A balloon artist in Dubai twists long modelling balloons into animals, flowers, swords and hats while the children watch, then hands each child their own. You can book balloon twisting for a birthday party, a school event, a compound family day or a mall activation in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
Price: a balloon artist usually costs AED 600 to AED 1,200 for 1 to 2 hours at a private party. See kids entertainer prices in Dubai.
Three ways to book balloon twisting
| Format | Where it works |
|---|---|
| Balloon station | A fixed table or corner. Children queue, ask for a shape and watch it being made. Good for malls, fairs and big parties. |
| Roaming artist | The artist walks among the guests and makes shapes on the spot. Good for gardens, open houses and family days. |
| Stage balloon show | A short show for a seated audience, with bigger creations and volunteers. Good for school halls and larger events. |
For a home birthday, most families pick the station or a mix of both.
What children ask for
Dogs, giraffes and other animals, flowers, swords, crowns, hats and bracelets are the classics. The artist can also make shapes that match the party theme, such as a princess, pirate or superhero style party, or Eid, National Day, Halloween and Christmas shapes. Name the theme when you book so the right colours come in the bag.
How long to book
- 1 hour suits a small party of about 10 to 15 children.
- 2 hours suits 20 or more children, or a party where the artist covers the arrival and the end.
Simple shapes take a minute or two. Hats and bigger figures take longer, so with a large group, ask the artist to keep a short menu of quick shapes.
Where balloon twisting fits in the party
Balloon twisting is a quiet, steady activity. It works best at the start, while guests arrive, and at the end, when children wait to be collected. In the middle, put the main show, such as a clown or a puppet show. A balloon artist next to a face painter keeps two queues moving at once.
Safety for small children
Latex balloons and burst pieces are a choking risk for babies and toddlers. With very young guests, ask parents to keep an eye on them, and ask the artist to collect burst pieces. Tell the team if any guest has a latex allergy.
Not balloon decor
This site books balloon artists as entertainers. It does not book balloon arches, garlands, columns or balloon walls.
How to book
Send the date, the start time, the venue, the number of children, their ages and the theme on WhatsApp or through the quote form. For a normal party, 3 to 10 days ahead is usually enough.
