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5 Reasons Why You Need a Wedding Photobooth | Chicago DJs

August 1, 2023wedding photo booth rentalphoto booth, wedding photoboothMike Urban

Your wedding night will be one of your life’s most memorable and magical events. But as the years pass, memories fade, and you’ll want to reminisce. That’s why it is so important to capture those precious moments with the people you love the most, and what better way to do that than with a wedding photo booth?

At An Enchanted Evening, we believe every Chicago wedding should capture the moments with a photo booth. Not only is it a fun and interactive experience for your guests, but it’s also the perfect way to immortalize the memories of your big day. Here are five reasons you need a photo booth for your Chicago wedding.

It’s a Fun and Interactive Experience for Your Guests

Your wedding is about bringing together the people you love to celebrate your love. A photo booth is the perfect way to break the ice and get your guests mingling and having fun. It’s a great way to keep guests entertained during cocktail hour or in between dances, and it’s a fun way for your guests to let loose and get a little silly.

It’s a Unique Form of Entertainment

Let’s face it; everyone has been to a wedding with a DJ and a dancefloor, but not everyone has been to a wedding with a photo booth. Adding a photo booth to your Chicago wedding is a unique form of entertainment that will leave lasting memories for you and your guests.

It’s the Perfect Icebreaker for Your Guests

Only some people know each other at weddings; not everyone is comfortable getting up and dancing. A photo booth provides the perfect icebreaker for guests to start chatting and having fun together. It’s a great way for guests to get to know each other and feel more comfortable on the dancefloor later in the evening.

You Get to Keep the Memories

One of the best things about a photo booth is that you get to keep the memories. Whether it’s a physical printout or digital copies, you and your guests will have something to look back on for years to come. We even offer custom printouts with your wedding date and name, making it the perfect keepsake for your guests to take home.

It’s Customizable

At An Enchanted Evening, we offer various photo booth styles, including arcade-style, open-air, and party booths. We can even create custom backdrops and props to match your wedding theme. This makes it the perfect customizable addition to your Chicago wedding.

Contact An Enchanted Evening for your Wedding Photobooth in Chicago, IL

Adding a photo booth to your Chicago wedding is a fun and unique way to capture the memories of your big day. It’s a great way to keep guests entertained, break the ice, and immortalize the memories of your loved ones. At An Enchanted Evening, we offer a variety of photo booth styles to choose from and can customize backdrops and props to match your wedding theme. Every Chicago wedding needs a photo booth, and we hope our list of reasons has convinced you to add one to yours! Contact us today, and let’s get the party started.

30 Photo Booth Prop Ideas Perfect for Your Wedding

April 26, 2019photo booth rental, photo booth rental chicago IL, photo booth wedding chicago il, wedding photo booth rentalMike Urban

A wedding photo booth is one form of wedding entertainment that can be customized to be completely YOU. The best way to set your photo booth apart from a bunch of generic selfies is to stock a costume box full of fun photo booth props.

Photo Booth Tips

Choose photo booth props that fit with the wedding atmosphere.
Always rent a reliable photo booth unit to avoid breakdowns and headaches (use these tips to select a quality photo booth for the big day).
Designate someone in charge of troubleshooting any photo booth problems so you can enjoy your wedding day (or rent a photo booth unit with a staff member who can troubleshoot any issues).
Strategically position the photo booth at the wedding venue so there is a natural flow of guests and you get lots of shots.
Make (fun) signs that direct guests to the photo booth.
Select the right backdrop that fits with the style of your special day.
Include social media hashtag in your photo booth props.
Make sure your photo booth props are sturdy so the props don’t look worn in late night shots.

