![]() ![]() You could impose new rules for each game – how long does it take to pop them all, which balloon can go the highest, can you bounce all the ‘blue’ balloons off the trampoline etc. Bouncing Water BalloonsĪfter filling up several water balloons, gently place them onto the trampoline and get the children to bounce up and down. ![]() ![]() Here are a few fun games to play with water balloons, which no doubt will result in lots of laughter. Water balloons can be a great way to cool down and have fun with water play when the weather warms up. Partially blow up a few balloons and show the kids how to use the balloons to create a painting, dipping the balloons in the paint and using them to make circular shapes in different colours. Balloon Paintingįor some messy, sensory fun, get out the kid-friendly paints and some sheets of paper. You may even want to have races using balloon air to power the toy across the finish line. Have it sitting on a smooth flat surface, blow up the balloon, then release the air, using it to propel the ball or toy. Get a light ball such as a ping pong ball or similar light rolling toy. Great for solo play and teaching young kids about cause and effect. Balloon PowerĪdd a bit of science to balloon play, introducing kids to some basic motion activities. This is a great game when you have lots of kids, it’s non competitive and just a whole lot of fun! 9. Blow up a balloon and play an indoor game of tennis, hitting the balloon back and forth with the plate racquets. Clear a large space, free of tripping hazards or breakables. Using paper plates and paddle pop sticks, create tennis racquets. The kids are to balance their balloon on their spoon and be the first to make it to the finish line, but if it drops to the ground or bursts, they must return to the start and try again. Great game for two or more kids and ideal for outdoors, this game is much like the traditional egg and spoon race, but instead using large wooden spoons and balloons. This is also a great time to play to loud, hilarious party music. Be sure to have adequate space, free from fragile items and tripping hazards. The aim is to simply keep the balloon in the air and not let it touch the ground. Keep It Moving/Keepy UppyĪ classic balloon game (made famous in the TV show ‘Bluey’) is perfect for indoors with one or more children. The first team to hold their balloon up at the front of the line is the winner! 6. Once you call start, the teams are to pass the balloon under legs then over the next person’s head until it reaches the first person in the line. If you have at least ten children, split them into even groups and have them stand in parallel lines, each child approximately half a metre apart. You can have a lolly in the balloon as a way to limit any losing upsets. If you have a large group and limited space, the races can be done as relays. Have them start at the starting line, place a balloon between their knees and race to the finish line without dropping or bursting their balloon. Balloon Waddle RacesĪn outdoor game for two or more participants. The aim is to protect their balloon while trying to bust everyone else’s, with the winner being the last balloon standing. Have them blow up their balloon, tie it to the string and tie it around their ankle. Give each child a balloon and a length of string, approximately a metre long. Tip: sticky tape the balloon to the table to keep it in place and keep spare balloons on hand for accidental bursts.Ī great activity for larger groups of five or more. You can even create little paper feet and hands to stick on, but remind them to be gentle. Kids can decorate their balloons by adding faces, hair and other features. ![]() Have a variety of balloon colours, some markers and stickers ready for children to decorate. This is the perfect indoor game for rainy days, mixing balloons and creativity. For older kids (with tons of hardcore supervision) you could even try some darts) 2. Let the kids work hard to pop the balloons to retrieve their surprises. Surprise Popīlow up lots of balloons, filling some with treats such as small lollies, trinkets, notes and toys. Below are 10 of the best fun balloon games to play with kids. Balloons are an inexpensive and fun way to entertain the kids with an endless array of games and activities you can do with them. ![]()
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