Helium-filled balloons can be a fun addition to your party decorations, but it is difficult to find a retail store or vendor that will fill the balloons with helium for you.
Since CVS sells an entire collection of party supplies in-store, you may be wondering – does CVS fill helium balloons as well? Here is what I’ve found out about this!
Key Takeaways
Does CVS Fill Helium Balloons In 2022?
CVS does fill balloons with helium for free as of 2022 if the balloons were bought in-store. If you’ve bought balloons from another store, CVS may not fill them at its stores. Customers can also visit Kroger and Dollar Tree to get helium balloons filled.
If you want to learn more about taking your own balloons to be filled at CVS, how much it costs to fill helium balloons in-store, and what other stores fill helium balloons, keep on reading!
Can I Take My Own Balloons To Be Filled At CVS?
CVS only fills balloons with helium that have been bought in a CVS store. So if you need helium balloons for an occasion, it is best to purchase them in-store at CVS to also get the inflation service.
However, if you have already purchased balloons from another store, you should contact your local CVS to find out if the store can fill your helium balloons for a small fee.
How Much Does It Cost To Fill Helium Balloons At CVS?
CVS does not charge any fee from customers to fill helium balloons that have been bought in-store.
The cost of inflation is built into the price of the balloon and so buying your balloons in-store at CVS makes filling them with helium a free bonus.
Do All CVS Stores Fill Helium Balloons?
Most CVS stores with helium balloons on sale will be able to fill those balloons for you in-store.
However, this may vary across locations depending on store size, so it is best to call ahead if you are unsure.
To find out how to contact your local store, use the store locator on the CVS website.
Where Else Can You Get Helium Balloons Filled?
If you find that your local CVS does not fill helium balloons, here is a list of other retailers that also offer this service to customers:
- Kroger grocery stores can fill helium balloons in their flower departments. The balloons do not have to be purchased in-store, and prices start at $1 for latex balloons and $2 for Mylar foil balloons.
- Party City stores fill balloons in-store, with prices starting at $0.99 for latex balloons and $2.99 upwards for Mylar foil balloons.
- Dollar Tree is a cheaper alternative for filling balloons, charging $1 to do so regardless of the type of balloon you want to get filled.
What Types Of Balloons Does CVS Sell?
CVS stocks a range of balloon types for birthdays and other occasions, including Mylar foil balloons, colorful latex packs, and water-bomb-style balloons.
Along with helium balloons that can be filled in-store, you will also find balloon packs with air pumps packaged together for easy filling.
Additionally, CVS also has some non-decorative balloon products such as these Squawker Balloons and Neon Punch Ball Balloons.
Does CVS Sell Balloons Online?
CVS sells some of its balloons online, however, customers can only fill helium balloons in-store.
So if you are planning to buy helium balloons online, you might need to fill them yourself using a helium tank (which is not available at CVS).
Does CVS Sell Party Supplies?
CVS stocks a range of party supplies in-store including paper hats, cups, and plates, along with streamers and party poppers.
You will also find an extensive range of cake candles as well as birthday confetti and festive table coverings in its party supplies department.
Other than that, CVS also stocks several items from Omni Party.
If you are looking to learn more, you can see our related posts on whether or not Walgreens will blow up balloons, if Dollar Tree fills helium balloons, and if Target fills helium balloons.
Conclusion
CVS stores fill helium balloons if they have the equipment to do so in-store. Most CVS stores with balloons on sale will fill those balloons for free after you purchase them.
However, some CVS stores also carry already filled balloons for purchase. Note that CVS does not generally fill balloons that were purchased from another store and does not sell helium canisters.