A family reunion brings together people who may only see each other once every few years: grandparents, new babies, cousins who have grown up and relatives who married in. Everyone wants pictures, but the group shot on the lawn rarely captures the fun. A family reunion photo booth gives every branch of the family a chance to pose together and leave with a copy. This guide covers booth types, ideas for every generation and how to keep the photos after everyone goes home.

Why a booth works at a reunion

Family reunions mix ages and households that do not see each other often. A booth gives people an easy reason to step away from their usual group. A grandmother can pose with grandchildren she has just met, cousins can recreate a photo from years ago, and in-laws can join in without feeling out of place.

It also solves a common problem. At most reunions, a few people take all the photos and are never in them. With a self-serve booth, everyone gets to be in the picture.

Choosing the booth

Rent My Wedding offers two photo booth options. The Standard booth takes a photo strip with 3 high-quality images, which works well for small family groups. The Animated booth creates a looping GIF, similar to Instagram’s Boomerang effect, and kids and teens tend to love it. The Animated booth provides digital copies only.

Both booths are self-serve, completely unattended and simple to use. Guests tap to start, and the booth takes 3 photos per photo strip by default. The booth arrives in 2 small packages, so it is easy to bring to a hall, a clubhouse or a relative’s house. Our DIY photo booth guide explains setup in more detail.

Family reunion photo booth ideas for every generation

Recreate an old photo. Print a few family photos from past reunions and pin them up near the booth. Invite the same people to pose the same way today.

Do a generations shot. Line up the oldest and the youngest in each branch of the family, then add everyone in between.

Use a family name or a theme on the strip. The photo booths page offers two design options. The Standard Design option lets you customize one of the templates, and the Premium Design option allows you to submit your own custom logo, or work with our graphic designers to create custom artwork. A simple design with the family name and the year makes each strip a keepsake.

Keep props simple. A basket of hats, glasses and handwritten signs works for every age. Signs like “Grandma’s favorite” or “Class of 1975” start conversations.

Add a backdrop. A plain wall works, but a backdrop gives the photos a finished look. Our guide to photo booth backdrops shows more backdrop options.

Sharing the photos with the whole family

Guests receive their photo by email or text. The messages are sent instantly using built-in data on the photo booth, so no Wi-Fi is needed. Relatives who live far apart can share the photos with family who could not make the trip.

Every photo strip also goes to an online photo gallery, which can be either private or shareable with guests. A private gallery keeps the photos in the family. After the reunion, share the gallery link in the family group chat so everyone can find their pictures.

Setup tips for a reunion

• Pick a spot near an outlet and out of direct sunlight, so the screen is easy to see. If any part of your reunion is outdoors, ask the team about your setup before you order.
• Put it near the food. People pass the buffet all day, so the booth gets steady use.
• Ask a teen to be the booth captain. No attendant is needed, but a helper can round up relatives for group shots.
• Plan a group session. Announce a time for each branch of the family to visit the booth together.

For an evening gathering, the room can do more of the work. Uplights wash the walls in any color, and a monogram light can project the family name or initials on a wall or the floor. Our birthday party photo booth ideas have more ideas for party setups.

Delivery and returns

Your rental package will arrive at least two days before your event, and the rental period is 5 days. Each rental includes setup instructions, and 24/7 support is available. There is no minimum order, and shipping is free both ways within the continental U.S.

After the reunion, repack everything in the boxes it came in, attach the prepaid return labels and take them to a physical FedEx location within two days. Never leave them in a FedEx drop box. More answers are on the FAQs page.

A family reunion photo booth gives every relative a picture worth keeping. Choose a booth, plan a few group shots and share the gallery when the weekend is over.

FAQ

Can the whole family see the photos after the reunion?

Yes. Every photo strip goes to an online gallery, which can be either private or shareable with guests. Share the link with relatives so they can find their pictures, including family who could not attend.

Can kids use the photo booth on their own?

The booth is self-serve and completely unattended. A touchscreen prompts guests to take photos, so older kids can usually run it themselves. Younger children may need an adult or a teen nearby.

Can we keep the photo booth for a reunion weekend?

The rental period is 5 days, and your package arrives at least two days before your event. That gives you time to use the booth at more than one gathering, then repack it, attach the prepaid return labels and take the boxes to a physical FedEx location within two days after the event.

People Also Ask

What props work for a photo booth at a reunion?

Simple props work for every age: hats, glasses, handwritten signs and a few photos from past reunions. Signs with family sayings or years start conversations between relatives.

Which photo booth ideas suit a family reunion?

Plan a generations shot, recreate an old family photo and add the family name and the year to the photo strip, so each copy becomes a keepsake.