How Many Hours Should You Book a Photo Booth For?

Booking the right number of hours matters more than most people think. Too short and the booth feels rushed. Too long and you’re paying for time your guests won’t use. Here’s the simplest way to choose the best package based on guest count and how events actually flow.

Quick cheat sheet (guest count → hours)

If you’re around 81–99 guests, it depends on your timeline. If you expect a late-night peak or lots of big family photos, 5 hours usually feels better.

Core Booth (3 hours) — best for up to 80 guests

Core is perfect for smaller events where most guests will take a turn once and move on. It keeps the booth fun without the schedule feeling tight.

Best for:

• Birthdays and small family parties

• Shorter receptions

• Events with fewer “waves” of guests

Signature Booth (5 hours) — best for 100–250 guests

This is the sweet spot for most busy events. Photo booths don’t stay evenly busy all night — they usually spike later once people loosen up and start taking group photos.

Sharing station included
For 5-hour rentals, we include a sharing station so guests can send their media without holding up the booth line.

Best for:

• Quinces and weddings

• Events with a long timeline

• Families who want time for multiple rounds of photos

Premiere Booth (7 hours) — best for 250+ guests

If you’re expecting a large crowd, 7 hours helps avoid bottlenecks and keeps the booth available across the full event. This is ideal for big guest lists where people rotate in and out throughout the night.

Best for:

• Large receptions and community events

• High-traffic venues

• Events with lots of group photos

How events actually use the booth

At most events (especially quinceañeras & weddings), guests don’t visit the photo booth much during formal moments like dances, speeches, or when the host is talking. The booth usually gets busiest later in the night — especially after people loosen up.

Our 30-minute warning

We always give a 30-minute warning before the scheduled end time. This usually triggers one last rush of group photos and extra prints, so you get the most value out of your rental time.

FAQ

• What if I’m right around 90–100 guests?

  If your timeline is short and structured, 3 hours can work. If you expect a late peak or big family groups, 5 hours is the safer choice.

• Is 2 hours ever enough?

  Sometimes for very small events, but most parties feel less rushed at 3+ hours.

• Will the booth be busy the whole time?

  Sometimes, but usually no. Booth usage comes in waves, which is why extra time often feels “more worth it.”

• How do you keep the line moving?

  We guide guests through the process and use a sharing station so sharing doesn’t slow down the booth.

• Can we add more time if the party is still going?

  If we’re available and the venue allows it, you can add extra time on the spot. We’ll do a last-call warning near the end so you can decide before time runs out.

• What’s the difference between prints and digital sharing?

  Prints come out instantly at the booth. Digital sharing lets guests send their photos to their phone. Sharing works best with a stable connection, and we use a sharing station to keep the booth line moving.

Want a quick recommendation for your event?

Send your event date, start/end time, location, guest count, and event type. We’ll recommend the best package and confirm availability.