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Corporate Event Ideas for Experiential Guest Activities

What will guests do while attending your event? Herstory Balloons creates interactive balloon activities and event experiences for corporate, nonprofit and fundraising events in Chicago—giving guests something more engaging than traditional entertainment or décor alone.

The Balloon Thermometer

Case Study: AIDS Foundation World of Chocolate

The Balloon Thermometer is a large-scale, installation designed to track progress in real time. As guests contribute the visual builds into a beautiful pool of colors -building anticipation and a shared sense of momentum throughout your event. At the close, the experience culminates in a celebratory balloon release over the stage or dance floor. Creating a moment your guests won't forget couldn't be more engaging.

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The Balloon Gallery

Case Study: Herstory Balloons at Brand Awareness Luncheon

The Balloon Gallery is a storytelling installation designed to create an immersive moment where guests pause, engage, and connect with your story. With the additional of bubble-framed photos and QR code, this installation serves as a focal point and mission-forward communication tool. It is a thoughtful way to use visual decor to create purposeful engagement.

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Curated Balloon Release

Case Study: Balloon Boss Summit Closing Gala

A Curated Balloon Release transforms the room into a colorful celebration that engulfs every guest. Guests standing in the middle of the cascade feel like being inside a slow-motion firework. As bursts shower the dancefloor, attendees of all ages reach up to keep them in the air, kick them back into the crowd, and play with them while dancing.

The room becomes more than a place to watch the celebration—it becomes part of it.

This activation certainly creates the kind of finale guests feel, photograph, and remember.

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Theatrical Sculptures

Case Study: First Tee's 25th Anniversary Gala

Our Theatrical Sculptures do as much as a performing character without needing a plate or 15 minute break during the event. Guests may interact by taking photos with the sculptures, or in some cases, wear them like costumes!

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Let the event have a mascot to root for your organization all evening.

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