What's Up Wednesday, April 29, 2026 #223

What's Up Wednesday, April 29, 2026 #223

Ken Tuley ·

This week on What’s Up Wednesday, General Admission tickets are in stock, Good Housekeeping magazine publishes a survey on what moms want most for Mother’s Day, and we are days away from Star Wars Week.

Good Housekeeping says moms want something personal, like an experience or jewelry. Why not book a trip to Balloon Fiesta? You can purchase a 4-pack of General Admission tickets online or stop by the Gift Shop and pick up any quantity. (Purchase four or more and receive $3 off per ticket.) There are no extra processing or credit card fees. Even better, the tickets HAVE ARRIVED from the printer—so if you’ve already ordered, we’re in the process of shipping these physical and collectable tickets now. And of course, you can always stop by the Gift Shop to purchase in person.

On the jewelry side, we have a wide selection of earrings, including inlaid, gold, silver, acrylic, studs, dangling, sterling silver, and gemstone options. Designs range from balloons and baskets to replicas of many special shape balloons. Quantities and prices vary, so take a little time to explore the full collection.

You might also consider a bracelet. We offer charm styles as well as a couple of bolo designs. And don’t forget the necklaces—many coordinate with the bracelets and earrings, making it easy to create a matched set. Order this week and we can ship in time for Mother’s Day. Or, stop by the Gift Shop and pick out the perfect item in person. Gift Shop hours are Monday through Friday, 9 to 5.

Next week is Star Wars Week—you know, May the 4th (Force) be with you, followed by Revenge of the Fifth… or Sixth (Sith). That also gives us a chance to remind you about our “Choose Your Side” collection. These items feature both the light and dark sides of the universe on the same item. No need to choose sides when you purchase. Whether you choose a T-shirt, ball cap, duffle, or cinch bag, each design showcases both sides. Order today, and we’ll do our best to get them to you faster than the Millennium Falcon in hyperdrive—so make the jump and shop now.

Speaking of May, that means the next Pin of the Month is just around the corner. And May 9 is our next Saturday pin trading and shopping day. It’s perfect for last-minute Mother’s Day gifts—but if you want to keep it a surprise, it’s best to order now and plan to pick it up on the 9th.

Thank you for your continued support of Balloon Fiesta Stuff and Balloon Fiesta—and as always, we’ll keep things moving at hyperspace speed. 🚀