5 Essential Factors to Consider When Choosing Your DJ
Planning an event can be very exciting, but it usually comes with its fair share of stress and anxiety. You want everything to be perfect and for all your guests to have a good time. If you want to make that happen, choosing the right DJ for your event is key. After...
Top 10 Must-Ask Questions for Your DJ Before Hiring
Hiring the right DJ can make or break your event. Whether it’s a wedding, anniversary, corporate event, or a casual party, the DJ sets the tone, engages the audience, and keeps the energy flowing. But how do you ensure you’re picking the right one? It all comes down...
How a DJ Transforms Your New Year’s Eve Party
As the clock ticks down to the final moments of the year, people around the world gather to celebrate the arrival of a new chapter in their lives. Among the essential elements of any memorable New Year's Eve event, the role of a DJ stands out as a linchpin for...
Choosing the Ideal Wedding Venue: Barn, Tent, or Ballroom
When it comes to wedding planning, choosing the right venue is one of the most important decisions you will make, as it sets the tone for your entire celebration. Will it be in a quaint barn, a beautiful tent, or an elegant ballroom? Each option offers its unique...
Elevate Your Event with a Custom Illuminating Monogram
When Danielle and Michael walked into their wedding venue at Nahant Country Club Estate, they had a wonderful surprise. Their names were shining brightly on the wall above their wedding cake. And this was made possible because of our custom illuminated monogram...
How a DJ Reads a Room, It’s More than You Think
Reading a room is an essential skill for a DJ, as it allows us to understand the energy and preferences of the audience and adjust our music selection accordingly. Here are some ways a DJ can effectively read a room: Observing the Crowd: A DJ should pay close...
How A Photo Booth Can Enhance Your Guest Experience
Events are about creating unforgettable experiences that bring people together, and nothing captures the essence of those experiences quite like a photo. A photograph freezes a moment in time, preserving a memory to be treasured for years to come. And what better way...
What to Expect from a Professional Wedding DJ
Are you ready to make your wedding celebration a truly unforgettable event? As you prepare to tie the knot, we understand that choosing the right entertainment is a decision you won't take lightly. At DJ Dave Entertainment, we've been providing the best DJ services in...
Why Your High School Reunion Needs a DJ
When planning your high school reunion, creating an enjoyable and memorable evening for all the alums is essential. There are lots of ways to do this, but one of the most important pieces of entertainment to consider is having a DJ. With the right DJ, your high school...
How to Decide if a Party DJ is Right for Your Next Event
If you are hosting a party or private event, you may want to consider booking a DJ. It is not enough to just have an amazing venue with great food and drinks — you should also have amazing music to drastically enhance the event. And that's where hiring a DJ comes in...
How We Handle our Clients Large “Must Play” Playlists
On June 15th, 2022, I was booked to DJ an outdoor wedding. Christine and Steve were getting hitched in a quaint little New England town. The sky was blue, the weather was romantic, and the rustic barn venue was perfectly set up for hors d'oeuvres. Things, however,...
What to Consider when Planning a Corporate Holiday Party
There are plenty of different things to consider when planning a corporate holiday party. You need to think about the venue, the food, and of course, the entertainment. While booking a venue and hiring a catering service are often the biggest expenses of an event,...
What You Need to Know About Uplighting
At DJ Dave Entertainment, we believe that uplighting is one of the most important visual elements for enhancing any event — wedding receptions and other formal events alike. Though some may view uplighting as an unnecessary expense, I think it is integral to creating...
The Five Secrets to Packing the Dance Floor
If you are planning an event, a packed dance floor can be the key. When it comes to packing the dance floor, though, it is easy to assume that all you need are the right songs and enough bass to rattle the walls. But it takes more than just good (and loud) music to...
You’ve Booked a DJ — What is the Typical Format?
You’ve Booked a DJ — What is the Typical Format? DJs can set the tone of any event. This can include weddings, corporate parties, non-profit events, birthday celebrations, bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, anniversaries, and private events. However, if you are...
Why a Spotify Playlist, an iPhone, and Speakers Won’t Cut It as a DJ
Thinking about using a Spotify playlist, an iPhone and a speaker to reduce the costs for your wedding or event DJ? You may want to reconsider. An app is NO substitute for a DJ, band or any other live performer at an event or a wedding reception. Apps like Spotify,...
What is Uplighting & Why it Really Matters?
When it comes to weddings, music plays an indispensable role in personalizing the celebration, setting the tone, and keeping the guests entertained — so you will want to book a seasoned DJ for your wedding. Additionally, your décor choices will create a festive...
What is the Average Cost of a Wedding DJ?
What is the Average Cost of a Wedding DJ? How much a wedding DJ costs is a commonly asked question among engaged couples. The typical wedding DJ cost may vary based on the size and duration of your wedding, location, and several other factors. Due to the fact that...
How to Choose the Right DJ
You’ve made the decision to have a DJ. Now comes the difficult part. With so many DJs out there, how do you choose the right one? The good news is you have a number of resources at your disposal. Most of you will have family and friends who have hired a DJ for an...
Five Reasons Why You Need a DJ at Your Next Party
If you have a party or event coming up, it is important to ensure that all elements — the food, the venue, and especially the tone — work together to create the perfect evening. And when it comes to setting the right tone for your upcoming event, nothing is more...