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Wedding DJ and MC with 12 Uplights and Full Day Coverage

Travels to You 10-600 guests DJs DJs
Wedding DJ Top 40 / Pop Hip-Hop / R&B House
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Hosted by Aaron

Description

This open-format wedding DJ and MC service with 12 premium uplights covers the SF Bay Area, including Oakland, San Francisco, Berkeley, Marin, and the broader East Bay, with up to 8 hours of music coverage. The Prestige tier adds 12 premium uplights tailored to the wedding color palette to the concert-grade sound, hi-fidelity mixing, and dance floor lighting in the lower tiers.

What's Included

  • Full Day Coverage: Up to 8 hours of music

  • Expert DJ Performance and Professional MC

  • 12 Premium Uplights tailored to the wedding color palette

  • Hi-Fidelity Performance Mixing Console

  • Professional Concert-Grade Sound Quality

  • 2 Premium Shure Wireless Microphones

  • Club Style Dance Floor Lighting Effects

  • Early Arrival, Setup, and Breakdown included

  • Unlimited Music Consulting Services

Music and Mixing Approach

The DJ plays an open-format mix across pop, top 40, hip hop, house, disco, and Latin. Open-format means the playlist shifts seamlessly across decades and styles based on what the dance floor is responding to in the moment, rather than locking into a single genre. The set adapts as the day moves from ceremony walk-in, through cocktail hour, into the reception, and through the full dance set. Couples submit a do-not-play list and a must-play list during the consultation, and both are respected throughout the night.

MC and Timeline Coordination

The DJ also serves as master of ceremonies for the evening, covering grand entrance announcements, toasts, parent dances, cake cutting cues, bouquet toss, and last call. The MC works with the venue's banquet captain or wedding planner so transitions land cleanly and the timeline flows without dead air. The 8-hour window allows full-day coverage from ceremony through the final dance.

Lighting and Effects

  • 12 premium uplights tailored to the color palette: color-washed accents around the perimeter of the room that pick up the wedding colors, highlight architectural features, and shift the mood across each part of the night, soft and warm during cocktail hour and more saturated for the dance floor

  • Club-style dance floor lighting: directional moving lights that animate the floor during peak dancing

  • Concert-grade sound: professional-tier loudspeakers and reinforcement appropriate for ballroom-size receptions and outdoor venues

  • 2 premium Shure wireless microphones: for ceremony officiant, vow exchange, readings, and reception toasts (handheld and lavalier setups available)

Why 12 Uplights Matters

Twelve uplights tailored to the wedding palette is the difference between a flat reception room and a venue that feels designed for the occasion. The lights pick up the wedding colors, highlight beams and columns, and let the ambiance shift across the night. It is the most visible upgrade from the lower tiers and removes the need for a separate lighting vendor.

Music Consulting and Planning

Booking includes unlimited music consulting in the lead-up to the event. The DJ works with the couple and the venue coordinator to align music transitions with key moments, including the processional, the recessional, the first dance, parent dances, the cake cutting, the bouquet toss, and last call.

Service Area and Travel

Headquartered in Oakland, California, with regular coverage across San Francisco, Berkeley, Marin, the broader East Bay, and Northern California. Travel arrangements for events outside the regular service area, including destination weddings, can be discussed during the initial consultation. There are no travel restrictions on this offering.

Why Couples Choose This Tier

This is the most popular tier and the choice for couples who want a full 8-hour music program plus uplighting in a single package. The 12-uplight color-palette match transforms the venue without a separate lighting vendor on the day. For couples whose program is a full event in 6 hours without uplighting, the Amplified Essentials tier is the next step down. For reception-only 4-hour coverage, the Signature tier is the entry point.

Check 2026 Availability

Pricing is transparent on the listing and availability is shown in real time. Couples can browse open 2026 dates and submit an inquiry without exchanging multiple emails just to confirm a starting price.

Music And Performance

Primary Genre / Specialty:Open Format / All Genres
Music Genres
Top 40 / PopHip-Hop / R&BHouseDisco / FunkLatin / ReggaetonRockEDM / Electronic

Sound Equipment

What's Included

PA / Sound System Included

Lighting Equipment

What's Included

Dance Floor Lighting
LED Bars / Strips

Entertainment Addons

What's Included

Ceremony Sound
Cocktail Hour Music

Space Power And Setup

Indoor / Outdoor Capability:Both Indoor and Outdoor

Dj Type And Services

What's Included

MC / Emcee Services
Years of Experience:20
DJ Specializations
Wedding DJPrivate PartiesCorporate EventsMobile DJ
Languages Spoken
English

Insurance And Credentials

General Liability Insurance

Additional

Contract Required

Weekly Availability

Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

All times shown in PST

What this event offers

  • DJ Booth DJ Booth
  • Beatmatching Beatmatching
  • Hip Hop Hip Hop
  • Latin Latin
  • MC Emcee MC Emcee
  • MC MC
  • Playlist Playlist
  • Pop Top40 Pop Top40
  • Reception Music Reception Music

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Every event is verified for quality, so you can book with peace of mind.

Travels to Customer

Available for on-site service in these regions: San Francisco, CA

Cancellation Policy

Strict

  • Full refund: Up to 30 days before
  • 50% refund: 15-30 days before
  • No Refund: Within 15 days

Frequently Asked Questions

Are vendors vetted and insured?

Yes. All vendors are carefully vetted for professionalism, reliability, and quality of service. Where applicable, vendors carry appropriate insurance and can provide documentation upon request.

What exactly is included in this package?

Each package clearly lists what's included in the overview of the listing such as duration, guest minimum, staffing, equipment, venue (if applicable), setup, and cleanup. You can also add additional services like catering, bartender, DJ, decor, rentals, AV, or transportation during booking.

Is this event private?

Yes. All Events in Minutes packages are private unless clearly stated otherwise. Your group will not be mixed with other guests.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. Pricing is fully transparent. Before checkout, you'll see: Base package price, Guest count pricing, Optional add-ons, Service fee, and Taxes (if required). There are no surprise charges after booking. You get exactly what you are promised in the listing overview.

Can we customize this package?

Yes. You can adjust guest count based on the policy (where possible), add additional services, modify timing (where possible), and combine multiple packages. For larger or multi-service events, contact us for a tailored proposal.

What happens after you book?

You'll receive instant confirmation. The vendor then reviews your booking and approves, coordinates final logistics, and assists with add-ons or adjustments. One of our team members stays involved to ensure everything runs smoothly.

What is the cancellation or rescheduling policy?

Each package displays its cancellation window before booking. Rescheduling is often possible depending on notice. We aim to be flexible when adjustments are reasonable and communicated in advance.

Can this event take place at our office or chosen venue?

Many services can travel to your office or preferred venue. It is marked as 'Travels to You'. When applicable, select 'Travels to You' during booking in the filter. Please check building restrictions (alcohol, cooking, sound levels, etc.) and insurance requirements in advance. Most vendors can provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) if needed.

Is the date and time available?

Yes. If you can select a date and complete checkout with instant booking packages, the package is available. Some packages have request to book and vendors need to check and respond. In the rare case of a vendor emergency, Events in Minutes will provide a comparable replacement or offer a full refund. Your booking is protected.

Can you support large corporate events or multi-service bookings?

Yes. Events in Minutes supports corporate team-building, offsites & retreats, holiday parties, conferences, and private celebrations. You can bundle venues, catering, bar service, DJ, staffing, AV, and more into one seamless booking.

Suitable for: Anniversary, Wedding, Birthday, Engagement, Milestone Celebration, Bar/Bat Mitzvah

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