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About
We offer balloon fun for any occasion including: * Birthday parties * Corporate events * Restaurants * Holiday gatherings * School festivals * More!
We specialize in: * Balloons * Face painting * Airbrush Tattoos * Stuffed Animal Workshops **Also Available, Balloon Twisting Workshops!
For over 25 years, we have enjoyed providing outstanding party art and entertainment for all kinds of occasions. We take great pride in our work, we use only the very best products and equipment, and we carry our own liability insurance.
Overview
Hired 105 times
Serves San Jose, CA
Background checked
26 years in business
Business hours
Sun9:00 am - 11:59 pmMon9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Event type
Balloon art type
Simple balloon twisting
Detailed balloon art
Face Painting services
Yes
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
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Dion A.
May 13, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kim was unbelievable! Face painting was a work of art! and the balloon animals were incredible . Alll around fantastic experience. Parents asked for referrals so they could hire the same company. Would use again!
Details: Birthday party • 11 - 20 guests • 7 - 10 years old • Detailed balloon art (uses several balloons) • I'm flexible
Balloon Twisting
AJ B.
5 days ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had a wonderful experience working with Jeanine/Hey Balloon Lady and absolutely recommend them! We hope to have her at another party in the future.
Details: Birthday party • 41 - 70 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • 11 - 14 years old • 15 - 17 years old • 18 or older • I'm flexible • Face painting is not needed
Balloon Twisting
Sarahi B.
Aug 31, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
She made a really good job painting faces, making the balloonstwist and making the kids so happy
Details: Birthday party • 41 - 70 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • Simple balloon twisting (e.g., one-balloon dog) • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Asako M.
Jan 30, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Patrick was amazing! He made lots of balloons for my daughter's birthday party. Balloon crowns, princesses, unicorns, dinosaurs, bears, flowers, etc.... The kids loved it!
Details: 11 - 20 guests • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • Birthday party
Face Painting
Yvonne w.
Jan 23, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Jeanine is a great communicator! She's really responsive via email and text and showed up early to set up to give me the full hour. Both the adults and the kids at the party had so much fun with and were impressed with the balloon art!
Details: Birthday party • 21 - 40 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 18 or older • Simple balloon twisting (e.g., one-balloon dog) • Detailed balloon art (uses several balloons) • Face painting is not needed
Hey Balloon Lady & Birthday Party People's reply
Thank you so much! You had a great group of friends and family. The kids were great and I saw some familiar faces! I enjoyed my time with you all!
Balloon Twisting
Credentials
Background Check
Jeanine Kay Von Essen
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
In Santa Clara County, we have a two hour combination package (balloons with face painting) for $370. This package is perfect for up to 20 kids.
For smaller parties we have a 90 minute combination package for $295. This package is best for up to 15 kids.
For tiny parties (6-8 kids) we have a one hour combination package for $200
If you are interested in just balloons, or just face painting, we have a one hour package for $200
A booking fee of $70-$150 will hold most packages , with the balance payable on the day of the party.
For parties outside of Santa Clara County, travel fees and/or minimum time requirements may apply. Mileage is calculated at $1.00 per mile round trip for some areas.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When booking an event, we always send out a service agreement and event questionnaire to be fill out and returned with a booking fee to hold the date. The booking fee is part of the total package price, and is NOT an additional charge. If you party was quoted at $370, there would be a $70 booking fee to hold the spot, and then $300 payable on party day.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Our artists are continually improving their skills by attending conventions and classes in face painting and balloon arts.
