Trending Back to School Balloon Ideas

by partyperks
in Blog, Professional balloon artist
on July 23, 2025

Two women sit smiling in front of a back to school display- rainbow-colored balloon pencil backdrop created from columns of balloons for a back-to-school event in St. Louis.

🎈Back to School Balloon Ideas to Kick Off the School Year in Style – St. Louis Balloon Decor Inspiration!

It’s that time of year again—backpacks are packed, hallways are buzzing, and it’s time to welcome students back with color, excitement, and a whole lot of WOW! 🎒🍎

At Party Perks, we believe the first day of school should feel like a celebration—and what better way to welcome students, staff, and families than with custom balloon decor that sets the tone for a great year ahead?

Whether you’re planning a school orientation, a pep rally, or a fun welcome-back event, here are some crowd-favorite balloon ideas to make your school shine!

Two balloon artists stand beside three large balloon sculptures designed to look like 7-foot crayons in yellow, blue, and red at a back-to-school event in St. Charles, MO

These bold and playful 7-foot balloon crayons were a hit at this back-to-school celebration! Designed in primary colors for that iconic crayon look, they made a fun and photo-worthy statement that helped kick off the school year with creativity and color.

✏️ Balloon Colored Pencils & Giant Crayons

Yes, we literally brought school supplies to life—out of balloons! Our vibrant balloon colored pencils and 7-foot tall balloon crayons are perfect for photo ops, entrances, and themed school events. These playful sculptures add a touch of whimsy and make every space feel festive and fun.

Perfect for:

Library or classroom entrances 📚
Kindergarten and elementary school events
Back to school photo booths
PTO/PTA events and fundraisers

A balloon artist stands with arms raised beneath a classic spiral balloon arch in blue and white at a student orientation at Saint Louis University

This classic spiral balloon arch in school colors made a bold entrance for a recent welcome event at Saint Louis University. Arches are a timeless choice for creating a festive and photo-ready atmosphere that shows school spirit from the moment guests arrive.

🎉 Balloon Arches for School Entrances

Welcome students in style with a classic balloon arch! We can match your school colors and even customize the design to fit your theme or mascot. Whether it’s over a doorway, gym entrance, or outdoor drop-off line, an arch is the ultimate crowd-pleaser.

Popular back to school themes include:

“Ready to Launch” 🚀 (great for STEM schools!)
“Learning is Sweet” 🍭
“Welcome Back Wildcats!” (or your school mascot!)

Two large red, black, and white balloon columns with oversized toppers flank a gymnasium entrance at a back to school event in St. Louis.

These dramatic balloon columns made a grand statement at this school event, with oversized red toppers and bold black, red, and white spirals that guided guests into the celebration space in style.

🏫 Balloon Towers That Pop with School Spirit

Nothing says school pride like balloon towers in your school colors! These stand-out pieces are great for flanking entryways, gym stages, or even marking off areas for different grade levels or departments.

Need something more interactive? Add letter balloons to spell out “WELCOME” or “CLASS OF 2025” for that extra pop of personalization!

10-foot tall custom balloon letters spelling “DYU” in red, white, and teal displayed at a back to school event in St. Louis.

Talk about a showstopper! These 10-foot tall balloon letters spelling “DYU” were custom-built for Redfest and made a bold statement from every angle. Perfect for branding, student orientation, or campus celebrations, balloon letters bring energy and identity to your event.

Why Balloons Are Perfect for Back to School Events

✅ They transform any space – From bare hallways to buzzing gymnasiums
✅ They’re fun, affordable, and customizable
✅ They create picture-perfect moments for social media and school newsletters
✅ They show students and staff that they’re worth celebrating

A large outdoor spiral balloon arch with custom silver foil letters reading "50 YEARS OF USG" stands on a college campus, flanked by matching balloon columns in orange, black, white, and silver.

This grand balloon arch and matching columns celebrated 50 years of USG in unforgettable style. With bold school colors and custom foil lettering, this installation created the perfect entrance to a milestone university event.

📍Serving Schools in St. Louis and Beyond

Party Perks is proud to provide back to school balloon decor in St. Louis, St. Charles, Chesterfield, Ladue, Kirkwood, Wildwood, O’Fallon, and the entire Greater STL area. Whether you’re a school administrator, event planner, or PTO parent—we’re here to make your event POP! 🎈

📞 Book Now – Limited Dates Available!

The school year kicks off fast, and so does our calendar. Don’t wait to reserve your custom balloon installation!

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Let’s make this school year unforgettable—one balloon at a time! 🎓✏️🍎