The Best Wedding DJs in Evanston, IL

The Best Wedding DJs in Evanston, IL

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245 Wedding Bands & DJs in Evanston, IL

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Eminent DJ Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,150
  • Serves Evanston, IL

Eminent DJ Entertainment is a premier entertainment company servicing the northwestern Illinois tristate area. With years of experience and a bilingual team, we provide top-notch DJ services for all events. We take pride in giving our clients our full effort, ensuring a memorable and stress-free experience. From weddings to corporate events, our team is committed to exceeding expectations and making each occasion unique. Trust us to create an unforgettable atmosphere with our exceptional sound, lighting, and music selection. Book us for your next event and let us make it an Eminent one!

Juan was so professional and kind throughout our wedding planning process. With just the right amount of check ins leading up to the day, we felt like we had his full attention and personalized plan/set list for our wedding. On the day of, he checked in with us and even rolled with the last minute changes to our ceremony procession. Would definitely recommend to anyone planning an event!
Kelsey N., 6 months ago
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DJ Davin Titus 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Evanston, IL

Elevate your event experience. I provide premium sound system, dance floor lighting, tube lighting, full room dynamic up lighting, live DJ mixing, and emceeing, to any event you are imagining. I try to help any potential client gain a better perspective on the importance of not only hiring someone to play a role as a "DJ" - (aka someone who simply plays music) but also having that same person actively assist with the flow of the event and truly becoming integrated within your event. If you feel like we would be a great fit, I'd love the opportunity to chat!

Davin was INCREDIBLE! He was an incredible communicator, extremely organized, was on top of everything before our wedding day and during, and was incredibly talented. He played music that we requested as well as adding songs that matched the vibe. I really liked that he was actually DJing too. It wasn’t just like a Spotify playlist playing. I don’t know the right words to use but he used remixes and added beats to songs that would normally be difficult to dance to. My now husband and I didn’t want to leave the dance floor. There were plenty of times when we wanted a break from dancing physically but then another great song would come on so we just ended up staying on the dance floor. I even heard guests say they were getting some fresh air for a second and then the song would change and they changed their minds too and kept dancing. Honestly you couldn’t ask for a better DJ for your event. Such a talented and great guy!
Anna M., 5 months ago
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That's My DJ Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Evanston, IL

DJ NickyVon is musically diverse and skilled in many aspects of DJing. Having graduated from Scratch DJ Academy, Chicago, he's extremely dedicated and immersed in the DJ community. Having grown up in the 90's he couldn't help but fall in love with hip-hop, but that also played an important part as he learned to explore other genres like, rock, house music, and funk. His diverse music knowledge allows him to blend in any type of environment. Brands such as Match.com and State Farm have trusted him to create a fun and exciting atmosphere for some of their events.

We had a good time with Reggie. He kept the crowd engaged and even had the pleasure of other wedding receptions in the building coming over for the music.
Dannise Yates, 2 years ago
Connexion Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,750
  • Serves Evanston, IL

We provide music for wedding receptions and corporate events, trade shows, conventions, social functions, charity events, benefits, galas, and private parties. Our band offers a mix of music that includes Big Band, Swing, Motown, R&B, Rock, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today's current Dance Music. We invite you review our incredible song list. Our specialty is performing each song, note for note, creating a near perfect reproduction of the original recording.

The Connexion Band really made our wedding special and got everyone out on the dance floor. We let the band choose what songs to play and they killed it! They read the room and the audience very well. Ray was very responsive to all of my questions and easy to work with. I would highly recommend if music and dancing is important to your wedding guests. They added another element of fun to the night.
Colleen K., a year ago
Orchestra 33 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Evanston, IL

Orchestra 33’s remarkable journey began in suburban Chicago at the swanky Rupert’s 33 Club. For five exceptional years, we had the distinct honor of being the club’s original and exclusive choice for entertainment. An innovative concept indeed, our talented orchestra of vocalists and musicians played four sets a night, five nights a week. Winning numerous accolades from Chicago fans and critics alike prompted the opening of similar Rupert’s clubs in Minneapolis, St. Louis and Atlanta.

