Unlock your Imagination at TwIst & Shout 2026
February 17-20, 2027 • Raleigh, NC
26 years of Excellence (and fun!)
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World Class Instructors
Learn from top entertainers and artists in the balloon industry. Our instructors bring hands-on expertise to help you succeed.
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Comprehensive Curriculum
Engage in a wide array of classes focusing on everything from balloon sculptures and entertainment techniques to business strategies.
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Network with Legends
Connect with industry icons, emerging talents, and fellow balloon enthusiasts from around the globe.
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Exclusive Access
Gain access to balloon manufacturers, vendors showcasing the latest tools, from specialized aprons to instructional videos.
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Interactive Learning
Experience a community-driven environment with opportunities to jam, collaborate, and learn from peers.
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Awards & Recognition
Compete and gain recognition for your skills while showcasing your craft and creativity.
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Events & Celebrations
Join in on the fun! Make new friends, and catch up with each other in person.
2026 Gold Major Sponsors
2026 Bronze Major Sponsors
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Raleigh, North Carolina
Don’t miss a moment. Stay on site
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A Whole new world
“I always learn something that blows my mind and opens me up to a whole new world of possibilities”
Casey Rosenberg
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Learning from Each other
“T&S attracts people of all skill levels from beginners to those who have been twisting for decades. What makes it so special is that even the most seasoned twister can learn from the beginners. It’s the sharing of fresh ideas that makes our community strong. Plus, it’s a great excuse to get super dressed up!”
Marie Dadow
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Keep on twisting
“One of my favorite things about Twist and Shout is the sense of history behind this long running balloon artists convention.
Smarty Pants
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Wonderful Things Happen
“Ahh - memories…Twist & Shout is a fantastic convention, especially when strange and wonderful things happen! It’s highly likely it will happen again as there are lots of strange and wonderful people that go to T&S!”
Danny Schlesinger
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People Like you
“You will meet people like you and you will feel welcome…you will feel like one of the balloon community”
Antonio Bécares Rodriguez
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Great Investment
“An international crowd that brings friends together, a diverse teaching staff, a lively jam room, and world class competitions not matched anywhere else in the industry. This is such a great investment!”
Connie Ide-Monds
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I felt welcome
“Right off the bat, I felt welcome and instantly part of this amazing family…I had found my world. My place on the planet is there. With all of them.
And it doesn’t matter if you are beginner. I saw balloon legends sitting on the floor showing stuff to newbies.
Twist and Shout is my go-to convention…it will change your life!”
Martin Lemire
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