How much does a photo booth rental cost in Pleasanton and the East Bay?

Pricing depends on the type of event and guest count, not just hours. Birthday parties typically start around $425-$525, school events like proms and dances run mid-range, and full corporate event packages run up to about $1,500. Every package includes unlimited sessions, double prints in about 5 seconds, digital copies, props, a free green screen, and a custom photo strip with your name or logo. The pricing form at hoppproductions.com shows your exact price based on event type and number of guests. Events more than 50 miles from Alameda add a $100 travel fee.

Who runs the photo booth at my event?

The owner, Brandon Hopp, personally runs every event - the same person you book with is the person who shows up. Hopp Productions has been owner-operated since 2001 and is fully insured.

What areas does Hopp Productions serve?

Hopp Productions primarily serves Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley - including Dublin, Livermore, San Ramon and Danville - plus the wider East Bay and Bay Area within about 50 miles of its Alameda home base.

What kinds of photo booths do you offer?

An open-air booth (8 by 6 feet, fits 10-15 people) with a free green-screen option, and an enclosed LED inflatable booth (10 by 10 feet). Both print two 2x6 photo strips automatically per session.

How do I book a photo booth?

Use the pricing form or live chat at hoppproductions.com to get your exact price by event type and guest count, or call (510) 912-8446. A $100 deposit holds your date; the balance is due the week of the event. Setup one hour before start is included free.

Photo Booth Rental FAQs | Hopp Productions | East Bay CA

Have questions about renting a photo booth for your event? We’ve answered the most common questions below. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Call or text Brandon at (510) 912-8446 — we respond quickly!

Pricing Questions

How much does it cost to rent a photo booth in the East Bay?
Our photo booth rental packages start at $425 for 2 hours. Pricing depends on your event size and duration. Small to medium events (up to 100 guests) range from $425-$725. Larger events (101-200 guests) range from $525-$825. Every package includes unlimited sessions, instant prints, digital copies, props, custom photo strips, and green screen — no hidden fees.

What’s included in the photo booth rental price?
Everything you need for a great photo booth experience is included FREE: unlimited photo sessions (guests can use it as many times as they want), instant prints (two 2×6 strips per session), digital copies of all photos, email/social sharing, fun props, custom photo strip designs with your names or logo, and green screen backgrounds. No surprise charges.

Do you charge extra for green screen?
No! Green screen is included FREE with every package. Many competitors charge $100-$200 extra for this. With us, your guests can choose any background image at no additional cost.

Is there a travel fee?
Events within 50 miles of Alameda have no travel fee. For events beyond 50 miles, there’s a $100 travel fee. We serve all of the East Bay including Pleasanton, Fremont, Dublin, Livermore, San Ramon, and more.

How much is the deposit to book?
Just $100 reserves your date. The remaining balance is due one week before your event.

Booking Questions

How far in advance should I book a photo booth?
As soon as you have your event date confirmed! Popular dates — especially Friday and Saturday nights during wedding season (May-October) — book up fast. We’ve had clients book 6-12 months in advance for peak dates. A $100 deposit locks in your date.

How do I book Hopp Productions?
Easy! Call or text Brandon at (510) 912-8446, or fill out the contact form on our website. We respond quickly — usually within a few hours. Once you’re ready, a $100 deposit reserves your date.

Do you book last-minute events?
Yes, if we’re available! Call or text (510) 912-8446 to check availability. We’ve done events booked just days in advance.

Photo Booth Features Questions

What types of photo booths do you offer?
We have two options:
1. Open Air Photo Booth — 8 feet wide × 6 feet long × 7 feet tall. Fits 10-15 people, includes free green screen. Perfect for weddings and corporate events.
2. Enclosed LED Inflatable Booth — 10 feet × 10 feet × 10 feet. Features cool LED lighting. Great for parties and outdoor events ($200 outdoor fee applies).

How many people can fit in the photo booth at once?
Our Open Air Photo Booth comfortably fits 10-15 people. Our record is 21 people in one photo! Great for big group shots.

How fast do the photos print?
Incredibly fast — just 5 seconds! Each session automatically prints two 2×6 photo strips. Guests don’t have to wait around.

Can guests get digital copies of their photos?
Absolutely! Guests can email photos to themselves right at the booth. Plus, we send you all the digital photos from your event the next day.

Do you offer GIFs and videos?
Yes! Animated GIFs are available as an add-on for $49. Slow motion video is also available for $49.

What props do you provide?
We bring a full prop box with fun items: silly hats, wigs, oversized glasses, signs, boas, masks, and more. Props are included free with every package.

Can I customize the photo strip design?
Yes! We can add your names, wedding date, event name, company logo, hashtag, or custom graphics to every photo strip. This is included FREE — no extra charge.

Event Day Questions

How early do you arrive to set up?
We arrive one hour before your photo booth start time to set up and test everything.

