Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Blackburn, Hyndburn, Dinckley, Great Harwood, Langho
The top 2 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Blackburn are...
- PC Roadshows Entertainments - Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
- The Disco Co - Not All Discos Are The Same...
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DIAMOND DJmark Award Holders
Diamond is the highest award level offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Award holders have valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-check their electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They also have recent trusted positive feedback from previous clients and they undertake health & safety assessments prior to every event. They publish a complaints procedure and have held a DJmark Award for a minimum of two years demonstrating their commitment to the scheme.
PC Roadshows Entertainments
Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
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4.7 out of 5 | 25 trusted reviews
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The Disco Co
Not All Discos Are The Same...
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4.9 out of 5 | 8 trusted reviews
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Typical DJ Prices in Blackburn
Firstly, a disclaimer. There are LOTS of mobile DJs and entertainment companies out there, mostly run by individuals - some as a part-time extension of their hobby and others as a full-time professional business. There are endless debates about pricing on DJ forums and social media groups, with some DJs happy to work for under £100 a night and others that "wouldn't load the van" for less than £500 for the same event. So there is a much wider range of pricing (and service level) than in many other industries, for example plumbers. There is no such thing as a 'standard DJ'!
However, many people have never booked a DJ before and have no idea when it comes to how much they should budget. So what we've done is look at the details for literally hundreds of events that have taken place in and around the Blackburn area to come up with some guideline pricing showing typical rates for common types of event. We update these price ranges on a regular basis to reflect current trends.
The only sure way to get accurate prices is to request FREE DJ quotes for your Blackburn party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Blackburn
This is for an evening-only event of 4/5 hours duration with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £150 - £193 | £193 - £304 | £304 - £460 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Blackburn
This would typically include music for the ceremony, background music and microphones during the wedding breakfast, and an evening disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £225 - £310 | £310 - £490 | £490 - £680 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Blackburn
Birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, social events, Christmas parties etc. come into this category. Prices are for an evening disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £125 - £173 | £173 - £259 | £259 - £450 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Blackburn
This would usually be a weekend afternoon or weekday evening event lasting 2/3 hours. Prices are for a disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
| Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
|---|---|---|
| £100 - £167 | £167 - £241 | £241 - £300 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Blackburn to attend your function with a basic sound rig, often just a couple of entry-level speakers to provide sound for the dancefloor, and a small selection of lighting effects working in "sound-to-light" mode - ie. flashing different colours in time to the beat. You can expect limited interaction with your Budget DJ prior to the party. Most will accept some music requests on the night but will be working with a fairly limited music collection.
Many Budget DJs are part-time operators working to supplement other income. As such they are usually a good choice for low-cost venues such as pubs and village halls, and events such as 18th birthday parties and engagements.
A mid-range DJ will likely have a choice of equipment which will be selected to best suit your function and venue, and might offer some level of control over the lighting to keep it synchronised and befitting of the music style playing. They will usually offer a consultation in advance and be skilled enough to "hold the function together" on the night, continually thinking and planning ahead to make the event go smoothly. You can expect smart dress, good levels of presentation and confident microphone skills.
Many mid-range DJs are full-time businesses who can devote time to forward planning for your party in Blackburn, as well as offering a range of add-on services. Lots of mid-priced DJs will be members of organisations such as DJmark giving you confidence in their service. This means they will hold Public Liability Insurance, have regularly safety tests undertaken on their electrical equipment ("PAT"), and will issue contracts for bookings. They will also be able to provide consistently good feedback from former clients.
A premium DJ is most likely to work with you in advance to plan all aspects of the event, from equipment and lighting needs through to music preferences, announcements, key timings and the structure of the party. They will be willing to work with other entertainment providers and the venue management to avoid any unnecessary "surprises". They possess the experience and skills to ensure meticulous planning and preparation befitting of their fee, and will be smartly presented on the day to suit your function.
The perfect choice for an important event such as a wedding reception or corporate gathering, premium DJs will be able to confidently lead your celebration. Generally run as full-time businesses, Premium DJs operating in the Blackburn area are most likely to offer an impeccable feedback record and have attained DJmark Platinum or Diamond level - demonstrating their commitment to customer service.
