Photo booth rental cost guide for Los Angeles events

2025 Pricing Guide

How Much Does a Photo Booth Rental Cost in Los Angeles?

Every price, every booth type, no hidden fees.

Photo booth rental prices in Los Angeles vary widely — from $475 for a digital open air booth to $3,200 for a premium trading card experience. Here is exactly what Captured Celebrations charges in 2025, with no guesswork and no surprise fees on event day.

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What Does a Photo Booth Rental Actually Cost in Los Angeles?

Photo booth rental prices in Los Angeles vary widely depending on the booth type, whether you want prints, and how many hours you need — so a single answer rarely helps. This guide breaks down the exact 2025 pricing for every booth type we offer, with full transparency on what is and is not included.

We are Captured Celebrations — a Latino-owned, woman-owned photo booth company based in La Crescenta, CA, with 88 five-star Google reviews and 500+ events served across Los Angeles County. The prices below are our real 2025 pricing, not estimates or industry averages.

Every staffed package includes a professional bilingual attendant, custom digital overlay, unlimited sessions, instant sharing, props, and full setup and breakdown — with no hidden fees added later.

Quick answer:

Most LA events book a staffed Open Air Photo Booth for $475–$795 (3 hours). Weddings and quinceañeras typically invest $795–$1,350 for a premium experience. Corporate events and brand activations typically run $1,400–$3,200+ depending on booth type and duration.

2025 Photo Booth Pricing — Quick Reference

All prices are starting-tier. Click any booth type for full package details.

Booth TypeStarting AtDuration
Open Air Photo Booth$4753 hrs
Retro Mirror Booth$8503 hrs
Glam Booth$1,1003 hrs
Studio Quality Booth$8503 hrs
AI Caricature / Watercolor$9953 hrs
AI Photo Booth$1,5003 hrs
Trading Card Photo Booth$1,8003 hrs
360 Video Booth$1,4003 hrs
Drop-Off Self-Serve$5006 hrs
Audio Guestbook (standalone)$350Per event

Prices are for staffed rentals unless noted. Additional hours, prints, and add-ons are itemized separately.

What’s Included in Every Package

Every staffed Captured Celebrations rental includes these six things at no extra charge.

Professional Bilingual Attendant

Every staffed package includes a dedicated, bilingual (English/Spanish) attendant on-site for the full rental duration.

Unlimited Sessions

Guests can use the booth as many times as they want throughout the rental period. No per-session limits.

Custom Digital Overlay

Every package includes a custom-designed digital overlay with your event name, colors, date, and logo if applicable.

Instant Digital Sharing

Photos and videos are delivered instantly via SMS and email, ready to post to social media before guests even leave the event.

Props Kit

A curated prop kit is included with every staffed rental — signs, glasses, hats, and event-themed accessories.

Setup & Breakdown

We handle all delivery, setup, and breakdown — typically 60–90 minutes before your event start time. No hidden labor charges.

Photo Booth Packages — Full Pricing Details

All packages include a bilingual attendant, custom overlay, and digital gallery.

Open Air Photo Booth

Most Popular
Bronze – Digital Essentials$4753 hrs
Silver – Social Experience$6003 hrs
Gold – Print Party$7953 hrs

What’s included:

  • Dedicated bilingual attendant for full rental
  • Custom-designed print template (event name, colors, logo)
  • Instant digital delivery via SMS and email
  • Post-event digital gallery of all photos
  • Prop kit included
  • Setup and breakdown fully managed

Good to know:

Bronze ($475) is digital-only. Silver ($600) adds unlimited digital sharing. Gold ($795) includes one physical print per person per session. The most flexible booth — works indoors, outdoors, any venue.

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Retro Mirror Booth

Statement Piece
Retro Silver Experience$8503 hrs
Retro Gold Experience$1,1003 hrs
Retro Signature Experience$1,3504 hrs

What’s included:

  • Floor-to-ceiling interactive mirror with animated prompts
  • Custom overlay and branded design
  • Animated on-screen interactions between photos
  • One print per person per session
  • Bilingual attendant included
  • Digital gallery delivery

Good to know:

The visual centerpiece of any reception. The ornate mirror frame becomes part of your event décor. Signature package (4 hrs, $1,350) recommended for weddings with 150+ guests.

