Bar/bat mitzvah photo booth. For the kids. For the parents. For the bubbie.
Custom theme template tied to the mitzvah theme. Energetic attendant who keeps the kids in line and the photos coming. Family-portrait setup before the candle-lighting ceremony. 100+ mitzvahs delivered across SoCal — synagogue receptions to private clubs.
The mitzvah-vendor problem
Most mitzvah photo vendors don't handle the kids' party AND the parents' reception.
Here's the difference between the typical photo booth vendor and what we ship to your mitzvah.
What goes wrong with most mitzvah booth vendors
- Generic templates with no theme tie-in to the mitzvah theme (sports, music, beach, art).
- Attendant doesn't engage 13-year-olds — booth becomes wallflower for the youth section.
- Stock props instead of theme-curated (no foam fingers for a sports theme, no neon for a glow theme).
- Setup at the wrong time — not ready for the candle-lighting ceremony portrait window.
- Same fee whether it's a 3-hr kids party or a 5-hr full reception.
- No accommodation for the dual-audience reality (kids party = high energy, parents reception = formal).
What we ship to every mitzvah
- Custom theme template tied to the mitzvah theme — sports jerseys, music notes, beach, art, or whatever was chosen.
- Energetic attendant who works the youth crowd — no booth-wallflower moments.
- Theme-curated prop kit — selected to match the announced theme, not generic.
- Setup timed to the candle-lighting ceremony portrait window — Mirror or Glam ready.
- Mitzvah rate (not wedding rate) — fair pricing for a 4-hr reception with two energy phases.
- Dual-mode operation — high-energy props for the kids dance, classic prints for parents and grandparents.
Your mitzvah-day timeline
What we do before, during, and after.
From booking to digital gallery delivery. Most clients are confirmed in under 48 hours and never have to think about the booth again.
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Booking & design intake
$200 deposit secures the date. We collect your monogram, colors, venue, and timeline. Designer queues your custom template.
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Final-detail confirmation
We send a one-page event sheet: load-in time, contact for venue coordinator, attendant assignment. You sign off.
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Balance auto-charges · template proof
Final balance pulls from card or ACH on file. Template proof emailed for last-minute color or layout tweaks.
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Crew confirms with venue
Attendant calls the venue coordinator (when their info is on file) to confirm freight elevator, parking, and setup window. You don't have to relay anything.
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Setup begins
Crew arrives 60–90 minutes before guest start time. Booth calibrated, lighting set, prints test-run, props arranged. Support kit in the van — spare cables, lighting parts, and consumables.
Attendant runs the booth
Greets guests, manages line flow, swaps prints, refills props, hands strips out. You don't see the booth — you see your guests laughing at it.
Strike & load-out
30-minute teardown after the event ends. Coordinated with venue load-out window. Zero footprint left behind.
after
Digital gallery delivered
Every photo from the night, sorted and color-corrected, in a private password-protected gallery — uploaded the Monday after your event. Shareable with guests, downloadable in full resolution. Need it faster? Expedite available on request.
● 🎖 USMC · Founder
From the founder
Why I started The Photo Booth Guy.
Nine years. 5,500+ events. 100+ mitzvahs across LA, OC, and the Inland Empire — synagogues, country clubs, private estates.
I started The Photo Booth Guy in 2017 while still on active duty in the Marine Corps, because I couldn't find a photo booth operator in Southern California who treated every mitzvah the way I'd want my own handled. So I built one — running the early bookings on weekends between deployments and training. Every booking is owner-overseen. Every mitzvah ships with a uniformed in-house attendant — never a drop-off rental, never a subcontractor. We're a veteran-owned small business, fully insured ($2M GL), and accepted at every major SoCal venue.
Nine years in, we've delivered 100+ mitzvahs and earned 600+ five-star reviews on Yelp plus 150+ on Google. I still personally review every mitzvah the morning of — venue notes, timeline, attendant brief. If you have a question before booking, call or text me directly at (909) 570-1988.
Mitzvah packages
Three mitzvah configurations, priced flat.
Custom theme template included free. Mitzvah rates — not wedding rates.
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Promise
The Show-Up Promise — 100% on-time delivery across 5,500+ events.
Every mitzvah ships with a field-tested support kit on-site and a standby runner on-call within ~30–60 minutes of any SoCal venue. If we ever fail to deliver service, full refund. Across 5,500+ events since 2017 — never missed a mitzvah.
- Classic open-air booth
- Custom theme template
- Energetic attendant full window
- Unlimited 4×6 prints
- Theme-curated prop kit
- Monday-after digital gallery (expedite available)
- Mirror or Glam booth (your pick)
- Custom theme template + photo overlay
- Pro attendant full window
- Unlimited 4×6 prints
- Theme + classic prop kit (dual-audience)
- Live-feed slideshow option
- Monday-after digital gallery (expedite available)
- Mirror or 360 video booth
- Custom theme template with mitzvah honoree's name
- Two attendants
- Unlimited prints + digital reels
- Idle-hour pause between phases
- Same-day USB of all images
- Branded micro-site for the family
By booth style
Five booth styles, every mitzvah budget.
Same in-house crew, same custom branded template included free, same on-time delivery record — across every booth in the fleet.
Not ready to book today?
Get a written proposal — emailed in 60 seconds.
