Nigerian weddings are some of the most joyful, high-energy celebrations we work: big guest lists, coordinated outfits, a dance floor that never empties. A photo booth fits right in, as long as it is planned for big groups and big energy. Here is how we approach Nigerian weddings across Southern California.
Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa and other traditions differ, and every family has its own way of celebrating, so treat this as a starting point.
Plan for aso ebi groups
Aso ebi are coordinated fabrics worn by family and friend groups, often chosen months ahead. Those groups want a photo together, so:
- Make room for groups. Leave space in front of the booth and choose a print layout that fits a crowd, like a single large photo on a 4×6.
- Call groups up. Ask your MC or planner to invite each aso ebi group to the booth at a quiet moment, so every family gets its shot.
- Match the template to the colors. We design the print around the wedding’s colors and fabrics, with the couple’s names and date.
Pick the booth for the energy
- 360 Booth: slow-motion video built for the dance floor, the entrance and the outfits. See our 360 Booth guide.
- Glam Booth: studio-lit black-and-white portraits that make gele, agbada and gowns look timeless. We have run our black-and-white Glam Booth at a Nigerian wedding reception (pictured above), where guests in evening gowns posed against the white backdrop.
- Both: for large guest lists, a print booth for keepsakes and a 360 Booth for video keep lines short and give guests two different takeaways.
Timing around the program
- Grand entrance and first dances: guests are watching, so the booth is quiet.
- Money spraying: the dance floor is the center of attention; guests return to the booth afterward.
- Open dancing: the busiest time for the booth, especially a 360 on the dance floor.
- Long receptions: 4 to 5 hours, or two booths, usually fit Nigerian receptions better than 3. See how many hours you need.
Traditional engagement and white wedding
Many couples hold a traditional engagement and a white wedding on separate days, sometimes at separate venues. We can cover both, with a different print design for each, and quote the two events together.
Pricing
For weddings, 3 hours is $1,250 for the Glam Booth and $1,350 for the 360 Booth, with an attendant, custom print design, digital delivery and an online gallery within 48 hours. Two events or two booths are quoted together. Travel is a flat $150 in LA County, Orange County and the Inland Empire. See our LA price guide.
Planning a Nigerian wedding?
Send us your dates, venues and guest count, and we will plan the booths around your celebration.
Check your dateFrequently asked questions
What photo booth is best for a Nigerian wedding?
A 360 Booth for the dance floor and outfits, a black-and-white Glam Booth for timeless portraits, or both for large guest lists.
How do we fit aso ebi groups in the photo booth?
Leave space in front of the booth, use a print layout with one large photo, and have your MC invite each aso ebi group up at a quiet moment.
How many hours of photo booth does a Nigerian wedding need?
Nigerian receptions often run long, so 4 to 5 hours, or two booths, usually fit better than 3 hours.
Can one company cover the traditional engagement and the white wedding?
Yes. LA Glam Booth can cover both events with a different print design for each, quoted together.
How much does a photo booth cost for a Nigerian wedding in LA?
For 3 hours, the Glam Booth is $1,250 and the 360 Booth $1,350, including an attendant, custom print design and digital delivery. Travel is a flat $150 in LA, Orange County and the Inland Empire.
Sources
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.
