Photo Booth Rental at The Queen Mary, Long Beach, CA
A 1934 ocean liner turned event venue, Art Deco salons on the Long Beach waterfront.
Yes, you can rent a photo booth aboard The Queen Mary, the 1934 ocean liner turned event venue on the Long Beach waterfront. Captured Celebrations brings staffed AI, Open Air, Oak and 360 Video booths to weddings, galas, quinceañeras, conferences and brand activations in its Art Deco salons, with an attendant on site.
Few venues in the world can match the drama and historic gravitas of The Queen Mary. Launched in 1934 and sailing the Atlantic for over three decades before being permanently docked in Long Beach Harbor in 1967, this ocean liner has been open to the public since 1971.
The Queen Mary can accommodate a wide range of events across its Art Deco salons. The Grand Salon, originally the first-class dining room, is the largest space: Art Deco styling, wide-open space, and high ceilings set the tone for large-scale weddings and galas. The Queen's Salon features carved golden onyx fireplaces. The Verandah Grill, a former first-class nightclub, opens onto the Sun Deck and works for smaller celebrations. Multiple decks offer views of Long Beach Harbor and the downtown skyline.
The Queen Mary hosts everything from intimate gatherings of about 20 guests to grand celebrations for over 800. Its location on the Long Beach waterfront makes it a natural anchor for multi-day events.
For photo booth activations aboard The Queen Mary, the ship provides backdrops that are one of a kind. Art Deco detailing and harbor views create memorable photos. Our AI Print and Open Air booths suit Queen Mary events, where the setting itself becomes part of the photo.
Planning a Wedding or Event on the Queen Mary
The Queen Mary has more than a dozen event spaces on different decks, and the right booth spot depends on which one you book. The Grand Salon on R Deck is the biggest at 9,000 square feet, with Art Deco styling and high ceilings. The Queen's Salon on the Promenade Deck is 4,600 square feet and has three golden onyx fireplaces. The Britannia Salon on M Deck has a parquet dance floor and a stage. The Verandah Grill and the Sun Deck sit up top, and ceremonies can happen outdoors on the bow or stern or in the Royal Wedding Chapel.
The venue publishes no vendor rules or load-in details, so ask your coordinator who needs a certificate of insurance and where we can bring gear. We carry general liability insurance and send the certificate to the venue or planner before the event.
Based on the published sizes, the Grand Salon and Queen's Salon have room for a 10 by 10 foot booth area plus a line. The Oak Photo Booth suits wood and Art Deco salons. For a big gala or corporate crowd, AI and 360 Video booths keep a line moving. On the Sun Deck, we bring our own canopy, but confirm outlet access with the venue, since we need a standard outlet within 25 feet. Confirm the spot with your coordinator.
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Bringing the Photo Booth Experience to The Queen Mary
Captured Celebrations is an award-winning photo booth rental company serving Long Beach and all of Southern California. We provide Open Air, Oak Photo Booth, Studio Quality, AI Digital, and AI Print photo booth experiences, each one tailored to the style and flow of your event at The Queen Mary.
Our Open Air packages start at $995 with a dedicated bilingual attendant, a custom photo template, and a digital gallery your guests can share right away. Instant prints, so every guest takes home a print, start with our $1,195 Print Party. Whether it's a wedding reception in the ballroom, cocktail hour in the garden, or a corporate activation in the main hall, our team handles setup, operation, and teardown, so you don't have to think about a thing.
Photo Booth at The Queen Mary: FAQ
Can you set up a photo booth on the Queen Mary's Sun Deck or Harbor View Deck?
The Queen Mary lists the Sun Deck and Harbor View Deck as outdoor reception spaces. We bring our own canopy for outdoor setups, so an Open Air booth can work there. Because we need a standard outlet within 25 feet, confirm power access and any deck rules with your coordinator first.
Where does a photo booth fit in the Grand Salon or Queen's Salon?
The Grand Salon is 9,000 square feet and the Queen's Salon is 4,600, so both have room for a 10 by 10 foot booth area plus a line. Pick a spot away from the dance floor and bar so the line does not block traffic. The Queen Mary's own team has the final say on placement.
Does the Queen Mary require outside vendors to carry insurance?
The Queen Mary does not publish outside vendor or insurance rules on its website, so ask your coordinator what they need. We carry general liability insurance and send a certificate of insurance (COI) to the venue or your planner before the event. Share the right contact early so the certificate arrives on time.
Can a photo booth go near the ceremony site on the bow or stern?
The Queen Mary hosts outdoor vows on the bow or stern and in the Royal Wedding Chapel. We are not usually part of the ceremony itself. Most couples place the booth at the reception or cocktail hour. Ask the venue which areas are open to vendors and when, since ceremony and reception spaces are often reset between events.
Which photo booth suits a large Queen Mary gala or conference?
With spaces holding hundreds of people, such as the Grand Salon at 700 and the Britannia Salon at 500, an AI booth or a 360 Video booth keeps a long guest list busy. For a wedding in a wood paneled salon, the Oak Photo Booth or Glam booth matches the look.
How early does the photo booth attendant arrive at the Queen Mary?
Our attendant arrives 1.5 hours early for Open Air and Glam, 2 hours for Oak and Studio Quality, and 2.5 hours for AI and 360 Video. Ask your coordinator about ship access and load-in timing, since the ship has several decks to plan around.
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Planning an Event at The Queen Mary?
Let's make it unforgettable. Contact Captured Celebrations today and we'll put together a custom photo booth package for your event.