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Fish Bowl Game Rental

$100.00

This vintage carnival game is a favorite for both young and old. Place four fish bowls on each shelf, then choose which of the two ways you would like to play: 1. Leave the bowls empty, then allow the player to try and throw the ping pong ball in one of the bowls. 2. Place water in the bowls, and then have the player throw the ball in a bowl to score. (For extra fun, use food coloring to “tint” the water.) Game comes with 5 ping pong balls. There are four shelves total, 16 bowls in all. The game stands 2’ High x 2’ Wide x 3’ Deep.

Delivery, set-up, cleaning, pick-up and gas fee will apply!

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This vintage carnival game is a favorite for both young and old. Place four fish bowls on each shelf, then choose which of the two ways you would like to play: 1. Leave the bowls empty, then allow the player to try and throw the ping pong ball in one of the bowls. 2. Place water in the bowls, and then have the player throw the ball in a bowl to score. (For extra fun, use food coloring to “tint” the water.) Game comes with 5 ping pong balls. There are four shelves total, 16 bowls in all. The game stands 2’ High x 2’ Wide x 3’ Deep.

Delivery, set-up, cleaning, pick-up and gas fee will apply!

How To Play

Fish Bowl Toss

Game Contents

  • 16 Fish bowls
  • 5 Ping pong balls
  • 4-tier display stand (2’ H x 2’ W x 3’ D)

Setup Instructions

  1. Place the game stand on a level surface
  2. Arrange 4 fish bowls evenly on each of the 4 shelves
  3. Choose your preferred game style (see Game Variations below)

Game Variations

Classic Play (Dry Bowls)

  • Keep all fish bowls empty
  • Players attempt to toss ping pong balls into the bowls
  • More challenging, great for skilled players
  • No cleanup required

Water Challenge

  • Fill each bowl partially with water
  • For added fun, use food coloring to create colorful targets
  • Balls that land in water-filled bowls make a satisfying splash
  • More forgiving for younger players

Scoring Suggestions

  • Award points based on bowl position:
    • Top shelf: 100 points
    • Third shelf: 75 points
    • Second shelf: 50 points
    • Bottom shelf: 25 points
  • First player to reach 500 points wins
  • Alternative: Give each player 5 balls and highest total score wins

Safety & Care

  • Adult supervision recommended for water variation
  • Keep playing area clear of obstacles
  • Empty and dry bowls after water play
  • Store game components in a dry location

Rental Information

  • Delivery and pickup service available
  • Professional setup included
  • Cleaning fee applies
  • Fuel surcharge for delivery/pickup
  • Contact us for pricing and availability

Note: Please ensure adequate space (2’ H x 2’ W x 3’ D) for game setup

Rules

Fish Bowl Toss – Official Rules

General Rules

  1. All players must stand behind the designated throwing line
  2. Players must not touch or move the bowls during gameplay
  3. Each player gets 5 balls per round
  4. Balls must be tossed one at a time
  5. A throw counts only if the ball remains in the bowl (no bouncing out)

Gameplay Rules

Standard Game

  • Players take turns throwing all 5 balls
  • Points are awarded only for balls that stay in bowls
  • If a ball bounces from one bowl to another, points are awarded for the final resting place
  • In case of a tie, each player gets one additional throw

Tournament Style

  • Minimum 4 players required
  • Players compete in rounds
  • Top 2 scores from each round advance
  • Final round determines the winner

Scoring Rules

Point System

  • Top shelf bowls: 100 points each
  • Third shelf bowls: 75 points each
  • Second shelf bowls: 50 points each
  • Bottom shelf bowls: 25 points each

Bonus Points

  • Landing balls in consecutive bowls: +50 points
  • Landing all 5 balls: +100 points
  • Landing balls in same-color water (if using): +25 points

Safety Rules

  1. No running or horseplay around the game
  2. Only one player throws at a time
  3. Wait for all balls to stop moving before collecting them
  4. Do not throw balls at people or objects other than bowls
  5. Adult supervision required for children under 12

Equipment Rules

  1. Use only provided ping pong balls
  2. Do not move or adjust bowls during play
  3. Report any damaged equipment to staff
  4. No food or drinks near the game area
  5. For water variation:
    • Water level must be maintained at 2 inches below bowl rim
    • Report any spills immediately
    • No adding or removing water without staff permission

Conduct Rules

  1. Practice good sportsmanship
  2. Follow staff instructions at all times
  3. No arguing with judges or staff
  4. Keep playing area clear of spectators
  5. Clean up any personal items after play

Rental Rules

  1. Handle equipment with care
  2. Report any damage immediately
  3. Do not attempt to repair equipment
  4. Follow setup/takedown instructions
  5. Respect rental time limits

Note: Management reserves the right to modify rules or discontinue play for safety reasons.

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