Is this just for kids? What kinds of events work?
We take all sorts of events. Little kids, teens, university students, company teams, senior centers, AANR-friendly events, sensory-aware setups for autistic kids, and everyone in between can enjoy the foam. Birthdays, bar mitzvahs, field days, camps, fundraisers, school rewards, block parties, corporate picnics, private parties, and gatherings that have made the tragic decision to be dry are all fair game. We plan the setup around the crowd. Bold, strange, oddly specific, we have heard it all. Challenge us. We are next to SF, after all.
Can you support autistic kids or sensory-aware events?
Yes. The foam cannon we use is recognized as an IBCCES Certified Autism Resource. Bay Foamers Co is not a therapy provider, but we can adapt the setup for sensory-aware events, including gentler starts, clearer boundaries, predictable timing, and lower-chaos crowd flow.
Can you do schools or city events?
Yes. We can plan around preschools, K-12 campuses, camps, universities, parks, and city rules. Share insurance requirements, access windows, and expected guest count so we can quote the right setup.
What if our school, PTA, HOA, or venue insurance excludes foam parties?
Tell us early. We can provide a certificate of insurance for your records. For many one-off events, our policy can add the school, PTA, venue, city, or district as an additional insured for a small fee, which may cover requirements your regular policy does not. Email us or note it in the special instructions so we can coordinate the certificate details with you.
Can you set up indoors?
Sometimes. Indoor foam needs a suitable floor, enough ceiling height, ventilation, drainage or a venue plan for what happens afterward, and an event owner who understands that foam does not read lease agreements.
How far do you travel?
We are Redwood City based and focus on most of the Peninsula and nearby Bay Area stops within about 30 miles. Just outside the zone is not impossible; it may just need a travel fee and a traffic pep talk.
Which towns do you cover?
We bring foam parties to Redwood City, North Fair Oaks, San Carlos, Atherton, Belmont, Redwood Shores, Menlo Park, Woodside, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Stanford, Palo Alto, Portola Valley, San Mateo, Los Altos Hills, Los Altos, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Mountain View, Newark, and Millbrae. We have not been shy about driving farther for the right event, including Santa Cruz or Cull Canyon, with travel fees quoted case by case.
How long does setup take?
Typically plan for 30 minutes before the event and 30 minutes after for packing gear. Access can change that, so we ask for a clean arrival path before the foam cannon gets dragged through a maze of folding chairs.
What about weather?
Light weather may be fine, but heavy rain, strong wind, lightning, or unsafe cold can ruin the party in an official safety-document kind of way. We offer free rescheduling options for bad weather and talk through them before anyone sulks at the sky.
What should guests wear?
Towels and goggles are smart. Swimwear, quick-dry clothes, or whatever guests want to wear (or not wear) can work. Shoes are optional; if guests wear them, grip is better than no grip.
How much space is needed?
A foam zone around 30' by 15' or 20' by 20' is recommended. It should be clear of hazards: no pool or open water nearby that guests can fall into, no pets, no holes, no traps, no traffic, and no cars, decorations, or valuables in foam range. Grass, cement, asphalt, turf, gym floors, patios, and decks can all work if the space is suitable. We make foam piles, not side quests for your insurance agent.
Can kids rotate through in groups? How many at once?
Yes. For larger parties, rotating groups works well. As a rule of thumb, give each group at least 15 to 30 minutes in the foam; shorter turns can feel rushed. In a 60-minute party window, for example, you could run two groups of about 30 kids for roughly 30 minutes each. For more than about 30 participants in the foam at once, we generally recommend two foam cannons so the foam coverage and pacing still feel good.
What do we need on site?
You provide suitable space, water access, power access, and a surface that will not turn into a cartoon slip scene. We confirm the boring logistics before anyone gets dramatically foamed.
How much water will you use?
A typical foam party uses roughly the same amount of water as a 30-minute shower. Actual use varies with package length, water pressure, and how much foam we keep in the play area. In normal Bay Area water-bill terms, the cost is usually small; we still try not to waste water because this is California and the reservoirs are judging us.
Is the foam safe?
Our foam solution is hypoallergenic, biodegradable, non-toxic, not scented, and designed not to stain typical clothes, grass, or outdoor surfaces. Think very mild baby soap, but with better stage presence. It is also not flammable and is not radioactive, if that's what you were wondering. We've been told it is edible, but we could not find any recipe book using it.
Will foam damage my beautiful grass? How hard is cleanup?
Under normal conditions, foam typically dissolves on its own within two hours. Any remaining traces can usually be eliminated with a quick rinse, so cleanup is generally light.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available until 72 hours before the event start. Inside the final 72 hours, if bad weather makes foam unsafe or impractical, we will reschedule to a mutually agreed future date at no additional charge. For other changes or cancellations inside that window, a small fee may apply; the signed agreement controls because the time slot, crew, and equipment have already been reserved.
What happens to the foam afterward?
Foam generally dissolves within 2 hours without leaving traces if left alone. We pack our gear; the foam handles its own exit. The emotional recovery after seeing your serious friend vanish into bubbles may take longer.
What does the package length mean?
Package length means party time, not nonstop cannon blast time. We run the foam in waves, refill the tank as needed, and manage the foam level throughout the event so the space stays fun, safe, and usable instead of turning into one giant bubble wall.
Do parks or rentals need permission?
Usually, yes. Parks, schools, HOAs, clubs, rented venues, and city spaces may require approval, insurance language, or a permit. Send the rules and we will help translate the bureaucratic poetry.
