Council & Local Authority Event Hire

Council & Local Authority Event Hire

G Force Amusements specialise in delivering council and local authority event hire for public events, festivals, seasonal programmes and community initiatives throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. We work closely with councils and event officers to supply safe, reliable and professionally managed attractions that engage residents of all ages.

From town-centre celebrations and summer fun days to large seasonal programmes such as Halloween and Christmas events, we provide rides, inflatables, games, stages, food stalls and full event infrastructure, all supported by experienced crews and clear documentation.

Public Events and Community Programmes

Councils and local authorities host a wide range of public-facing events, often with diverse audiences, high footfall and complex site requirements. Our event hire services are designed to work effectively in town centres, parks, seafronts, green spaces and civic venues.

We regularly support:

  • Community fun days and family events
  • Summer festivals and cultural celebrations
  • Town-centre activations and footfall events
  • Halloween programmes and trails
  • Christmas light switch-ons and festive villages
  • Tourism and destination events
  • Sports and recreation initiatives

Attractions Suitable for Council Events

Our extensive range of attractions allows councils to build balanced event layouts with clear zones for families, children, teenagers and adults. Attractions can be supplied individually or combined into a fully managed package.

Funfair Rides for Public Events

Our funfair rides are widely used at council-run events to create a strong focal point and increase dwell time. Popular options include:

Inflatables and Activity Zones

Inflatables are commonly used by councils to create free-to-access or ticketed activity zones. Our inflatable hire range includes options for all age groups, from bouncy castles to large competitive attractions.

These are particularly effective for school-holiday programmes, park-based events and youth engagement initiatives.

Games, Side Stalls and Interactive Attractions

Games and side stalls help spread crowds and provide additional engagement opportunities. We regularly supply attractions such as the Kentucky Derby Racer, Racing Reindeers, arcade games and sports games.

Stages, Programming and Live Entertainment

Many council events include live entertainment, performances, speeches or scheduled programming. Our Stage Truck NI provides a fast-deploying, professional stage solution suitable for town centres, parks and civic spaces.

Stage hire can be supported with PA, power and infrastructure, allowing councils to deliver structured programmes without coordinating multiple suppliers.

Event Food and Catering for Public Events

Food provision is an important part of council-run events, particularly those with longer opening hours. We supply a wide range of event food options including Candy Floss, Popcorn, Dinky Donuts and Toast Your Own Marshmallows.

For larger events, we can also provide outside catering to support higher footfall and extended trading periods.

Safety, Compliance and Risk Management

We understand the importance of safety, compliance and accountability when working with councils and local authorities. All equipment is supplied with appropriate documentation, and our team works proactively with event officers and safety advisory groups.

  • ADIPS certification for applicable rides
  • Public liability insurance
  • Risk assessments and method statements
  • Experienced operators and supervisors
  • Clear site layouts and operational procedures

Further details can be found on our Health & Safety page.

Supporting Councils in NI and ROI

We work with councils and local authorities across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, including events in Belfast, Derry / Londonderry, Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kildare and Donegal.

A full overview of our service areas is available on our Areas We Work page.

Why Councils Choose G Force Amusements

  • Extensive experience delivering public and civic events
  • Wide range of attractions suitable for mixed-age audiences
  • Strong focus on safety, documentation and compliance
  • Ability to act as a single supplier for complex events
  • Professional, reliable crews with public-event experience

Discuss Your Council Event

If you are planning a council or local authority event, our team would be happy to discuss your requirements and provide practical guidance on layouts, attractions and logistics.

To start a conversation, visit our Contact Us page or explore recent public events in our Gallery.