From luxury hotels to backyard celebrations — fixed quote in 60 seconds, no travel fees inside Santa Ana, 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
Traditional enclosed booth with instant prints
From $395
Full-length mirror with animations & touchscreen
From $650
Cinematic 360° slow-motion video platform
From $650
Create Instagram-ready boomerangs and animated GIFs
From $500
Black & white glamour photos with wind effect
From $550
"I had a great experience with PBG from the start. They were one of the easiest vendors I worked with for my wedding. Their clear, constant communication made the entire process so simple, and our photos came out beautifully."
"Overall they did a great job. The white booth with props came out perfectly. It had that added vibe to the party. They were easy to talk to and followed instructions well."
"PBG came to my 30th birthday party and did a fantastic job. From requesting a quote to processing all the logistics to designing my template and finally the day of the event, everything went smoothly."
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).
Three reasons your event runs without a hitch — every time.
SetupOur setup crew arrives 90 minutes before guests do. Every booth is calibrated, tested, and styled to the venue before the first guest walks in — so when the party starts, the booth doesn’t need a second of your attention.
TemplatesOur in-house designer builds your template from scratch using your colors, your monogram, and your event date. Every template ships at proof stage 5 days before the event so you have time to refine. Zero stock layouts, zero compromise — every single strip carries your name.
ReliabilityCameras, printers, lighting, and laptops get a full diagnostic and tune-up every single week — not just the morning of your event. That’s how we’ve delivered 5,500+ events without a no-show. Reliability isn’t luck. It’s a schedule.
From hotel ballrooms to country club terraces to private estates — we've set up at every kind of Santa Ana room. We arrive knowing where the outlets are, which freight elevator to use, and how to load in without breaking step.
Museum
Historic
Entertainment
Same setup, same crew, same response time across all Santa Ana ZIPs (92701, 92703, 92704, 92705, 92706, 92707). If your venue has a 110V outlet and a 10×10 ft footprint, we're set up.
From intimate celebrations to corporate gatherings — we bring the fun.
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
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.
Photo booth rentals in Santa Ana, CA typically run $395–$650 depending on hours, booth type (open-air, mirror, or 360), and add-ons like custom backdrops or guest books. We send a fixed quote up front — no surprise fees, no travel charge inside our standard service area.
Saturdays in Santa Ana fill up 4–8 weeks out and peak wedding season (April–October) often books 3–6 months in advance. If you have a specific date in mind, lock it in as early as possible. We can sometimes accommodate last-minute requests with 1–2 weeks notice.
Yes — we cover every neighborhood and venue in Santa Ana, from private residences to hotels, banquet halls, country clubs, and outdoor venues. We cover all of Orange County with no extra travel fees inside our standard service radius.
Weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, school dances, graduations, holiday parties, fundraisers, and brand activations. We bring the same professional setup to a backyard birthday in Santa Ana as we do to a 500-guest gala — only the package size changes.
Our standard open-air booth needs a 10x10 ft area with access to a single power outlet. The 360 booth needs slightly more — about 12x12 ft. We can work in tighter spaces too; just send us a quick photo of the spot during planning and we'll confirm fit.
Every package includes a professional attendant on-site, unlimited photo sessions, instant prints (or digital sharing depending on package), a curated prop selection, custom photo template with your event branding, and a digital gallery delivered after the event.
Photo booth rental in Santa Ana ranges from $395 to $1,050 depending on booth type and event duration. The Classic Booth starts at $395 for a 2-hour package and adds $100 per additional hour. The Glam Booth starts at $550 with a $150/hr extension rate. The Mirror Booth and 360 Video Booth both start at $650 for 2 hours, with $200/hr extensions. The Social Booth includes 4 hours at $500 with $150/hr extensions.
Every package includes a professional on-site attendant for the full event duration, free setup and breakdown, a custom-branded photo template designed for your event, an online digital gallery accessible for one year, a curated prop collection, free travel within 30 miles of Chino, CA, and instant digital delivery via QR code. Insurance certificates can be issued to named venues on request at no charge.
The Photo Booth Guy team has documented load-in procedures, power requirements, and recommended placement for the major venues across Santa Ana. Below is a non-exhaustive list of venues where setup logistics are pre-planned:
Standard equipment power draw is 8–12 amps on a single 120V/15A circuit. Setup time is 60–90 minutes. Most venues require a 10×10 ft or larger footprint for the booth plus a queue area. We coordinate directly with venue contacts on freight elevator scheduling, dedicated outlet placement, and event-day timing.
Santa Ana is approximately 25 miles from our HQ in Chino, CA — inside our 30-mile free-travel zone. $0 travel fee.
Travel beyond 30 miles is calculated straight-line from our Chino, CA base. The exact fee is locked into your written proposal — no surprises on the invoice.
Coverage extends across Southern California — Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County — with no upcharge for service area. Setup begins 60–90 minutes before guest start time; teardown wraps within 30 minutes after the event ends.
For peak wedding season (April through October), Saturday dates in Santa Ana typically book 4–6 months in advance. Off-peak Saturday availability fills 2–3 months out. December corporate holiday parties are usually fully booked by mid-September. Last-minute availability within 30 days exists occasionally and can be checked via the instant quote tool at https://book.thepbguy.com/proposal.
The Photo Booth Guy operates Monday through Saturday, with Sunday events available on request. Standard hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific Monday through Friday and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday. Event setup can occur outside standard hours when required by the venue or event timeline.
Weekend dates fill fast — get your proposal in seconds.
5,500+ events · 1 in 6 clients rebook · 5 stars · 750+ reviews · Veteran-owned since 2017
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