Golf tournaments are a great way to bring people together for a fun day out on the course. But in Calgary’s competitive corporate and charity event landscape, how do you make your tournament stand out and keep the energy high after the last putt drops?
The key is to offer an interactive experience that provides entertainment for guests and delivers real value for your sponsors.
This guide, from your local Calgary experts at Hip Image, shows you how a next-level photo booth experience achieves both.
In this guide, you’ll learn:
A professional photo booth experience is a strategic tool that delivers value across your entire event, engaging guests and sponsors alike.
It’s a unique way to capture memories and keep guests entertained beyond the 18th hole. An interactive experience like a 360 video booth capturing a slow-motion golf swing or a classic photo strip from our charming Boler Booth creates a natural, energetic hub for networking and fun.
Any photo booth experience can be a powerful sponsorship opportunity. Go beyond a simple banner by offering sponsors a branded experience. Whether it’s their logo on a high-end print from our Glambot (the first in Calgary) or on a mind-bending AI-generated portrait, the sponsor’s brand becomes an integral part of a fun memory.
High-quality, fun content is made for social media sharing. The dynamic videos from a 360 video booth or the stunning results from our Glambot are highly share-worthy, dramatically increasing online engagement and promoting the event and its sponsors organically. And check our AI photo booth results that get tones of shares on social media…
The key to success is choosing an experience that aligns with your event’s unique style. We help you customize the perfect fit.
Our 360 Photo Booths capture incredible slow-motion videos that are perfect for sharing online, bringing a vibrant, modern energy to the after-party.
The Boler Trailer Booth is a unique and memorable landmark. Placing this retro trailer on a scenic or sponsored hole creates a fantastic surprise and a charming photo opportunity for every foursome.
For a high-end corporate tournament, the Glambot offers a touch of Hollywood with its sleek design and flawless black-and-white photos, adding a layer of class to your awards dinner.
Our AI Photo Booth offers limitless possibilities. Transport your guests to a famous golf course with a green screen or turn their portraits into unique works of art with our cutting-edge AI themes.
Inspired by these ideas? Let’s talk about creating a custom photo booth experience that will wow your guests and sponsors.
A photo booth can be more than a simple attraction; it can be woven directly into your tournament’s activities to significantly boost engagement. Here’s a couple of ideas:
Launch a “Best Golf Pose” or “Most Creative Foursome” contest using the photo booth. Announce the winners at the awards dinner to create excitement and a fun, competitive element that lasts all day.
Place the booth near a “Longest Drive” or “Closest to the Pin” hole. Players can capture their moment of glory (or a hilarious miss) immediately after their shot, adding another layer of fun to existing challenges.
If your tournament sells mulligans (do-over shots), make taking a funny group photo at the booth a required part of cashing one in. This creates a fun ritual and amusing photos tied directly to a fundraising element.
At a hole hosted by a title sponsor, encourage teams to take a photo with the sponsor’s representatives. This facilitates valuable networking and provides the sponsor with great content featuring them alongside the players.
Set up a booth near the practice green for a pre-dinner putting contest. All participants can get a celebratory photo, and you can instantly capture the winner’s triumphant moment.
Position the photo booth as a premium, fundable sponsorship opportunity that offers a lasting return on investment far beyond a temporary banner.
Sponsors gain incredible exposure through branded photo overlays and custom AI themes. When guests share their unique photos, they become brand ambassadors, providing authentic, organic promotion for your sponsors.
Present the photo booth to potential partners as a direct way to connect with every player. They can sponsor the booth itself or a specific hole where it’s located, ensuring their brand goes home with participants on a high-quality, memorable keepsake.
The photos and videos captured are valuable marketing assets. Use them in your promotional materials to attract more participants and sponsors for next year’s tournament.
Let’s work together to design a custom photo booth experience that your sponsors will be excited to put their name on. We’ll help you create an activation that delivers real value.
A successful photo booth experience at a golf tournament requires planning for the unique challenges of an outdoor course. Our full-service package is designed to handle every detail for any booth you choose.
