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Photo booth rental cost in Charlotte: real 2026 prices
Photo booth rental cost in Charlotte runs from about $500 to $3,500 or more, depending on the booth, the hours and how much custom design you want. Below are our actual prices, what each one includes, and what moves the number up or down, from a team that has worked 500+ Charlotte events.
Quick answer: a standard 3-hour photo booth in Charlotte costs about $600 to $1,200. With us, the Digital Photo Booth is $749, the Print Booth is $999 and the Glam Booth is $1,199, each for 3 hours, with free delivery and setup within 40 miles of Charlotte. The Print and Glam Booths include an on-site attendant.
Our photo booth prices in Charlotte
Starting prices, hours included and what each one comes with.
| Booth | Starts at | Hours included | Attendant | Extra hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Photo Booth | $749 | 3 | +$150 ($899 total) | $150 ($175 with attendant) |
| Print Booth | $999 | 3 | Included | $200 |
| Glam Booth | $1,199 | 3 | Included | $200 |
| 360 Photo Booth | $750 | 2 | Included | $999 for 3 hours, $1,200 for 4 |
| Enclosed Vintage Booth | $2,500 | 4 | Included | Quoted |
| AI Photo Booth | $1,499 | Quoted | Included | Quoted |
| Magazine Photo Booth | Custom quote | Quoted | Drop-off or hosted | Quoted |
| Trading Card Booth | $3,500 | 2 | Included | Quoted |
| Audio Guest Book | $349 | Event day | Drop-off | None |
| Video Guest Book | $649 | Event day | Drop-off, attendant extra | None |
| Digital Seating Chart | $1,200 | 5 | Not needed | Quoted |
Included with every booking: delivery, setup and teardown free within 40 miles of Charlotte, a design made for your event, and our on-time guarantee. The Print, Glam and Digital booths also come with a standard backdrop. The hours you book are all run time: we arrive about an hour before your start time.
Add-ons: red carpet $99 · handheld prop signs $99 · backdrop upgrades: 7×6 ft boxwood $199 or 8×8 ft flower wall $299.
Typical photo booth rental cost across Charlotte
Comparing quotes from other companies? These are the ranges we see in the Charlotte market, by type of booth.
| Type of booth | Typical Charlotte price | What you usually get |
|---|---|---|
| iPad selfie booth | $500 to $650 | Tablet camera, digital sharing, basic backdrop. Budget-friendly, but photos look like phone photos. |
| Digital booth with a pro camera | $550 to $750 | Professional camera and lighting, digital sharing, no prints. Often drop-off. |
| Print booth | $999 to $1,200 for 3 hours | Pro camera, unlimited prints, custom template, attendant, online gallery. |
| 360 video booth | $750 to $1,200 | Slow-motion video on a spinning platform, sent to guests’ phones. |
| Magazine booth | $1,500 to $2,500 | A custom magazine cover with the guest’s photo and your headlines. |
| Trading card booth | $3,500 and up | Printed trading cards with each guest’s photo and stats, for brand and sports events. |
Be careful with prices that look too good to be true. The usual catch is no attendant, a tablet camera, or delivery, setup and backdrops added after you’ve paid the deposit. Our guide on how to choose a photo booth rental covers the questions to ask.
What changes photo booth rental cost
Booth type
A printer, a spinning 360 platform or a custom magazine design all add equipment and production time. A digital booth with no printer and no attendant is the lowest-cost option.
Hours
Three hours suits most weddings and parties. Each extra hour is $150 for the Digital Photo Booth and $200 for the Print and Glam Booths.
Branding
A custom template comes with every booth. A branded kiosk wrap, custom backdrop or sharing screen for a corporate event is quoted separately.
Guest count
A booth for 50 guests runs very differently from one for 500. Large events can need faster printing, more supplies or a second station.
Travel
Free within 40 miles of Charlotte. Farther out, we quote the travel. The AI, roaming and trading card booths travel nationwide.
More than one service
Pairing a photo booth with an audio guest book or a seating chart? Ask for a custom quote and we’ll price it as one booking.
Where the money shows up on the day
From Ade, the owner: “At a women’s conference we worked in Charleston, more than 500 guests came dressed for a Gatsby theme. We set up a magazine booth, and guests lined up all evening to see themselves on the cover. The smiles when the photo came up were immediate.”
“For a Spectrum activation in Raleigh, we printed custom trading cards for an audience of reporters and news anchors. Plenty of them kept the card on their desk afterwards. That’s what a higher price buys: something people keep.”
Mistakes that cost more than they save
- Picking the cheapest quote. Lower prices usually cut camera, lighting or print quality, and the photos are the one thing guests take home.
- Not leaving enough space. A cramped booth limits groups and makes photos harder. Plan for about 10 by 10 feet and an outlet.
- Booking it last. A booth placed as part of the room design gets used far more than one added at the last minute.
- Skipping branding at corporate events. Every shared photo can carry your logo. Leaving it off wastes the marketing value.
Photo booth rental cost FAQ
How much does a photo booth rental cost in Charlotte?
Most Charlotte photo booth rentals cost $600 to $1,200 for 3 hours. Ours start at $749 for the Digital Photo Booth, $999 for the Print Booth and $1,199 for the Glam Booth, each for 3 hours.
How many hours are included?
Three hours for the Print, Glam and Digital booths. The 360 booth starts at 2 hours, the vintage booth at 4 and the seating chart at 5. Setup time is not taken out of your hours.
Is an attendant included?
Yes for the Print, Glam, 360, vintage, AI and trading card booths. The Digital Photo Booth runs without one, and you can add an attendant for $150, making it $899. The audio and video guest books are drop-off.
Is travel included in the price?
Delivery, setup and teardown are free within 40 miles of Charlotte. Farther than that, we quote the travel.
What is the cheapest option?
The Audio Guest Book at $349, or the Digital Photo Booth at $749 if you want photos. The digital booth uses the same camera and lighting as our print booth, without the printer or an attendant.
How far ahead should I book?
As early as you can, since dates are first come, first served. Custom experiences need at least 3 weeks.
Get an exact price for your date
Book one service online, or send us your event details for a custom quote. See every photo booth rental option in Charlotte.
Prefer to talk? Call or text 704-750-5355 or email info@charlottephotoboothrental.com.