From luxury hotels to backyard celebrations — fixed quote in 60 seconds, no travel fees inside Irvine, trained attendant on every event. Trusted by 5,500+ couples, planners, and corporate event leads across Southern California since 2017.
“I review every event the morning of — that’s the deal.” — Andrew Cruz, founder · USMC vet
From hotel ballrooms to country club terraces to private estates — we've set up at every kind of Irvine room. We arrive knowing where the outlets are, which freight elevator to use, and how to load in without breaking step.
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Irvine sits at the center of Orange County's tech and finance corridor, and the event mix on a Saturday in Spectrum is unlike anything inland — a Series-B kickoff at a Spectrum office tower, a 200-guest Indian wedding at the Hotel Irvine ballroom, and a quinceañera in Woodbridge all running the same weekend. Each calls for a different booth voice.
We've shot more than 370 Irvine events since 2020, and the patterns are clear: the Hotel Irvine ballroom rewards a Mirror or Glam booth that complements the room's contemporary palette; Oak Creek Golf Club and Strawberry Farms golf-course weddings are dominated by open-air Classic setups with sequin or floral backdrops keyed to Irvine's warm-weather palette; and corporate events at Irvine Spectrum Center office towers want logo-locked templates and live hashtag aggregation pulled into the booth screen for the post-event recap deck.
What sets Irvine apart from neighboring cities is timeline rigor. Irvine planners — corporate or family — usually run a tighter schedule than Orange County average. We've adjusted: setups are scoped for shorter pre-event windows, attendants come briefed on the run-of-show, and templates are approved before the day rather than rebuilt on-site.
Booking lead time: Spectrum corporate events typically lock the booth 4-8 weeks out. Hotel Irvine and Marriott weddings book 6-9 months ahead — peak Saturdays in May and October fill first. Permits: indoor venue events do not require city permits. Outdoor Great Park events go through Orange County Great Park Corporation; we carry the standard event rider on file. Travel: Irvine sits inside our standard service area — no travel fees for any address inside city limits, including Quail Hill, Turtle Rock, Northwood, Woodbridge, and the Spectrum / Great Park master-planned communities.
Same setup, same crew, same response time across all Irvine ZIPs (92602, 92603, 92604, 92606, 92612, 92614...). If your venue has a 110V outlet and a 10×10 ft footprint, we're set up.

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Full-length mirror with animations & touchscreen
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Black & white glamour photos with wind effect
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Capture every magical moment
Celebrate her special day
Mazel Tov! Milestone moments
Birthdays, anniversaries & more
Brand experiences & team events
Product launches & promos
Proms, dances & graduations
Festive celebrations year-round
No back-and-forth. No surprise fees. Most clients are confirmed in under 48 hours.
Visit book.thepbguy.com, enter your event date, duration, and booth type. Pricing is instant — no waiting for a callback.
Pay a small deposit to hold your date. We'll send a contract and booking confirmation within minutes.
Work with our team to finalize your photo template, backdrop, props, and any branding or custom overlays.
Our team arrives 60–90 minutes early to set up. Your attendant stays the full event duration, then we pack up. Your digital gallery uploads the Monday after your event (expedite available on request).
Nine years. 5,500+ events. Every booking still attended personally or by an attendant I trained.
I retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after a full career — seven years in aviation logistics, then years as a career recruiter. Along the way I earned three Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals and a Navy Commendation Medal, all for performance. I started The Photo Booth Guy in 2017 because I couldn't find a photo booth operator in Southern California who treated every event the way I'd want my own wedding handled. So I built one. Every booking is owner-overseen. Every event ships with a uniformed on-site attendant — never a drop-off rental. We're a veteran-owned small business, fully insured, and accepted at every major venue in the Inland Empire.
Nine years in, we've delivered 5,500+ events and earned 600+ five-star reviews on Yelp plus 150+ on Google — and I still personally review every event the morning of. If you have a question before booking, call me directly at (909) 570-1988.
— Andrew Cruz, Founder & Owner
Most-asked questions from couples, planners, and corporate event leads.
Yes. We serve every Irvine ZIP — Spectrum, Woodbridge, Turtle Rock, Northwood, Quail Hill, Great Park, University Park, and the newer Cypress Village and Eastwood Village master-planned communities. There are no travel fees inside Irvine city limits regardless of neighborhood.
For Spectrum-area corporate events, the 360 Photo Booth wins — it produces shareable cinematic clips that carry the company logo into employees' Instagram and TikTok feeds the same evening. For executive-grade galas at Hotel Irvine or the Irvine Marriott, the Glam Booth (B&W studio portraits) and Mirror Booth (interactive 4×6 prints) are the two we deploy most often.
Most Irvine weddings book the photo booth 6-9 months ahead. Saturdays in peak wedding season (April-October) at Oak Creek, Strawberry Farms, and Hotel Irvine fill first — if your date is locked, reach out as soon as you have your venue confirmed. Mid-week and off-peak weekend dates have more flexibility.
Yes. We regularly run quinceañeras, Indian weddings, Korean wedding receptions, Chinese New Year celebrations, and Persian-American galas across Irvine's diverse neighborhoods. Spanish-speaking attendants are available on request at no extra fee, and templates can be designed in any script the client provides.
Photo booth rental costs in Irvine through The Photo Booth Guy range from $395 to $1,050, providing flexible options for different event sizes and budgets. The pricing structure accommodates various needs, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. The wide range suggests multiple package tiers are available, though specific inclusions for base packages versus premium upgrades aren't detailed in their standard offerings. Factors that typically influence pricing include rental duration, booth style, print options, digital sharing capabilities, and any custom branding requirements. The competitive pricing reflects their position in the Irvine market while maintaining the quality service that has earned them hundreds of positive reviews throughout Orange County.
The Photo Booth Guy serves Irvine from their Chino, California headquarters, covering events throughout Orange County and the broader Southern California region. Since Irvine is within their established service area, standard travel arrangements typically apply without additional fees for most locations within the city. For events in Irvine, their proximity allows for reliable delivery and pickup scheduling. While specific travel policies aren't outlined, their regional presence suggests they handle multi-location events and can coordinate services across different venues when needed. Their established operations in the area mean they understand local traffic patterns and timing considerations that ensure punctual arrival and professional service delivery for Irvine events.
To book photo booth services from The Photo Booth Guy for your Irvine event, contact them directly at (909) 570-1988 to discuss your specific needs and check availability. Their booking process typically involves understanding your event details, venue requirements, and preferred package options to provide accurate pricing and service recommendations. Given their popularity with over 750 reviews, advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred date, especially during peak wedding and event seasons. Early booking also allows time for any custom requirements or special accommodations your Irvine event might need. Their experienced team guides clients through the selection process to ensure the photo booth setup perfectly complements your celebration and venue requirements.
I’ll review your Irvine event the morning of. That’s the deal.
— Andrew Cruz, founder · USMC vet
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