Skylark is an active, verified analog photo booth situated in Chicago, Illinois, United States, producing physical silver halide photo prints. Vintage analog photobooth maintained by Autophoto. Mechanical, chemical, and entirely analog. Each strip is original.
Opening hours for Skylark: Monday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Thursday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM. Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM.
Skylark
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Skylark is listed as operational in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Black and white strips, Varies per strip, cash & card.
Location & directions
2149 S Halsted St, 60608, Chicago, Illinois, United States
41.85278, -87.64628
Telemetry
- Cost
- Variesper strip
- Hardware
- Analog
- Hours today
- 4:00 PM – 2:00 AMopen now
- Payment
- Cash & Card
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Tariff
| Photo strip | Varies |
|---|---|
| Payment | Cash & Card |
| Format | B&W |
Listed price · confirm at the machine
Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Skylark
Is the photo booth at Skylark 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 Skylark, and can I pay by card?
Varies for a strip. It takes cash and card.
Is Skylark a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. It's a Analog. Prints are black-and-white, developed with real chemistry inside the machine, so expect to wait a few minutes for the strip to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Skylark?
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 Skylark, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots in black and white for Varies. 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 Skylark?
Monday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Skylark?
It's at 2149 S Halsted St, Chicago, Illinois. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Skylark 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 Skylark is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Chicago for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Skylark 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
Vintage analog photobooth maintained by Autophoto. Mechanical, chemical, and entirely analog. Each strip is original.
Hours
Monday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- autophoto.org
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 1
