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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261116T160000
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SUMMARY:MASTER BALLOON CLASS
DESCRIPTION:What you’ll learn:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBALLOON BASICS: Master the fundamentals.\nBALLOON BRANDS & PRICING: Get insights on the best materials.\nINFLATE\, BUILD & INSTALL GARLANDS:Learn essential tips and techniques. ATTACHING TO SURFACES & BACKDROPS:Ensure your designs stay secure.\nSHAPING YOUR GARLANDS: Perfect for those organic looks.\nCHRISTMAS EDITION INSTALLATION:  Only available In this Edition.\nSOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIES: Boost your online presence and grow your business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHands on Projects:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBalloon Design on a Backdrop\nCascading Balloon Garlands\nBalloon Present\nIntricate Christmas Tree Build \n\nCertificate of Completion: Walk away with more than just new skills. Earn a certificate to showcase your expertise! \n•Food and Refreshments  \n•Every Student Takes Home a Goody Bag!  \n•Raffles and Giveaways
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/master-balloon-class
LOCATION:My Wittle Studio\, 8921 Beverly Blvd\, Pico Rivera\, CA\, 90660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Décor,Hands-on,In Person
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DTSTAMP:20260922T005010Z
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SUMMARY:November Balloon Jam in Boston
DESCRIPTION:Boston Balloon Artists are hosting our November Balloon Jam on Monday\, November 16th from 5-11PM at the Great AmericanBeer Hall. \n 
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/november-balloon-jam-in-boston
LOCATION:Great American Beer Hall\, 142 Mystic Ave.\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Deco-twisting,Hands-on,In Person,Jam,Twisting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonah Faigel":MAILTO:Jonah@jonahstwisters.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T120000
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SUMMARY:TUFTEX TUESDAY: St. Louis Area (HICO Balloons)
DESCRIPTION:FREE BALLOON CLASS! 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.  \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for HICO’s first official TUFTEX TUESDAY! Twist of Magic Balloons O.P.C.’s Taneasha Torain\, of Evansville\, IN\, will share how to create a timeless 2027 New Year’s balloon setup featuring a classic stacked arch\, tuxedo-style photo backdrop\, and spiral columns. You’ll leave with professional techniques for building elegant decor that can be used for New Year’s celebrations and more. Taneasha will also share tips for proper balloon sizing\, secure construction\, and efficient assembly to help you create polished\, professional designs with confidence. \n\n\n\n\nClass held at HICO Helium & Balloons\, 3060 Mercantile Industrial Dr. St. Charles\, MO 63301 \nYou can register now to secure your spot: www.hicoballoons.com \nHICO + TUFTEX are proud to provide this FREE demonstration to help give you & your business the opportunity to grow and thrive
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/tuftex-tuesday-st-louis-area-hico-balloons
LOCATION:HICO Balloons\, 3060 Mercantile Industrial Drive\, St. Charles\, MO\, 63301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Décor,Free,In Person
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UID:3123-1796115600-1796128200@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:TUFTEX TUESDAY en Espanol: Los Angeles (Joker Party Supply)
DESCRIPTION:Gratuito! 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. \n\nAcompaña a Erika Villaseñor\, de Globos Emix (El Monte\, California)\, en una clase festiva donde crearás un arco de globos orgánicos con temática navideña y una columna navideña a juego. Erika compartirá técnicas prácticas para elaborar diseños festivos equilibrados y llamativos\, ideales para eventos\, escaparates y decoración de temporada. Tanto si buscas renovar tu oferta navideña como perfeccionar tus habilidades en diseño orgánico\, te llevarás ideas que podrás recrear durante toda la temporada. \n\nClase celebrada en party supply: 1512 East Olympic Blvd Los Angeles\, CA 90021 \nJoker Party Supply + TUFTEX se enorgullecen de ofrecer esta clase e instrucción GRATUITA sobre globos para ayudarte a ti y a tu negocio a tener la oportunidad de crecer y prosperar.
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/tuftex-tuesday-en-espanol-los-angeles-joker-party-supply-4
LOCATION:Joker Party Supply (Los Angeles)\, 1512 E Olympic Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Décor,Free,Hands-on,In Person,Taught in Spanish
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270110
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UID:2098-1799193600-1799539199@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:Florida Balloon Jam
DESCRIPTION:Florida Balloon Jam is a jam-heavy balloon convention focused on balloon twisters and entertainers\, blending open creative jamming with structured instruction and community-driven sessions. \nWe are designed for professional balloon twisters who want to build\, learn\, and collaborate without the pressure of performance-driven schedules.
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/florida-balloon-jam
LOCATION:Orlando\, Florida\, Orlando\, Florida
CATEGORIES:Hands-on,In Person,Multi-day,Twisting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Fudge":MAILTO:theballoonguild@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270114
DTSTAMP:20260905T142919Z
CREATED:20260905T142834Z
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UID:3336-1799625600-1799884799@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:HALLOWEEN & PARTY EXPO
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Halloween & Party Expo\, the one and only event dedicated to all things Halloween\, parties\, and celebrations in North America! If you want to stay on top of industry trends\, this is THE event to be at! \nFor three thrilling days\, we bring buyers and manufacturers together\, creating a dynamic platform to engage\, share\, network\, and ignite innovation. The Halloween & Party Expo is your ultimate one-stop shop for all your party and celebration needs. With an incredible array of products from established names and exciting newcomers\, this expo is an absolute must-attend. \n\n2\,000+ industry colleagues\, all gathering in one electrifying place to connect\, network\, and spark innovation.\n120+ exhibitors on the expo floor showcasing everything from costumes\, accessories\, and party supplies to props\, makeup\, novelties\, toys\, gifts\, décor\, and more!\n\nThe Halloween & Party Expo promises endless inspiration and opportunities!
