Erica Carlson entertains children and their families with balloon sculptures, magic shows, and more. For over 20 years, Erica has made life better for thousands of people in the Central Ohio area at private parties, company events, festivals, libraries, child care centers, and schools. She can teach workshops showing kids how to twist their own balloons, and she is even friends with the Easter Bunny!
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About Erica
Based in Central Ohio, Erica is an author, magician, and balloon artist. She’s also a mom, wife, sister, daughter, and friend. Her goal is to be a positive and uplifting person to those she interacts with and help create fun memories.
FAQs
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Contact
Have questions or ready to book your next event? Contact Erica for more information, including rates and availability.
Upcoming Events
- Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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Chauncey Public Library | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
29 Converse St Chauncey, OH, United States
view on mapMid-Week Mischief: Balloon Mystery Magic Show with Sedgie the Hedgie
Event Details
Do you like a good mystery? Erica had some balloons to twist, but where did they all go? It’s a mystery waiting to be solved, and Erica’s pet hedgehog is the prime suspect! Help author and magician Erica Carlson solve this mystery during her family-friendly, interactive magic show to find the balloons AND her spiky pal Sedgie the Hedgie, the live hedgehog. This show inspired Erica’s second children’s book Sedgie the Hedgie Solves the Case (2024). Best for ages 3-7, but the young and the young at heart are welcome.
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- Friday, May 1, 2026
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Worthington STEAMFest | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Worthington Community Center 345 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, United States
view on mapJoin us for STEAMfest, a free, hands-on event where Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math come to life!
Enjoy a variety of interactive experiences, including:
- A science show (performed by Erica at 6:15, 6:45, and 7:15)
- Creative, hands-on art projects with the McConnell Arts Center
- Crafts, games, and engaging activities led by Community Center staff
- Hands-on learning experiences designed for all ages
- An indoor inflatable slide for safe, active fun
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- Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Benny's Pizza | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
968 Columbus Ave, Marysville, OH 43040
view on mapCome enjoy a yummy dinner and get unique balloon creations from Erica as she goes from table to table!
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- Monday, May 11, 2026
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Coffee Connections Magical Storytime | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Coffee Connections 4004 Main St, Hilliard, OH 43026, United States
view on mapIf you love stories and building community, come see Erica and Sedgie the Hedgie at the Coffee Connections annex. You won't want to miss it! Free and open to the public, but please be sure to visit the coffee shop before or after to support local! 🙂 Also, Captain Kelly's Cookies will be there with delicious cookies for sale! Thanks for supporting local!
Books and stuffed Sedgie the Hedgie plushies will be availbale for purchase.
$20/hardcover, $15/paperback, $15/plushie
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- Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Benny's Pizza | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
968 Columbus Ave, Marysville, OH 43040
view on mapCome enjoy a yummy dinner and get unique balloon creations from Erica as she goes from table to table!
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