Forward to your spouse, planner, or boss. No commitment. We'll hold the date for 48 hours while you decide.
Venues on file across SoCal
100+ mitzvahs. Synagogues, country clubs, and private estates.
We've worked these venues. That means we know load-in logistics, candle-lighting timing windows, and the DJ handoffs before day-of.
Synagogues & temples
- Sinai Temple — Westwood
- Stephen Wise Temple — Los Angeles
- Wilshire Boulevard Temple — Koreatown
- Temple Bat Yahm — Newport Beach
- Adat Ari El — Valley Village
Country clubs & estates
- Bel Air Country Club
- Hillcrest Country Club
- Brentwood Country Club
- Mountain Gate Country Club
- Marbella Country Club — San Juan Capistrano
- Private estates — Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Bel Air
Hotels & cultural centers
- Skirball Cultural Center — Los Angeles
- Hotel Irvine — Orange County
- Hotel ballrooms throughout LA & OC
- Kosher caterer-approved setups on file
- COI naming your venue within 24h
From clients
750+ reviews · 4.9 stars. Three you should read.
Pulled from public reviews and direct client letters.
"My son's bar mitzvah had a sports theme — Andrew's designer custom-built a Lakers-style template with his name on the jersey. The 13-year-olds went crazy. Best vendor decision we made."David K.Bar Mitzvah · Sports theme · Sinai Temple · Westwood
"Booked the full 6-hour package — kids party + reception. Andrew's team adjusted the prop kit between phases (foam fingers for kids, classic frames for parents). Photos came out perfect for both groups."Rachel & MarkBat Mitzvah · Beach theme · Bel Air Country Club
"The candle-lighting portraits were the moment we wanted captured. Andrew's team set up before the ceremony so we got every family group on camera before the dancing started."Jonathan B.Bar Mitzvah · Music theme · Stephen Wise · Los Angeles
Before you book
Bar/Bat Mitzvah photo booth FAQ — answered.
Most-asked questions from mitzvahs clients across Southern California.
Which booth is most popular for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs?
The 360 Video Booth is by far our most requested for mitzvahs! The teens absolutely love creating slow-motion videos they can share instantly. Many families also add a Classic Booth so adults can get printed keepsakes.
Can you match our party theme?
Absolutely! Whether it's sports, music, gaming, travel, Hollywood, or any other theme — we create custom templates and curate props to match. Just share your theme details and we'll make it happen.
How do guests share photos digitally?
Guests can text or email photos directly to themselves from our sharing station. For 360 videos, they get a link within seconds that they can share to Instagram, TikTok, or anywhere else. It's instant!
How long should we book for?
Most Bar/Bat Mitzvah bookings are 3-4 hours during the party portion. This gives all guests plenty of time to enjoy the booth. For larger parties (150+ guests), consider 4-5 hours.
Is the booth appropriate for all ages?
Yes! Our photo booth entertainment is family-friendly and enjoyed by guests of all ages — from the 13-year-old guest of honor to great-grandparents. Props are curated to be fun but appropriate.
Can family who couldn't attend access the photos?
Yes! Every booking includes an online gallery. Photos and videos are uploaded the Monday after your event (expedite available on request) so you can share the link with family anywhere in the world to view and download memories.
Other occasions
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Same crew, same standard. Each occasion has packages tuned to its rhythm.
By city
Where we deliver — 115+ Southern California cities.
100+ events delivered across 4 counties · 115+ cities. No travel fee within 30 miles of Chino. Click your city for local examples and instant pricing.
Pricing details and what's included
Photo booth rental in Bar/Bat Mitzvah ranges from $395 to $1,450 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.
Service area & travel policy
Free travel is included within 30 miles of Chino, California. Travel beyond 30 miles is billed at $3 per mile and confirmed in writing on the proposal. Total service radius: 75 miles.
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.
Booking lead times & availability
For peak wedding season (April through October), Saturday dates in Bar/Bat Mitzvah 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.
Quick reference facts
- Business name
- The Photo Booth Guy
- Founder
- Andrew Cruz · United States Marine Corps veteran
- Founded
- 2017 (operating 9 years)
- Headquarters
- 14182 Central Ave Suite B, Chino, CA 91710
- Phone
- (909) 570-1988
- info@thepbguy.com
- Free travel zone
- 30 miles from Chino, CA
- Total service radius
- 75 miles (paid travel beyond 30 miles)
- Counties served
- Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino
- Pricing range
- $395–$1,450 by booth and duration
- Classic Booth
- $395 / 2 hr — +$100/hr extension
- Glam Booth
- $550 / 2 hr — +$150/hr extension
- Mirror Booth
- $650 / 2 hr — +$200/hr extension
- 360 Photo Booth
- $650 / 2 hr — +$200/hr extension
- Social Booth
- $500 / 4 hr — +$150/hr extension
- Aggregate rating
- 4.9 stars on 750+ reviews
- Events delivered
- 5,500+ since 2017
- Insurance
- Carrier & certificate provided to named venues on request
- Booking
- https://book.thepbguy.com/proposal
Lock in your mitzvah date.
$200 deposit holds the date. Most families confirmed in under 48 hours. Same-day proposal turnaround.
"I review every mitzvah the morning of — that's the deal."
— Andrew Cruz · Founder · USMC vet
100+ mitzvahs · 4.9★ · 750+ reviews · USMC veteran-owned since 2017