Balloon Industry Calendar

Elitex Education Fall Balloon Class With Brandon Nowell
2025-08-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | All American Balloons (Arlington), 2406 E Randol Mill Road, Arlington, TX, 76001, United States
Fall themed balloon class using Elitex latex.

Instructor is a 3rd generation balloon artist with decades of experience. Experience in balloon twisting and decorating.
Registration fee is $20, but will be returned in the form of AAB store credit as long as you attend the class
Fall inspired designs

Anagram Academy Fall Semester Tour Featuring Jill Shortreed - Boucherville, QC
2025-08-14 08:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | SKS Novelty (Boucherville), 1351 J Rue Ampere, Boucherville, Quebec, J4B 5Z5, Canada
Fall is full of opportunity from back-to-school and football season to pumpkin patches and Halloween parties. We’ll show you how to turn these moments into money-making decor with adaptable, sellable designs.
What you can expect:

Prep Rally Kickoff Master framing inflation, and efficient solo installs.
Lunch & Learn Build your business with Jill’s Playbook during our “Half-Time Huddle.”
Spooky Season Dive into Halloween balloon murals, wreaths and organics with the Pumpkin King and friends.
Hands-On Training plus swag, networking, and real-world skills you can use right away.

In Partnership with Hi-Float and SKS Novelty.
***First 20 people to register for this class receive EXCLUSIVE Anagram MERCH!

Anagram Academy Fall Semester Tour Featuring Isabella Libasci - Brampton, ON
2025-08-12 08:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Royal Canadian Legion Branch #609, 1133 Queen St. E, Brampton, Ontario, L6T 4E2, Canada

Anagram Academy Fall Semester Tour Featuring Alejandra Orta - Cerritos, CA
2025-07-22 08:30 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sheraton Cerritos Hotel, 12725 Center Court Drive, Cerritos, CA, 90703, United States
Fall is full of opportunity from back-to-school and football season to pumpkin patches and Halloween parties. We’ll show you how to turn these moments into money-making decor with adaptable, sellable designs.
What you can expect:

Prep Rally Kickoff Master framing inflation, and efficient solo installs.
Lunch & Learn Build your business with Jill’s Playbook during our “Half-Time Huddle.”
Spooky Season Dive into Halloween balloon murals, wreaths and organics with the Pumpkin King and friends.
Hands-On Training plus swag, networking, and real-world skills you can use right away.

In Partnership with Hi-Float and Mayflower Distributing.
***First 20 people to register for this class receive EXCLUSIVE Anagram MERCH!

TUFTEX TUESDAY: Dallas (All American Balloons)
2025-07-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | All American Balloons (Arlington), 2406 E Randol Mill Road, Arlington, TX, 76001, United States
TUFTEX Easy Delivery:
Vanessa Payne of Daddy Pop Balloons, Dallas, is leading the morning at All American Balloons and sharing her best balloon techniques & processes. She will teach her hottest selling delivery and grab + go designs that can be used for corporate or consumer clients. Let’s take your business efficency and designs to the next level!

Register now to secure your spot: www.allamericanballoons.net
**Registration fee will be returned in the form of store credit after you attend the class

The Bling Bling Jam Convention
2025-07-13 - 2025-07-17 | Binion’s/Hotel Apache, 128 Fremont St, Las Vegas, 89101
Only $375 before June 15!
The Bling Bling Jam is not just a balloon convention — it’s a full-on creative explosion of color, talent, and innovation in the heart of Las Vegas. Since its founding, this vibrant, international event has brought together balloon artists, twisters, decorators, and entertainers of all levels for five unforgettable days of learning, networking, and performance.
Why Attend Bling Bling Jam?
Hands-On Education – Learn from top instructors from around the world through jam sessions, decor classes, stage builds, and advanced design techniques. Classes range from beginner to expert, including entertainment, costume building, twisting, and decor.
Diverse Global Community – Artists from across the U.S. and around the world gather here. It’s a powerful platform to connect, collaborate, and get inspired.
Competitions & Creativity – Take part in high-energy competitions like the Dirty Balloon Contest, Balloon Fashion Show, and team sculpture builds. These crowd-favorite events fuel imagination and friendly competition.
Virtual Replay & Reach – Can’t catch everything live? No problem. Attendees gain access to a virtual replay library so you can revisit classes and moments after the convention. This also expands the event’s reach far beyond Vegas.
Sponsors & Brands – Featuring top balloon brands and sponsors like Elitex, All American Balloons, and many more, attendees get the chance to try the latest products, tools, and designs in the balloon world.
Energy Like No Other – Bling Bling Jam is known for its fun, inclusive atmosphere where everyone—from first-timers to seasoned professionals—is welcomed, supported, and celebrated.
Whether you’re a balloon twister, decorator, party entertainer, or someone who just loves the world of balloon art, Bling Bling Jam is the can’t-miss event of the year.

TUFTEX EXPERIENCE 2025: Chasing Colors in Columbus
2025-07-07 - 2025-07-10 | Hilton Columbus Downtown, 402 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Mark your calendars now for TT EXP 2025: Chasing Colors in Columbus! Tickets are limited, so don’t wait to get yours. Can’t wait for CBUS!

