The Best Wedding DJs in Forreston, IL

The Best Wedding DJs in Forreston, IL

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115 Wedding Bands & DJs in Forreston, IL

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Carter Events And Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Forreston, 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
I have nothing but amazing things to say about Carter Entertainment. They truly go above and beyond for their couples and are the life of the party. The energy they brought was phenomenal and our guests were so impressed by them. Not only that, but they truly helped keep everything on time and help the day run smoothly. We are so thrilled we chose them to DJ our day!!
Hannah P., a year ago
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Clife DJ Company 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees
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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 Forreston, 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.

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Sharon Valley Harp, LLC was a joy to work with from start to finish. Her communication was responsive, quick, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Olivia's beautiful and talented harp playing was absolutely amazing - it made our ceremony so much more special and all of our guests were truly impressed. If you are debating using Sharon Valley Harp for your wedding, just do it - you will not be disappointed with the incredible value and quality of their services.
Crystal T., 5 months ago
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Piotrowski Strings 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $425
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

Piotrowski Strings is your home for premier musicians for any event! Owner and violinist Anna Piotrowski expanded in 2024 to include a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals to serve more clients with the same quality, style, and service she is known for. Anna looks forward to working with you on your vision!

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My now husband and I wanted to give our guests an experience they don't normally see at weddings nowadays, so choosing Anna to be our Violinist was by far one of the best decisions we could have made! Anna was an absolute dream to work with from day one! She never made me feel rushed when selecting/vetting our Ceremony/Cocktail Hour musician. Instead she was very knowledgeable about what the experience would potentially look like, she was up front regarding the music selection she knows (but of course was willing to learn something new with enough time to practice) and best of all she was extremely organized and I never felt like there were any unknowns for either party. On the day of our wedding, we were just so busy and unfortunately didn't get a chance to meet Anna in person, but Anna's skills were beyond what I imagined! From the Ceremony to the Cocktail Hour, Anna transitioned smoothly between the different styles and atmospheres we wanted for each of the events. Though we sadly didn't get to meet Anna in person, we were of course able to hear the amazing artform Anna has perfected and the Music that was chosen made the day that much more magical and everything we could have imagined and so much more! If you are a couple looking to give your guests a whimsical, artistic and unique experience but you are unsure if you should go for a Violinist, I can say with absolute certainty you will not be disappointed with Anna and the amazing day she will create for your big day!
Michelle C., 5 months ago
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Okyne Medialab, Inc. 

4.6

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

Okyne Medialab is a contemporary wedding DJ business based in Austin, Texas and Chicago, Illinois. This entertainment company strives to bring a fresh perspective to the DJ industry. While still taking the lead on the night, these DJs will remain true to your vision and expectations.

I can't say enough great things about Okyne Medialab, Inc. We were lucky enough to be paired up with Blake as our DJ. He was absolutely amazing at our wedding! He offered to sing during dinner as a "wedding gift" to us, and our guests still talk about it. I would recommend him to another couple in a heartbeat. I also appreciated the saxophone player and ease of making our own playlist. Overall, 10/10.
Brittany L., 2 months ago
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New Vintage Strings 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

New Vintage Strings is a distinctive ensemble of classically trained string players and music educators. NVS was officially founded in 2018, but our musicians have been playing together for much longer, as principal players of the Fox Valley Orchestra. All of our musicians are very close friends; and that bond energizes and elevates our performance. Husband & wife team, Jeremy & Emily, have been making music together since meeting at the NIU School of Music in the early 2000s. Their love for their craft continues to grow with every performance opportunity together.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jeremy and the New Vintage Strings quartet were incredible. Jeremy facilitated the communication for the quartet, was prompt, thorough, and extremely helpful from start to finish with all aspects. The New Vintage Strings quartet played the ceremony and cocktail hour for our wedding on Saturday, June 15th, 2024, and were a massive hit for all who attended. Their resources were user-friendly, and their repertoire was expansive. The New Vintage Strings quartet were also willing to find the sheet music for a song that was not on their list of songs. It was an absolute pleasure to work with New Vintage Strings and relatively cost-friendly given how expensive live music can be, particularly for weddings. I highly recommend having New Vintage Strings play your wedding or event where music may be appropriate. A massive thank you to Jeremy and the rest of the New Vintage Strings quartet for their lovely performance and making our wedding even more spectacular!
Matt N., 9 months ago
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Detroit Family Entertainment 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