Check out our Top 10 mobile discos in Blackburn based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Blackburn
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Blackburn? Our DJs have played at hundreds of local pubs, clubs, community centres, village halls, hotels and more.
Here's a summary list of function rooms local to Blackburn - for full details click on any venue name!
4 in Blackburn / 21 nearby
in Blackburn (BB6 - 4 options) - More Details
Mercure Blackburn Foxfields Country Hotel, Whalley Rd, Billington
Mytton Fold Hotel, Whalley Rd, Langho
Northcote Manor, Northcote Rd, Langho
The Avenue Hotel (The Venue @ Brockhall), Brockhall Village, Old Langho
Nearby (21 options)
Barton Manor Hotel, Preston PR3
Bowers Hotel, Preston PR3
Crofters Hotel, Preston PR3
Dunkenhalgh Hotel (Mercure), Accrington BB5
Eaves Hall, Clitheroe BB7
Ferraris Country House Hotel, Preston PR3
Garstang Country Hotel & Golf Club, Preston PR3
Gibbon Bridge Hotel, Preston PR3
Guys Thatched Hamlet (Guys and Owd Nells Tavern), Preston PR3
Higher Trapp Country House Hotel, Burnley BB12
Inn at Whitewell, Clitheroe BB7
Marriott Hotel Preston, Preston PR3
Mitton Hall Country House Hotel, Clitheroe BB7
Peel Park Hotel, Accrington BB5
Pickerings Hotel, Preston PR3
Shireburn Arms Hotel, Clitheroe BB7
Sparth House Hotel, Accrington BB5
Springfield House Hotel, Preston PR3
Stirk House Hotel, Clitheroe BB7
The Fence Gate Inn, Burnley BB12
The Swan and Royal Hotel, Clitheroe BB7
0 in Blackburn / 3 nearby
Nearby (3 options)
Alston Hall, Preston PR3
Browsholme Hall, Clitheroe BB7
Whalley Abbey, Clitheroe BB7
2 in Blackburn / 20 nearby
in Blackburn (BB6 - 2 options) - More Details
Bank Mill House Centre, Church Street, Great Harwood
Billington and Langho Community Centre (BALCA), Whalley Rd, Langho
Nearby (20 options)
Accrington Stanley Social Club, Accrington BB5
Arthur Wilson Centre (Mercer House), Accrington BB5
Bangor Street Community Centre, Blackburn BB1
Barley Village Hall, Burnley BB12
Blackburn Masonic Hall, Blackburn BB1
Bolton by Bowland Village Hall, Clitheroe BB7
Cabus Village Hall, Preston PR3
Chipping & District Memorial Hall, Preston PR3
Claughton Memorial Village Hall, Preston PR3
Downham Village Hall, Clitheroe BB7
Grindleton Pavilion, Clitheroe BB7
Kirkland & Catterall Memorial Hall, Preston PR3
Padiham Road Methodist Church, Burnley BB12
Revidge Fold United Reformed Church, Blackburn BB1
Rimington Memorial Institute, Clitheroe BB7
Saint Michael and Saint John Parish Centre, Clitheroe BB7
Spring Hill Community Centre, Accrington BB5
St Antonys Centre (St James Old School), Accrington BB5
St Marys Cemtre, Clitheroe BB7
Whalley Village Hall, Clitheroe BB7
4 in Blackburn / 63 nearby
in Blackburn (BB6 - 4 options) - More Details
Great Harwood Cricket Club, Blackburn Old Road
Great Harwood Golf & Social Club, Whalley Road, Great Harwood
Langho Football Sports & Country Club, Dewhurst Road, Langho
Leisure Hour Working Mens Club, Lomax St, Great Harwood
Nearby (63 options)
Accrington & District Golf Club, Accrington BB5
Accrington Cricket & Tennis Club, Accrington BB5
Accrington Masonic Hall (Adelaide Suite), Accrington BB5
Audley Working Mens Club, Blackburn BB1
Baxenden and District Golf Club, Accrington BB5
Baxenden Conservative Club, Accrington BB5
Baxenden Cricket Club, Accrington BB5
Beechwood Road Working Mens Club & Function Room, Blackburn BB1