The band did an amazing job at our wedding. We had multiple people compliment them for how well they played. We are glad we went with Orchestra 33!
Adam H., 3 years ago
Crown Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Evanston, IL

Crown Ent offers the finest event services to help achieve your dream party or wedding. We work closely with each client to customize the perfect package to fit your style & budget. With professional, well organized, & high quality service; our number one goal is to make it a memorable night for you, your partner, & your guests. We use only the BEST equipment the industry has to offer. Stunning lighting effects, Full Room LED uplighting, pounding sound systems, & crystal clear microphones for speeches only skim the list. We offer our Indian Wedding DJ services in Columbus, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Chicago, and destination locations.

Absolutely amazing experience working with this team! We had received several strong recommendations for Crown Ent when we were on the hunt for our wedding DJ and we are so glad we made the choice to hire them. We are so happy with not only the music DJ Samir put on for our baraat, ceremony, and reception, but also with his attention to detail, constant friendly communication, and willingness to go above and beyond what we asked of him. Throughout the planning process, Samir was readily available for input on all aspects of the wedding weekend (timelines, floor plans, song edits, lighting items, backup plans, the list goes on and on). He was always a quick text away for any clarifications/questions/recommendations—we believe this focus on customer service is something that sets these guys apart from the rest. Instead of going through the hassle of providing a song list, we had a quick conversation with Samir about what we were looking for and he took that and ran with it. Our guests had an absolute blast as there were no lulls on the floor which we loved. We cannot stress how lucky we feel to have had Samir as our DJ. If you are looking for a great DJ company this is your stop!
Sarah & A., 4 years ago
Honey+Vinyl 

5.0

  • Production company
  • Serves Evanston, IL

After years working at a luxury entertainment design company in NYC, I noticed a void in live music, one where planners saw music as the background to the main event rather than something that can guide and elevate it. The bands weren’t listening to the room. We should make deliberate music choices based on the people in it, reacting to them. Not the other way around. My desire to create this harmony sparked the founding of Honey+Vinyl in 2013. Ten years in the industry, she began to dive deeper into the science of sound; how lighting, décor, food and timing interact with music, which drove her to establish the Sonic Sommelier™ service.

We hired Honey & Vinyl for our wedding and liked them so much we had them back for our anniversary party. Honey has an amazing voice and spent time with us to not only create a personalized song list but also understand the "mood" we were trying to create for our events. The group's performance at both events was nothing short of spectacular and really added the extra "wow" we were seeking.
Steve + D., 4 years ago
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GigRoster Band & DJ 
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Evanston, IL

The GigRoster Live Band & DJ Entertainment is a wedding band company providing musical entertainment for weddings & receptions. Our Talent Coordinator works with couples to find out about their musical tastes and vision for the big day before crafting the perfect package whether you want live music, DJ or a package of both. Our diverse musicians can play across all manner of genres and styles. From classical to funky disco classics, to smooth soul and modern pop hits, they can perform it all. Our talented group will interact with your guests and encouraging every last audience member to get involved in the celebration of your big day!

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Green Karma Event services 
  • DJ
  • Starts at $525
  • Serves Evanston, IL

Welcome to Green Karma Event Services! We provide family fun and live entertainment, including wedding officiants, photographers, videographers, DJs, and photo booth services. Committed to fair wages, we ensure our workers are compensated sustainably. Rest assured, our employees deliver premium, custom-tailored service for your event, with genuine care. As a distinguished 5-star vendor, we're your ultimate source for all event needs, offering professional photographers, talented DJs, state-of-the-art photo booths, and more.

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Animato Music, LLC 
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Evanston, IL

Welcome! My name is Amanda Fenton. Thank you for visiting my profile! I am a seasoned professional violinist, having played for numerous wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, wedding receptions, and the like. Please contact me today for more information. I look forward to speaking with you and answering any questions you may have regarding music for your wedding day!

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DJ Steve A 
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Evanston, IL

It's simple: You want a DJ who knows music and knows events. One who can read the crowd and adjust his playlist. Someone who can set the right tone at the right moment. Steve is known for his talent, professionalism, and encyclopedic knowledge of diverse musical genres. Best known for Multicultural weddings American, Assyrian, Arabic, Polish and Spanish.