How much space does the photo booth need?
The Open Air Photo Booth needs about 8×10 feet of floor space. The LED Inflatable Booth needs about 12×12 feet. We also need access to a standard electrical outlet within 50 feet.

Do you stay and run the booth during the event?
Yes! A professional attendant stays the entire time to help guests and ensure the booth runs smoothly.

Can the photo booth be used outdoors?
Yes, with some considerations. The Open Air Booth works outdoors in covered areas. The LED Inflatable Booth works great outdoors — there’s a $200 setup/cleanup fee for outdoor inflatable use.

Event Type Questions

Do you do weddings?
Yes! Weddings are one of our specialties. We’ve done hundreds of weddings across the East Bay.

Do you do corporate events?
Absolutely. We work with companies for holiday parties, team building events, product launches, company picnics, trade shows, and more. We can add your company logo to every photo strip.

What types of events do you serve?
We do it all: weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, quinceañeras, bar/bat mitzvahs, graduation parties, baby showers, anniversary parties, holiday parties, fundraisers, school events, proms, and any celebration.

Service Area Questions

What areas do you serve?
We serve the entire East Bay including: Pleasanton, Fremont, Livermore, Dublin, Castro Valley, Hayward, San Ramon, Danville, Walnut Creek, Alameda, Oakland, Berkeley, San Leandro, Union City, Newark, and surrounding areas.

Do you serve Pleasanton?
Yes! Pleasanton is one of our most popular service areas. No travel fee for Pleasanton events.

Do you serve Fremont?
Yes! We serve Fremont with no travel fee.

About Hopp Productions

How long have you been in business?
Hopp Productions has been in the events industry since 2001 — that’s over 25 years of experience. We started providing photo booth services in 2016.

What are your reviews like?
We have 145+ five-star reviews across Yelp, Thumbtack, and WeddingWire:
• Yelp: 69 reviews, 5-star rating
• Thumbtack: 74 reviews, Top Pro status, 115+ hires
• WeddingWire: 4.8/5 rating

Is the package price the total? Is there tax?

Sales tax is added to package prices. When you ask for a quote, we’ll always give you the exact out-the-door total — no surprises and no hidden fees. Nonprofit or community organization? Ask us — we do our best to work with community budgets.

What if we need to cancel or reschedule?

Life happens — illnesses, venue changes, weather. If your event gets postponed, we can apply your deposit to a rescheduled date. Just reach out as soon as you know your plans changed.

Can we split the rental hours (like 5–6 pm, then 8–10 pm)?

The booth and operator stay on site for your whole event, so rental time is billed as the full span from the first start to the final finish — a 5 pm to 10 pm window is a 5-hour rental even with a break in the middle. For most events it’s simpler (and cheaper) to pick one continuous block.

What does the booth need at my venue?

Just one standard power outlet — an extension cord or power strip is fine. The open-air booth needs roughly an 8 ft x 6 ft footprint (7 ft tall) and fits in surprisingly small spots; the enclosed LED inflatable booth needs a 10 ft x 10 ft area. We arrive about an hour early to set up, and your billed time doesn’t start until your event does.

Can the booth go outdoors?

Absolutely — backyards, parks, festivals. We recommend a shaded spot, and we can bring a tent for shade if needed. If your outdoor site has no power, a rented generator works great (our customers have done it). Note: the enclosed LED inflatable booth adds a $100 cleanup fee for outdoor use.

Can you match my event’s theme?

Yes — this is our favorite part. The free green screen can show any background image: we’ve done safari parties, Bollywood nights, Diwali celebrations, 49ers game days, and graduations with school colors and logos. You can send us your own background images (JPEG or PNG), guests can pick a different background for every photo, and we can even load new backgrounds on-site during the event. Custom photo strips include your names, event date, or logo — and we send you a proof of the design before the event.

What backdrops do you have besides green screen?

White and black backdrops are also available if you prefer a classic look. The green screen is the most popular because your guests aren’t stuck with one background.

When and how do we get our photos?

Guests get prints instantly at the event — two 2×6 strips in about 5 seconds. The morning after your event, we send you a download link with every digital photo. Save your files within 7 days — download links expire, though we’re happy to resend one if you miss it.

How does payment work?

A $100 deposit reserves your date — payable by credit card or PayPal. The balance is due the week of your event (we send a Square invoice), or you can pay in full any time before. Want to read the agreement first? We’ll gladly send you the contract before you pay anything.

Do you have a vintage-style booth or Polaroid guest books?

We keep it to our two crowd-pleasers: the modern open-air booth and the glowing LED inflatable booth. No vintage enclosed booths or Polaroid services — but the classic 2×6 printed strips make a great guest-book alternative, and guests can write on them just the same.

Still Have Questions?

We’re happy to help! Call or text Brandon anytime:

📞 (510) 912-8446
🕐 Available 7am – 10pm daily

Hopp Productions — East Bay’s Most Trusted Photo Booth Company Since 2016