Billington & Whalley Brass Band Club, Clitheroe BB7
Blackburn Northern Sports Club, Blackburn BB1
Blackburn Rugby Club, Blackburn BB1
Bold St Working Mens Social Club, Accrington BB5
Brooks Club, Accrington BB5
Broughton & District Club, Preston PR3
Burnley Road Bowling Club, Accrington BB5
Calder Vale Country Club, Preston PR3
Canine Working Mens Club, Accrington BB5
Church & Oswaldtwistle Cricket Club, Accrington BB5
Clayton-le-Moors Freemasons Hall, Accrington BB5
Clitheroe Conservative Club, Clitheroe BB7
Clitheroe Cricket Bowling & Tennis Club, Clitheroe BB7
Clitheroe Rugby Club, Clitheroe BB7
Clitheroe Social Club, Clitheroe BB7
Crow Wood Leisure, Burnley BB12
Enfield Cricket Club, Accrington BB5
Free Gardeners Working Mens Club, Blackburn BB1
Fulwood & Broughton Cricket Club, Preston PR3
Furthergate Working Mens Club, Blackburn BB1
Globe Bowling & Billiards Club, Accrington BB5
Green Haworth Golf Club, Accrington BB5
Guide Social Club, Blackburn BB1
Ighten Leigh Social Club, Burnley BB12
Ighten Mount Bowling Club, Burnley BB12
Longridge & District Conservative Club, Preston PR3
Longridge Sports & Social Club (ex Royal British Legion), Preston PR3
Low Moor Club, Clitheroe BB7
Lowerhouse Cricket Club, Burnley BB12
Old Blackburnians Football Club, Blackburn BB1
Orchard Working Mens Institute, Blackburn BB1
Oswaldtwistle Social & Conservative Club (The Ossy), Accrington BB5
Padiham Football Club, Burnley BB12
Padiham Working Mens Club, Burnley BB12
Parkview Working Mens Club, Accrington BB5
Platt Social Club, Accrington BB5
Poplar Social Club (Pop Club), Accrington BB5
Read Cricket & Bowling Club, Burnley BB12
Rishton Conservative Club, Blackburn BB1
Rishton Cricket & Social Club, Blackburn BB1
Rishton Free Gardeners Working Mens Club, Blackburn BB1
Rishton Golf Club, Blackburn BB1
Rishton Workmens Club, Blackburn BB1
Rosegrove Railway Club (LMRCA), Burnley BB12
Royal British Legion Clitheroe, Clitheroe BB7
St Albans Social Club, Blackburn BB1
St Wilfrids Terrace Members Club, Preston PR3
Stanhill Working Mens Club, Accrington BB5
Stanley Street Social Club (The Stanley), Accrington BB5
Sydney Street Working Mens Club, Accrington BB5
United Irish League Working Mens Club, Burnley BB12
Waddington Village Social Club, Clitheroe BB7
Whalley Golf Club, Clitheroe BB7
Whittingham & Goosnargh Sports & Social Club, Preston PR3
Wilpshire Golf Club, Blackburn BB1
0 in Blackburn / 2 nearby
0 in Blackburn / 2 nearby
9 in Blackburn / 106 nearby
in Blackburn (BB6 - 9 options) - More Details
Snuffys, Commerical Rd, Great Harwood
The Duke Of Wellington, Blackburn Road, Great Harwood
The Lord Nelson, Whalley Old Road, Langho
The Park Hotel, Harwood Lane
The Petre Arms, Whalley Road, Langho
The Plough, Queen Street, Great Harwood
The Pub Royale, Station Road, Great Harwood
The Victoria, St Johns Street, Great Harwood
The Walmsley Arms, 26 Queen Street, Great Harwood
Nearby (106 options)
Bashall Barn, Clitheroe BB7
Calfs Head, Clitheroe BB7
Grants Bar, Accrington BB5
Moorcock Inn, Clitheroe BB7
Spread Eagle, Clitheroe BB7
The Abbey, Accrington BB5
The Adelphi, Blackburn BB1
The Ale House, Clitheroe BB7
The Alston Arms, Preston PR3
The Aspinall Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Assheton Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Barn at Scorton, Preston PR3
The Bay Horse, Accrington BB5