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Howard Productions, LLC 
  • DJ
  • Serves Evanston, IL

We are a small mobile DJ business and Mirror Me photo booth business. Our lives revolve around our dogs and we donate a considerable amount of our time to our charities! We have been married 29 years, and we would love the opportunity to share our craft with you at your wedding!

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The Hook Club 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

Based in New York City, The Hook Club is one of the tri-state area's most exciting and unique wedding bands. Owned and operated by a tight-knit community of musicians, they are known for their attention to every musical detail and the professionalism they bring to every event. Their unconventional group has mastered the art of creating a great dance party that keeps guests on the dance floor all night and then humming the songs the next day!

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with The Hook Club. Our amazing planner, Greenhouse Events, recommended THC, and we were sold immediately after meeting with Dan. He is super relaxed, nice, and so knowledgable. Dan and THC team made planning super easy for us. They took time to hear about our hopes and helped recommend different band sizes for us. We hadn’t heard of a DJ band before, but loved the idea of some live music with the versatility to play all sorts of music, but our venue wasn’t very big and we also didn’t want to break the bank and hire a huge band. We chose the 4 piece DJ band with singer, sax, drums, and DJ. We knew we LOVED the sax, so we also had the sax play for cocktail hour (shout out to Elijah, who was amazing), and it was one of the best parts of the night. For planning music, they sent out a very detailed and thorough spreadsheet with more songs than one could imagine, and we could rate ones we liked the most, choose ones we definitely wanted or didn't, and choose specific songs for important moments. We met a couple times to review music choices as well. One of our biggest fears with a DJ was that they'd talk too much and be a little annoying, but Dan did a great job as MC, and was very low-key like we asked but announced important moments clearly. Dan and all the musicians had such great energy and got everyone on the dance floor. Our vocalist, Christen, was also amazing — her voice was spectacular, and she was such an amazing performer and got everyone involved in the music and dancing. So many people told us how much they loved the music and the energy, and had never heard of a DJ band but thought it was an amazing concept and the addition of live music over tracks added extra excitement and fun. THC also helped out with lighting (uplights and dance lights), and worked with our fantastic planner and the venue to help us decide the best setup. Ultimately, we loved working with THC. Their DJ-band setup is unique and adds so much variety to your music while allowing for some of the energy that comes from live performers. We danced the night away and had an absolute blast. 100% would recommend THC to anyone!
Ella C., 4 months ago
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Carter Events And Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

We believe every love story deserves a magical wedding day without the stress. As your one-stop wedding destination, we bring together a team that cares deeply about your vision from start to finish, founded to create a heartfelt, seamless planning experience. We take a comprehensive approach to ensure every detail reflects you, allowing you to fully enjoy each moment. Guided by our values, positivity, inclusivity, thoughtfulness, commitment, and dedication, we're here to make your wedding day everything you dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
We have a family connection with CEE so we were pretty sure we were going to use them to DJ our wedding but I'm so happy that that connection got us to CEE. Always on top of response times, reasonably priced, especially compared to a lot of other similar vendors in Milwaukee. Went with all the unique details of our day and were quick to answer an questions or address changing needs. On the day of I didn't even notice them setting up - everything just appeared so no issues with promptness or professionalism there. Knew how to get people onto the dance floor when numbers were low and how to have fun with the crowd. Worked with all the song requests we had set up. 100% satisfied
Kellie W., 7 months ago
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Aloha Erica Music - Acoustic Singer 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