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Glam Booth

Best for Quinceañeras
Glam Experience$1,1003 hrs

What’s included:

  • High-key studio lighting for flattering portraits
  • Black and white or color processing
  • 4×6 prints per session
  • Custom print template design
  • Bilingual attendant included
  • Digital gallery delivery

Good to know:

Most requested for quinceañeras and upscale weddings. The high-key lighting produces the most consistently flattering photos of any booth type.

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Studio Quality Booth

Studio Digital$8503 hrs
Studio Print$9503 hrs
Studio Signature$1,1503 hrs

What’s included:

  • Professional studio lighting setup
  • DSLR camera — highest photo resolution of any standard booth
  • Custom print template design
  • One print per person per session (Print & Signature tiers)
  • Bilingual attendant included
  • Digital gallery delivery

Good to know:

Produces the sharpest, most professionally finished photos. Preferred by corporate clients and brand activations where print quality matters.

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AI Caricature / Watercolor Booth

AI Caricature / Watercolor$9953 hrs

What’s included:

  • AI transforms guest photos into caricatures or watercolor art
  • Custom branded style themes for your event
  • Instant digital delivery optimized for social sharing
  • Dedicated attendant
  • Post-event digital gallery

Good to know:

A unique artistic alternative to standard photo booths. Great for art-themed events, corporate activations, and any host who wants something truly memorable.

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AI Photo Booth

Highest Share Rate
AI Digital Only$1,5003 hrs
AI Print Booth$2,5003 hrs

What’s included:

  • AI transformation — guests become characters, celebrities, or art
  • Custom branded AI style themes for your event
  • Instant digital delivery optimized for social sharing
  • 89% social share rate — highest of any booth type
  • Dedicated attendant with AI coaching
  • Post-event digital gallery

Good to know:

AI Digital ($1,500) is digital-only — no prints. AI Print Booth ($2,500) includes prints. Best choice for corporate events and brand activations where social reach is the goal.

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Trading Card Photo Booth

Corporate Favorite
Digital Trading Cards$1,8003 hrs
Classic Card Experience$2,4003 hrs
Premium Collector$3,2003 hrs

What’s included:

  • Guests become their own collectible trading card
  • Custom branded card design per your event theme
  • Digital delivery for every guest (Digital tier)
  • Printed physical cards (Classic & Premium tiers)
  • Dedicated specialist attendant
  • Post-event digital gallery

Good to know:

Designed for high-volume corporate events and brand activations. Premium Collector ($3,200) includes holographic foil printing and premium card stock. The most shareable keepsake we offer.

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360 Video Booth

Crowd Stopper
360 Silver — digital, 2 attendants$1,4003 hrs
360 Gold — LED ring + slo-mo upgrade$1,7003 hrs

What’s included:

  • 360° rotating arm platform — guests step on, arm spins around them
  • Slow-motion cinematic video clip per session
  • Custom branded video overlay (logo, hashtag, event name)
  • Instant video delivery via SMS
  • LED lighting effects (Gold tier)
  • 2 dedicated specialist attendants
  • Post-event gallery of all video clips

Good to know:

Additional hours at $300/hr. Requires a 12×12 ft clear footprint. The most talked-about experience at any event. Silver ($1,400) or Gold ($1,700) depending on the LED and slow-motion upgrade.

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What Affects Photo Booth Rental Cost in Los Angeles

Booth Type

The biggest pricing variable. Open air starts at $475. AI booths start at $1,500 because of the technology and specialist operation required. 360 Video Booths start at $1,400.

Event Duration

Most packages are priced for 3 hours. Longer events add $150/hr for standard booths. The 360 booth adds $300/hr. Idle time (booth on-site but not operating) is $75/hr.

