DIY Balloon Helicopters (24 Pack)

DIY Balloon Helicopters turn simple materials into flying fun that kids decorate, assemble, inflate, and launch for exciting motion and playful learning.

Build, Decorate, and Launch Flying Fun

DIY Balloon Helicopters are a thrilling combination of crafting and motion that kids can see fly. Participants decorate the wooden body and rotor pieces, attach the balloon, and, when the air rushes out, the spinning lift sends the helicopter soaring. Kids love seeing the direct result of their creative effort take flight.

This project blends creativity with simple physics, making it a hit for classroom themes, summer camps, science days, or family fun afternoons. The decorating step encourages artistic expression, while the launch step makes it feel like a real experiment with cause and effect.

Because balloon helicopters move, they keep attention high and make group activities interactive. Whether competing for distance or simply watching each other’s designs fly, kids stay engaged from start to finish.

Why These Balloon Helicopters Inspire Play and Learning

• Decorating turns into a function — colors and patterns are carried into the flight experience
• Launch activity demonstrates simple physics and cause-and-effect
• Easy to run with groups of all ages
• Finished projects are energetic and memorable

Product Highlights

• Flying Fun – Launches and spins for exciting motion
• DIY-Ready – Surface is ideal for markers or paint
• Easy Assembly – Simple build for quick results
• Interactive Activity – Combines creating and playing

What’s Included

You will receive 24 sets of white propellers in assorted colors.

This Helicopter Craft Is Great For

• Schools: STEM-friendly motion craft. Students explore cause-and-effect as they decorate and launch.
• After-School Programs: An energetic, creative break. Combines decorating with launch play.
• Camps: A high-flying summer hit. Great for sunny afternoons and outdoor activities.
• Recreation Centers: Perfect for groups and competitions. Use in stations or group challenges.
• Home: A fun rainy-or-sunny day project. Kids design and launch from the living room to the backyard.
• Nursing Homes / Senior Centers: A light, engaging activity. Decorating and watching flights can spark smiles and conversation.
• VBS: A memorable outdoor-themed craft. Use in lesson tie-ins or outdoor sessions.

How to Get Started

• Set out the helicopter components and decorating supplies
• Decorate the wooden helicopter body
• Assemble according to instructions and attach a balloon
• Inflate the balloon and release to launch

Tips for Decorating and Launching

• Use bold, simple designs for the best visual impact
• Test each balloon before launch for consistent airflow
• Encourage kids to track distance for friendly competition

Explore More

Check out our blog for more ideas and explore motion-themed projects in our Motion Crafts Collection.

Order Your DIY Balloon Helicopters Today

DIY Balloon Helicopters deliver a perfect mix of decorating and play that kids can see and feel. Whether you’re running a class, camp, or after-school program, this craft turns a simple idea into a high-flying experience that’s hard to forget.