There’s no doubt that licensed character balloons are trending this year, from Bluey to Mickey Mouse, there are many ways in which these can be incorporated into events and parties.

Whether you’re planning a birthday bash or just want to bring a little magic to your events, these themed character balloons are the perfect way to add colour, personality, and a touch of nostalgia to your décor.

We at Balloon Market are diving into the most popular licensed character balloons of 2025, and how you can blend them into your next celebration. So, let’s float into the fun and find out what the trending licensed character balloons are!

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Lilo & Stitch

Ohana means family! Bring those island vibes to your party with our selection of Lilo & Stitch balloons. With loveable characters and tropical-inspired designs, these are perfect for luau inspired décor- think palm tree balloon columns and centrepieces featuring Stitch! They’re great for summer birthdays. Pair with surfboard props and pineapple picks to give guests the taste of Hawaii, even if you’re miles away from the ocean! Need more inspiration? Check out our Stitch collection here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
16 inch Orbz Lilo & Stitch Foil Balloon
18 inch Stitch Round Foil Balloon
Lilo & Stitch Foil Balloon Bouquet
29 inch Stitch With Heart Shape Foil Balloon
33 inch Lilo & Stitch Supershape Foil Balloon

Bluey

Bluey is still winning hearts in 2025, and her balloons bring that same energy and joy to any kid’s party! Create playful arches in Bluey’s signature colours and top it off with a character- shaped foil balloon. Whether it’s for a birthday bash or even a playdate, a Bluey balloon invites little ones into a world of imagination and nonstop fun. Find our extensive Bluey collection here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
18 inch Bluey Happy Birthday Foil Balloon
32 inch Bluey Character Supershape Foil Balloon
18 inch Bluey & Bingo Foil Balloon
46 inch Bluey Airwalker Foil Balloon
26 inch Bluey Print Number 1 Foil Balloon <– We also stock numbers that go all the way up to six. Find them here!

Spiderman

Swing into action with Spidey-themed balloons that are a web-slinging hit for superhero fans of all ages! We offer a selection of Spiderman themed balloons that are perfect for creating larger-than-life, dynamic backdrops and columns. Perfect for birthdays or Marvel-themed events that can turn any event space into your own version of NYC- just without the crime fighting. Why don’t you swing on in and check out our exciting Spidey collection here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
17 inch Spider-Man Head Junior Shape Foil Balloon
18 inch Spiderman Square Foil Balloon
18 inch Spiderman Round Foil Balloon
29 inch Spider-Man Supershape Foil Balloon
18 inch Spidey & His Amazing Friends Foil Balloon

Frozen

We’re never going to Let it Go! Even after a decade, Frozen remains a magical go-to for kid’s parties in 2025! Ideal for princess parties, Elsa and Anna are two very important guests as they help bring a winter wonderland to life. Pair licensed character balloons with icy blue and silver foils, with snowflake motif for enchanting balloon displays that are fit for Arendelle royalty! Are you a Frozen fan? Then check out our Frozen collection here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
16 inch Orbz Frozen 2 Foil Balloon
57 inch Frozen Elsa Airwalker Foil Balloon
18 inch Frozen 2 Heart Foil Balloon
30 inch Frozen 2 Supershape Foil Balloon
14 inch Frozen Olaf Foil Balloon

Peppa Pig

Oink-tastic and ever popular, Peppa Pig character balloons are perfect for preschool celebrations and toddler-friendly events. Think pink and red balloon stacks, topped with Peppa Pig shapes and foils to capture that cheerful, animated vibe. To match your licensed foils, we have a wide range of party supplies here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
18 inch Peppa Pig Messy Play Foil Balloon
18 inch Peppa Pig & Teddy Foil Balloon
37 inch George Pig Character Foil Balloon
42 inch Peppa Pig Foil Balloon
18 inch Peppa Pig Reading Square Foil Balloon

Sonic the Hedgehog

With the release of the third film, there is no wonder that Sonic the Hedgehog is a popular choice for licensed foils in 2025. Great for video game lovers and retro gaming fans alike, Sonic balloons are all about adding speed, style and nostalgia to any event.

Balloon Market Recommends:
18 inch Sonic the Hedgehog Round Foil Balloon
33 inch Sonic the Hedgehog Foil Balloon
14 inch Sonic the Hedgehog Foil Balloon
22 inch Sonic Knuckles Foil Balloon
26 inch Tails Foil Balloon

Disney Princess

From Belle to Tiana, Cinderella to Rapunzel, Disney Princess balloons continue to reign supreme in 2025 for licensed character foils. Whether you’re planning a magical ball or princess sleepover, our wide selection of Disney Princess foil balloons can help bring the fairy tale to life. No fairy godmother required. Find more shapes and individual princess foils here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
18 inch Princess Live Your Story Heart Foil Balloon
18 inch Princess Birthday Once Upon a Time Foil Balloon
34 inch Princess Once Upon A Time Supershape Foil Balloon
16 inch Orbz Disney Princesses Once Upon A Time Foil Balloon
18 inch Disney Princess Heart Foil Balloon

Mickey Mouse

An original icon will never go out of style! So, of course, Mickey Mouse was going to be on our list of trending character foils for 2025! Bringing timeless charm and joy to any event, Mickey Mouse foil balloons can help to channel vintage Disney vibes. Combine with red, black and yellow balloons for a classic Mickey colour palette for nostalgic, crowd-pleasing displays.

Balloon Market Recommends:
18 inch Mickey Mouse Portrait Foil Balloon
25 inch Mickey Mouse Forever Supershape Foil Balloon
Mickey Mouse Forever Foil Balloon Bouquet
31 inch Mickey Mouse Full Body Supershape Foil Balloon
18 inch Mickey Mouse Rock the House Star Foil Balloon

Moana

Set sail with Moana themed balloons that celebrate adventure, courage, and the ocean. Think tropical florals, blue hues, and Moana character balloons to create a balloon-scape straight out of Motunui! Perfect for outdoor parties, themed balloons can turn any event space into an epic voyage. Have a Moana themed event coming up? Why not discover our collection here!

Balloon Market Recommends:
18 inch Moana 2 Round Foil Balloon
16 inch Orbz Moana Foil Balloon
18 inch Moana Foil Balloon
29 inch Moana Supershape Foil Balloon

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Is your favourite character on the list? For a wider selection of licensed character balloons and partyware, you can find our dedicated category here! We have Marvel, Pokemon, Paw Patrol and more!

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