Print vs. Digital

Digital-only packages cost less than print packages. Our Open Air Bronze ($475) is digital-only. Gold ($795) includes one physical print per person per session.

Guest Count

More guests means more sessions and more attendant attention. For events over 200 guests, we recommend 4+ hours or a second unit to prevent long wait times.

Travel

Most of LA County is included in our standard pricing with no travel fee. Locations beyond 35 miles from La Crescenta may incur a small travel fee disclosed upfront — always before you book.

Season & Day of Week

Peak season (May–June, September–December) and Saturday evenings book faster. Pricing is consistent year-round, but availability is limited — early booking is the best way to secure your date.

Popular Add-Ons & Upgrades

Enhance any package — all add-ons are optional and itemized clearly in your quote.

Audio Guestbook (add-on)

$250

Vintage rotary phone — guests record voice messages. Most popular wedding add-on. $350 as a standalone rental.

Roamer Add-On

+$150/unit

A handheld setup roams your event capturing candid moments between booth visits.

Step & Repeat Backdrop

$350

Custom branded step-and-repeat banner — ideal for red carpet arrivals and corporate brand activations.

Guest Book Add-On

$175

Physical printed photo guest book — guests paste their prints and write personal messages.

4×6 Print Upgrade

$150

Upgrade from 2×6 strip prints to full 4×6 postcard-format prints.

Additional Hour (any booth)

$150/hr

Add time beyond your package minimum. Applies to all standard booths; 360 Video Booth adds at $300/hr.

Idle Hour

$75/hr

Booth is on-site and set up but not actively running — useful for cocktail hours or dinner breaks.

Drop-Off Self-Serve Rental

$500

6-hour self-operated rental — we deliver, set up, and pick up. No attendant. Best for budget-conscious events.

Photo Booth Cost FAQs — Los Angeles

What is the average cost of a photo booth rental in Los Angeles?

At Captured Celebrations, photo booth rentals range from $475 to $3,200 for a 3-hour staffed event, depending on the booth type. Open Air packages start at $475 (digital-only) and go up to $795 (with prints). Mirror booths start at $850. AI booths start at $1,500. Trading Card booths start at $1,800. The most popular choice for weddings and quinceañeras is the Open Air Gold or Retro Mirror Silver, typically $795–$850.

Are there travel fees for Los Angeles events?

There are no travel fees for events within LA County — the vast majority of our bookings. For events outside LA County or beyond approximately 35 miles from La Crescenta, a travel fee may apply. We always disclose any travel fees upfront in your quote, before you commit to booking.

What does "from $X" mean — are there hidden fees?

No hidden fees. The price shown in your quote is the price you pay, plus applicable tax. "From $X" means that's the lowest-tier package for that booth type — higher tiers include prints, upgraded experiences, or longer rental duration. All optional add-ons (audio guestbook, step & repeat, etc.) are itemized separately and never added without your approval.

How long is a typical photo booth rental?

3 hours is our standard package duration for most booth types. That covers the typical cocktail hour plus reception, or a standard corporate activation. Need more time? Additional hours are $150/hr for standard booths (Open Air, Mirror, Glam, Studio, AI). The 360 Video Booth adds at $300/hr. We also offer idle-hour pricing ($75/hr) for booths that need to be on-site during dinner or a ceremony break.

Do you offer packages for large events?

Yes — our Trading Card Photo Booth and AI Photo Booth are specifically designed for high-volume corporate events and brand activations. The Trading Card Premium Collector package ($3,200) and AI Print Booth ($2,500) are built for throughput and brand impact. For very large events (500+ guests), we also offer multi-unit setups. Call us at (747) 895-4473 to discuss a custom package.

What is the cheapest photo booth rental option?

The most budget-friendly option is our Drop-Off Self-Serve Rental at $500 for 6 hours — we deliver, set up, and pick up the booth, and your team operates it (no attendant). For a fully staffed experience with a bilingual attendant, the Open Air Bronze package starts at $475 for 3 hours (digital-only, no prints). Call (747) 895-4473 to find the right fit for your budget.

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