The Balloon Bar

11/26/2025

🍂 Thanksgiving Hours at The Balloon Bar 🦃

We’ll be open with limited hours this week so you can still place and secure your holiday balloon orders!

If you’d like to place an order or book for your next event, feel free to:
📲 Call us at 815-793-6643
💬 Send us a message anytime — we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

Thank you for supporting our small business this holiday season. We’re so grateful for you!

11/25/2025

Santa is Coming to Town!
We’re so excited to share that Santa will be making a special stop right here in our community and we’ve got LOTS of festive fun planned for the whole family!

The Balloon Bar is proud to be a sponsor of this magical event, and we’ll be handing out a special sweet treat to all the little elves who stop by our tent outside Santa's house!

Bring the kids, grab your cameras, and get ready for holiday cheer, joyful memories, and plenty of Christmas spirit.

Stay tuned for more details — you won’t want to miss this! 🎄✨

Twirls, lights, and Santa’s big arrival! 🎅 Join us for Lights on Lincoln & Santa Comes to Town featuring Dimensions Dance Academy performances during Tinsels & Tutus from 5–7pm and Santa rolling through Downtown DeKalb at 6pm. More details below!

🎅 Santa starts his route to his house in Van Buer Plaza at 6pm
🎄Santa lights the tree in Van Buer Plaza across from the Egyptian Theatre
🎁 Santa's house opens for visits after the tree lighting
☕ Free hot chocolate while it lasts!

11/25/2025

Today is the last day to order for Saturday pick up.

Call, Dm or stop by to order!

11/22/2025

⚫️ 5 Stones employee party ⚫️

11/21/2025

Our Christmas backdrop is officially up, and we can’t wait for everyone to stop by and soak in the holiday mischief! 🌲

And don’t forget… the Grinch himself will be popping out of his house on December 6th for pictures!

Come say hi (if he’s not too grumpy 😉).

The Balloon Bar
145 E. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb
(Next to Kid Stuff Store)

11/19/2025

✨ Golden at 50 💫

11/13/2025

💚🎄 GRINCH PHOTO POP-UP EVENT! 🎄💚

He’s mean, he’s green… and he’s coming to The Balloon Bar!

Join us on Saturday, December 6th for a Grinch-tastic photo pop-up! Perfect for families, friends, and anyone who loves a little holiday mischief!

📸 Photos with The Grinch – $10 per family
🍭 Sweet treats available for purchase
🎨 Make a fun Grinch craft to take home!

📍 The Balloon Bar
145 E. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
🗓 Saturday, December 6th | Time: 11am-2pm

Bring your holiday spirit (and maybe a little Whoville cheer!) This is one event you won’t want to miss! 💚

11/12/2025

🐾 Family weekend at NIU 🐾

11/11/2025

🧥 Spread Warmth This Winter! 🧥

We’re excited to announce our Warm Up With LOVE Coat Drive & Giveaway right here at The Balloon Bar!

As the temperatures drop, we want to help our neighbors stay warm. From now until December 10th, we’ll be collecting new or gently used jackets, coats, hats, and gloves for all ages.

Then, we’ll open our doors for a community giveaway, Warm Up With Love Event, where anyone in need can stop by and pick out something warm, no questions asked.

📍 Drop-Off & Giveaway Location:
The Balloon Bar
145 E. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb, IL
📞 (815) 793-6643

🗓 Donations Accepted: November 12th- December 10th

Together, we can make sure no one goes cold this winter. Whether you’re donating or picking up, your kindness helps spread warmth far beyond the season. ❤️

11/06/2025

The Elves on the Shelf are gearing up to make their magical return and cause all kinds of holiday mischief! 🎄

Make their arrival extra special this year with our North Pole Express Delivery Elf Balloon Bubble or Return Box!

Each one includes:
🎁 A personalized letter from your child’s elf
⭐ A custom star balloon with your child’s name
🎈 A magical balloon bubble or box that kicks off the season perfectly!

Just drop off your elf 3 days prior to your pickup date, and we’ll take care of the rest!

Make this year unforgettable — order through the link below ⬇️

https://forms.gle/zXf4xk7V7otxW9XZ7

✨ Let the elf chaos begin! ✨