About SmilingShots — Your NYC Photo Booth Rental Company
As a trusted NYC photo booth rental company since 2013, SmilingShots delivers professional photo booth experiences for corporate events, weddings, and celebrations across all five boroughs.
Our Story: NYC Photo Booth Rental Company Since 2013
SmilingShots Photo Booth Rental NYC was founded in 2013 with a simple idea: every event deserves a photo booth experience that goes beyond pressing a button and printing a strip. What started as a single open air photo booth operating out of Manhattan has grown into one of New York City’s most trusted photo booth rental services, with a collection of over 10 booth types — including our popular 360 photo booth and magic mirror booth — and a team of dedicated event professionals.
Over the past 13 years, we have had the privilege of bringing our booths to more than 4,800 events across all five boroughs. From Fortune 500 corporate activations in Midtown Manhattan to luxury weddings in Brooklyn brownstones, brand launch parties in SoHo lofts to holiday galas at iconic venues like The Plaza and Cipriani — our team has seen it all. That depth of experience is what allows us to handle any event, at any scale, with confidence.
Unlike many NYC photo booth rental companies that subcontract equipment or rely on third-party operators, we own every single piece of equipment in our inventory. Every DSLR camera, every lighting rig, every mirror booth and 360 platform — it all belongs to us. That means we control the quality from start to finish. As a fully owner-operated NYC photo booth rental company, when you book SmilingShots you are working directly with the people who set up, operate, and maintain your booth. No middlemen, no surprises.
With over a decade of experience in the NYC event industry, our mission remains the same as it was on day one: deliver unforgettable moments with professional-grade equipment, reliable service, and a personal touch that keeps clients coming back year after year. From our magazine cover booth to classic open air setups, we bring creative options to every celebration. Whether you are planning a 50-person birthday party in Queens or a 2,000-guest corporate conference in the Javits Center, SmilingShots is the professional photo booth company Manhattan event planners trust to get it right.
4,800+
Events Completed
13+
Years in NYC
5.0★
Google Rating
5
Boroughs Served
What Sets Us Apart
We Own All Our Equipment
Every booth, camera, printer, and lighting kit in our fleet belongs to SmilingShots. We never subcontract to third-party operators or rent equipment from other vendors. This means consistent quality at every event and full accountability from setup to teardown.
Professional Attendants at Every Event
A trained SmilingShots attendant is on-site for the full duration of your rental. They handle setup, assist guests, troubleshoot in real time, and ensure everything runs seamlessly so you never have to worry about the booth. Our team follows best practices established by the Photo Booth Association to deliver a consistently professional experience.
Same-Day Delivery Across NYC
Based in the heart of Manhattan, our logistics team delivers and sets up across all five boroughs — often on the same day. As an NYC photo booth rental company with our own fleet and warehouse, we handle last-minute corporate bookings and weekend weddings alike, making it happen on your timeline.
Fully Customizable Experiences
Your brand, your colors, your vision. We customize photo overlays, print templates, digital galleries, start screens, and backdrop designs to match your event theme or corporate identity down to the last detail.
Areas We Serve
As a leading NYC photo booth rental company based in Manhattan, we provide full-service photo booth rentals across every borough. Wherever your event is, we will be there — contact us to check availability.
Manhattan
Midtown, SoHo, Tribeca, Upper East Side, Chelsea, Financial District, Harlem, and more
Brooklyn
Williamsburg, DUMBO, Park Slope, Downtown Brooklyn, Bushwick, Brooklyn Heights
Queens
Astoria, Long Island City, Flushing, Forest Hills, Jamaica, Bayside
Bronx
Pelham Bay, City Island, Fordham, Riverdale, Hunts Point, Mott Haven
Staten Island
St. George, Tottenville, Great Kills, New Dorp, Snug Harbor
We also serve Long Island, Westchester, New Jersey, and Connecticut for larger events. Browse our photo booth gallery or contact us for availability outside NYC.
Ready to Work With NYC’s Top Photo Booth Team?
Tell us about your event and we will put together a custom package. As a premier NYC photo booth rental company, we offer no obligation, no pressure — just a quick conversation to see how we can make your event unforgettable.
Or call us directly: (516) 582-5442 | info@smilingshots.com
