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What is a photo booth rental?
A Photo Booth Rental is a fun interactive experience where party guests will take a series of photos and receive them instantly via a traditional printed photo strip or shared digitally to their phones for easy social sharing.
This is the modern evolution from the old school Coney Island Photo Booths and Arcade Style Photo Booths from long ago!
How much should you spend on a photo booth?
It depends on the experience and what you want your guests to take home. Most Milestone photo booth experiences start at $2,495 for up to 4 hours. For more relaxed celebrations, our Express Social Booth starts at $1,495 and our Roaming Booth at $1,995. Every package includes a dedicated team member, and there are no travel fees.
When you compare quotes, compare what is included: an experienced attendant, professional camera and lighting, a custom print design, instant digital sharing and a team that plans the details with you before your event. That is the difference between a booth in the corner and an experience your guests talk about.
How much does it cost to rent a photobooth in New Jersey?
Photo booth rentals with Milestone start at $1,495, and most of our signature experiences start at $2,495. Prices are for up to 4 hours and include a dedicated team member, with no travel fees.
- Express Social Booth: from $1,495
- Roaming Booth: from $1,995
- Magazine Photo Experience: from $2,000
- Traditional Photo Booth: from $2,495
- Glam, Beauty, Glam & Glow and Glam Noir Photo Booths: from $2,495
- 360 Video Experience: from $2,495
- Classic Photo Booth: from $2,995
- Mirror Photo Booth: from $2,995
- AI Sketch Robots: from $3,495
- Vogue Photo & Video Booth: from $3,495
- Live Photo Mosaic Wall: from $3,500
Extra hours are $500 for most experiences. Green screen, AI photo booth and other custom experiences are quoted for your event. Check availability for your date and we will send your quote.
Is it a good idea to have a photo booth at my party?
A Photo Booth Rental is a unique experience to have at your party or event. Unlike traditional photographers and videographers that are focused on documenting and capturing more staged moments, Photo Booth and Video Booths capture the fun side of your guests. These are the candid moment that bring out personality and adds flavor to your memories. This is a part of your entertainment experience for your event, not just a side-show!
Photo Booth Rentals and Video Booth Rentals are now a staple of an expanding list of bespoke event experiences and activations.
Do you tip photobooth people?
At Milestone Photo Booth Rentals, you are not obligated or expected to provide a gratuity for our team members.
However, if our spectacular staff really impress you and you feel satisfied with their performance, a gratuity is always appreciated by them and motivates them to continue providing the excellent service we aim for to all of our customers!
Generally, a recommended gratuity is between 5-10% of our service fee and that can be divided amongst our Team Members on-site.
Just for clarification, gratuities are appreciated, but not required. It is based on your own discretion!
How many pictures do you get from a photo booth?
In the old days, photo strips would be crammed with 4-6 photos per print. However, when you’re at an event waiting on line, nobody wants to wait for the person in front of them to take that many photos.
Normally, we recommend 1-3 photos to keep the experience and event flow feeling seamless for your guests!
From any average event you can expect to have around 200-300 individual photos taken and 100+ total photo sessions.
This number is an estimate and can vary based on venue placement, location, guests, length of rental, and type of experience offered.
Can I customize my photo strip design?
Yes, you can actually see our design gallery at www.milestonenj.com/photostrips to see the different options we offer and even try out our easy online design tool!
Can I choose my backdrop?
Are props included?
How much space does the photo booth need?
What is a Traditional Photo Booth? Is that like a box with curtains that you walk into?
My package includes 2 attendants for the booth. Would the price change if we request 1 attendant?
A: Our packages that include a second attendant are designed specifically for events with memory book stations, framing stations, or sharing stations that require additional support. As a result, we don’t cut corners or make price changes to accommodate packages a la carte. Doing so would result in offering our customers a lower quality service and that is a sacrifice we refuse to make.
Attendant #1 is tasked with interacting with your guests, suggesting poses, helping with props, centering them in photos, adjusting the camera, and printing photos.
