Pop-up paintball for parties and events

Parents booking birthday parties, groups of friends, schools and youth groups, workplaces and event organisers.

Per-player or per-group package that includes gear, a referee and a set number of paintballs, plus extra paintballs and travel charges for longer distances.

• Towing and setting up equipment
• Managing and refereeing groups safely
• Customer service and booking management
• Planning and organising event logistics

• Rules on markers differ by state and territory, including transport, storage and where they can be used
• Landowner permission and council rules for each temporary site
• Public liability insurance that covers off-site paintball, plus waivers and parental consent for minors
• Whether staff running youth events need a working with children check
• Towing weight limits and the cost of a suitable vehicle and trailer
• Wind and wet weather can cancel or disrupt events

Startup costs are typically around $15,000 to $45,000, depending on how many markers, inflatable bunkers and air tanks you buy, and the vehicle and trailer you need. These are estimates, so get quotes before buying.

Monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many parties and events you book and your pricing. These are estimates, and costs such as paintballs, fuel and weather cancellations affect what you keep.

Check state and territory rules on transporting, storing and using markers, plus landowner permission and council rules for each site. Also check off-site public liability insurance, waivers, working with children checks for youth events, and towing weight limits.