Your DJ has a bigger impact on your wedding than almost any other supplier. They run the evening, make the announcements and decide whether the dance floor is full or empty. Here are the questions we think every couple should ask before booking a wedding DJ, and why they matter.
The basics
- Are you available on our date? Always ask this first. There’s no point going further if they’re booked.
- Have you played at our venue before? If not, will they speak to the venue beforehand? A good DJ will check access, power, sound limits and effects rules.
- Who will actually be at our wedding? Some companies send whoever is free. Make sure you know who your DJ is.
- How many people come on the day? One person has to run the music, announcements and lighting alone. Two means someone is always free to deal with the room.
Music
- How do you plan our music? Look for a DJ who gets to know your taste rather than playing the same set at every wedding.
- Can we choose songs and a do-not-play list? You should be able to do both.
- Do you take guest requests? And how do they handle requests that don’t fit the night?
- Can you cover the day as well as the evening? Ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast music all need planning too.
Kit and extras
- What equipment do you bring? Ask about the speakers, lighting and how the DJ setup looks. Photos help.
- Do you provide microphones for speeches? A wireless microphone is a must for speeches.
- Do you have backup equipment? Things can go wrong. A professional DJ plans for it.
- What effects or extras do you offer? Uplighting, dancing on a cloud, sparklers and personalised booths can all add to the day.
Money and paperwork
- What’s included in the price? Check travel, setup time and any extras so there are no surprises.
- How much is the deposit and when is the balance due? Get this in writing.
- Do you have public liability insurance? Most venues ask for it. Ask for a copy of the certificate.
- Do you have a contract? Never book a DJ without one.
- Can we read some reviews? Look for recent, detailed reviews on Google, Hitched or Bridebook.
How we answer these questions
- Two of us at every wedding. A professional DJ and a dedicated lighting tech. One runs the music, one runs the room.
- We speak to your venue beforehand. Setup, timings, sound limits and effects, all agreed before the day.
- Music built around you. We get to know your taste and plan every music moment with you.
- Fully insured. £10m public liability insurance, with a certificate available for your venue on request.
- Clear pricing. Packages from £800, with no travel charge (T&Cs apply). See our prices.
Got questions for us?
Start with your date and we’ll check we’re free, then we can answer anything else on a call.
Check your dateBooking a wedding DJ FAQs
When should we book our wedding DJ?
As soon as you have your date and venue. Popular dates, especially summer Saturdays, can book up a year or more ahead.
Should we meet our wedding DJ before booking?
It helps. A call or video chat lets you check you get on and that they understand the kind of wedding you want.
What should a wedding DJ contract include?
Your date, venue, start and finish times, what’s included, the price, the deposit, when the balance is due and the cancellation terms.