The Dunk Tank is the classic carnival game where players throw balls at a target to drop the person sitting above a full tank of water. Dunk tank hire from Jump About starts at $900 for 4 hours, with additional hours at $200 each.
Setup and pack down are in the hire price. Delivery is a separate fee selected by suburb at checkout. We service the Central Coast, Newcastle, and Hunter Valley.
About the Dunk Tank
The Dunk Tank turns any event into a spectacle. A person sits on a collapsible seat above a tank filled with water. Players take turns throwing balls at a target mounted on the side. Hit the target and the seat drops, sending the person straight into the water. It is one of the most crowd-pleasing interactive games available for hire, and it works for school fetes, birthday parties, corporate days, and fundraisers alike.
The Dunk Tank is a warm-weather favourite, with bookings peaking from October through March. School fete season in Terms 1 and 4 drives strong demand, as does the corporate end-of-year party window in November and December. The game also draws crowds at charity fundraisers, Australia Day celebrations, and community festivals. It works best outdoors where water spillage is not a problem, with a flat area and access to a water supply nearby.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 4m x 4m |
| Space required (with clearance) | 6m x 6m minimum |
| Age range | 12 years to adult |
| Setup surface | Flat outdoor area. Grass preferred. Concrete or paved surfaces also work well where water can drain away. |
| Water supply | Garden hose and tap access required to fill the tank |
The 4m x 4m footprint fits on a school oval, a backyard with space to spare, or a community hall forecourt. You need at least 6m x 6m of clear flat ground to give the tank enough room and a throwing line for players. Leave extra room behind the throwing line for spectators. Grass works best because it handles the water that spills during the game, but concrete or paving is fine where water can drain away.
Dunk tank hire pricing
| Hire option | Price |
|---|---|
| First 4 hours | $900 |
| Each additional hour | $200 per hour |
What is included in every hire
- The Dunk Tank unit (collapsible seat, target mechanism, and tank)
- Throwing balls for players
- Full professional setup and safety check on arrival
- Pack down and collection at the end of the hire
- Public liability insurance for every hire
Setup and pack down are in the hire price. Your delivery fee is added at checkout based on your suburb. If you want a water game at a lower price point, the Beat the Bucket is available from $400 for 4 hours and gives you a similar crowd reaction with a bucket format instead of a full tank.
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Delivery and setup
Our team delivers the Dunk Tank, gets it in position, fills the tank, and completes a safety check before your guests arrive. At the end of the hire window, we drain, pack down, and collect. Setup and pack down are in the hire price.
You will need a flat outdoor area of at least 6m x 6m, a garden hose and tap to fill the tank, and a surface that handles water spillage. Position the tank away from anything you want to keep dry.
We deliver the Dunk Tank to more than 340 suburbs across the Central Coast, Newcastle, and Hunter Valley, including Gosford, Terrigal, Erina, Tuggerah, Cessnock, and Maitland. Delivery is a separate fee chosen by suburb at checkout. Pick your suburb to see the exact fee before you pay.
Why the Dunk Tank hire is a crowd favourite
There is nothing quite like watching someone fall into a tank of water, and the crowd reaction keeps energy high for the whole event. The Dunk Tank is the classic school fete game for a reason: charge $2 per throw, put the principal on the seat, and you have a fundraiser running itself. It is equally at home at corporate team building days (dunk the boss), bucks and hens parties, and community festivals where you need a centrepiece game that draws a crowd.
The Dunk Tank works best as part of a games zone. For large events, combine it with the Wipe Out Inflatable hire or add the Bucking Bull hire to give guests two high-energy games to rotate through. Browse the full games and entertainment range to build out a full event lineup.
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Safety and insurance
We check every hire before delivery. The seat mechanism and target are tested before we load up. Jump About carries public liability insurance for every hire. Participants should be supervised by an adult at all times. The person on the seat should be comfortable in water. Keep spectators clear of the throwing area during play. Remove any pointed objects or hard debris from the setup area. In strong winds or severe weather, we will contact you to reschedule.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to hire a dunk tank on the Central Coast?
Jump About's Dunk Tank hire starts at $900 for 4 hours. Each additional hour is $200. Setup and pack down are in the hire price. Your delivery fee is selected by suburb at checkout. The Beat the Bucket is available from $400 for 4 hours if you want a budget-friendly water game.
How does a dunk tank work?
A person sits on a collapsible seat above a tank of water. Players take turns throwing balls at a target mounted on the side of the tank. Hit the target and the seat collapses, dropping the person into the water. It is a classic carnival game that gets a big crowd reaction at every event it goes to.
What space do I need for a dunk tank?
The Dunk Tank measures 4m x 4m. We recommend at least 6m x 6m of flat outdoor space to give room for a throwing line and spectators. You will also need access to a garden hose and tap to fill the tank before the event. Grass or any hard surface that can handle water spillage works well.
What events is the dunk tank best suited to?
The Dunk Tank is popular at school fetes and fundraisers, corporate team building days, birthday parties for older kids and teens, community festivals, Australia Day events, and bucks and hens parties. It is a centrepiece game that draws a crowd and keeps guests entertained throughout the event.
Do you deliver the dunk tank to my area?
Jump About delivers to more than 340 suburbs across the Central Coast, Newcastle, and Hunter Valley. Pick your suburb at checkout to see your delivery fee. Get in touch if your suburb is not listed and we will check what we can do.
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