Voted #1 Best Band / Live Entertainment in Orlando Magazine's 2024 Best of Wedding Awards. Imagine your wedding day unfolding with music that perfectly complements each joyous moment. As you walk down the aisle, heartwarming melodies set the stage for your love story to come alive. This is the magic that Orlando wedding musician Aloha Erica creates for couples. Do you dream of: A romantic ceremony filled with enchanting melodies? An elegant cocktail hour where guests mingle to beautiful music? An unforgettable first dance? Aloha Erica curates a personalized soundscape you and your guests will be raving about forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
They say a dream is a wish your heart makes, and Erica was truly a dream to have at my wedding, not only as a musician, but as a warm and kind presence. The very first time I spoke with Erica I just fell in love with her warmth, kindness, professionalism and confidence. We laughed so much on the first call I knew immediately I had to hire her. After the call, my fiancé said that musician you spoke with made you so happy you better just hurry up and hire her. I never even spoke to another musician…I knew none could even come close to Erica. I hired Erica in July for my December Disney wedding. I never felt rushed, overwhelmed or anything stressful. Erica is so kind, her voice is ethereal and she knows how to read a room. She even recommended an amazing officiant to me when I was struggling to find one. Erica was the hit of my wedding, when she started singing to open the ceremony a bird flew up to her, perched next to her and sang with her. Even the bird wanted to be close to her and felt her kindness. This was the most beautiful moment and my guests are still talking about it. I wanted a Disney/Christmas wedding theme and Erica delivered in every aspect. She was also beautifully dressed and looked gorgeous (nobody wants sloppy vendors lol). Erica created the perfect atmosphere by intertwining romantic Disney music as well as Christmas songs. Erica made the wedding a dream come true. The fact that she is well known also helps, as most vendors and venues love working with her. She learned a few new songs for me and worked seamlessly with my other vendors to create the perfect, yes absolutely perfect, day. Thank you Erica! You are a true star!
Amy P., 3 months ago
Justin Raymund Deejays 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

If you're crazy in love, I'm crazy in love with music! I hope you love music, too! I'm Justin Raymund. I'd love to connect with you to talk about your vision for your once-in-a-lifetime event and how music can magnify it. I'm a pro DJ with 20+ years of experience doing every kind of event imaginable - and over 500 weddings! I've DJed internationally, backed Grammy Award winners, played hole-in-the-wall-bars, upscale clubs, cruise ships, ballrooms & stadiums – and now I want to play YOUR wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin was lovely to work with from the start. He was booked for another wedding, but he paired us up with Rob, an associate DJ of his. Both Rob and Justin were so so fun to work with. Rob took the time to text or set up whatever zoom calls we felt we needed. For the actual day, Rob was amazing. We had dinner service, reception, and "after party". Robs killed it with his flow between songs, and was incredibly accommodating and flexible if we had any requests in the moment, and was able to dodge or handle any "questionable" song requests that came his way. We knew that he always put my husband and I's wishes first. We also had multiple people comment on how good the DJ was during the reception, and after the fact! He also went above and beyond to pull heroics the day of to get some of our DIY spot lighting set up that wasn't set up the night prior. Rob was incredible to work with, and just as fun to chat with. Will miss working with them, but absolutely will be following their journeys and would use them again in a heartbeat! So thankful for Justin and Rob!
Sara, 10 months ago
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Kenny Fiesta 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

Hi! Kenny Fiesta here. When you reach out, I'm quick to respond, eager to hear your wedding vision. We'll chat about the atmosphere you want, the music to get everyone dancing. I listen carefully to your must-plays and do-not-plays, making your day special. I'm fluent in English & Spanish, connecting with all your guests.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kenny Fiesta was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very start, his communication style was thorough, low-pressure, and reliable. He connected with each vendor, the venue, and key people in our wedding to ensure all were aligned and knew who he was, how to work with him, and what to expect throughout the night. Kenny's experience as a DJ was truly top-notch - he kept the party going all night long and made sure the music and energy were perfect for our special day. He worked with our playlist and captured our vision for the day. It was a PARTY. Kent was a joy to work with, keeping things low-pressure throughout the process but covering every detail. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ, and we highly recommend Kenny Fiesta to any couple looking for an experienced, professional, and fun-loving addition to their wedding day or their event. We would 100% work with him again in the future. In the end, he felt like family.
Dein & M., 4 months ago
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Clife DJ Company 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

At Clife DJ Company, we’re redefining what it means to throw an unforgettable party. As Iowa’s most reviewed, most referred, and trusted Wedding DJs, we bring a modern, cutting-edge approach to DJ entertainment that’s perfect for a wedding celebration. Based in Cedar Rapids, we proudly serve Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and destination events!