Tuftex Tuesday: Los Angeles (Joker Party Supply)
2025-07-01 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Joker Party Supply (Los Angeles), 1512 E Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90021, United States
Free Class in English 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Touchdown: Score big with this football-themed backdrop class! Join Hector of Special Moments by Hector, North Hollywood, CA, on a journey through his creative process, from securing clients to pitching fresh ideas. Let’s discover together how to elevate your revenue while also creating breathtaking content.
No registration required, just come join in the fun and learning!

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Retreat: Texas
2025-06-28 - 2025-06-30 | TBD
$550 for Current Mastermind Members
Individuals responsible for lodging plus meals not included in ticket.
Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included int he registration for three days.

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Charleston, SC Area
2025-06-26 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Courtyard North Charleston Airport, 2415 Mall Dr, North Charleston, SC, 29406, United States
Join award-winning Artist Robbie Furman, CBA as he takes you STEP-BY-STEP into the world of DECO-TWISTING. Students will learn some of Robbie’s favorite designs that he has been teaching AND selling to his clients for over 20 years. Robbie’s easy-to-learn techniques will allow you to create many different designs that will AMAZE your own clients. This class is for EVERYONE, decorator, twister, beginners, and seasoned pros.
Full day workshop that includes lunch! All supplies will be provided.

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Durham, NC
2025-06-25 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center, 2102 W. Main Street, Durham, NC, 27705, United States

2025 Balloonathon - Summer Edition
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-25 | Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center, 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, IL, 60523, United States
Training
Business and Marketing
Networking
Lunch & Dinner both days!

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Class: Los Angeles, California
2025-06-23 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | TBD
$150 for Current Mastermind Members
Activities Include

Networking
Hot seat
Overcoming Obstacles
Balloon Drops
Pop Drops
Ceiling Decor
LUNCH will be provided.

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Mastermind Meetup: Los Angeles, California
2025-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | TBD
Mastermind members FREE
Additional events:

Network
Open Q & A
Dinner (individuals pay for their food)

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Leesburg, VA
2025-06-20 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Best Western Leesburg, 726 E Market St, Leesburg, VA, 20176, United States

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Long Island
2025-06-18 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Holiday Inn Westbury Carle Place, 369 Old Country Road, Carle Place, NY, 11514, United States

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Philadelphia Area
2025-06-17 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia NE – Bensalem, 1329 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA, 19020, United States

TUFTEX TUESDAY: Los Angeles (Winner Party)
2025-06-17 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Winner Party, 1557 Chico Ave, South El Monte, CA, 91733, United States
FREE CLASS: 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.
California Dreamin’: Los Angeles local Sandra VidalConde, Sandy’s Happy Blooms, is bringing all the good Cali vibes to Winner Party. She will share how to create California poppy flowers using TT-260’s, palm leaves using the alternate square pack method, as well as display the viral large balloon dog using TUFTEX rounds. Let’s get to chasing our big, fun California dreams together!

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Retreat: Oregon
2025-06-17 - 2025-06-19 | Inn at Otter Crest, 301 Otter Crest Dr, Otter Rock, OR, 97369, United States
$550 for current Mastermind members
Individuals responsible for their lodging plus meals not included in the ticket
Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the registration for 3 days.

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Class: Portland, Oregon
2025-06-16 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | TBD

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Mastermind Meetup: Yellowstone
2025-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | TBD

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Fairfield, NJ
2025-06-12 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Best Western Plus Fairfield Executive Inn, 216 US Highway 46, Fairfield, NJ, 07004, United States

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Albany Area
2025-06-11 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport, Albany Airport, 16 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY, 12203, United States

Balloon Coach Mastermind Meetup: Mount Rushmore
2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD

TUFTEX TUESDAY in Miami (Toy World)
2025-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Toy World (Miami), 7455 NW 41st St, Miami, FL, 33166, United States
Free Class in Miami: 10 a.m. until 1 p.m
Live, Laugh & Illuminate: Alexandra Pierre of Hullaballoon, Loxahatchee, FL, will be lighting up the morning at Toy World. Learn to inflate, style, and execute properly decorating an LED Marquee display. Special shout out to LED Marquee South Florida for providing the letters!

TUFTEX TUESDAY: San Antonio (Helium Xpress)
2025-06-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Helium Xpress (San Antonio), 5417 Bandera Road, Suite 601, San Antonio, TX, 78238, United States
Free Class from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m.
EMRACE YOUR MAGIC: Sierra Balderas of Bewitchin Balloons, San Antonio, TX, will lead the first TUFTEX Tuesday at Helium Xpress! Sierra will blend personal and business growth with a Betwitchin balloon setup; throughout the class, she will guide you through the topics of staying confident, mindful and inspired in business. You do not want to miss this free class in the San Antonio area.

The Rainbow Tour with Robbie Furman - Boston Area
2025-06-10 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Holiday Inn Express Boston, 999 Broadway, Saugus, MA, 01906, United States

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Mastermind Meetup: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
2025-06-09 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD
Mastermind members FREE
Additional events:

Network
Open Q & A
Lunch (individuals pay for their food)

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Mastermind Meetup: Omaha, Nebraska
2025-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | TBA
Mastermind members FREE
Additional events:

Tour Omaha Balloon home-based business
Network
Open Q & A
Dinner (individuals pay for their food)

Balloon Coach Summer Tour Mastermind Meetup: Des Moines, Iowa
2025-06-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Squeak Balloon & Decor, 516 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA, 50023, United States
Mastermind members FREE
Additional events:

Tour Squeak Balloon & Decor
Network
Open Q & A
Lunch (individuals pay for their food)
