What to Know Before Booking a Photo Booth for Your Wedding
If you’re in wedding planning mode, odds are a photo booth is somewhere on your list — maybe not at the top, but on there somewhere.
It’s one of those things guests love, planners swear by, and couples usually book after everything else is settled. But just because it’s not the main event doesn’t mean it doesn’t deserve a little thought.
Here’s what we’ve learned from working hundreds of weddings, and what’s worth knowing before you lock one in.
A Booth Isn’t Just for Photos! It’s a Shared Memory Spot
Yes, it takes photos. But the booth is really more about moments. It’s where your friends gather between speeches, where your grandma grabs your college roommate and pulls them into a goofy shot, where your bridal party shows up ten times with different poses and one drink deeper each round.
A good photo booth becomes its own little corner of joy — part entertainment, part keepsake, part emotional time capsule.
Think About When It’s Actually in Use
Most couples schedule the booth to run during the reception, which works great. But also think about when your guests will actually be using it.
Some things to consider:
Is it open during cocktail hour?
Will it compete with speeches or the first dance?
Do you want it to stay open after the cake cutting?
There’s no right answer, but thinking through the flow of your evening helps the booth feel like a natural part of the night and not something people only find on their way out.
Location Matters More Than You Think
The best photo booths live where the energy is: close enough to the action to feel lively, but not so close that they interrupt the DJ or block a major walkway.
Some venues tuck the booth into a side room or hallway. That can work, but you may get fewer guests using it. We’ve found the sweet spot is somewhere visible but not in the way. If your venue has an outdoor patio or a side lounge near the bar, that’s usually gold.
Print Style Can Set the Tone
There are two main options for photo booth prints:
2x6 strips (classic, playful, nostalgic)
4x6 prints (more polished, frameable, often used at weddings)
Strips are great if your crowd is rowdy and you want fast turnarounds and fun vibes. Full-size prints tend to feel more elegant and match the tone of formal events. Some couples choose one or the other based on what they want guests to take home.
Learn more about the differences of a 2x6 strip and 4x6 print
You Don’t Need 100 Props. You Just Need the Right Setup.
Props can be fun, but they’re not what makes or breaks the experience. In fact, some of the best wedding galleries we’ve seen have zero props — just great lighting, a clean backdrop, and guests being themselves.
Instead of focusing on quantity, look for a booth that matches your aesthetic. One with clean cables, a styled backdrop, and an overlay that fits your wedding theme goes a lot further than a mustache-on-a-stick.
Final Thought
A photo booth might not be the first thing you book but it’s often one of the last things your guests remember.
Whether you’re planning something classic or playful, indoor or outdoor, the best booths feel like a seamless part of the night. They capture the energy, not just the image.
We’ve worked all types of weddings, and we’re happy to help you figure out what kind of booth fits yours best.
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