Photo booth rental costs $400 to $1,000, depending on the booth size and type, package, add-ons, and event length. The price falls at the higher end of the range for a booth staffed by an operator.

Most photo booth packages include setup and takedown. Some packages also include customized photo templates, personalized photo strips, a guestbook, or flipbooks.

Renting a selfie station costs $300+, while renting a 360-degree photo booth costs $1,000 to $2,500.

A photo booth is a freestanding kiosk or curtained area where guests can take photos against a backdrop, often with fun, themed props. Small, enclosed booths allow one to three guests to take photos together, while larger booths provide enough space for groups of 6 to 8 people or more.

Photo booths are either self-serve or hosted by an attendant. Smaller selfie-stations feature a touch-screen tablet surrounded by a ring light and are typically self-serve. Larger booths more often have an attendant to operate the camera and interact with guests.

A photo booth provides a fun, customizable way to engage guests of all ages at your event. Photo booths allow your guests to create unique, personalized souvenirs and party favors. Guests appreciate the instant gratification of receiving printed photos right away.

A photo booth can be an entertaining addition to events of all kinds, including:

• Weddings
• Birthdays
• Quinceañeras
• Bar and bat mitzvahs
• Anniversary parties
• Reunions
• Prom night or school events
• Corporate events
• Fundraisers

Yes, tip a photo booth attendant $50 to $100, depending on your event's length. Consider tipping on the higher end of the range if the attendant went above and beyond to entertain and engage your guests.

If you are a guest at an event, there is no need to tip the photo booth attendant as tipping is the host's responsibility.

Follow these tips to save money when renting a photo booth:

• Book a shorter rental time.
• Choose a booth without an attendant.
• Book your rental on a weekday or during the off-season.
• Consider a mail-order booth rental company.
• Bundle photo booth rental and photography services from one company.
• Ask if your organization or school is eligible for a discount.

Before hiring a photo booth rental company, take these steps:

• Confirm your venue has enough space for a photo booth.
• Decide which photo booth style, type, and add-ons you want.
• Ask for referrals from friends, family, and your event planner.
• Read photo booth rental company reviews on Fash and Google.
• Get a detailed contract in writing listing everything included in your package.
• Get the refund and cancellation policy in writing.
• Confirm whether the company retains the copyright to the images for marketing purposes.

Ask these questions to ensure you hire the best photo booth rental company near you:

• What rental packages do you offer?
• Can I see a portfolio of photos from your previous events?
• Is the photo booth open-air or enclosed?
• Will an attendant operate the booth during my event?
• What props and backgrounds does the package include?
• Does the package include unlimited prints? If not, how much are prints and what size are they?
• Do you provide digital copies of the images? If yes, in what format?
• Can you customize the photo template or background for my event?
• Does the package include social media integration?
• What other features are available?
• Will I need to provide access to a power outlet, table, or other items?
• Do you charge delivery and setup fees, and do you subtract setup and takedown time from my package hours?