time without needing constant organised activities. Parents can supervise from nearby while still remaining part of the wider occasion.
For events like these, the package is less about creating a single high-energy attraction and more about giving younger guests a comfortable place to return to throughout the day.
Pair It With Larger Attractions for Older Guests
The package can work on its own for toddler-focused parties, but it also fits neatly into a larger Event Hire setup.
If older children are attending, you can position a bouncy castle or other inflatable nearby while keeping the soft play area distinct. That creates two age-appropriate zones without making the event feel disjointed.
For bigger public or community events, additional attractions can be selected separately depending on available space and guest numbers.
Planning the Layout Before the Event
Because the package combines a marquee with soft play, it is worth thinking about where it will sit within the wider venue.
A level area with straightforward access is preferable, and you'll want enough space around the setup for adults to supervise comfortably. It also helps to keep the toddler zone away from vehicle access, food preparation areas and the busiest routes through the event.
If you're unsure where best to position the package, tell us about the venue and we'll help you think through the practical setup.
Professional Delivery and Setup
Our team handles delivery, assembly and collection. The marquee is installed as part of the package, while the soft play equipment is laid out inside to create a practical play area.
Soft play pieces and mats are cleaned before hire and checked as part of our normal preparation process. We aim to have everything ready before your guests begin arriving so you can concentrate on the rest of the event.
Soft Play and Marquee Hire in Your Local Area
We provide the Soft Play and Marquee Package in Banbridge, Craigavon, Dromore, Lurgan, Moira and Waringstown, with further delivery available in Co Armagh and Co Down.
If you're organising an outdoor event and need something specifically for babies and toddlers, this package provides a straightforward way to give them their own sheltered activity area.
Book the Soft Play and Marquee Package
Call 07595 846680 to discuss your event date, venue and space, or send us your requirements through the Contact Us page.