Photo booth for hen parties, baby showers and gender reveals: the complete guide
Hen parties (the French “EVJF”), baby showers and gender reveals have become must-have celebrations. And if there is one form of entertainment that wins everyone over at these parties, it is the photo booth. Why? Because it creates physical keepsakes that everyone takes home, with no organising effort at all.
Contents
- Photo booth for a hen party
- Photo booth for a baby shower
- Photo booth for a gender reveal
- Which package should you choose?
- FAQ
Photo booth for a hen party
The hen party is when the bride-to-be’s friends really let their hair down. A ready-to-go photo booth turns every moment into a memorable keepsake.
Personalised frame ideas for a hen party
- “Team [Bride’s first name]” with a flower crown
- “Hen party - Last night of freedom” in gold lettering
- “Future Mrs [Surname]” with the wedding date
- A rose gold and white design for a chic look
Why it works so well at a hen party
The guests are already in party mode and love taking photos of themselves. According to our feedback, a hen party of 10 people produces on average 80 to 100 photos in one evening. The 50 printed photos package is more than enough, and digital photos and GIFs are unlimited.
The printed photos become a gift for the bride-to-be: an album of memories from her last night of “freedom”!
Organising a hen party? The 50 printed photos package at €99 (+€30 delivery) is perfect for a group of 10-20 people. Discover our packages.
Photo booth for a baby shower
A baby shower celebrates the baby’s upcoming arrival. It is a gentle, festive occasion that brings loved ones together. A photo booth adds a fun touch and creates keepsakes the parents will treasure for years.
Baby shower frame ideas
- “Baby [First name] is coming!” with clouds and stars
- “Oh baby!” in a minimalist pastel style
- “[First name] - Baby Shower - [Date]” with baby illustrations
- On-trend colours: sage green, mustard yellow, terracotta
The photo booth as the centrepiece
Place the photo booth near the buffet or the gift table. Guests take their photo, print it and write a message on the back for the baby. You end up with a mini photo guestbook that you will read with your child in 20 years’ time.
Photo booth for a gender reveal
The gender reveal is the moment you announce the baby’s sex. The photo booth captures your guests’ reactions, and those reactions are often hilarious.
Gender reveal frame ideas
- “Boy or Girl?” in blue and pink
- “He or She? What will baby be?” with a big question mark in the middle
- “Team Blue / Team Pink” to split your guests into teams
- After the reveal: an “It’s a [Boy/Girl]!” frame
The surprise frame trick
Prepare two frames: a “Boy or Girl?” one for the photos before the reveal, and an “It’s a Boy/Girl!” one for the photos afterwards. You can switch frames in the app in 10 seconds from the iPad’s admin screen.
Ruddy Morel, founder of Badabooth: “Gender reveals are our most fun events to look back on. The reactions captured by the photo booth are always incredible: surprise, joy, laughter. These are photos you keep for a lifetime.”
Which package should you choose?
Hen parties, baby showers and gender reveals are usually intimate events (10 to 30 people). Here is our recommendation:
| Event | Guests | Recommended package | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hen party | 8-15 | 50 printed photos | €129, delivery included |
| Baby shower | 15-30 | 50 printed photos | €129, delivery included |
| Gender reveal | 20-50 | 150 fast photos | €244, delivery included |
| Hen party + evening | 15-30 | 150 fast photos | €244, delivery included |
Every package includes unlimited animated GIFs, a free personalised frame and digital photos. See package details.
Also discover our photo booth pose ideas to inspire your guests, and our tips for a memorable birthday party.
Ready to create unforgettable memories? Book your Badabooth from €99 (+€30 delivery). Anywhere in France, 5-minute setup, prepaid return.
Ruddy Morel, founder of Badabooth: “After more than 1,000 events, what strikes me is that the technology changes but the result is always the same: fits of laughter, memories and photos you find years later on the fridge. That is the real value of a photo booth.”
FAQ
How much does a photo booth cost for a hen party or a baby shower?
Hire starts at €99 + €30 delivery (50 printed photos package, prepaid return included). That is plenty for an event of 10 to 30 people. GIFs and digital photos are unlimited on every package.
Is the photo booth easy to set up for a hen party at home?
Yes! The Badabooth sets up in 5 minutes: screw on the legs, position the light-up sign and plug it in. No Wi-Fi or technician needed. It fits in a 2m x 2m space.
Can I personalise the frame for a gender reveal?
Absolutely. Frame personalisation is free. You can even prepare two different frames (before/after the reveal) and switch from one to the other in the app in a few seconds.
How do I get the photos after the event?
On the day, your guests leave with their paper prints. All the digital photos and GIFs are then sent to you via a download link after the event.
Does the photo booth work in a flat?
Yes, you simply need a space of about 2m x 2m and a power socket. The Badabooth is compact and discreet, and it adapts to any space, even small flats.