moderate
3–4 hours
Participants should be in moderate physical condition, able to walk or hike uneven terrain for several hours and participate actively in outdoor challenges.
Discover the Bigger Kid Session in Fort Washington, Maryland—a dynamic outdoor adventure designed for older children and teens. Learn why this session offers an exciting, supervised way for youth to build skills and connect with nature near Washington D.C.
All Ages 15 & Younger + Participating Parents/Carers
Join the ultimate inflatable adventure at the Bigger Kids Session, designed for ages 8-15! Experience the World’s Biggest Bounce House, tackle America’s Largest Obstacle Course, dive into OctoBlast, and compete in Sport Slam. With unlimited access to thrilling attractions, it’s a day of unforgettable fun for the whole family!
Open to all kids aged 15 and under, but geared towards an 8-15 year old audience the Bigger Kids Session is action packed from the first bounce. Entry is free for parents/carers who are only spectating, only those planning to bounce on any of the inflatables are required to pay.
Includes:
!Map
Welcome to the biggest, craziest and most awesome inflatable touring event in the world! We’re inviting YOU to join us and spend some quality time with family and friends in our magical, candy-colored wonderland.
!Worlds Biggest Bounce House
The World’s Biggest Bounce House (dedicated time slot) We’ve got basketball hoops for those big-air slam-dunks, climbing towers that reach to the sky, a giant slide that takes you outside the main structure and lands you into a ball-pit, live DJs, confetti blasts, bubbles (lots of bubbles!) crazy dancing and even crazier competitions. Go big or go home, right?
!The Giant
The Giant (unlimited access) Calling all aspiring Ninja Warriors! At 900 ft long (three times as long as the average soccer field) and featuring over 50 unique obstacles, welcome to America’s Biggest Inflatable Obstacle Course. See who can make it across the famous giant red balls, who can crawl through the rainbow spirals and who can navigate the zone of inflatable giants in the fastest time? Have you got what it takes to slay The Giant?
!OctoBlast
OctoBlast (unlimited access) Dive into an unforgettable deep-sea adventure like no other! Bounce into Octoblast and immerse yourself in a world of colorful ocean characters, towering octopus tentacles, and dazzling special effects. Take the plunge for endless waves of excitement and fun!
!Sport Slam
Sport Slam (unlimited access) Sport Slam brings a whole new dimension to an already action-packed day out. A customized sports arena filled with balls of every size and type you could imagine for dodgeball, basketball, soccer and many other bouncy challenges! There’s also special zones for climbing and a ‘battle zone’ where you can compete against your family and friends. Get your game on with Sport Slam!
!AirSpace
AirSPACE (unlimited access) An immersive, intergalactic themed attraction filled with friendly aliens, spaceships, giant planets and moon crater ball pits! For an experience that is literally out of this world, there’s nothing quite like exploring our highly interactive Martian landscape. Are you ready to bounce around and get lost in airSPACE?
So drop the cellphones, step away from the TV and grab the kids for an action packed day out that the whole family can enjoy. This event will sell out so grab those tickets before they sell out and get ready to make memories that last a lifetime.
Sneakers Off, Party On!
Who Can Bounce?? Any children aged 15 & under Any parents/carers attending with their children that have purchased a 'parent/carer' ticket.
Who Can't Bounce?? Children aged 3 & under who are not accompanied by a paying parent/carer (16+) with their own ticket Adults (16+) who are not accompanying children. Anyone without a ticket.
Special Rules?? Attendees must wear socks at all times. Every attendee, both adults and children, requires a paid ticket to bounce on the inflatables.
For answers to other commonly asked questions please check FAQ
Bring a refillable water bottle and drink regularly, especially on warmer days to maintain energy levels.
Prepare for changing weather by layering your clothing, which helps regulate body temperature during activities.
Choose sturdy, closed-toe footwear to protect feet and improve traction on trails and natural terrain.
Listen closely to the session leaders for safety instructions and skill demonstrations to ensure a safe and fun experience.
Fort Washington played a key role in coastal defense throughout American history and now preserves open green space near the nation’s capital.
Local programs emphasize minimal impact practices to protect trails and wildlife habitats during all activities in the area.
Provides foot protection and support during trail and outdoor activities.
Keeps participants hydrated throughout the session.
Ensures comfort and protection from the elements, including layers for variable weather.
Includes sunscreen and a hat to guard against UV rays during outdoor exposure.
summer specific