50+ Wedding Photo Booth Ideas to Have Fun

How to Set Up a DIY Photo Booth On a Budget

Wedding photo booths do play an important part in your big day. They help to create stunning images in an effortless way, break the ice, and provide laughs throughout the day. What’s more, it’s a fun and interesting way to record the guests and their wishes for the couple. Of course, photo booths allow guests to take images of themselves, which saves you time photographing all the guests and they will also have much fun. Check out these creative wedding photo booth ideas and get inspired.

What is a wedding photo booth?

Photo booths are a great entertainment option for wedding guests during breaks between speeches and formal events. A wedding photo booth is a specially designed space that offers a backdrop for guests to be photographed with or without the couple. Photo booths have become essential components of weddings, as they effortlessly produce amusing pictures. They can also function as a decorative feature and contribute to the overall ambiance.

The Best Photo Booth Ideas

You can really bring your wedding photos to life with a photo booth. They will bring life and enthusiasm to your wedding and may even help break the silence between guests. And the greatest part? Whether it’s an intricate structure, a rental one or a simple DIY photo booth idea, setting it up is as simple as you want it to be. The finishing touches on your wedding theme include the photo booth items, the color palette, and the lighting. Feel free to get as imaginative as you like with these unique wedding photo booth ideas!

Photo Booth Bus

When it comes to movable photo booths, nothing beats a bus. A booth bus is an excellent option if you want something special and unique. Depending on your needs and your budget, you may select from a wide variety of photo booth options. Laugh out loud, adorable and adaptable to any wedding theme. It makes sense why this is a fan favorite!

Photo booth bus are always such a fun addition to the reception
Photo booth bus are always such a fun addition to the reception (symboll)
customized volkswagen wedding photo booth ideas
customized Volkswagen wedding photo booth ideas (Jordan Katz)
A photo booth bus can elevate your wedding reception
A photo booth bus can elevate your wedding reception
cute photo booth bus for outdoor wedding
cute photo booth bus for outdoor wedding (Hammie The Photo Booth)
vibrant bus photo booth where colorful vibes meet picture perfect props
vibrant bus photo booth where colorful vibes meet picture-perfect props (Alyssia B. Photography)

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vintage wedding photo booth ideas with boho vibe
vintage wedding photo booth ideas with boho vibe (Oh Snap Traveling Photo Booth)
get ideas for your wedding photo booth in the style of the classic Volkswagen
get ideas for your wedding photo booth in the style of the classic Volkswagen (Maine Photo Booth Bus Co.)

Rustic Style Booth: A Vintage Touch to Capture Memories

The charming, rural country-style photo booth holds a unique spot in our hearts. Offering guests a scenic photo booth backdrop for their social media accounts is a smart move, no matter the wedding theme. To enhance your wooden backdrop’s charm at the rustic barn wedding reception booth, think about incorporating stunning lights or a custom neon sign. Want to take it up a notch? Adding flowers will foster a more refined and cozy ambiance for your wedding celebrations.

rustic outdoor wedding photo booth backdrop ideas
rustic outdoor wedding photo booth backdrop ideas
rustic vintage-inspired chic wedding photo booth ideas with neon sign
rustic, vintage-inspired, chic wedding photo booth ideas with neon sign (renataenamorada)
outdoor vintage door country wedding photo booth ideas
outdoor vintage door country wedding photo booth ideas (Pinterest)
old doors chic wedding photo booth ideas with boho twist
Old-door photo booth ideas with boho twist (Decouvrir design)
creative wooden wedding photo booth with white drapery
creative wooden wedding photo booth with white drapery (Pinterest)
creative wedding photo booth ideas for 2019 trends
creative wedding photo booth ideas

Floral Photo Booth Frame

The right accessories are required for perfect wedding photography. Whether celebrating a walk down the aisle or an energetic gathering with cherished friends, incorporating a flower adorned photo booth frame made with significant blooms, adds a vibrant and enjoyable touch to any event. The best part? It’s cheap and ideal for indoor backyard weddings. Guests can enter the frame and snap a photo and you can even customize the frame to your liking.

floral wedding photo booth ideas
floral wedding photo frame booth ideas (100-layer cake)
country rustic wooden wedding photo booth frame ideas
country rustic-wooden wedding floral photo booth frame (My Wooden Wedding)
chic vintage wedding photo booth backdrop with flowers and greenery
chic vintage frame wedding photo booth backdrop with flowers and greenery (Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay Photography)

Custom Photo Booth Backdrop

Is there a more suitable backdrop for wedding pictures than one that pays homage to bride and groom? A personalized background adorned with the details of the wedding ensures that guests won’t have to search through unique photos to recall when they were taken. You may either have the backdrop customized to your preferences or, if you’re looking for budget-friendly wedding photo booth ideas, ask a creative friend to paint a DIY photo backdrop on a white sheet with your initials or a unique design.

chic wedding photo booth backdrop ideas with white and green floral
chic wedding photo booth backdrop ideas with white and green floral (Xinh Event)
white and greenery chic outdoor wedding photo booth
white and greenery chic outdoor wedding photo booth (Style Me Pretty)

DIY Wedding Photo Booth Setup

The picture booth you choose for your wedding doesn’t have to be expensive or too fancy. A simple photo booth with a few components is an ideal option. You can make your own booth with minimal effort and cheap materials, tailoring it to the specifics of your event. For example, you could make your own Kenwood photo booth, selfie station or swing photo booth. The good news is that you don’t have to rent a picture booth for this plan.