Photo Booth Prop Ideas

Top Hats
Feather Boas
Sunglasses
Paper Fans
Bow ties
Ties
Mustaches
Flowers
Crowns
Hearts (strung together or individual)
Frames (choose styles that fit with the wedding atmosphere)
Masquerade Masks
Mardi Gras Beads
Hawaiian Leis
Large Playing Cards
Foam Fingers
4-Leaf Clovers
Bows
Magnifying Glass
Umbrellas
Berets
Trophies
Pirate Hat
Mickey Mouse Ears
Cowboy Hats
Frame with Wedding Date
Large Letters & Numbers
Chalkboard (for customizable messages)
Sticks/signs with cute sayings in dialogue bubble (“I’m just here for the cake!”)
Sticks/signs with wedding hashtag

5 Epic Wedding Photo Booth Musts

October 5, 2018photo booth rental chicago IL, wedding entertainment ideas, wedding photo booth rentalMike Urban

A photo booth can be the source of a million funny shots or an unused wedding prop. These tips can ensure that your wedding photo booth is a big hit—and one of the guests’ fav kind of wedding entertainment.

Props

When it comes to photo booths, silly faces aren’t always enough. Supply your wedding guests with an ample supply of photo booth props. If you have a wedding theme, select props that fit with the theme. Think leis and grass skirts for a tropical wedding, feather boas and top hats for a theater theme, and clown noses and top hats for a wedding at the circus. Be creative and have fun choosing the best wedding photo booth props.

Frame

If you want guests to mark the special occasion, provide a frame with the wedding name (i.e. Smith Wedding, Doe-Smith Wedding) and/or the date and social media hashtags. If a frame isn’t your first choice, instead opt for a chalkboard (perfect for a school teacher wedding) or a rustic sign.

Location

Don’t let your photo booth become a forgotten wedding entertainment prop. Position the photo booth in a convenient location that guests can easily reach (without too much direction). The ideal location for a photo booth should be near the dance floor and bar—easily accessible for a fun shot in between wedding dances.

Space

Not all photo booths are created equal. Do you want group shots? Smaller, personalized shots? Old-fashioned printed professional shots? Weigh your options carefully as you decide on the right photo booth rental. For a less-stress option, choose a DJ that offers a photo booth rental as part of a wedding entertainment package.

Reliability

To get every shot (and the best pics) possible, make sure you have a reliable (and well-built to avoid a photo booth collapse!) photo booth that won’t break down. Unfortunately, a do-it-yourself photo booth is not always the most reliable equipment—and doesn’t come with a back-up when it does shut down. For those reasons, research wedding photo booth rentals carefully; rent a wedding photo booth that comes with a back-up in case of problems and the pros with expertise to get awesome wedding reception shots.

Renting a Photo Booth: How to Rent the Best Photo Booth for Your Party

March 15, 2016party photo booth, photo booth rental, renting a photo booth, wedding photo booth rentalMike Urban

Party entertainment can make or break an event. It can also make it memorable—and produce unforgettable mementos, especially in the case of a photo booth (who hasn’t made funny faces in a photo booth?). Renting a photo booth can take any kind of event to the next level, including (but not limited to!):

Wedding
Anniversary party
Birthday party (sweet 16, 30^th, etc.)
Quinceanara
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Corporate events

Tips for selecting a photo booth company

It’s all the rage to make your own photo booth right now, but that’s a decision that can be risky if something goes wrong—and it’s a lot more work. Renting a photo booth has a better chance of success if you are picky about your photo booth rental.

Choose a company that can provide references.

Research your photo booth rental company before you confirm your rental. Check out their social media page reviews, and ask for references when you request information about renting a photo booth.

Make sure you’re renting photo booths that are reliable.

Not all photo booths are created equal. Contact your photo booth rental company and ask for information about the photo booth you are interested in renting (remember, there is more than one type), the reliability of the equipment, and any extras included in the photo booth rental (i.e. An Enchanted Evening provides a scrap book and video messaging). Asking all these questions limits your chances of break downs at your event, and gives you all the information you need to make an informed photo booth rental.

Ask about back-ups.

Ask your photo booth rental company if they have a back-up plan just in case something goes wrong with the equipment at your event. Break downs do happen, and that’s why it’s important to use a photo booth rental company with back-up equipment. Add that to your list of questions when you contact the photo booth company—and be ready for the fun that ensues (and the pictures of the fun) from your photo booth rental.