Detroit Family Entertainment offers the highest quality DJ services. Our team of designers has the knowledge and experience necessary to make you vision for your event a reality. Customer service is our top priority and we will do everything we can to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first connected with Detroit Family Entertainment, we knew we had found the perfect DJ for our wedding day. Richard was incredibly responsive, timely, and clear in communicating, always thinking ahead to ensure our needs were met. On the day of, he was thorough, paid close attention to every detail, and truly kept our guests' enjoyment as his top priority. When our dance floor space was limited, Richard expertly improvised by transforming our cocktail hour area into one large party space where our family and friends could dance the night away. The music selection was exactly what we wanted and more - Richard kept things flowing seamlessly and made sure everyone had an amazing time celebrating with us. We can't recommend Detroit Family Entertainment highly enough!
Clayresse T., 7 months ago
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Sound Love Audio 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,395
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

What is Sound Love Audio? Sound Love Audio DJ Entertainment & Uplighting is a Milwaukee-based full service wedding DJ service, providing lighting, sound and DJ equipment & services to wedding clients across Wisconsin and beyond. Sound Love Audio DJ Entertainment & Uplighting is owned and operated by Collin Bischoff. In addition to DJing, Collin is also certified to officiate weddings, and has experience as an officiant. Sound Love Audio DJ Entertainment & Uplighting is a LGBTQ friendly business that believes strongly in marriage equality.

Awarded Best of Zola
Collin and his team at Sound Love were excellent to work with! Collin incorporates helpful tools to guide the planning of the music and schedule for the reception. We were able to use his app easily to think through what we wanted the night to feel and sound like. The app included useful spotify playlists to help us decide what types of songs we might want to consider for the big moments throughout the evening (entrance song, first dance, parent dance, etc.) We were able to work with him to customize how long we wanted certain songs to be as well. We could tell from the start that Collin wanted to make sure to do everything possible to make our night what we wanted it to be and he succeeded! He got people up and dancing and everyone had a wonderful time. Thank you to Collin and his team for everything! We highly recommend them.
Laura M., 5 months ago
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Jim Perona Guitar, Inc 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

I am an experienced wedding guitarist w/ a repertoire that spans 500+ years of music, including contemporary! For the latter, I create solo guitar arrangements of songs upon request, which maintains it's familiarity while adding a charming elegance. These arrangements are a huge hit with wedding couples! I'm honored to have won numerous "Best of" awards in the wedding industry. Planning & performing music for weddings is my passion and profession. Providing music for your big day is an extreme honor & privilege for me and an opportunity that I never take for granted. I cannot wait to talk more about the music for your big day!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working for the amazing Jim Perona at various weddings over the years, and he just simply...brings it! His range of styles incorporating the exact feel to imbue the perfect mood is unmatched in this wedding industry. Highly recommended!
James Mastrino DJUj, 4 years ago
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Milwaukee Airwaves 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

With over 15 years of experience providing entertainment for events, we know that professionalism and customization are paramount. Milwaukee Airwaves strives to make your event memorable, understanding that your needs and preferences come first. Meeting with your DJ to discuss all the details will ensure you get the experience you deserve. Whatever you want your event to be, Milwaukee Airwaves will make it a reality.

From the moment we first spoke with Nick and the Milwaukee Airwaves team, we were impressed by their transparent, timely, and courteous communication style. On the day of our wedding, they proved to be hardworking, passionate professionals who executed their performance flawlessly. They kept our dance floor packed all night long with their fun, upbeat song selections, and were fantastic MCs who went with the flow and helped make our special day even more memorable. The whole Milwaukee Airwaves crew was a joy to work with, and we would absolutely recommend them to any couple looking for an amazing entertainment group in the Milwaukee area.
Annie S., 5 months ago
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Live Bollywood Band by Hamza Amir | Indian & Pakistani Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