DIY vintage Kenwood wedding photo booth
DIY vintage Kenwood wedding photo booth (Union Booth)
outdoor wedding DIY selfie station photo booth ideas
outdoor wedding DIY selfie station photo booth ideas (the knot)
outdoor swing wedding photo booth you can DIY
outdoor swing wedding photo booth you can DIY (Pinterest)

Photo Booth With Bohemian Theme

bohemian wedding also needs a photo booth according to the theme. Wicker chairs, colorful flowers and bohemian cushions can let you express your individuality. Guests of all ages will love taking pictures in a photo booth decked out in bright tapestries, dream catchers and other unique props.

cheap boho floral wedding photo booth ideas
cheap boho floral wedding photo booth ideas (takigawa.nahoko)
simple boho chic wedding photo booth backdrop
simple boho chic wedding photo booth backdrop
Pampas grass and balloon boho themed wedding photo booth ideas
Pampas grass and balloon boho themed wedding photo booth ideas (nicole.event.decor)
boho themed photo booth backdrop for beach wedding
boho themed photo booth backdrop for beach wedding (Orestis Zoumpos Photography)
rustic inspired boho photo booth with palm leaves
rustic-inspired boho photo booth with palm leaves
chic rustic wedding photo booths ideas
chic rustic wedding photo booths ideas
trending chic wedding photo booth ideas
trending chic photo booth ideas for wedding

Polaroid Photo Booth Ideas For Wedding

An effortless approach to designing a unique photo booth at an outdoor wedding is to utilize the natural surroundings as the backdrop and incorporate a frame, like the Polaroid-style photobooth showcased in these images. Polaroid photographs are characterized by their white borders, which are typically made from a slim plastic material, giving them a more distinctive appearance than standard photos. To enhance the entertainment and create lasting memories for guests, many couples now opt for setting up a Polaroid-themed photo booth at their weddings. These engaging booths enable wedding guest to take pictures, print them instantly, and preserve them as cherished keepsakes.

chic Polaroid wedding photo booth ideas
chic Polaroid wedding photo booth ideas (Blaise Bell Photography)
outdoor chic  polaroid simple floral wedding photo booth
outdoor chic polaroid simple floral wedding arch photo booth (Whimsical Wonderland Weddings)
polaroid wedding photo backdrop
polaroid wedding photo backdrop (Shannon Collins Photography)
polaroid hanging photo booth frame ideas
polaroid hanging photo booth frame ideas (Rock My Wedding)

Selfie Frame for Social Media Enthusiasts

Imagine the excitement and laughter among your guests as they engage with these dynamic and imaginative Facebook and Instagram-inspired photo booth props at your wedding! Creating a custom selfie frame will not only bring life, action, and detail to your wedding day, but it will also serve as a memorable reminder of your unique wedding hashtag. Witness the joy and delight on your guests’ faces as they snap pictures with these inventive props while simultaneously capturing memories that will last a lifetime.

Make your wedding day stand out on social media with a personalized hashtag. If you want to share your love story with the world, but don’t know how to come up with a hashtag, our handy wedding hashtag generator can do the work for you.

polaroid selfie frame photo booth
polaroid selfie frame photo booth (Booth Me)
personalized photo booth frame for outdoor summer wedding
personalized photo booth frame for outdoor summer wedding (Whimsical Wonderland Weddings)
Instagram customized wedding selfie frame photo booth
Instagram customized wedding selfie frame photo booth

DIY Chalkboard Photo Backdrop

For an entertaining and unique wedding photo booth, consider a chalkboard background. With the right typeface and design, a chalkboard background can go from chic and modern to whimsical and rustic. You can customize the chalkboard with your names, the wedding date and provide an space for guests to leave their messages. If you have an old screen door and some blackboard paint, you can make your own cheap version.

rustic chalkboard wedding photo booth ideas
rustic chalkboard wedding photo booth ideas (Wedding Chicks)
colorful chalkboard photo booth with written love story
colorful chalkboard photo booth with written love story (Your Wedding Stories YWS)
personalized chalkboard photo booth with wedding date and lovely lines
personalized chalkboard photo booth with wedding date and lovely lines (Fabulous Weddings & Invitations)
elegant chalkboard wedding photography photo booth backdrop
elegant chalkboard wedding photography photo booth backdrop
custom chalkboard wedding photo booth ideas
custom chalkboard wedding photo booth ideas (Andi Mans Photography)
black and white chalkboard photo booth backdrop ideas
black and white chalkboard photo booth backdrop ideas (Wedding Chicks)

