Compare 1,005 event DJs available in United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 1,988 reviews from real clients. Party DJs in this category cover corporate events, birthday parties and private functions, bringing their own sound and lighting rather than relying on venue equipment.
Prices start from £80, with most quotes coming in around £300.
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Booking an event DJ in United Kingdom usually starts with a short brief: date, venue, guest numbers and the kind of night you want. Quotes tend to come back within a day or two, and most DJs will offer a call to run through the plan before you confirm. The strongest candidates ask as many questions as they answer, from timings to what the room is like.
Most setups need a table or booth space near a power supply and 60 to 90 minutes to load in and sound-check before guests arrive. Tell the DJ about stairs, long carry routes or upstairs function rooms when you enquire, since they move heavy speakers and stands. Some venues fit sound limiters that cut power when volume crosses a set threshold; a DJ who knows this in advance can configure their rig to stay under it. Outdoor receptions and marquee events need dry, covered ground and a reliable power source, so agree those details with the venue early.
A strong event DJ builds the night around your brief rather than a fixed routine. Share a shortlist of must-play tracks, anything to avoid, and the shape of the evening, from arrival music through dinner to the main dance set. Decide in advance whether guests can request songs on the night, and mention any themed or multilingual sets you need so the DJ can prepare the right library. Most are happy to source specific tracks ahead of the event if given notice.
Most DJs in United Kingdom quote per event rather than per hour, with evening bookings running from £80 to £950+ and typical spends around £300. Hourly figures usually only appear for short add-on slots or extra time at the end of the night. When comparing quotes, check what is included: sound equipment, lighting, setup time and travel are normally built in, while uplighting, an extended set or a separate system for a second room adds to the fee. December dates and peak-season weekends are the first to go, so confirm your date as soon as the venue is settled.
The average price for Event DJs available in United Kingdom is £300 (GBP). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 510 enquiries for Event DJs at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 14 October 2026.
Drew Stansall ex The Specials
"Drew played at our wedding on 6/9/26 and it was absolutely amazing. We gave him a few songs we wanted and left the rest upto him, he built the atmosphere with each sing and led us perfectly into our reception. Didn’t want his set to end. Can not recommend highly enough. Really nice guy and a true professional performer 👌🏼👌🏼"
Michael Jackson Tribute Show
"Great work and an excellent! display, dance and rhyth. Keep it up!"
Jbmac
"JBMAC are great to work with - a delight both on and off stage. They deliver a great set of dance music covers sure to fill any dance floor. They are flexible and adaptable and really go the extra mile to make sure the audience has a great time. We love working with them and will definitely book them again for our events."
MKG Music Services
"The acoustic set list was absolutely fantastic. Great guitar playing, beautiful voice - a stellar evening."
Carlo on Sax
"Carlo Saxophonist was absolutely incredible at our wedding party!
He read the crowd perfectly and blended with the music, creating that real Ibiza-style party feel. Carlo is incredibly versatile and can adapt to any style of music — he played effortlessly alongside the DJ and elevated every track. Whatever the DJ threw at him, he matched it perfectly, making each moment feel unique and live.
So many of our guests commented on how amazing he was and how much they loved the live sax element. Professional, friendly, and super talented — we couldn’t have asked for a better addition to our evening. Highly recommend Carlo for any wedding or event!"
the- madhouse -family
"Great djs and a singer who the gals love.arrived early. Good sound quality."