Hamza Amir is a local artist based in Houston, TX. He currently runs the most diverse Live Bollywood Indian & Pakistani band in the United States. Hamza Amir's Live Bollywood Band has earned a reputation as one of the best live bands for Indian and Pakistani weddings and corporate events in the USA. Hamza Amir is dedicated to providing exceptional musical entertainment that will make any event unforgettable. One of the standout features of Hamza Amir is their diverse repertoire of songs that covers a wide range of genres, including Bollywood, Punjabi, Sufi, Ghazals, Qawwalis and Western Music.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hamza and his band were the highlight of our wedding!!! These guys are so underrated! The entire US needs to know about them. They played for us almost a year ago and people still ask me about the band. Highly recommended!
Aiman F., 2 years ago
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DJ Felix Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

Visit our Website to get a FREE INSTANT Quote today! Check Availability & Pricing directly from our webpage. Select your DJ as well & build your very own package. Get instant access to our FREE Online Wedding Planner.

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I can't recommend DJ Felix Entertainment enough! Alex always makes the job of the photographer easier with clear communication and professionalism. He even helps set up a great dance floor shot or two during the night and makes sure that we can get our photos and the couple and their guests can enjoy the night. He is fun, keeps the timeline on task and keeps the dance floor filled all night long. All of the DJs at DJ Felix reflect the same professionalism and positivity as Alex does.
LotusFly Photography, 4 years ago
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Kuhl Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

For over a decade, the DJs at Kuhl Entertainment have served over 1000 couples from Madison to WI Dells, from San Juan to Key West, and back again. Our commitment to professionalism is evident in every aspect of what we do - from the equipment we use, the people we employ, and the materials we provide to couples in order to streamline your planning process. We're a team of DJs with a range of experience and musical tastes, some of whom have DJed well over 100 weddings with the company. We offer a wide range of services including receptions, ceremony sound, photo booth rental, multimedia packages, uplighting, pinspot lighting, and more.

Josh and his team were a big part of how I got my start. I now DJ weddings on the island of Maui in Hawaii and can say without a doubt the principles that Josh based his service on are well beyond that of the majority of international wedding DJs standards. his team are majorly creative and go the extra mile but most importantly are very compassionate and enthusiastic about their clients. Josh also has the highest standards about equipment and backups to make sure that his DJs always hit the mark and his clients are never left with anything other than what they ordered and then some!
Your Mix Maui, 3 years ago
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Rise Entertainment Group LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

Riley, the founder of Rise Entertainment Group LLC, began his DJ career over a decade ago at local venues in the NW Chicago Suburbs. His journey continued through college, where he performed at private events, parties, bars, and nightclubs. Today, Riley channels his extensive experience into curating dream weddings for couples. Understanding that seamless communication is key to a stress-free wedding, we offer unlimited consultations with every package. Our goal is to make your special day effortless and enjoyable.

Awarded Best of Zola
riley is INCREDIBLE!!! he did everything we asked and way exceeded our expectations! He played everything we asked and everything we didn’t which is so so important! he is professional, friendly, and such a good time! you would be missing out huge if you didn’t book riley for your next event!
Jenna, 8 months ago
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Rhythm & Lights 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Forreston, IL for additional fees

SO Rhythm & lights was founded in 1989. And the premise is really simple, simple pricing that includes everything we got. We only have two add ons. If you need the ceremony, and if you want a photobooth. Our teams going to setup all the lighting, and give you their all every single time, because the price doesnt dictate if they do that. We got you covered from every aspect. We do not do hourly rates, so no need to worry about the smallest details. BEcause we worry about the smallest details. You can just have FUN at your wedding.

Rhythm and lights exceeded our expectations. They were easy to work with every step of the planning process and very helpful. As a nervous bride this was very important, their attention to detail throughout was a huge weight off my chest, knowing I didn’t have to worry about anything. Mitch was our dj and he was absolutely amazing. The reception flowed flawlessly and the dance floor was full all night. (Ask for Mitch) I can’t imagine how different my wedding would have been if I hadn’t booked Rhythm and lights! Literally the best ️. Thank you!!!
Lexie V., 9 months ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Forreston, IL

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

Live bands typically range from $150 to $18,500, averaging at $3,000. DJs range from $595 to $4,000 and average at $1,200. 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! 83% of bands and DJs in Forreston, IL cover cocktail hour and 81% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 67% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

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

51% of bands in Forreston, 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 Forreston, IL?

The most popular bands in Forreston, IL are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Dj Magic Entertainment, Ultimate Beats Entertainment and DJ Felix Entertainment.

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