Check-in Area: Our Roamer Photo Booth is perfect for the check-in area, capturing candid moments as guests arrive without creating a lineup.
A Sponsored or Scenic Hole: The Boler Trailer Booth creates a memorable landmark on a specific hole. For other setups, like an AI photo booth, we can place them at a picturesque par 3 to capture foursomes mid-round.
The After-Party: The 360 Video Booth or Glambot can serve as fantastic, high-energy entertainment during the post-game reception or awards dinner.
Power: We’ve got it covered. Most booths need a standard outlet, but for remote holes, we can utilize battery-operated digital booths or provide generator power to ensure a seamless experience.
Weather & Terrain: Our booths require a stable, flat surface and must be kept dry. We ensure the setup is secure and protected under a tent or other covering, with an indoor backup plan for inclement weather.
You handle the tournament; we’ll handle the fun. Our team manages every logistical detail so you can focus on what matters most—your guests.
While DIY photo booth kits exist, a golf tournament’s unique environment demands a professional, full-service solution. The logistical challenges—from remote power needs to uneven terrain and unpredictable weather—can create significant risks for a DIY setup.
When you partner with Hip Image, you invest in peace of mind. Our dedicated host manages all on-course logistics, troubleshoots any issues, and engages your guests. This ensures a flawless, high-end experience for your participants and sponsors, allowing you to focus on your event without worrying about technical glitches.
We are proud to be a trusted partner for corporate and charity golf tournaments across the Calgary area. Here’s what event planners have to say:
I highly recommend using Hip Image. We have used them for so many of our events and they are exceptional!
— Jennifer English
Hip Image is the perfect mix of fun, high energy and professionalism, every opportunity to work with Jo and her colleagues is a pure pleasure!
— Adrienne Furrie
I’ve had my photos taken in such amazing events and every single keepsake is absolutely one of a kind. Thank you so much for all the fun! Highly recommend! Guaranteed good time 🙂
— Lily Wong
Choosing a photo booth partner is about more than just the camera—it’s about the experience and the expertise. Hip Image was founded by a professional event photographer, Monique de St. Croix, and a PR and brand strategist, Jo Williams.
This unique combination of expertise is our secret sauce. We understand both the art of a great photo and the strategy behind creating a memorable brand activation.
As a Calgary-grown, women-owned company, we have been elevating events here for 10 years. We introduced the very first VW photo booth to Canada back in 2015 and have been pushing creative boundaries ever since.
Our mission is to create experiences that are beautifully designed and energetically executed. Every member of our team is a true professional who brings a “life of the party energy” to your event, ensuring your guests have an incredible time.
We believe in doing great things with people we admire. Giving back to the local Calgary community is a core part of our identity, and we are proud to support many local non-profits. When you work with us, you’re partnering with a team that is deeply invested in our city.
Get the most out of your photo booth investment with these pro tips.
Every golf tournament is different, so we provide custom pricing to perfectly suit your needs. The final quote depends on the photo booth experience you choose, the hours of service, and the level of creative customization you require.
The best way to get started is to get in touch for a custom, no-obligation quote. We’ll help you design the perfect package to make your event unforgettable.
Absolutely. We customize each photo template to include your tournament logo, sponsor branding, and event details, making it a great keepsake.
Our Glambot photo booth fits comfortably in a 12’x12’ area. Requirements for our other booths, like the Boler Trailer, may vary. We work with you to find the perfect spot at your venue.
Not at all. The experience is designed to be fun and interactive, and our on-site host is always there to guide guests and ensure everyone has a great time.
We combine cutting-edge technology like our AI photo booth with unique, charming options like our Boler Trailer. This versatility, along with our deep commitment to customization and professional service, allows us to create an experience perfectly tailored to your event.
Overall, adding a photo booth to your golf tournament is a proven way to provide entertainment, offer unique sponsorship opportunities, and give your guests a fun way to capture memories.
Whether you choose the futuristic fun of our AI Photo Booth or the classic charm of our Boler Trailer photo booth, you’re not just adding an activity—you’re creating a more memorable event.
If you’re planning a golf tournament, get in touch today for a quote!
