Cheer Up Charlies provides authentic analog photochemical photo booth sessions in Austin, Texas, United States, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. A Red River staple with a photo booth in the back to document your night.
Opening hours for Cheer Up Charlies: Daily Open.
Cheer Up Charlies
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Cheer Up Charlies is listed as operational in Austin, Texas, United States. Photo strips, cash only.
Location & directions
900 Red River, Austin, Texas, United States
Telemetry
- Hours today
- Daily Openopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Cheer Up Charlies
Is the photo booth at Cheer Up Charlies still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at Cheer Up Charlies, and can I pay by card?
The price is posted on the machine. Cash only — bring coins or small notes. Most analog booths in this range run a few pounds, euros or dollars a strip.
Is Cheer Up Charlies a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. The strip is developed with real photo chemistry inside the machine, so give it a few minutes to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Cheer Up Charlies?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Cheer Up Charlies, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Cheer Up Charlies?
Daily Open. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Cheer Up Charlies?
It's at 900 Red River, Austin, Texas. Pop the address into your maps app for directions.
Can I get into Cheer Up Charlies with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Cheer Up Charlies is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Austin for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Cheer Up Charlies last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
A Red River staple with a photo booth in the back to document your night.
Hours
Daily Open
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- Do512 Best Bars Photobooths
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 1
