Father’s Day Balloons

Australia’s biggest and best range of Father’s Day decorations!

Here in Australia, we love celebrating Father’s Day… because we love our dads! It’s the perfect occasion to celebrate and pamper our dads — he can sit back and relax while we serve breakfast, beers and all his favourite treats to thank him for all his hard work and support throughout the year. Plus, you can celebrate with a backyard BBQ, a game of cricket in the park, a beach trip or even a family dinner in the evening. 

Here at Shindigs, we love our dads, so we stock a huge range of Father’s Day balloons and decorations to make his day extra special! Browse our collection and shop online for fast, affordable shipping throughout Australia — alternatively, come and visit us in-store! We have thousands of products available and our team would be more than happy to help plan a memorable Father’s Day. 

Where did Father’s Day come from?

Father’s Day was created by Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Washington, whose father (a Civil War veteran) raised her and her five siblings after her mother passed away. She had the idea in 1909 while listening to a sermon on Mother’s Day, which was fast becoming a tradition in the United States. The local authorities agreed with Sonora about introducing Father’s Day, so the first Father’s Day was held on June 19th, 1910 — her dad’s birthday.

Here in Australia, Father’s Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September, although that hasn’t always been the case — Aussie newspapers introduced the idea in the early 1900s, but most Australians didn’t know Father’s Day was a thing for several decades. Men, in particular, were reluctant to celebrate Father’s Day until the 1960s. 

A lot of people made fun of Father’s Day in the newspapers!

Giving gifts on Father’s Day was introduced by Ms Janet Hayden, who was also the driving force behind Mother’s Day in Australia. From 1925 onwards, Janet organised the donation, collection and delivery of small gifts to elderly men alone in hospitals or retirement homes — most of these traditional gifts are still given today e.g. beanies and gloves, bed socks, cakes and sweets, scented soaps and at the time, tobacco. 

Nowadays, Father’s Day is an opportunity for dads around Australia to put their feet up and be pampered by their kids (and/or grandkids). It’s also an excuse for a good old-fashioned Aussie BBQ and a game of cricket, a trip to the beach, a camping trip, fishing or a big roast dinner.

Our range of Father’s Day balloons

Here at Shindigs, we stock a huge range of Father’s Day balloons, all celebrating one of the things dads love most: a refreshingly frothy beer! Our Beer Mug Foil Balloons are always a hit at Father’s Day parties — all you need is some helium to keep them floating for the next few days. 

We have helium available for hire from our store in Lambton NSW (NOTE: due to the nature of helium, we cannot ship helium tanks — they are only available from our brick-and-mortar store). 

Alongside our beer mug balloons, we also stock Happy Father’s Day Balloons! With a gold background, fun and colourful patterns, and text screaming “Happy Father’s Day Dad”, these foil balloons are guaranteed to put dad in the festive mood. 

Shop online now — we offer fast shipping throughout Australia.

Fun activities for a Father’s Day shindig

If you’re planning a memorable Father’s Day party, you’re definitely going to need to organise some activities for the whole family. We’ve celebrated quite a few Father’s Days here at Shindigs, so here are a few fun activities that will keep everyone entertained and deliver homemade gifts for dad, grandad or great-grandad. 

• Drawing on latex balloons. There’s a lot of fun to be had with some basic balloons and some markers, especially with kids and grandkids running around! Blow up some balloons before the big event, keep them all confined to one room and set out some markers on a table. Set a challenge for the most creative balloon design celebrating dad, grandad or even great-grandad — who can make their balloon look most like dad/grandad/great-grandad wins!
   
• Cupcake decorating. Looking for a tastier activity for Father’s Day? Everyone in the family can get involved with cupcake decorating! Just bake some mini cupcakes ahead of the event, prepare loads of different coloured icing and set out various different cake decorations, including our Edible Moustache Sprinkles and colourful Gels — everyone can design their own cupcakes and write messages for dad in gel.
   
• Making a Father’s Day collage. Need to keep the kids occupied? Print out lots of photos and pictures of dad’s favourite things, provide some glue, glitter, cardboard and markers, and let the kids go nuts decorating a collage! Alternatively, the kids can make their own cards for dad, grandad or great-grandad — the more personal, the better.
   
• Watch home videos. It’s always fun going through old photos with your family. It’s a great opportunity to reminisce and show the kids photos from when you were a child or grandad was little. This activity will surely bring up some old memories, generate laughs, and spark conversation.
   
• Father’s Day Olympics. Want to get active after the backyard BBQ lunch? Organise a Father’s Day Olympics! Organise competitions like egg races and three-legged races, or even classic Olympic sports and athletics like the long jump. Whoever wins gets a 1st Place Award Medal!
   

Browse through our collection of Father’s Day decorations, stationery and so much more online with Shindigs!

FAQs about Happy Father’s Day balloons

When should I buy Father’s Day balloons?

You can buy Happy Father’s Day balloons any time before Father’s Day, but we recommend buying them closer to the date so they’re fresh and in peak condition before surprising your dad. Aim for at least 10 business days if you’re planning on choosing standard shipping — but make sure to check our shipping policy for a delivery estimate based on your location. This will ensure you receive your balloons in time for the shindig. 

How do I inflate my Father’s Day balloons? 

You can inflate Father’s Day balloons with either helium or air. Helium will make the balloons float, so if you're going for an impressive, decorative look, this is the right option for you. If you're looking to save money, inflating the balloons with air is just fine — your dad will still be stoked with them. 

How long do balloons last? 

When Father's Day balloons are inflated with air they can last for weeks at a time but usually look their best for around 3-5 days. However, this will depend on how well they're cared for — if they're kept in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight, they'll last longer. Make sure to check the condition of the balloons before giving them to your dad, just to be safe! 
Filling Fathers Day balloons with helium? Float times will vary depending on the type of balloon. Latex usually last 8-10 hours without a Hifloat treatment, with this treatment they can last 2-3 days. Foil Balloons and Supershapes can look their best for 3-5 days before slwly deflating over a week or two. 

Are Father’s Day balloons expensive? 

The price of Father’s Day balloons depends on the design and size you choose. Generally, they range from $5-$30, although this can also vary depending on how you plan to inflate them (don’t forget, we have helium tanks available for hire, or we can curate a bunch of helium balloons for you).

Can you help me choose the right balloons this Father’s Day? 

Of course! Feel free to contact our team at (02) 4950 9561 or message us via Live Chat (the blue box in the bottom right corner of the screen), and we’ll provide instant recommendations and advice. Alternatively, come and visit us in-store in Lambton NSW! We have hundreds of balloon designs available, and we can help curate your balloons or balloon display ahead of Father’s Day.

Shop Father’s Day balloons online with Shindigs!

Fathers Day is coming up soon, and what better way to show your dad how much you care than with a festive bunch of balloons at his party? Our collection of Father's Day balloons is sure to put a smile on his face, and they're available for fast, affordable shipping throughout Australia. 

Don't wait — order your Father's Day balloons today!