The Bayley Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Bellflower, Preston PR3
The Black Dog, Accrington BB5
The Blackamoor Inn, Blackburn BB1
The Boars Head, Accrington BB5
The Brickworks, Accrington BB5
The Brockholes Arms, Preston PR3
The Brown Cow, Clitheroe BB7
The Bull & Royal, Preston PR3
The Cabin End, Blackburn BB1
The Castle, Clitheroe BB7
The Coach and Horses, Clitheroe BB7
The Commercial Hotel, Accrington BB5
The Corporation Arms, Preston PR3
The Crown, Preston PR3
The De Lacy Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Derby Arms, Preston PR3
The Dog & Partridge, Preston PR3
The Dog Inn, Clitheroe BB7
The Dugdale Arms, Burnley BB12
The Durham Ox, Preston PR3
The Eagle & Child Inn, Preston PR3
The Eagle and Child, Clitheroe BB7
The Eagle At Barrow, Clitheroe BB7
The Elletson Arms, Preston PR3
The Emporium, Clitheroe BB7
The Farmers Arms, Preston PR3
The Farmers Arms , Preston PR3
The Foresters, Blackburn BB1
The Forts Arms, Accrington BB5
The Free Gardeners Arms, Burnley BB12
The Freemasons Country Inn, Clitheroe BB7
The Gannow Wharf, Burnley BB12
The George, Accrington BB5
The George IV Inn, Burnley BB12
The Greyhound Inn, Accrington BB5
The Hand & Shuttle, Burnley BB12
The Hare & Hounds, Blackburn BB1
The Hare & Hounds, Burnley BB12
The Hare & Hounds, Accrington BB5
The Hare & Hounds, Accrington BB5
The Junction, Burnley BB12
The King Edward VII, Blackburn BB1
The Kings Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Kings Arms, Preston PR3
The Knowles Arms (Ego Restaurant), Blackburn BB1
The Level One, Accrington BB5
The Lowerhouse Canteen, Burnley BB12
The Malt Shovel, Burnley BB12
The Nags Head, Accrington BB5
The New Holly, Preston PR3
The New Inn, Clitheroe BB7
The Oaklea Tavern, Accrington BB5
The Old England Forever, Accrington BB5
The Old Mother Redcap, Blackburn BB1
The Pack, Blackburn BB1
The Parkers Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Patten Arms, Preston PR3
The Pendle Inn, Burnley BB12
The Pendle Witch Hotel, Clitheroe BB7
The Plough, Accrington BB5
The Priory at Scorton, Preston PR3
The Ribchester Arms, Preston PR3
The Rishton Arms, Blackburn BB1
The Rising Sun, Blackburn BB1
The Roebuck, Preston PR3
The Rose and Crown, Clitheroe BB7
The Sparrowhawk (Ye Olde), Burnley BB12
The Spinning Jenny, Accrington BB5
The Spread Eagle, Clitheroe BB7
The Stags Head, Preston PR3
The Starkie Arms, Burnley BB12
The Stumble Inn, Preston PR3
The Sun Inn, Preston PR3
The Swan With Two Necks, Clitheroe BB7
The Sycamore Farm, Burnley BB12
The Three Fishes, Clitheroe BB7
The Tim Bobbin Hotel, Burnley BB12
The Tinker & Budget, Accrington BB5
The Towneley Arms Hotel, Preston PR3
The Varsity, Accrington BB5
The Waddington Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Waggon & Horses, Clitheroe BB7
The Walmsley Arms, Blackburn BB1
The Walton Arms, Accrington BB5
The Whalley Arms, Clitheroe BB7
The Wheatsheaf Hotel, Preston PR3
The Whitakers Arms, Accrington BB5
The White Bull at Alston, Preston PR3
The White Lion, Clitheroe BB7
The Willows, Blackburn BB1
The Winchester, Burnley BB12
Trickys, Accrington BB5
Blackburn DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Blackburn will make a dramatic difference to the success of their event - in a lot of cases possibly one of the most important (and expensive) days of their lives. For others, where the music is just incidental, a basic service is often all they need.
