10 Creative Ways to Use a Photo Booth at Your Wedding

Ken Williams III
Apr 14
3 min read

Bride, groom, and groomsman taking a photo in the wedding photo booth.

Weddings are filled with beautiful moments—and a photo booth captures the candid, hilarious, and heartfelt ones your photographer might miss. If you’re planning a Kansas City wedding and want a unique way to entertain your guests, a photo booth rental is a must-have.

At Showtime Karaoke, we’ve helped couples across the city create unforgettable wedding experiences with custom photo booth packages. Below, we’ve put together 10 creative ways to use your photo booth that go far beyond just snapping pictures.

Build a Guestbook—Photo Booth Style

Forget handwritten notes. Let guests snap a photo, print it instantly, and slide it into a keepsake book with a quick message. It’s interactive, fun, and way more memorable.

Bonus Tip:

Include prompts like “Best marriage advice” or “Draw your future kids!”

Create a Reception Icebreaker Station

Set up your photo booth near the cocktail hour bar. It instantly gives guests something to do while they’re waiting for the reception to begin. The best part? Everyone mingles more easily when they’re laughing over props and posing together.

Use It as a Wedding Favors Station

Print 2 copies of each photo—one for your memory book and one for your guests. Add a custom overlay or frame with your wedding date and logo. Voila: instant, personalized wedding favors.

Pro Tip:

Provide mini photo frames or branded sleeves for guests to carry their photo strips.

Match Your Photo Booth to Your Theme

Whether your wedding is boho, black-tie, vintage, or totally TikTok-inspired, your booth can match:

Floral wall backdrop for garden weddings
Rustic wood backdrop for barn or farm venues
LED or shimmer walls for glam and club-style receptions
Green screen with skyline or destination images

At Showtime Karaoke, we offer fully customizable setups.

Use the Photo Booth as Your Hashtag Launcher

Add signage near the booth with your wedding hashtag and encourage guests to post their photos. Your feed will fill with joyful moments you might otherwise miss.

Sign Wording Idea:

“Snap it. Tag it. Share the love. #LovingTheLanes2024”

Create a Glam Booth Inspired by the Kardashians

Want high-end, glossy, editorial-style shots? Use black-and-white filters with a ring light setup to give guests a luxury photo experience. It’s chic, modern, and ultra shareable.

Use Props That Reflect Your Love Story

Move beyond boas and funny glasses. Include props that tell your story:

College pennants from where you met
Cutouts of your pets
Favorite sports teams
Inside jokes or nicknames

This makes the experience personal—and gives guests a fun way to learn more about your relationship.

Add Video Messages or GIF Capture

Many booths now offer GIFs, boomerangs, and even video guestbooks. Give guests the option to record a quick clip wishing you well.

Use Case:

Let grandma send you a video hug—or capture your college buddies dancing in slow motion.

Pair Your Photo Booth with the Dance Floor

Keep the booth close to the party so guests can snap quick photos between songs. This keeps energy high and photo traffic steady throughout the night.

Bonus Add-On:

Bundle your photo booth with a 360 video booth for even more fun!

Light It Up With a Neon Sign

Elevate your backdrop with a neon sign of your last name, wedding date, or a fun phrase like “Crazy in Love” or “Drunk in Love.” Showtime Karaoke offers LED add-ons to help your photo booth stand out.