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We also have jumpers, moonwalks, bouncers, inflatables, jumping jacks, funhouses,
bounce houses, hey...you call them whatever you want. We call them, fun...And so will
the kids!
Each game can usually be played in a matter of 30 seconds or less and most games
normally only have a 1 in 5 winner.  Using this theory we have devised the following
formula so you may determine the amount of consolation prizes you may need and
the number of winning prizes you may need.  This formula generally leaves extra's
just in case you need them so you do not run out.

Step 1, Count the total number of games you are using.

Step 2, Multiply this number by 2.

Step 3, Multiply that number by the amount of minutes your event will last. 1 hour
is 60, 2 hours is 120, etc..

This gives you the amount of consolation prizes you will need, plus extra's.

Here's an easy example.  You rent 5 games, times 2 and that equals 10.  You have
a 2 hour event (120 minutes) so 10 X 120 = 1,200 consolation prizes.

Now that you have the consolation prizes figured out, you need the number of
winning prizes.  Since that is 1 out of 5, that means 20 percent.

Take the number of consolation prizes you need, multiply that by .20 and that is
the number of winning prizes you will need. 1200 X .20 = 240 winning prizes.
1.  Consolation prizes should be small and should cost no more than 5 or 6 cents
apiece.  this way if you only charge a quarter a game, you still raise money for your
event.  

2.  Winning prizes should not cost more than what you charge for the game.  So if you
only charge a quarter, the winning prize should not cost more than a quarter.

3.  Use large, bulk containers of candies as consolation prizes.  Suckers, gum,
individually wrapped licorice sticks, tootsie rolls, etc..

4.  Buy inflatable prizes for winners, they appear larger and people like getting more
prize for their money.

5.  Consider offering small "loot" bags for people to keep their consolation prizes in.

6.  If you are running low on prizes, move them to another popular game and close
that game down.  This helps keep people crowded around the games that have prizes
left.

7.  Some people choose to offer tokens which may be redeemed at a prize table.  In
this case, make sure tokens have a value of about 1/5th of what the games cost to
play so you keep your profits up.

8.  Have your volunteers work as barkers!  Yes, you know, the good old fashioned
carnival game callers who taunt and tease the players.  "Hey there fella, bet ya can't
get knock these bottles down".  "Lets see if you can throw a winner".  It all adds to
the fun of the event.
Its always hard to figure out how many prizes you need for most events and we have a simple solution
to help you figure out exactly what you should buy in order to make your event a success!  Plus a few
tips to make it even more fun!  It's often difficult to figure out how many prizes you may need for
your event.  Below you'll find a simple formula to help you determine how many you need to make your
event a success...We strongly suggest purchasing prizes directly in order to avoid added charges we
incur for handling, etc.  Prizes may be purchased from www.smalltoys.com
Prizes Formula
Prizes Tips
Prizes