Why Party Mart is Salem's Best Choice for Balloons
Planning a special event? We compared prices, float times, and balloon selection across Salem stores to help you get the best value for your party.
| Balloon Type / Option | Safeway | Fred Meyer | Dollar Tree | Party Mart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Number Foil (34") | $19.99 (Gold/Silver only) | $13.99 | $4.99 (Gold/Silver only) | $18.99 In stock in 10 colors! |
| 18" Printed Mylar Balloon | $6.99 | $4.99 | $1.50 | $5.99 Over 50+ characters! |
| Jumbo Mylar (22” & 36”) | $16.99 – $19.99 | $13.99 (Over 21") | ❌ Not available | $14.99 Cheaper than Safeway! |
| Latex Helium Balloons | $19.99 (Dozen rate) | ❌ Not online | ❌ Hard to find | $29.99 (Dozen) Includes free Hi-Float! |
| Balloons Brought from Outside | Charges full price ($6.99) | Charges full price ($4.99) | ❌ No option | Starts at $3.00 Outside balloons welcome! See full pricing |
| Helium Availability | Depends on staff | Depends on staff | Frequently out | 100% Reliable Always stocked & ready! |
The Big-Box Store Problem
Buying balloons from national grocery or dollar chains can lead to surprise headaches on your party day. Here are common issues customers tell us about:
Empty Tanks & Staff Shortages
We hear from customers daily that Dollar Tree is out of helium, WinCo no longer fills balloons, or Safeway's florist department is unstaffed.
High Inflation Fees for Amazon/Temu Finds
If you order balloon kits online, Safeway and Fred Meyer will charge you the full price of their own balloons just to inflate yours.
Unpredictable Wait Times
Chains rarely accept precise pickup times. If you show up when they are busy, you might stand in line for 20+ minutes while your party starts.
The Party Mart Experience
We are a local, family-owned store. We make sure your balloons are inflated perfectly, float as long as possible, and match your theme exactly.
- Premium Brands & Free Hi-Float: We only use high-quality brands (Qualatex, Betallic, Kalisan, Tuftex) that pop less. Plus, every latex balloon you buy includes a free Hi-Float treatment so they float for at least 24 hours!
- Over 50+ Solid Colors & Chrome Finishes: We have Salem's biggest selection of colors, including shiny Chrome and custom printed designs (Happy Birthday, animals, polka dots, pink bows).
- Specialty Balloons: Browse Foil Numbers in 10 different colors (including Gold, Silver, Rose Gold, Black, Red, Pink, Blue, and more), Character Foils (with over 50+ characters like Bluey, Pokemon, Sonic, Mario, and more), and Garland Kits.
- Expert Arrangement Help: We recommend you stop by the shop to look at our color walls and displays. It makes it easy to communicate and gets your bouquets designed exactly how you want!
Avoid the Wait. Order Your Balloons with Us Today!
Looking for our full helium filling price list for all sizes and shapes? See our Helium Balloons & Inflation Pricing page.