From luxury hotels to backyard celebrations — fixed quote in 60 seconds, one flat $180 travel fee to Rancho Mirage, 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
Open-air or enclosed, your choice — instant prints either way
From $425
Full-length mirror with animations & touchscreen
From $650
Cinematic 360° slow-motion video booth
From $650
Create Instagram-ready boomerangs and animated GIFs
From $500
Magazine-quality black & white portraits with a flattering beauty filter
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."
"We are so grateful to [The Photo Booth Guy]! They generously provided a classic photo booth for our nonprofit's annual fundraiser, and they were fantastic to work with. The customer service was excellent."
"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."
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).
Rentals start at $425 — every package includes setup and an on-site attendant in Rancho Mirage.
Peak-season dates (April through October) fill months out. Check yours before it's gone.
| Booth | Best for | Starts at |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Photo Booth Most booked | Any event on a budget | $425 / 2 hrs |
| Social Booth | Parties that live on social | $500 / 2 hrs |
| Glam Booth | Weddings & black-tie | $550 / 2 hrs |
| Mirror Photo Booth | Upscale weddings & galas | $650 / 2 hrs |
| 360 Photo Booth | High-energy events & activations | $650 / 2 hrs |
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. Your proof arrives at least 1 to 2 weeks 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 Rancho Mirage room. We arrive knowing where the outlets are, which freight elevator to use, and how to load in without breaking step.
Golf Resort
Historic Estate
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Same setup, same crew, same response time across all Rancho Mirage ZIPs (92270). If your venue has a 110V outlet within 50 ft and 8×8 ft of floor space (10×10 ft for the 360), we're set up.
Thunderbird Heights is Rancho Mirage's most exclusive guard-gated community.
Sunnylands is the historic Annenberg Estate where presidents and world leaders gather.
The Springs Country Club sits behind Bob Hope Drive with one of the original Desmond Muirhead courses from 1973 and a member clubhouse that hosts weddings, anniversary galas, charity golf tournament dinners, and Sinatra-era theme parties tied to the neighborhood mid-century legacy. The patio off the 18th green and the main dining room flip quickly between ceremony and reception.
The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage offers clifftop luxury overlooking the valley.
Mission Hills straddles Rancho Mirage and Cathedral City with championship golf.
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
Grad parties & commencements
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 619+ five-star reviews on Yelp plus 149+ 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
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Download the guide →Most-asked questions from couples, planners, and corporate event leads.
Photo booth rentals in Rancho Mirage, CA typically run $425–$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 Rancho Mirage 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 Rancho Mirage, from private residences to hotels, banquet halls, country clubs, and outdoor venues. We cover all of Riverside 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 Rancho Mirage as we do to a 500-guest gala — only the package size changes.
Every booth needs an 8x8 ft area with access to a single power outlet. The 360 booth needs slightly more: 10x10 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.
The Photo Booth Guy offers packages ranging from $425 to $1,050, giving hosts in Rancho Mirage a realistic range of options depending on event size, duration, and the specific features they want included. Entry-level packages cover the essentials needed to run a smooth booth experience, while higher-tier options typically add more time, expanded customization, or enhanced output features that make the prints or digital files feel more tailored to the event theme. Because Rancho Mirage hosts everything from intimate private parties to large resort-scale events, the pricing flexibility is genuinely useful. The Photo Booth Guy encourages potential clients to call (909) 570-1988 to talk through what each package level actually includes for their specific date and venue. Getting a direct quote ensures you know exactly what you are paying for and what add-ons might make sense before you commit to a booking.
The Photo Booth Guy regularly travels beyond their Chino, California home base to serve clients throughout Southern California, including Rancho Mirage and the wider Riverside County region. The Coachella Valley is well within their service footprint, and they handle the logistics of getting equipment to desert destinations reliably. For events that involve longer drives or multi-venue coordination, it is worth asking about any travel fees that may apply based on distance from Chino. The team is straightforward about those details during the quote process so there are no surprises on the invoice. If you are planning a destination event in the Palm Springs area, a resort wedding in Rancho Mirage, or a multi-day corporate gathering that spans more than one location, reaching out early gives the team time to plan travel and confirm availability. Call (909) 570-1988 to discuss your specific location and get a clear picture of what travel coverage looks like for your event.
Booking The Photo Booth Guy for a Rancho Mirage event is straightforward. The best first step is calling (909) 570-1988 to check availability for your date and get a package recommendation based on your guest count, venue, and event type. Because popular weekends in the Coachella Valley fill up quickly, especially during spring and fall wedding seasons, reaching out several months in advance is a smart move for weddings and large corporate events. For smaller or shorter-notice gatherings, there may be open dates available closer in, but early contact always gives you more flexibility. Once you have confirmed details and selected a package, the team walks you through what to expect on the day of your event, including setup timing and how the attendant will work with your venue staff. With a 4.9-star rating across more than 750 reviews, The Photo Booth Guy has a strong track record of delivering on what they promise at booking.
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5,500+ events · 5 stars · 750+ reviews · Veteran-owned since 2017
