1. Balloon Between The Knees Race

Yes, this is exactly as it sounds. This game can be played as individual’s or as groups depending how many kids you have. Individual’s: Stand the kids in a line and give them each a balloon to place between their legs. The kids have to race to the finishing line without loosing or popping their balloon. Groups: Played in the same way, except divide the kids into teams have them run the race as a relay.

2. Plate Balloon Pass

This time the kids have to pass the balloons down the line whilst the balloon is balanced on a plate. Each child is given a plate and the children have to pass the balloons from one plate to the other. When the balloon is successfully passed down the line, the team wins. To make it harder, make sure that the kids do not touch the balloons.

3. Foot Balloon Pass

For this game, have the kids sit in a circle. The kids have to pass the balloon …

6. Balloon Tennis

This game is great for either dividing the kids into teams or pairing them up. The idea is that you play similar to tennis. The balloon is hit and the kids try and hit it back without it dropping on the floor in their area. If it drops, the other child or team wins a point. The first to reach say 10 points is the winner. The children can either be given something to use as a bat like a paper plate or they can simply use their hands.

7. No Hands Balloon Tennis

Need to make the balloon tennis a bit more difficult? The eaiest way to do this is to not allow the kids to use their hands! So they need to be creative. They can use their legs, arms, head or back. Anything to keep that balloon in the air and back to the other side.

8. Blow The Balloon

This game can be placed individually or as teams. Each of the kids are given a balloon which is laid on the floor. The kids have to blow the balloon to the finis…

10. Balloon Catch

Each of the kids are given a something to catch balloons in. This could be popcorn holders, or party cups. Something that is wide enough for the balloon to sit into. Then simply let balloons fly into the air. Make sure there is at least one balloon per child. The kids then try and catch a balloon in their funnel.

11. Balloon Drop

This is a simple fun game that will work well for 2 or 20 kids. Before the party starts fix a cover just under the ceiling and cover it with balloons. The cover could be as simple as a plastic tablecloth. Ensure that the cover as a pull cord on it. During the party, pull the cord and let the balloons fall. This will create a lot of excitement for the kids. Follow this easy tutorial to make one.

12. Balloon In The Air

Give each of the kids a balloon. The aim of the game is to simply keep the balloon in the air. The child who can keep the balloon in the air for the longest period of time wins.