A year ago swiss social media phenomenon @Zukkihund had posted an infographic which stated that the fun factor of visiting IKEA drops dramatically when you turn 9 and you are no longer allowed to enter the ballpit in the Småland play area for children. When @Zukkihund publicly asked if IKEA could throw a ball pit party for grownups, the feedback was - wonder why - overwhelming. And IKEA was in. The swedish company always aims to communicate with a twinkle in the eye - and this idea promised a lot of fun! On Saturday, 27th of June 2015, IKEA opened the gates. A pool of 10x5 meter. Filled with more than 100'000 balls! ("Bölleli" is the Swiss german term for balls - so this was called a Bölleliparty!)
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Sliding into an ocean of colors
Grownups enjoying a bath in the ball pit
Over 100'000 balls were provided by IKEA
Never too old to feel like a child again
Worth the wait: Böllelibad
For grownups only. And one husky.
Initiator "Zukkihund" enjoying a bath
Initiator "Zukkihund" surrounded by fans and balls.
