In 1985, we were privileged to be asked to release 10,000 16 inch balloons

(the size of beach balls) at Live Aid. 

The giant container we constructed ran the entire length of the stage, which was about the length of a city block. 

It was hidden by a fence that had been constructed in front of the stage. 

The balloons were released at 8:05 pm, when Phil Collins was introduced. 

There were so many, the release lasted the entire length of the song he sang!

Here's another shot of the Live Aid balloon release, showing the broadcast tower,

and some of the audience!

On 3 hours' notice, Classic Balloons was asked to release 5,000 red, white & blue helium balloons at a re-election rally for President Bush on Monday, Nov. 2, 1993 at the Briarcliffe Field House.

We also made a balloon swag to hide the bullet proof shields and 2 40' columns for the flag.

We often have to work in tight quarters.  Here's some of the preparation

for the balloon drop.

Cleaning up the mess--

and I'll bet you thought we were just

another pretty face!