Your step-by-step handbook to unforgettable wedding memories
Looking to keep your guests smiling from the ceremony to the final dance? A photo booth might just be your secret weapon. It’s fun, fuss-free, and perfect for capturing all those candid moments your photographer might miss.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key steps to making the most of your wedding photo booth hire, from choosing the right setup to creating personalised experiences your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a luxe affair or something laid-back and rustic, there’s a booth for every couple, and plenty of fun wedding ideas to explore along the way.
Step 1: Decide if a Photo Booth is Right for You
Wedding days are packed with big moments, the vows, the speeches, the first dance, but it’s the in-between bits that often become the most memorable. A photo booth gives your guests something to enjoy throughout the evening, whether they’re taking a breather from the dancefloor or waiting for the next round of cake.
Why it works:
- It keeps guests entertained (especially during quieter moments)
- It captures natural, unscripted joy
- Everyone leaves with a keepsake
Whether it’s kids in superhero masks or nan in novelty sunglasses, wedding photo booth hire creates magic for every age group.
Step 2: Choose the Right Booth for Your Day
When it comes to booths, don’t be fooled by one size definitely doesn’t fit all. Think about the tone of your day, your guest list, and your venue space.
The top options:
- Classic enclosed booths – Great for privacy and big laughs
- Open-air booths – Stylish and great for large group shots
- Magic mirror wedding booths – Our most popular pick
The Magic Mirror wedding booth is sleek, interactive, and adds a modern touch to your reception. Guests pose in front of a full-length mirror that responds with animations, voice prompts, and gesture control. It is fun, elegant, and looks fantastic in photos.
Want it glam? We’ve got gold frames and red carpets. Going rustic? Ask about our wooden frames and boho backdrops. The booth should match your theme, and at RCT Entertainments, we’ll make sure it does.
Step 3: Find the Perfect Spot
Booth placement is everything. Put it in a spot that’s easy to access, but not in the way of key moments like the first dance or the speeches.
If you’re outdoors or using a tipi, we’ll recommend the best layout so your booth stays bright, visible, and weather-proof.
Step 4: Get Creative with Props & Backdrops
Now for the fun wedding party props!
Props aren’t just for kids. Grown-ups love a silly hat too. From inflatable guitars to vintage signs, this is your chance to inject your personality into every picture.
You can also:
- Choose a custom backdrop with your names or wedding date
- Match your wedding theme colours with curated prop sets
- Theme your booth (Great Gatsby? Festival chic? We’ve done it all)
Want something totally bespoke? We can design props around your hobbies, favourite shows, or even your pet. The more “you” it is, the better the photos will be.
Step 5: Let Guests Leave a Message
A popular add-on for many couples is a guestbook station right beside the booth. Guests can:
- Stick in their photo strip
- Write a note
- Leave you with something to giggle over the morning after
With every wedding photo booth hire, we include digital copies of all photos, so you’ll get a full gallery of the chaos and joy.
Step 6: Make the Most of the Magic Mirror
The magic mirror wedding booth isn’t just for fun on the big day; it talks to your guests, gives posing prompts, prints instantly, and lets guests sign their images. It is accessible, easy to use, and always a hit (from toddlers to grandparents).
Customise your photo prints with your names, logo, or wedding date, and let guests walk away with a souvenir they’ll treasure (or laugh at) for years to come.
Step 7: Think About Timing
Some of the best booth moments happen later in the evening, once guests have warmed up (and the prosecco has kicked in).
You might:
- Open the booth during drinks hour to entertain guests while you’re off having photos
- Start it post-dinner and let it run till last dance
- Keep it going all night long for non-stop fun
We’ll help you choose the best timeframe based on your day’s flow and guest vibe.
Step 8: Book with Confidence
At RCT Entertainments, we make your wedding photo booth hire experience simple, stylish, and stress-free.
What’s included:
- Full delivery, setup, and clear-down
- A professional booth attendant throughout the hire
- Unlimited sessions and printouts
- Personalised templates, props, and add-ons
- Optional upgrades like video messaging, green screen, and scrapbook stations
We’ve worked in barns, ballrooms, fields and stately homes across Essex and beyond, and we’re always happy to help you pick the perfect setup. Get a free quote here
Step 9: Sit Back and Smile
You’ve picked your booth, sorted the props, and booked your timeslot. Now all that’s left to do? Enjoy it.
Photo booths don’t just create photos, they create moments. Laughter, silliness, unexpected hugs, and extreme dance poses. It’s the perfect blend of entertainment and memory-making.
And long after the cake has been eaten and the lights go down, your photos will live on, in frames, wedding guests, guestbooks, Instagram stories, and probably on someone’s fridge for the next 10 years.
Final Round-Up: Top Tips for Photo Booth Success
Place the booth in a high-traffic area, like near the bar or dance floor
Use good lighting – or let us provide it
Match your props and backdrop to your wedding theme
Personalise your printouts with names and dates
Encourage wedding guests to use the scrapbook station
Let the booth run during key moments – like drinks or after dinner
Choose a magic mirror wedding booth for that added wow factor
Relax – we handle everything from setup to pack down
Ready to Book?
Want to bring the fun to your wedding?
Visit RCT Entertainments to book your wedding photo booth hire today. Let’s make memories, one photo strip at a time.
