NYC Retail Activations That Drive Foot Traffic and Build Your Brand

Bring the fun. Capture the moment.

Based in the East Village | Trusted by 150+ NYC events | Seen at Framebridge, CAMP, and more

Looking for a way to turn shoppers into superfans? A hosted photo booth brings energy, personality, and attention to your store. I'm Ben Hawes, and I create interactive retail activations that do more than just entertain. I help brands connect with the people walking by their storefront.

From family-friendly weekends to Pride celebrations and product launches, I’ll bring the setup, the spark, and the follow-through.

What Makes a Great Retail Activation in NYC?

Here’s why store managers and brand teams choose Rent My Booth

1. It drives real foot traffic

A photo booth is a natural attraction. People see lights, props, and prints—and they want to know what’s going on. It gives them a reason to stop in, explore the store, and stay longer.

2. It creates branded content for your store

Every photo is customized with your logo or campaign design, giving guests something physical to take home and something digital to share. You also receive a full gallery of photos for future use on your website, social media, press releases, or investor updates.

3. It boosts employee morale

Your team deserves fun too. Activations are more than a marketing play—they are also a chance to energize your employees and celebrate your brand values in action.

4. It helps convert guests into customers

As a former employee engagement leader, I know how to create a welcoming and authentic moment. I don’t just stand by the booth—I invite people in, hype them up, and often help your staff transition them into learning more about your products or services.

A Few Past In-Store Photo Booth Activations

Framebridge – Greenwich Village
Pride 2025 brought a parade of photo booth stars to the Framebridge storefront. Guests posed with rainbow props, snapped branded prints, and learned about how to turn their favorite moments into framed art. It was a powerful way to align brand storytelling with community connection. Read more here.

CAMP Toys – Chelsea
In celebration of Jimmy Fallon’s new children’s book, this toy store activation was designed to bring families in for a fun day of prints, props, and play. It gave the CAMP team new content for their emails and social media, while giving shoppers a reason to stick around and explore the store.

Why Retail Teams Choose Me for Activations

  • Locally based in the East Village and available citywide

  • Not a drop-off booth. I stay, I host, I engage

  • Focused on both customer and employee experience

  • Trusted at over 150 New York City events

  • Custom-designed prints, curated props, and real hosting included

  • Photos people love to share

  • Fully branded setup available for product launches, pop-ups, and special events

Simple Flat-Rate Pricing for Retail Activations in NYC

A photo booth for most one-day in-store activations range from $649 to $1495+, depending on setup, size, and branding. Every quote includes hosting, props, unlimited prints, a fully designed print template, and setup that fits your floor plan.

I’ll work with you or your brand team to make it seamless and on-brand.

✅ Unlimited prints
✅ Custom logo design
✅ Real-time hosting and support
✅ Optional social media content and behind-the-scenes photos
✅ Setup in about an hour

Get a Personalized Quote for Your Retail Activation

Simple pricing. Instant brand energy. Fast follow-up.


Most NYC retail activations range from $649 to $1495, depending on setup, duration, and any custom branding. But don’t worry about the math.

Fill out the form and I’ll send over a personalized quote today. Flat rate, no surprises, no confusing add-ons or upsells.

✅ Trusted at 150+ NYC events
✅ Hosted by me, Ben (I’m there the whole time)
✅ Branded prints, curated props, and a stylish setup included

Let’s make it easy. Tell me what your store has planned, and I’ll help bring people through the door.