Wedding DJs for hire in Vancouver
Most wedding planners know the value of a soundtrack that captures the unique personalities of the bride and groom – and one that gets guests moving and shaking long after vows. If you want to turn up the heat on the dance floor on your big day, check out these Vancouver DJs who offer a range of musical options ranging from Bollywood to House. [Photo courtesy of DJ Mary Mac]
DJ Mary Mac
Vancouver BC V3A 4R2Perhaps one of Vancouver’s hippest, most esteemed DJs, Mary Mac has the vibrant, eclectic tones of Quebec City culture and the thump of Ottawa’s electronic scene in her blood. But that doesn’t mean she won’t play Hit Me Baby One More Time at your wedding if that’s your jam. With more than 14 years of experience, this well-traveled DJ will build a unique playlist tailored to any musical taste, and, what’s more, she’ll draw on her experiences playing in clubs across the country to help you with set up, ensuring your room is properly outfitted for dancing the night away.
DJ Krista
Vancouver BC V6B 0H1If dancing to your favourite, nostalgia-inducing tunes at your wedding is what you’re after, look no further than DJ Krista. An experienced local DJ with a music taste as long and wide as Kim Kardashian’s wedding dress train, Krista will tailor your wedding day dance-off playlist to the tastes of the bride, groom and anyone else who matters on the big day – even your dear old dad. Offering basic and advanced packages, Krista’s music library boasts more than 15,000 songs, and she’s always happy to take requests from the dance floor.
DJ Kaset
933 Hornby St, Vancouver BC V6Z 3G4Do you want your wedding party to dance the night away without the aid of Justin Beiber hits on repeat? Get in touch with DJ Kaset, a talented spinner who specializes in diverse playlists that bring energy to any dance floor. Her carefully crafted songs lists could include anything from rare jazz to electronic to hip hop, soul and funk to Top 40 hits from around the globe. How does she do it? Her professional background in music, of course, which means songs mix seamlessly together for a night of dancing that won’t be forgotten.
DJ SamFX
Vancouver BC V6B 0H1Book a free consultation with DJ Sam FX and you likely won’t walk away without making a booking. Warm and an incredibly good listener, Sam pledges to work closely with his clients – from first meeting to first kiss as a married couple to first rays of morning light on the dance floor. In collaboration with you, he will create a highly personal playlist that allows just enough room for his own creativity so your guests won’t be ever be boring – but always brave, bold and beautiful.
Jeff Turner Entertainment Group
1104-207 Hastings St W, Vancouver BC V6B 1H7Available for bookings through Jeff Turner Entertainment Group, DJ A-Slam is an expert in drawing from Bollywood, Bhangra, House and Hip Hop genres to create eclectic playlists that reference tradition while staying on top of the latest trends in dance music. Be sure to book well in advance for this notorious Vancouver DJ; when he’s not animating wedding dance floors, A-Slam regularly opens for such musical stars as Jay Sean, Malkit Singh, Apache Indian, Fat Joe and Sweatshop Union, among others.
Tall Music
Vancouver BC V6B 0H1Based in North Vancouver, Tall Music is an ideal option for West Vancouver weddings but the acclaimed DJ will also happily make the trip across the water big day downtown. Founded in 1994 by owner Christian Behnke, Tall Music’s veritable experience in moving and shaking wedding parties around the world is demonstrated in its ability to please lovers of numerous genres and guests of all ages – and they’ll even throw in a disco ball, if you ask nicely.
Amy Rozier Personal Real Estate Corporation
Vancouver BC V6B 0H1This Vancouver-based wedding DJ boasts an impressive collection of more than 20,000 songs to keep you moving all night long. Off the dance floor, DJ Veronica is known for her professionalism and warmth; she’ll meet with you regularly to discuss your hopes and dreams, choose a playlist, and even a list of songs you don’t want to be played – ever, under any circumstances (so feel free to go ahead and veto that Chicken Dance song right away). Oh, and she’ll also set the tone for the in-between moments such as the transition from procession to the reception (goodbye, awkward conversations!).
GirlOnWax DJ's & Musicians
209-2175 3rd Ave W, Vancouver BC V6K 1L2Vancouver’s only (mostly) female DJ team, the talented 10 women and two men at GirlsOnWax bring years of experience and diverse musical backgrounds to any wedding. But the best part about GirlsOnWax – or their X factor, if you will – is their small-yet-powerful roster of live musicians. For an added fee, you can speak to your DJ about enhancing the experience, adding to the mix saxophone player Caley Honeywell, percussionist Chris Gautreau or harpist Ella Thorn – or perhaps all of the above.
