Wedding DJ Do’s: Expert Tips for an Unforgettable Celebration
Aye Bay Bays! 🎧✨ It’s yo boi Mixmaster Cayes The Travel Guy, here to drop some beats and wedding DJ tips & wisdom!
After 6 years of DJing weddings, I’ve seen it all—the good, the bad, and the “why is this happening?!” moments.
Let me share the DO’s that’ll make your big day unforgettable.
Let’s Mix & Go!
DO Provide a “Do Not Play” List
This is the most important if you ask me! Think about it—listing all the songs you and your love want to hear would take an eternity
(wishing ya’ll the best!). Instead, focus on the songs that make you cringe, cry, or want to curl up and die.
Make sure your DJ knows what to avoid so your night isn’t ruined by a song that brings back bad memories or just gives you the ick.
Talk about the never-ending story, Atreyu!
DO Share Sample Playlists
Now that the “Do Not Play” list is out of the way, create two playlists: one for your cocktail hour and another for your reception.
I often suggest my clients share a Spotify playlist—this helps us learn your vibe.
A great wedding DJ will play most (if not all) of your songs while keeping track of the energy on the dance floor to ensure the party stays lit.
DO Communicate Your Vision
Want to sweat your makeup off by the end of the night? TELL US! Dreaming of slow, romantic moments? TELL US!
Into country line dancing, swing, Latin, or even Riverdance? Whatever it is, TELL US! It’s your day—let us make it magical for you.
DO Connect Your DJ with Key Vendors
Make sure your DJ is looped in with your event planner, officiant, and photographer. The more we collaborate, the smoother your day will run.
Trust me, teamwork makes the dream work!
DO Consider a Two-DJ Package
If your ceremony and cocktail hour are in different locations, you’ll want a two-DJ setup. Don’t be that couple with an outdoor wedding and no microphones!
Sound travels in open spaces, and without proper equipment, your loved ones in the back row won’t hear a thing—especially if it’s windy.
With a two-DJ setup, one DJ can handle the ceremony (music, microphones, and all), while the other gets the cocktail hour started.
I work with FM Productions on these gigs and let me tell you—it’s a game-changer. You’ll thank me later!
DO Share Wedding Colors and Dress Code
True story: I once showed up to a wedding dressed nicer than the bride and groom. No one was mad, but I was embarrassed by all the compliments!
Another time, I wore a pink blazer, and the groomsmen were in salmon. Talk to us about your colors and dress code to avoid these awkward moments.
