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How a Keychain Photo Booth Works (and Why it’s a Favour Your Guests Will Actually Keep)
We answer what is a keychain photo booth, How it works, why it beats traditional favours, and what it costs in Toronto and the GTA.
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We see this often at weddings we have serviced in the past. At the end of the night when we walk past the tables after the wedding reception, we see little jars of candy, mini succulents and personalized coasters, left behind. Party favours are meant to be a thank-you, but sometimes, they never make it out of the venue.
We believe this is a common concern for most engaged couples when deciding on a wedding favour for guests. A concern that a keychain photo booth addresses. Instead of a trinket, every guest goes home with a custom keychain holding their own photos from your celebration. It’s small, it’s personal, and it ends up on their keys, where they’ll see it every day.
If you’re planning a wedding, milestone birthday or corporate event in Toronto or the GTA, here’s everything you need to know about adding a keychain booth to your day.
in this article
01 What is a keychain photo booth?
03 Why it beats traditional party favours
04 Who its for
05 How much it costs in Toronto
What is a keychain photo booth?
A keychain photo booth is a regular photo booth with one extra step: a keychain station where your guests’ photos become a keepsake on the spot.
Guests pose at the booth as usual, with studio lighting, props and a print template designed around your event. Then they pick their two favourite shots, and our team turns them into a custom keychain on a faux leather strap, right there at the event.
Think of it as a photo booth and a party favour in one. Your guests get the fun of the booth and a polished keepsake to take home. You get one less thing to source, wrap and set out on 150 place settings.
Planning to add this experience to your next event? Explore our Keychain Photo Booth Rental in Toronto, featuring custom photo keychains assembled on-site by our team.
Your favourite photos on a faux leather strap/ simulated pearl strap, assembled on-site
How it works at your event
The whole experience takes three simple steps, and your guests don’t have to do anything but smile.
01
Snap it
Guests smile, pose and take their photo at the photo booth station just like a normal photo booth
02
Print it
Guests then get 1 copy of 2×6 print to keep. The other print/s will be used for their custom keychain on a faux leather strap/simulated pearl strap
03
Assemble it
Guests can then go to the Keychain station where our team cuts and assembles their custom keychain on-site as a perfect custom favour they will treasure.
Assembly takes 2 minutes and guests receive their keychains immediately from the attendant. Because the keychain station is staffed separately than the photo booth, there’s nothing for you or your planner to manage. Guests still get everything a regular booth offers too: their prints, GIFs and boomerangs, and instant sharing by text, email, QR code or AirDrop.
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Why it beats traditional party favours
The best favours are the ones guests use. Here’s why a photo keychain earns its spot:
“A photo booth and a party favour, in one.”
Who is it for?
Weddings
This is where keychains shine. They replace the favour table, give guests a reason to visit the booth, and leave everyone with a memento from your day.
Birthdays & milestones
Sweet 16s, 30ths, 50ths, anniversaries, baby showers and graduations. Any celebration where people want something to remember the night by.
Corporate & launches
Holiday parties, product launches and brand activations. With your logo on the print template, the keychain keeps your brand in your guests’ pockets.
How much does a keychain photo booth cost in Toronto?
A Keychain photo booth in Toronto will cost approximately anywhere from $800 to $1,400 for a standard 3 hour event package. Keep in mind that every vendor has their own setup and the inclusions will vary per vendor so check with the specific vendor what exactly are included. At AbuBooth, the keychain booth starts at $1,000, including up to 100 custom keychains plus our 3-hour Signature Package.
keychain booth package
$1,000
for more than 100 keychains – Reach out for a custom quote · No travel fee in the GTA
things to consider before booking a keychain booth
A few details make the difference between a smooth keychain station and a long line.
- Book 6–8 weeks ahead. Keychain materials are sourced for your event, so earlier is better, especially in wedding season.
- Match keychains to your guest count. Our package includes up to 100 keychains. For bigger guest lists, tell us your numbers early.
- Choose a vendor that provides a separate attendant for the Keychain Station – ask your vendor if there is a separate attendant and a separate Keychain Station. Having only one attendant to do both tasks will inevitably cause long lines, frustrated guests and a diminished experience.
- Plan the space. About 8 ft × 8 ft with an 8 ft ceiling and an outlet within 20 ft for the Photo Booth. The Keychain Station itself will require a separate space of about 5ft x 5ft.
- Choose your hours wisely. Three hours covers cocktail hour and the start of most receptions. Not sure? Read how many hours of photo booth you need.
- Design the template early. Share your invitation or mood board after booking. See examples on our customization page.
frequently asked questions
Do guests get to keep their prints too?
Yes! Guests get their 2×6 prints and an extra one to use for crafting the keychain.
How long does it take to make a photo keychain?
Guests will line up to the Keychain station where our attendant will assemble the photo keychain which usually takes roughly 2 minutes.
Does every guest receive their own keychain?
Our starting package provides up to 100 keychains but we can quote for a custom amount if necessary. We have found that a good guideline is to have as much keychains as your guest count. Majority of the guests, but not all, take a keychain but some do get multiple which balances each other out.
Can the keychain match our colours or branding?
Yes. The photos come from your custom print template, with your colours, names, date, monogram or logo.
How do I hold my date?
A deposit secures your date and comes off your final balance. More answers on our FAQ page.
Which areas do you serve?
Toronto and the GTA, including Scarborough, North York, Vaughan, Mississauga and Markham, with no travel fee.
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