Everything you need to know before booking.
Photo booth hire is one of the most popular additions to Melbourne weddings, corporate events, and milestone birthdays. Whether you're after photo booth hire or photo booth rental in Melbourne, guests get to dress up with props, strike a pose, and walk away with printed photos or digital copies they can share on the spot. It's a talking point, an icebreaker, and a lasting memory for everyone who attends.
It's dead simple. Guests walk up to the booth, tap the touchscreen to start, and smile for the camera. A friendly booth attendant is there the whole time to help out and keep things running smoothly. Every package includes unlimited live prints on the night — guests take them home on the spot. Every event also gets a full digital gallery delivered within 48 hours.
You'll need roughly 2m × 2m of floor space for the booth setup, plus access to a standard power point. If your venue is tight on space, get in touch and we can work something out — we've set up in all sorts of venues and can usually make it work.
Every package includes the same core experience: a booth attendant for your full hire, props tailored to your event, unlimited live prints, instant sharing via WhatsApp, email or QR code, a complete digital gallery within 48 hours, full set up and pack down, and your choice of backdrop (white, black, or red curtains). Packages differ by hours of hire (2, 3, or 4 hours) and by photo strip template: Essential and Classic include a basic custom 2×6" strip with your text; Premium includes an advanced fully bespoke template design.
We cover all of Melbourne and surrounding areas. Travel is free for any event within 15km of Port Melbourne. Beyond that, a $50 travel fee applies for outer Melbourne. Regional or rural events are quoted on a case-by-case basis. Not sure which zone you fall into? Check the map on our Packages page or just let us know the suburb.
As early as possible. Popular dates — especially Friday and Saturday nights — fill up quickly. A 25% deposit is all it takes to lock in your date. The remaining balance is due one week before your event. The sooner you book, the more likely you'll get the date you want.
Yes. A booking contract is provided with every hire. It covers the basics — event details, pricing, payment schedule, and terms and conditions. Nothing complicated, just clear and straightforward so everyone's on the same page.
Yes — extra hours can be added to any package at $90 per hour. If you think you'll want to run longer than your booked package, it's worth mentioning that when you enquire so we can plan accordingly. That said, if the night's going well and everyone's still having a blast, just let us know and we'll sort it on the spot wherever possible.
Every package includes your choice of backdrop — white, black, or red curtains. White is the most versatile and works well for any event type. Black gives a classic, clean photo booth look. Red adds a bold, dramatic feel. Not sure which to go with? Tell us your event theme or colour palette and we'll help you decide.
Payment is made via bank transfer. Once your booking is confirmed, we'll send you an invoice with our bank details. A 25% deposit is required to lock in the date, with the remaining 75% due one week before your event. Bank details are on every invoice — no cash, no card surcharges.
Life happens. If you need to cancel or change your event date, get in touch as soon as you can — the earlier the better. For date changes, we'll do our best to move your booking if the new date is available. Cancellation terms are outlined in your booking contract. When in doubt, just reach out and we'll work through it with you.
Yes. Melbourne Photobooth Co. holds public liability insurance. Some venues require proof of insurance before allowing suppliers on-site — just let us know and we can provide a certificate of currency.
Yes. Once your booking is confirmed, we'll work with you on the photo strip template ahead of the event. Essential and Classic packages include a basic custom strip with your event name, names, and date. Premium includes a fully bespoke design — we'll collaborate with you to create something that matches your theme and style. You'll get to review and approve it before the night.
Groups of up to 6–8 people work well in the booth — it's all about fitting everyone in front of the backdrop. The wider the group, the more fun the photos. The attendant is on hand to help get everyone organised and make sure the shots come out great.
