The Party Starts Here

The Party Starts Here The Party Starts Here is a locally-owned party, balloon and costume store serving Charlottesville, VA for over 35 years.

We offer a one stop shop for everything PARTY! The Party Starts Here has been locally owned and operated in Charlottesville, Virginia for 30 years. It is our mission to offer top of the line customer service combined with a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Over the years we have supported many local organizations such as Jefferson Swim League, YMCA, Albemarle County and Charlottesville City schoo

ls; various little league teams, and many local churches. The Party Starts Here has the largest selection of party supplies, balloons and costumes in Central Virginia! If you live in Charlottesville or the surrounding area, please stop by and see us today. If not, check out our website, www.partystartshere.us. We hope that we can help you find everything you need for all of life’s celebrations.

Congratulations 2026 Graduates
05/16/2026

Congratulations 2026 Graduates

🎓✨ UVA Class of 2026 — it’s YOUR moment! ✨🎓Walking the stage soon? Don’t forget your signature large Mylar balloon to ce...
04/22/2026

🎓✨ UVA Class of 2026 — it’s YOUR moment! ✨🎓

Walking the stage soon? Don’t forget your signature large Mylar balloon to celebrate in style! 🎈💙🧡

Pick your favorite design, rep your vibe, and make your graduation walk even more memorable 📸

⏰ Order by May 1st to guarantee the balloon you want!🚶‍♀️ Skip the stress — order ahead, choose your pickup time, and grab it quick before heading to the ceremony!

👉 Order now: www.partystartshere.us

Let’s make your walk across that stage POP 🎉

UVA Student Affairs

📢 We’re open during construction! Don’t let the construction at Barracks Road Shopping Center slow you down — we’re here...
04/15/2026

📢 We’re open during construction!

Don’t let the construction at Barracks Road Shopping Center slow you down — we’re here and ready to serve you during our normal business hours!

🕐 Monday – Friday: 10am – 8pm
🕐 Saturday: 10am – 6pm
🕐 Sunday: 12pm – 5pm

We appreciate your patience as the shopping center undergoes some updates. And don’t worry — we’ve got options to make shopping extra convenient for you! Browse and shop all of our balloons anytime on our new website at 🌐 www.partystartshere.us, or give us a call at 434-973-7359 and we’ll be happy to assist you with your order right over the phone!

However you choose to shop, we can’t wait to help you celebrate! 🎈😊

Your Local Party Destination for over 35 Years! The Party Starts Here offers balloons, decorations and party supplies for birthdays, weddings and Holidays. Visit us in Charlottesville, Va today.

🎓✨ UVA Class of 2026 — it’s YOUR moment! ✨🎓Walking the stage soon? Don’t forget your signature large Mylar balloon to ce...
04/08/2026

🎓✨ UVA Class of 2026 — it’s YOUR moment! ✨🎓

Walking the stage soon? Don’t forget your signature large Mylar balloon to celebrate in style! 🎈💙🧡

Pick your favorite design, rep your vibe, and make your graduation walk even more memorable 📸

⏰ Order by May 1st to guarantee the balloon you want!🚶‍♀️ Skip the stress — order ahead, choose your pickup time, and grab it quick before heading to the ceremony!

👉 Order now: www.partystartshere.us

Let’s make your walk across that stage POP 🎉

Your Local Party Destination for over 35 Years! The Party Starts Here offers balloons, decorations and party supplies for birthdays, weddings and Holidays. Visit us in Charlottesville, Va today.

03/27/2026
📢 We’re still open! Don’t let the construction at Barracks Road Shopping Center slow you down — we’re here and ready to ...
03/25/2026

📢 We’re still open!

Don’t let the construction at Barracks Road Shopping Center slow you down — we’re here and ready to serve you during our normal business hours!

🕐 Monday – Friday: 10am – 8pm
🕐 Saturday: 10am – 6pm
🕐 Sunday: 12pm – 5pm

We appreciate your patience as the shopping center undergoes some updates. And don’t worry — we’ve got options to make shopping extra convenient for you! Browse and shop all of our balloons anytime on our new website at 🌐 www.partystartshere.us, or give us a call at 434-973-7359 and we’ll be happy to assist you with your order right over the phone!

However you choose to shop, we can’t wait to help you celebrate! 🎈😊

New beenie babies have landed! Pink capybara, brown capybara, and Angus the Scottish highland cow. Come by to scoop up o...
03/13/2026

New beenie babies have landed! Pink capybara, brown capybara, and Angus the Scottish highland cow. Come by to scoop up one (or three)...$6.99 each

🎓 Graduation season is almost here — and we're ready to help you celebrate in style! 🎉If you have a grad in your life, n...
03/12/2026

🎓 Graduation season is almost here — and we're ready to help you celebrate in style! 🎉

If you have a grad in your life, now is the perfect time to place your order for custom balloon arches, balloon garlands, and balloon towers! These stunning displays add the perfect pop to any graduation party and make for unforgettable photos.

📦 Orders are filling up fast, so don't wait! Contact us today to reserve yours.

📞 434-973-7359
🌐 www.partystartshere.us

🎈 The Party Starts Here — and so does the celebration! 🎈

📢 We’re still open! Don’t let the construction at Barracks Road Shopping Center slow you down — we’re here and ready to ...
03/06/2026

📢 We’re still open!

Don’t let the construction at Barracks Road Shopping Center slow you down — we’re here and ready to serve you during our normal business hours!

🕐 Monday – Friday: 10am – 8pm
🕐 Saturday: 10am – 6pm
🕐 Sunday: 12pm – 5pm

We appreciate your patience as the shopping center undergoes some updates. And don’t worry — we’ve got options to make shopping extra convenient for you! Browse and shop all of our balloons anytime on our new website at 🌐 www.partystartshere.us, or give us a call at 434-973-7359 and we’ll be happy to assist you with your order right over the phone!

However you choose to shop, we can’t wait to help you celebrate! 🎈😊

Your Local Party Destination for over 35 Years! The Party Starts Here offers balloons, decorations and party supplies for birthdays, weddings and Holidays. Visit us in Charlottesville, Va today.

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03/04/2026

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Address

1107 Emmet Street N
Charlottesville, VA
22903

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+14349737359

Website

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