Erica Carlson entertains children and their families with balloon sculptures, magic shows, and more. For over 25 years, Erica has made life better for thousands of people in the Central Ohio area at schools, libraries, community events, private parties, company gatherings, and child care centers. She has published two children’s books about her live hedgehog sidekick, Sedgie the Hedgie. Erica loves refueling teachers and parents to give their best, helping families make memories, and inspiring children to get excited about reading!
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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
- Tuesday, July 21, 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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- Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northern Lights Branch | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
4093 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43224, United States
view on mapCome see two talented magicians create lots of laughter and gasps of amazement. Erica Carlson and Magic Nate will take the stage together in a family-friendly show to entertain and inspire with thrilling tricks, loose competition, and the right amount of teamwork to make Sedgie the Hedgie, the live hedgehog, appear!
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- Friday, July 24, 2026
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Hurt-Battelle Memorial Library | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
270 Lilly Chapel Rd, West Jefferson, OH 43162, United States
view on mapCome see two talented magicians create lots of laughter and gasps of amazement. Erica Carlson and Magic Nate will take the stage together in a family-friendly show to entertain and inspire with thrilling tricks, loose competition, and the right amount of teamwork to make Sedgie the Hedgie, the live hedgehog, appear!
Stick around after the show for simple balloon creations made by Erica!
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- Tuesday, July 28, 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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- Thursday, July 30, 2026
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Beavercreek Community Library | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Peace Lutheran Church: 3530 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, OH 45432
view on mapCome celebrate the end of summer reading at the Finale Party! Erica will be twisting unique balloon creations for those in attendance!
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