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Giant Parade Balloons

Sunday, June 20th, 2010

Giant Balloons for Parades

The parade season is soon approaching. Nothing beats the 4th of July and other fun summertime parades. Better yet, nothing catches more attention that the giant balloons marching down the street. There is just something about them that says, “party”, “sale”, or “come see us today”, and all of those things are going to increase traffic and sales for your business. Giant parade balloons are the way to get your name out there.

Giant Angel Helium Parade Balloon

Giant Angel Helium Parade Balloon

Giant balloons are affordable and cost effective. After the initial cost of purchasing the balloons in the shape, logo and colors that you want; then it’s time to fill it with helium and you’re up, up, and away. These balloons are completely reusable so every time you fill your balloon, you will be saving advertising money and bringing in advertising bucks; isn’t that what every business needs?

Shamrock helium parade balloon

Shamrock helium parade balloon

There are many different types of giant balloons that you can use for your next parade entrance. You can get any type of balloon from blimps to dancing balloons to giant inflatables. You can have something specially designed to fit your business and that is really going to set you apart from the competition.

25 ft. Statue of Liberty inflatable for parades and events.

25 ft. Statue of Liberty inflatable for parades and events.

While giant shaped balloons and inflatables will help your business soar, you should use them for special occasions, like parades. You don’t want it out for people to see all the time because they will start to ignore it. Use your giant advertising balloon to advertise a special event, sale or something else of significance. Then it will be sure to catch the right kind of attention.

Giant parade balloons are a great way to bring people in and is a less expensive form of advertising. Find out about the best balloon or inflatable for your business today by calling 1-800-791-1445.

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Giant Parade Balloons

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010

Parade Balloons for Effective Branding

The most effective branding processes for any product or company are those that revolve around one simple rule; getting attention. There are many different ways companies today choose to do this. Often times it is through a serious of advertising campaigns, giveaways or news stories. While all of these do get consumers attention, they are easily forgotten due to the fact that there are so many other companies using the same tactics.

Giant Angel Parade Balloon

Giant Angel Parade Balloon

Parade balloons are truly a classic and unique way to grab that attention of anyone, no matter what age or where they live.
These pieces are fun ways to make people stop and stare. A balloon with your logo or slogan on it is sure to leave a lasting impression on a potential customer. It is not everyday that you see a giant balloon in the sky. The fact that they are not often used in branding helps makes these balloons stick out even more. It shows that the company is willing to think outside the box and be creative with their branding. The appeal is massive and can reach hundreds or thousands of people in a short period of time.
When using a parade balloon for branding it is best to keep the message short and sweet. This makes the message stand out even more in the consumers mind. If the slogan or design is simple and easy to understand, people will walk away wanting to know more about the company. They key is to grab their interest and direct them in a specific direction, parade balloons are the most fun and creative way to do just that.

Giant Star Helium Parade Balloon

Giant Star Helium Parade Balloon

Please call 1-800-791-1445 for parade balloons and parade balloon rentals.

New Giant Parade Balloons Route

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

The parade route for the giant balloons in the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is bypassing Broadway for the first time in its more than 80-year history.

SFGate.com reports on November 23, 2009 that the new parade route will include five turns and be slightly longer than in previous years. The new route is 2.65 miles long and became necessary because part of the old route was closed to vehicular traffic, making floats off limits now.

The giant balloons in the parade , featuring Buzz Lightyear, Spider-Man and Ronald McDonald measure thirty to over sixty feet tall and wide and are filled with thousands of cubic feet of helium. Each balloon is tethered to and guided by several to scores of human handlers.

Turning the giant balloons around corners is tricky and must be performed slowly to insure no light poles or other obstructions are snagged by the balloon. There are protocols in place in case of high winds which can wreak havoc with the giant balloons. In 1997 a balloon hit a light pole which resulted in a woman spectator being injured and in a coma for over a month before she recovered.

The weather forecast for the parade this year is a 40% chance of rain with some possibility of wind.

Best of luck to the handlers! I’ll be tuned in to watch them handle the parade balloons again this year.


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