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Glow in the Dark Water Balloons

July 16, 2014 By: Michele McDonald53 Comments

Are you ready for the be all-end all of outdoor entertainment after dark?
I don’t know about where you live, but here in TN it’s still pretty hot and humid out even after the sun goes down from June-August. A water balloon fight would not be an unwelcome event! But, a water balloon fight in the dark? The logistics aren’t really there.
But how about a glow in the dark water balloon fight?? Yes!
How is everyone seeing each other? Well, the water balloons in hand obviously, but also you would ideally be playing right at dusk, when you can just make out the other people in the yard. Sounds fun, right?

Let me start off with a few precautions…
  • Be sure the glow sticks you purchase state that they are non-toxic. 
  • Glow sticks should be placed in the water balloons by an adult. There is a chance it could crack and the chemicals inside could leak out. If you have the non-toxic sticks you will be fine, but be sure to rinse any of the chemicals off the skin as soon as possible.
  • Do not break open the glow sticks to pour the solution into a water balloon. There is glass inside that could cut you and puncture the balloon. Not a wise idea.
Note: Accidentally cracking a glow stick will not result in you getting cut by the glass inside. Most likely the crack that forms will only be large enough for the liquids inside to leak out.
To get the kids involved in at least part of the preparation I let them light up all of the glow sticks we were going to use. It keeps their hands busy. As they light them up, you can begin putting them in the water balloons.
Both the water balloons and glow sticks can be found at the dollar store. You can’t beat summer fun that only costs a few dollars!
1. Gently fold the glow stick into thirds.
2. Pull the balloon completely over one end of the glow stick.
3. Continue to roll the balloon down over the glow stick.
Boom! You’re ready to add water!
 
Adding the glow sticks to the balloons may take some trial and error, but eventually you will get comfortable with the process and really start knocking them out! If a glow stick does happen to crack, toss it in the trash and move on to the next one.
The water balloons should come with a little plastic nozzle you can place over the end of your hose. Use it to slowly fill up the balloons. The glow sticks may poke and protrude inside the balloons, but they should not cause them to pop.
Continue to fill up those balloons and pretty soon you will have a bucket full of fun!
My little guys had so much fun throwing these at each other!
And afterwards, they had a lot of fun glow sticks to play with in the dark.
Win-win!
Linking up to Flamingo Toes, Today’s Creative Blog, The Shabby Creek Cottage, Tidymom, Whipperberry, 
My Repurposed Life, 30 Days, Tatertots & Jello, Serenity Now, and other great parties found on my party page.
 
 

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Comments

  1. Jennifer says

    July 3, 2019 at 2:43 PM

    Congratulations, Michele! Your post will be featured this week at the Weekend Blog Hop at My Flagstaff Home! –Jennifer

    Reply
  2. Jennifer says

    June 29, 2019 at 11:26 AM

    Oh my gosh, who would have thought? This is such a great idea. Thanks for inspiring us at the Weekend Blog Hop at My Flagstaff Home. –Jennifer

    Reply
  3. Laurie says

    June 25, 2019 at 4:19 PM

    Wow!
    We have teens, not littles, but I have a feeling they’d have a blast with this idea!

    Thanks for the inspiration!

    Blessings, Laurie

    Reply
  4. Jenny says

    May 18, 2018 at 7:13 AM

    Awesome idea for family night fun! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
  5. Chas says

    May 17, 2018 at 4:11 PM

    So fun! I have done this with plastic eggs and hid them for fun in the summer – will have to try this one too. Thanks for sharing on To Grandma’s House We Go!

    Reply
  6. Amy says

    May 14, 2018 at 2:47 PM

    What a great idea! Thank you for sharing at Happiness is Homemade link party.

    Reply
  7. Jenny says

    May 14, 2018 at 6:25 AM

    What a fun idea! Kids and adults will love playing glow in the dark water balloons. Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday. Hope to see you at the party next week!

    Reply
  8. Hil says

    July 2, 2017 at 7:43 PM

    We had an epic water fight this weekend, I will have to remember these for next time!!

    Thanks so much for sharing at #bloggerspotlight

    Reply
  9. Kimberly says

    July 2, 2017 at 6:41 PM

    Such an easy and neat idea for kids! Thanks for sharing on #TurnItUpTuesday.

    Reply
  10. Michele says

    July 1, 2017 at 5:37 AM

    Awesome idea!

    Reply
  11. Multicultural Motherhood says

    June 30, 2017 at 5:10 PM

    Wow this looks so much fun! Need to try it with my kids. #FrugalMommas

    Reply
  12. sandra says

    June 28, 2017 at 3:37 PM

    This sounds like so much fun and my grandkids will love it!

    Reply
  13. Kim~madeinaday says

    June 26, 2017 at 7:20 PM

    These look so fun! I know they were a hit! Sharing on social media! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
    Kim

    Reply
  14. Gentle Joy Photography says

    June 26, 2017 at 9:47 AM

    Those look fun! 😉

    Reply
  15. Desibillee says

    September 14, 2016 at 2:18 AM

    Thanks a lot for sharing the DIY tips! I really appreciate the precautions you have noted in your blog post.

    Reply
  16. ELi says

    June 9, 2016 at 2:01 PM

    This is really cool I’m going to post it on my blog if you don’t mind and will link your website to. Such a great and creative idea.

    Reply
    • Michele McDonald says

      June 9, 2016 at 4:30 PM

      You are more than welcome to post 1 photo with a link back, but please do now share the entire post. Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  17. sahana says

    June 5, 2016 at 8:17 PM

    How fun! Such an unique idea.Thank you for sharing with us at #HomeMattersParty. We hope to see you again next week on Friday, @ 12.00AM EST

    Reply
  18. Cristina at Ava's Alphabet says

    June 4, 2016 at 10:04 PM

    Awesome idea! This looks like so much fun! I would love it if you linked up this post at the Family Joy Blog Link-up Party which starts on Sundays at 12EST on Ava’s Alphabet and 5 other blogs. Hope you are having a great weekend!

    Reply
  19. Mother of 3 says

    June 1, 2016 at 7:25 AM

    Sounds so fun! My boys love both water balloons and glow sticks; combining them sounds just perfect.

    Reply
  20. Margie says

    May 29, 2016 at 1:59 AM

    What a great idea! Perfect for a fourth of July picnic while waiting for the fireworks to start.

    Reply
  21. Amanda says

    July 6, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    What a great camping activity!
    Thanks for sharing your post with the #homemattersparty. We’re glad to have you.

    Reply
  22. Jelli says

    July 3, 2015 at 8:08 PM

    Genius! Love this idea and will definitely pin it to remember for future camp outs and retreats. I know kids (and adults) will love it!

    Reply
  23. Katie says

    July 2, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    Really cool idea, we’ve got tons of glowsticks lying around, thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  24. Mary Gilbert says

    July 1, 2015 at 8:39 PM

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing on Your Whims Wednesday

    Reply
  25. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:33 AM

    What a super cute idea! Living in Florida it’s almost too hot to be outside during the day unless your submerged in water. So we do a lot of activities outside at night and this is great, I pinned it to remind me later! 🙂

    Reply
  26. Bobbi @ 3GLOL says

    July 19, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    Awesome idea!! I wanna play now. 🙂

    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  27. Devany LeDrew says

    July 18, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    BRILLIANT! Sharing at Still Playing School’s Facebook page and pinning!

    Reply
  28. Crystal Nell says

    July 17, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    I love these glow in the dark water balloons. How fun to play at night 🙂

    Reply

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