Graduation is the one party where everyone wants the same photo: the grad, the family, the friends who got them through finals. A photo booth turns that into a line of happy faces and a print for every guest. Here is how to plan one, for a backyard grad party or a campus event.
Family grad parties vs campus events
| Family grad party | University or school event | |
|---|---|---|
| Who books | The family | The school or department, billed to the institution |
| Rate card | Personal: Glam Booth $1,250 for 3 hours | Corporate: from $1,495 for 3 hours |
| Typical setting | Backyard, restaurant or banquet room | Quad, campus center, alumni night or stadium |
| Paperwork | Agreement and 50% retainer | Agreement, invoice and a certificate of insurance for the campus |
Travel is a flat $150 across LA County, Orange County and the Inland Empire. Full prices are in our price guide.
Which booth?
- Glam Booth: flattering black-and-white or color portraits with unlimited prints. The safe, crowd-pleasing pick for family parties.
- 360 Booth: slow-motion video made for Reels and TikTok. Grads and their friends love it; it is digital only, no prints.
- Mochi Booth: Korean purikura-style photos that guests decorate with stickers and drawing before printing. A hit with a younger crowd.
- Both: for big parties, pair a print booth with a 360 Booth so guests get a print and a video.
Make it about the grad
- Custom print template with the grad’s name, school colors and “Class of” year, included with every package.
- Props: caps, tassels, a diploma, a short sign with the school name. See our props guide; custom props are $150.
- Trading cards: sports-card-style prints with the guest’s photo and custom stats (major, class year, GPA if they dare). 100 cards are $1,450 for family parties.
- Guest book album ($75): friends and family add a print and a message the grad keeps.
Campus events: what we have done
For the University of La Verne’s alumni and community night at Angel Stadium, we set up near the main concourse with ULV-branded photo templates, university colors, Leopard pride props and instant prints fans took home. Read the full story. Schools book us on the corporate rate card with branded prints, a certificate of insurance naming the campus and an invoice for the department. More on our corporate events page.
Planning tips
- Book early for May and June. Graduation weekends overlap with wedding season, and Saturdays go first.
- Plan 3 hours for most parties up to about 150 guests; add hours or a second booth above that. See how many hours you need.
- Backyard setup: a level 8’ × 8’ spot with shade and power within reach. Our outdoor tips cover the rest.
- Campus setup: confirm the load-in route, parking and who signs off on the insurance certificate.
Celebrating a grad?
Send us the date and venue, and we will confirm availability and an exact quote.
Check your dateFrequently asked questions
How much is a photo booth for a graduation party?
For a family graduation party, the Glam Booth is $1,250 for 3 hours, the 360 Booth $1,350 and the Mochi Booth $2,950. University-booked events use the corporate rate card, from $1,495. Travel and sales tax are added.
Which photo booth is best for a graduation party?
The Glam Booth for prints every guest takes home, the 360 Booth for slow-motion video for social media, or the Mochi Booth for sticker-style photos a younger crowd loves. Large parties often pair a print booth with a 360 Booth.
Can the prints have the school colors and class year?
Yes. Every package includes a custom print template with the grad's name, school colors and class year.
Do you work university and campus events?
Yes, including the University of La Verne's alumni night at Angel Stadium. Schools book on the corporate rate card with branded prints, a certificate of insurance and an invoice.
When should I book a graduation photo booth?
As early as you can for May and June: graduation weekends overlap with wedding season, and Saturdays book first.
Hitik Patel founded LA Glam Booth in 2022 after a decade behind the camera. His team has produced 1,000+ events and 250,000+ photos for couples and brands including UNIQLO, Netflix and Peacock.
