You can get helium balloons filled at a variety of stores, many of which offer affordable and convenient helium filling services. Here are some common places to consider:
- Kroger : Most Kroger stores fill latex and mylar balloons with helium, regardless of where you purchased the balloons. Prices are about $1 for latex balloons and $3 to $8 for mylar balloons, with jumbo balloons costing $7 to $16 depending on size
- Dollar General : They fill latex, metallic, mylar, and jumbo balloons but only if purchased in-store. Prices range from $0.50 to $1 for latex and up to $4 for mylar balloons
- Dollar Tree : Fills only foil/metallic balloons purchased in-store or online for free. They do not fill latex balloons
- CVS : Offers free helium filling for balloons purchased in-store at locations with a party section. Smaller CVS stores may not provide this service
- Meijer : Fills latex and mylar balloons, and does not require balloons to be purchased there. Costs are about $1 for latex and $3 to $8 for mylar balloons
- Publix : Fills latex and mylar balloons, usually in stores with a floral department. They fill balloons purchased elsewhere for a fee ($1.29 for latex, $2 for mylar)
- Walmart : Some locations offer helium filling for balloons purchased in-store, costing around $0.25 per balloon. Walmart also sells helium tanks for DIY filling
- Party City : Although many stores have closed, some locations still provide helium filling for balloons purchased there or elsewhere, often for a small fee. They also sell helium tanks
- Albertsons : Previously offered helium filling for latex and foil balloons, but this service may no longer be available at all locations
Before going, it's best to call your local store to confirm if helium filling is available and whether you need to purchase balloons there to qualify for the service. If you prefer, you can also buy helium tanks from many of these stores to fill balloons yourself at home. In summary, grocery stores like Kroger, Meijer, and Publix, as well as discount stores like Dollar General and Dollar Tree, are common and affordable places to get helium balloons filled. Walmart and CVS offer filling services at some locations too, and party supply stores like Party City (where available) provide more options
