Wedding Photo Booth Cost: Prices, Packages, and What to Expect

TLDR: A wedding photo booth costs $400 to $1,200 for a standard three to four hour rental, with WeddingWire reporting a starting price around $551. Most booths bill by the hour, and packages include prints, a backdrop, props, and an attendant. Below we break down what drives the price, the booth types, and how to get a crowd-pleasing booth without overspending.

A photo booth is one of the most loved non-dancing activities at a reception, and the prints double as favors guests take home. It is also priced by the hour with a lot of add-ons, so quotes vary. ThePerfectWedding.com pulled the current figures from WeddingWire and industry sources so you can budget with real numbers, then paired them with our photo booth ideas.

How Much Does a Wedding Photo Booth Cost?

For a standard wedding, plan for $400 to $1,200 for a three to four hour rental, with WeddingWire citing a starting point near $551. Booths bill by the hour, so the longer you keep it, the higher the cost, though many companies discount longer hires. Budget setups start around $100 per hour, while premium experiences with props, custom backdrops, and extras like a 360 booth reach $300 or more per hour. Check the line against our budget breakdown.

Because a photo booth is an entertainment extra rather than an essential, it is one of the easier lines to scale up or down. The right number depends on how central you want it to be to the guest experience.

What Does a Photo Booth Package Include?

Knowing what is in a package helps you compare quotes fairly. Most wedding photo booth rentals include:

• An attendant to set up, run the booth, and keep the energy up.
• Unlimited prints, usually classic photo strips or single images guests take home.
• A backdrop, from a simple standard option to a custom design matched to your theme.
• Props such as signs, hats, and glasses for playful photos.
• Digital copies, social sharing, and often a guest book of duplicate strips.

What Are the Different Types of Photo Booths?

Booth style affects both the look and the price. Here is what each type typically runs in 2026.

Booth type	Typical cost	Best for
Classic enclosed booth	$400 to $700	Nostalgic, private, candid strips
Open-air booth	$500 to $900	Larger group shots, flexible spaces
360 video booth	$900 to $1,500	Social-ready video moments, statement extra
DJ or photographer add-on	$300 to $600	Budget-friendly when bundled

What Drives the Price of a Wedding Photo Booth?

Several factors move the number up or down:

• Hours of coverage: the main driver, since booths bill hourly.
• Booth type: a 360 video booth costs more than a classic enclosed booth.
• Add-ons: custom backdrops, premium props, guest books, and scrapbooks raise the price.
• Prints: unlimited prints cost more than a capped number, but guests love them.
• Travel and idle time: distant venues or long gaps between use can add fees.

How Can You Save on a Wedding Photo Booth?

Book the booth for the hours guests will actually use it, typically the open-dancing portion of the reception, rather than the full event. Ask your DJ or photographer whether they offer a booth as a bundled add-on, which often comes at a lower rate than a standalone company. Choose a classic or open-air booth over a premium 360 setup if budget is tight. And compare at least three quotes, since pricing and inclusions vary widely. Our reception playlist guide helps you plan the rest of the entertainment.

When Should You Book a Wedding Photo Booth?

Book your photo booth about five months before the wedding, and sooner for peak-season dates when the best companies fill up. Confirm exactly what is included, the hours, the booth type, the backdrop and props, the prints, and any travel or idle-time fees, and get it in writing. Read reviews across Google, The Knot, and WeddingWire to gauge reliability and print quality before you commit.

Are Photo Booths Worth It for a Wedding?

For most couples, yes. A photo booth gives guests something to do during the parts of the reception when they are not dancing, and it tends to draw the people who would otherwise hover at the edges of the dance floor. The prints double as favors, the digital copies and social sharing extend the fun online, and a guest book of duplicate strips becomes a keepsake you will actually look at. It also complements your photographer rather than replacing them, capturing the silly, candid energy that posed photos never quite catch.

Which Photo Booth Add-Ons Are Worth Paying For?

Not every upgrade earns its place, so spend where it adds to the guest experience. A custom backdrop matched to your theme photographs beautifully and is worth it for many couples. A guest book or scrapbook of duplicate strips is one of the most loved extras, since you keep a copy of every photo with a note. Good props and an engaged attendant matter more than a fancy booth shell. Social sharing is worth it if your guests are active online. Extras like extended hours past the dancing or premium print finishes are easier to skip if budget is tight.

What Should You Ask a Photo Booth Company?

A few direct questions before booking prevent surprises on the day. Ask:

• What exactly is included in the package, and for how many hours?
• Are prints unlimited, and do guests get a copy on the spot?
• Is an attendant included for the full rental, and do they engage guests?
• Are there travel or idle-time fees if there is a gap before dancing starts?
• Can we customize the backdrop and print design to match our theme?

Getting the answers in writing, and reading reviews across Google, The Knot, and WeddingWire, confirms you are hiring a professional whose booth will be a hit rather than an afterthought.

It also helps to set expectations on the experience itself. The best booths are run by an attendant who actively pulls guests in, swaps props, and keeps a line moving, which is what turns a booth from a quiet corner into the busiest spot at the reception. When you read reviews, look for comments on the attendant and the energy as much as the photo quality, because a great booth is as much about the host as the hardware.

“A photo booth is the line couples are happiest they added, because it gives guests something to do beyond dancing and sends everyone home with a print. You do not need the most expensive 360 setup. A solid open-air booth with good props and an engaged attendant fills a guest book with the kind of candid photos you will treasure.”

Sarah Glasbergen, Senior Wedding Editor at ThePerfectWedding.com [DRAFT QUOTE: needs approval]

• How much does a wedding photo booth cost?

  Most wedding packages run $400 to $1,200 for a 3 to 4 hour rental, with WeddingWire citing a starting price around $551. Hourly rates range from $100 to $300 or more depending on booth type and add-ons.

• How many hours do I need a photo booth?

  Three to four hours usually covers the open-dancing portion of the reception, when guests use the booth most. Booking only the active hours keeps the cost down.

• What is included in a photo booth rental?

  Typically an attendant, unlimited prints, a backdrop, props, digital copies, and often a guest book. Confirm exactly what is included, since packages vary.

• Is a 360 booth worth the extra cost?

  A 360 video booth is a fun, social-ready statement extra, but it costs more, often $900 to $1,500. A classic or open-air booth delivers prints guests love for less.

• Can I get a photo booth through my DJ or photographer?

  Often yes, as a bundled add-on, which usually costs less than a standalone company, around $300 to $600. Ask your vendors whether they offer one.

• How far in advance should I book a photo booth?

  Book about five months out, sooner for peak season. Confirm the hours, booth type, inclusions, and any travel fees in writing before you commit.

The bottom line on wedding photo booths: budget $400 to $1,200 for a standard rental, book only the hours guests will use it, and decide how much of a statement you want it to be. It is a pure extra, which makes it easy to scale to your budget, and the prints double as favors that guests genuinely keep. Bundle it with your DJ or photographer if you can, compare a few quotes, and slot it into your overall budget as the fun line it is.