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Party Supplies Near You

Party stores, balloon shops, costume and seasonal stores for decorations, tableware and favors. 1,486 listings in 50 states.

How Far Ahead Should You Book Party Supply and Balloon Stores?

Hosts usually book party supply and balloon stores 1–2 weeks ahead for custom balloons, and earlier for Saturday nights, December holiday parties and May–June graduation season. We list 1,486 party supply and balloon stores in 50 states, most in Michigan, California, New York. Before booking, compare the total price, what is included, and the deposit and cancellation terms.

Updated November 5, 2026 · Source: OpenStreetMap listings (refreshed November 5, 2026); events.broker planning guide.

Illustration: Party stores, balloon shops, costume and seasonal stores for decorations, tableware and favors.

Top Questions to Ask

  1. Do you offer helium balloon fills, and how long do they float?
  2. Can you make custom balloon arches or garlands, and do you deliver?
  3. Do you take orders by phone or online for pickup?
  4. What is the return policy for unopened items?
  5. Do you rent any items (backdrops, stands, costumes)?

See all 5 questions and tips →

Good to Know

  • Order helium balloons for pickup on the day; latex balloons often float less than a day.
  • Buy tableware for about 10% more guests than your RSVP count.
StateListings
Michigan341
California161
New York89
Texas85
Ohio74
New Jersey73
Florida50
Illinois40
Virginia36
Pennsylvania35
Georgia33
Washington32
Arizona31
North Carolina28
Maryland26
South Carolina25
Massachusetts23
Indiana20
Utah20
Kansas18
Oregon18
Colorado16
Connecticut16
Minnesota16
Wisconsin16
Louisiana15
Nevada14
Oklahoma14
Missouri13
Puerto Rico12
Alabama10
Iowa9
Kentucky9
New Mexico7
Tennessee7
Idaho6
Arkansas5
Mississippi5
Montana5
South Dakota5
Hawaii4
New Hampshire4
Alaska3
Maine3
Vermont3
Wyoming3
Delaware2
Nebraska2
Rhode Island2
West Virginia2

Questions Hosts Ask

How far ahead should you book party supply and balloon stores?

Hosts usually book party supply and balloon stores 1–2 weeks ahead for custom balloons, and earlier for Saturday nights, December holiday parties and May–June graduation season. Compare the total price, what is included, and the deposit and cancellation terms before booking.

What should you ask a party supply store before booking?

Start with: Do you offer helium balloon fills, and how long do they float; Can you make custom balloon arches or garlands, and do you deliver; Do you take orders by phone or online for pickup. Our full list has 5 questions, and the quote comparison tool lets you line up the answers.

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Featured From the Map

Listings with the most contact details. Not paid placements.

1608 Montclair Road, Birmingham, AL

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2750 Carl T. Jones Drive, Huntsville, AL

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6275 University Drive Northwest, Huntsville, AL

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2501 1st Avenue South, Irondale, AL

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2759 Eastern Boulevard, Montgomery, AL

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107 N Chalkville Rd, Trussville, AL

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50 West Joyce Boulevard, Fayetteville, AR

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4822 North Hills Boulevard, North Little Rock, AR

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555 South Blackbird Roost Street, Flagstaff, AZ

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15389 West McDowell Road, Goodyear, AZ

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821 North Dobson Road, Mesa, AZ

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Listings: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · Data last updated November 5, 2026 · Sources & method