Attendant #2 will hand out guests photos as they print, assemble the memory book, make sure your guests sign the book, and help them with sharing their photos digitally before leaving the photo booth area.
Do you have a travel charge?
No. There are no travel fees, no hidden fees and no added taxes. The price you see is the price you pay. The only exception is credit card payments, which carry a 4% processing fee from the card company.
Do you have insurance?
A: We are fully insured, and once booked, our team will coordinate with your venue and provide them with all General Liability Insurance, and Workers Compensation Insurance too if requested. We have an insurance certificate that we will email directly to your venue manager.
How many copies are printed out in the regular photo booth? Do you have a limit?
A: Our team prints a copy for every person in the photo. If there is a face, they get a copy. This means that if there are 10 people in the picture, all 10 get a copy, plus we print one extra that goes into the memory book for you to keep if you have a package with a memory book added on.
Some companies limit prints and reprints, but we don’t. You are not hiring the photo booth for you to have more pictures at the end of the night, you are hiring the photo booth so your guests have a fun activity and get to take home something special that they will save for years! Don’t you want to go to your friends dinner party and see the photo strip from your wedding on their refrigerator door?! That is what it is all about, making permanent memories, an experience that people never forget.
Do you bring backup equipment?
A: Have no fear! We keep photo booths on standby for your event. We also bring backup cameras, printers, wires, and computers to every event so we are prepared for any circumstance.
Is setup and breakdown included in the price?
A: Yes, everything is included. As an added bonus, our team arrives on-site 2 hours prior to the photo booth start time to ensure everything is running smoothly and operational before your event begins.
Why should I choose your company over a DJ who offers a free or discounted photo booth?
Why should I choose your company over a different photo booth company?
It comes down to who you trust with your event. We are not the cheapest option, and we are not trying to be. Our pricing reflects a professional team, premium equipment and a planning process that starts months before your date, with regular check-ins, detail reviews and coordination with your venue.
On the day, your attendant guides every guest, keeps the line moving and makes sure the booth looks and runs exactly the way you planned. That is what you should expect from a professional photo booth company, and it is why couples and families across New Jersey, New York City and Philadelphia book with us.
Are you as cool as you seem?
A: Yes, our whole team is fun, energetic, and love Photo Booths! We bring our best to every interaction, whether it is by email, phone, text, or in person at your event. We make every experience unforgettable! We also use cool emojis —> 
so we have to be cool right?!
Do my guests have to pay to use it?
A: NEVER!
What is the expected arrival time for setup?
A: Our team arrives on-site 2 hours prior to the photo booth start time to ensure everything is running smoothly and operational before your contracted start time.
Do we get a copy of the pictures?
A: Always. Every customer gets access to an online gallery and a digital download link with every picture, gif, and video. For our booths that print, everyone gets a copy. All of our booths share digital copies right on the spot.
How many staff members will be assisting with the photobooth?
A: This will vary depending on your package or service that you require. Standard packages include one attendant tasked with interacting with your guests, suggesting poses, helping with props, centering guests in photos, adjusting the camera, and printing photos. On certain events, a second attendant will hand out guests photos as they print, assemble memory books, frame photos, and make sure your guests sign the memory book, and assist with social sharing before leaving the booth area.
Do you know where the photo booth will be placed inside my venue?
A: Over our many years in this business, we have been in venues all across the tri-state area. If we are unfamiliar with your venue, our team will coordinate with the venue manager prior to your event date to work out a floor plan and location.
Does a photobooth count as a wedding favor?
They’ll recall the laughing as they rushed into the booth, the thrill of seeing the image printed, and the love and joy they felt at your celebration. When they see the photo exhibited in their house, they will remember those special occasions, making it a wedding favor that will last a lifetime.
Do people like photo booths at weddings?
Wedding photo booths entertain all of your guests. Starting the photo booth is similar to starting a dance party, except it is much easier! Invite your DJ or emcee, wedding party, and close friends to begin the photo booth fun, and additional guests will immediately join in.
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