Instant Selfie Camera and Guest Book

A simple yet cheap idea for a unique photo booth involves using an instant camera and ample film. In this setup, guests are provided with a Polaroid camera to take selfies, which are then added to the guest book as a memento for the couple. These photos are placed within an album that offers space for additional writing and potential themed embellishments.

polaroid inspired unique wedding guest book photo booth ideas
polaroid inspired unique wedding guest book photo booth ideas (Wedding Chicks)
guest book instant selfie camera wedding photo booth ideas
guest book, instant selfie camera, wedding photo booth ideas (The Ganeys)
Polaroid photo booth with wedding guest book
Polaroid photo booth with wedding guest book (Zandra Barriga Photo)
unique wedding guest book photo booth ideas with polaroid
unique wedding guest book photo booth ideas with polaroid (Make Merry Events)

Faux Floral Wall

A faux floral wall serves as a captivating backdrop for wedding photo booths, adding a romantic touch to every picture. As a versatile decoration, it enhances the event’s ambiance throughout the day. Whether prepared by a skilled florist or DIY with artificial flowers and accessories like fairy lights, a flower walls leaves an unforgettable impression

elegant floral wall photo booth backdrop
elegant floral wall photo booth backdrop (One Day Affair)
custom made faux floral wall wedding photo booth
custom-made faux floral wall wedding photo booth (rmcginnphoto)
white balloons on a flower wall wedding backdrop
white balloons on a flower wall wedding backdrop (yeseventdecor)
colorful flower walls with neon sign wedding photo booth ideas
colorful flower walls with neon sign wedding photo booth ideas (Alissa Noelle Photography)

Neon Signs

A neon sign instantly enhances the appeal of photos. Consider purchasing one for multiple uses as home art or opting to rent one. Although a photo booth with a neon sign requires a bit more maintenance, such as monitoring the exposure throughout the night, it is well worth the effort. Customize your photo booth backdrop with a unique neon sign that showcases your name, a favorite poetry line, song lyrics, or a motto that reflects your personalities and the nature of your relationship. These modern luminous displays illuminate your space with vibrant colors.

neon sign photo booth with dried and green palm leaves for boho wedding
neon sign photo booth with dried and green palm leaves for boho wedding (Let’s Party Prettier)
flower wall photo booth backdrop with neon sign
flower wall photo booth backdrop with neon sign (Alexsandra Wiciel)
till death neon sign wedding photo booth ideas
till death neon sign wedding photo booth ideas (Art Studio 21)
black photo booth backdrop with balloons and neon sign
black photo booth backdrop with balloons and neon sign (feather.and.fox)

Fairy Light Photo Booth

The beautiful colors and depth of your curtain backdrop may be brought out with the right lighting. Setting up a fairy light curtain is incredibly easy and serves as a fantastic photo booth background. Similar to neon lights, it’s essential to have someone periodically ensure that the lighting appears satisfactory in your images and make any necessary adjustments to the camera settings.

romantic wedding photo booth with string lights
romantic wedding photo booth with string lights (ambiances_hnasmm)
fairy light curtain wedding photo booth ideas
fairy light curtain wedding photo booth ideas (Bloom Weddings Photography)

Common FAQS

wedding photo booth ideas
wedding photo booth ideas

Is photo booth good idea for wedding?

A picture booth offers an enjoyable and simple method to preserve genuine memories at your wedding. It’s possible that not all guests may be captured by your photographer’s camera.

How do you make a photo booth unique?

The backdrop for your photo booth offers an excellent opportunity to unleash your creativity. To leave a lasting impression on your attendees, adorn the area with neon signs, florals, and lighting. Simplicity can be as sophisticated as lavishness. A brick or white wall serves equally well for this purpose.

What is a cheap alternative to a photobooth?

If you want a cheap alternative instead of renting a photo booth, disposable cameras are the ideal choice. Set these on tables or designate a specific space near a prop wall for the perfect photo opportunity. It’s easy for guests to snap pictures of one another, and after the wedding, you can have the photos developed to reminisce about the enjoyable moments.

Conclusion

The day you tie the knot will be one of the most unforgettable experiences in your life. It’s crucial to document as much as you can. Your wedding photographer will capture plenty of amazing shots, primarily focused on you and the activity on the dance floor. A photo booth serves as the perfect solution for this. Ranging from DIY setups to professional drone photography, numerous inventive wedding photo booth ideas exist. Pick a style that fits well with the vibe of the wedding and your own tastes.

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