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Clife was an amazing choice as our wedding DJ! From the music, stage setup, accessories (surprise smoke guns for us), and making sure the day runs smoothly, his team killed it. The app that he has his clients use helps couples plan out their day and is extremely easy to use. 100% recommend using Clife and team for your wedding!
Ross A., 7 months ago
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Sharon Valley Harp, LLC 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

By the time she was three years old, Olivia Claggett was asking for a harp teacher. At six years old, she began taking piano lessons with Jean Wonders, and at eight she began Suzuki harp lessons with professional harpist, instructor, and adjudicator Candyce Dunham. She never looked back after her first lesson in October 2007. During her many years as a student, Olivia continued to push herself musically by competing in numerous competitions winning the annual Buckeye Christian School Organization’s spring competition for five consecutive years.

Awarded Best of Zola
Olivia played the harp at our wedding 9/1/2024 and did a wonderful job. It was the perfect added piece to our ceremony. She played before (while our guests and bridal party were getting seated/lining up), during (when my dad and I walked down), and after (when our guests exited) the ceremony and the music was just beautiful and peaceful. I met with her a few weeks prior to pick out the music we wanted and she had a lot of different songs/varieties to choose from. She was very responsive and showed up on time (which meant a lot being a bride). We couldn’t have asked for better music to be played for our wedding and our guests loved it/her too. We highly recommend her as a harpist for your wedding.
Brooke B., 7 months ago
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Skinnyboy Media 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,299
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees

DJ Stiles, aka SkinnyBoy Media, has been serving the couples and corporate clients of NorthEastern Ohio since 2014. With hundreds of weddings, parties and corporate events, SkinnyBoy Media has the knowledge, the equipment, and the look to take your event to the next level!

Awarded Best of Zola
Tyson and Samantha were absolutely wonderful! We received so many compliments from our friends and family the day after our wedding about them. They all "loved the DJ" and "your DJ was so awesome, and amazing" and "we loved the music, he really understood the crowd and gave the people what they wanted" and "the photobooth girl was so great and so much fun". We even got compliments on how he had the perfect volume level! We couldn't have been happier with how the night went, how much fun our guests had, and how Tyson really understood our vision for the night while we prepped with him. They were so professional yet flexible with the pace if anything in the timeline changed and I did not have to worry about a single thing except having fun! We can sincerely thank them from the bottom of our hearts for amplifying our special day and making us look good by knocking our wedding reception out of the park! We would DEFINITELY hire Skinnyboy Media all over again and recommend them to anyone!
Theresa S., 8 months ago
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DJ Herbert Holler 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Evanston, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Herbert Holler is one of the most recognized, in-demand DJs in New York City and beyond. He specializes in providing the perfect music for your wedding, be it the frenzied dance floor of your reception, the conversation-friendly ambiance of your cocktail hour, or the serene, magical moments of your ceremony. He uses his 25-plus years of event-production experience, extensive knowledge of popular music, 20-plus years of full-time, professional, late-night club and private-event deejaying history, and an uncanny knack for reading party guests to keep you and all of your loved ones happy and having a blast. Holler at Herbert today!

Awarded Best of Zola
…AND EVERY SINGLE PERSON DANCED AT OUR WEDDING CELEBRATION!!! and this was all ignited by Herbert Holler!! If you’re looking for a wedding DJ who brings it—the energy, the vibes, the perfect mix of tracks—HH is the one. From the start, they went above and beyond, meeting with us in advance to really understand our vision, our music tastes, and the kind of party we wanted to throw. And wow, did they deliver. They didn’t just play music; they created a whole experience, reading the crowd, keeping the energy high, and making sure the dance floor stayed packed all night. Every song felt like it hit at just the right moment, and the transitions were seamless. If you want a DJ who knows how to craft an epic dance party and keep the vibes going strong, book HH now. Seriously, our guests are still raving about it!
Adrienne and C., 2 months ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Evanston, IL

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Evanston, IL?

Live bands typically range from $150 to $18,500, averaging at $3,700. DJs range from $250 to $5,000 and average at $1,500. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 67% of bands and DJs in Evanston, IL cover cocktail hour and 66% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 62% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

59% of bands in Evanston, IL will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Evanston, IL?

The most popular bands in Evanston, IL are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Direct Entertainment DJ-Photo-Video-Booths, Ultimate Beats Entertainment and Windy City Mix, Inc..

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