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/halloween-party-expo
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Planning,In Person,Trade Show
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270128
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UID:2125-1800835200-1801094399@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:Fulcrum 2027
DESCRIPTION:Details to come – Dallas\,TX area.
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/fulcrum-2027
CATEGORIES:Business,Décor,In Person,Multi-day
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ORGANIZER;CN="FLOAT":MAILTO:info@floatconvention.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270227
DTSTAMP:20260811T183657Z
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UID:3231-1803254400-1803686399@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:Rising Tides Connection Cruise
DESCRIPTION:A Connection Cruise for Balloon Business Owners \n📅 February 22–26\, 2027 \n🚢 Aboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas \nBecause sometimes the best education happens over coffee\, by the pool\, or at dinner—not in a classroom. \nFull event info available at https://www.thebrightballoon.com/rising-tides/
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/rising-tides-connection-cruise
LOCATION:Royal Caribbean Cruise Line\, Ft. Lauderdale\, FL
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Multi-day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Meyer":MAILTO:thebrightballoon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270801
DTSTAMP:20260203T001913Z
CREATED:20260203T001813Z
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UID:2130-1816732800-1817078399@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:BALLOONIVERSITY
DESCRIPTION:Details to follow – Athens\, GA.
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/ballooniversity
CATEGORIES:Décor,Hands-on,In Person,Multi-day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270812
DTSTAMP:20260826T212518Z
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UID:3262-1817683200-1818028799@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:Glow Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Glow Retreat 2027 from August 8-11 in Delavan\, WI—an exclusive retreat designed to help you level up your balloon business while enjoying time to recharge\, reflect\, and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs. \nThis year\, we’re limiting the experience to just 12 attendees\, ensuring an intimate and impactful event. Tickets go on sale April 1 at 10 AM CT—don’t miss your chance to secure your spot!
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/glow-retreat
LOCATION:Lake Lawn Resort
CATEGORIES:Business,In Person,Multi-day
ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Meyer":MAILTO:thebrightballoon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271012
DTSTAMP:20260903T005809Z
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UID:3303-1823040000-1823299199@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:UK Party Industry Event (PIE)
DESCRIPTION:The NABAS signature Party Industry Event (PIE) is taking place in the UK from 9th – 11th October 2027 at The Slate in Coventry. NABAS as an association and our events are known for their welcoming\, family feel and for providing excellent support and education. We received fabulous feedback for our 2025 event and the committee are working hard to make 2027 even better. \nWhat will make PIE40 extra special is that NABAS will be celebrating 40 years as the UKs independent trade association for the balloon and party industry. It hasn’t always been easy but thanks to a series of committed and hardworking committees\, NABAS has been a constant support for manufacturers\, wholesalers and retailers across the industry. \nSo what can you expect from PIE40? It is open to both members and non-members\, with a range of packages depending on how many days you’d like to attend. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been working with balloons for 10 months or 10 years\, there will be something for everyone! \nHighlights of the event include: \n–       Incredibly talented instructors from major manufacturers with announcements starting soon \n–       The opportunity to be part of creating large scale décor for our Hollywood Glamour at the Movies theme \n–       A fabulous Gala Dinner with entertainment on the Sunday night \n–       Our free NABAS awards where we recognise excellence and creativity across multiple categories \n–       A series of shorter training sessions on Monday covering a wide range of topics\, techniques and tips \n–       Inspirational designs which you can photograph and add to your portfolio \n–       Networking with peers and suppliers to build relationships to support you going forwards  \n–       Delegate goodie bags \n–       On site B&B accommodation with excellent food and refreshments included \n–       Prices kept as low as possible to make it as affordable\, especially when combined with a monthly payment plan  \n–       Plus\, there will be some extra surprises to recognise our 40th anniversary!  \nYou will leave feeling inspired\, confident and with a range of ideas that you can take back to your business and offer to your clients. You’ll be surprised how quickly you can recoup your investment!
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/uk-party-industry-event-pie
LOCATION:The Slate\, Warwickshire\, The University of Warwick\, Scarman Road\, Coventry\, Warwickshire\, CV4 7AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business,Event Planning,In Person,Multi-day
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ORGANIZER;CN="NABAS":MAILTO:info@nabas.co.uk
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20280128
DTSTAMP:20260203T001947Z
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UID:2127-1832025600-1832630399@balloonindustrycalendar.com
SUMMARY:FLOAT 2028
DESCRIPTION:Details to come.
URL:https://balloonindustrycalendar.com/event/float-2028
LOCATION:Grand Sierra Resort\, 2500 E 2nd St\, Reno\, NV\, 89595\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Décor,In Person,Multi-day
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ORGANIZER;CN="FLOAT":MAILTO:info@floatconvention.com
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