Olde Towne to Naval Medical Center — Portsmouth's Photo Booth Specialists
Proud to serve Portsmouth, VA — military galas, Khaki Balls, Olde Towne celebrations, and every event in between.
From Olde Towne Portsmouth galas to military celebrations at the Naval Medical Center — here's how Portsmouth clients are putting VA Shoreline Events to work.
The Portsmouth Khaki Ball is one of our favorite annual events. We know the venue, the energy, and exactly how to deliver.
Portsmouth's historic Olde Towne neighborhood has beautiful event spaces perfect for upscale private celebrations.
From waterfront ceremonies to historic venue receptions, Portsmouth weddings have a unique character we love capturing.
We regularly serve NMCP community events — retirement ceremonies, department celebrations, and military family events.
All packages include delivery and setup in Portsmouth. Same great experience as every Hampton Roads event we serve.
25% deposit reserves your date.
25% deposit reserves your date.
25% deposit reserves your date.
Portsmouth carries its history in a way few Hampton Roads cities do — cobblestone streets in Olde Towne, waterfront rowhouses with a straight-on view of the Norfolk skyline, and a naval medical community that's been part of the city's identity since before the Civil War. It's a natural fit for us: we photograph a lot of events here that mix that old-Virginia formality with genuinely fun celebrations, and our booth is built to handle both in the same evening.
Military events are a big part of our Portsmouth calendar, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in particular sends us a steady stream of bookings — retirement ceremonies, unit celebrations, and the annual Khaki Ball, where the dress code is as formal as it gets and the photo booth needs to match. We dress professionally, set up without getting in anyone's way during the program, and understand exactly when the room shifts from formal remarks to genuinely letting loose — which is usually when our booth line gets the longest.
Away from the base, Olde Towne is where most of our Portsmouth weddings and private celebrations happen — historic event spaces and waterfront venues within walking distance of each other, plus the Portsmouth Renaissance Hotel for larger receptions. We also cover Churchland and the rest of the city for birthdays, baby showers, and family reunions, and we've set up at community event centers and restaurant venues across Portsmouth often enough that most of the regular spots aren't a surprise to us anymore.
Every Portsmouth booking gets the same setup regardless of venue: a real DSLR camera with studio lighting (not a phone or iPad on a stand), a custom-designed template, and instant text, email, or QR-code sharing so guests aren't waiting around for prints unless prints are part of your package. Every package also includes delivery, setup, and breakdown, and our Party and VIP Glam tiers add an on-site attendant so you're never the one troubleshooting equipment mid-reception. Portsmouth is fully within our standard Hampton Roads service area, so there's no travel fee to plan around, whether you're a mile from Olde Towne or out toward Churchland.
If you're booking something in Portsmouth, our pricing & packages page lays out exactly what's included at each level, and our booking guide covers timing, space needs, and what a typical booking looks like from first inquiry all the way through event night and photo delivery.
Yes — Portsmouth military events including the Khaki Ball, NMCP retirements, and various unit celebrations are some of our most regular bookings.
We've set up at several Olde Towne event spaces and private waterfront venues. Contact us and we'll let you know if we know your specific venue.
No travel fee — Portsmouth is within our standard Hampton Roads service area.
Absolutely. We dress professionally, set up discreetly, and understand the formality expected at military events. We've never received anything but great feedback.
From weddings to corporate events — explore all the ways we can make your Portsmouth event unforgettable.
Dates fill fast — especially summer and holiday season. Secure your date now!