The biggest deciding factor in ensuring the quality of the DJ service that you hire in Blackburn, Hyndburn, Dinckley, Great Harwood, Langho is usually the budget. We urge you to consider this very carefully as an overall percentage of the cost of your event. Don't shop for a DJ in Calstock - Gunnislake purely on price, because many affordable yet experienced DJs will actively avoid clients that appear not to value the service and focus only on cost. Instead, shop around on the suitability, reputation and level of service being offered - then, once you have a shortlist of suitable DJs you can then review the pricing.
BE WARY OF ONLINE REVIEWS
Many review platforms such as Facebook and Google accept "reviews" from ANYONE whether or not they've actually used the service - including the DJ, the DJ's partner, the DJ's friends, the DJ's dog...
needadisco.com reviews can only be submitted by clients that have used the service including people like you partying in Blackburn. We do not accept random reviews. We also think that reviews can go out of date quite quickly, so we do not count reviews that are more than 3 years old to be sure that you're getting an up-to-date picture. Also, our Blackburn discos are clearly ranked on specific criteria such as audio quality, lighting quality, presentation, music choices, request handling, microphone use, audience interaction and more, so that you can quickly compare local DJ services.
CHECK FOR A DJMARK AWARD
All DJmark Award holding DJs in Blackburn operate legally and with due regard for excellent customer service.
DJmark is the longest established and most rigorous awarding body for the UK mobile disco industry, working with mobile DJs to independently check paperwork, credentials and customer feedback. If you employ a DJmark Award holding DJ for your wedding or party in Blackburn, you can be assured that you will be working with "one of the good guys". Learn more about DJmark and how booking an award holder can save you a lot of time and potential stress for your party in Blackburn.
COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION...
Be very clear about your expectations for the event and TALK to your potential DJ about them. Don't be afraid to walk away if you're not confident in his/her abilities to deliver.
Do you want a straightforward 'same-as-everyone-else' mobile disco or are you looking for something a little different? Are you looking for a Blackburn DJ who can rapidly switch genres to suit the guests ... or would you prefer a club-style DJ with a predetermined set and excellent beatmatching skills? Would you be happy with a silent DJ or would you like someone with microphone skills and the right presence to confidently make announcements and keep your guests informed?
DJ Hire FAQs for events in Blackburn
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Blackburn since 2006. In that time we've confirmed more than 60,000 events and our DJ members have accrued positive feedback in 99.96% of cases. If you are thinking of hiring a DJ click the button below to get rapid free quotes from a selection of available companies, or read our FAQs.
| Who are the best mobile DJs in Blackburn? needadisco.com used various methods to rate the quality and safety of the mobile DJs and disco companies that it recommends. We not only look at customer feedback but also their documentation such as insurance, electrical testing records, approach to health & safety and many more aspects. In our opinion, the best mobile DJs available to hire for weddings, parties and events in Blackburn are: - PC Roadshows Entertainments - The Disco Co | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Blackburn? Easy - just request quotes from needadisco.com and our experienced mobile disco members will be in touch with free quotations and more information about their service. There's no obligation to book and you can close your enquiry at any time. needadisco.com has hundreds of safety and quality checked DJs available for all types of events being held in Blackburn - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Blackburn DJ? For an entry level DJ you can expect to pay anything from £150 upwards for a small evening function. A more realistic amount if you are looking for an experienced DJ with a good standard of audio and lighting equipment and positive feedback from recent customers would be in the region of £193 - £304 for an evening event. If you are looking for a professional DJ with an impeccable and long-standing feedback record for an important event such as a wedding reception you can easily add another 50-100% to these amounts. Remember - for most parties the DJ is the one aspect that will be remembered long after the cake, buffet or wedding dress - and you really want it to be for the right reasons! | |
| I'm having a party in Blackburn and I've never booked a DJ before! needadisco.com makes it really easy for you to find a suitable mobile DJ for your party. Simply provide a few details about your plans and let our members contact you with further information about what they can offer and a quotation. Then you can pick the one you like the sound of and book them directly. There's no middlemen agencies involved and no commission to pay. We have DJs based in Blackburn and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Blackburn? Many of our DJs also offer other popular party services - such as dancefloor hire, photo booths, LOVE letters, and some even provide photography, catering, venue decoration, bouncy castle hire and much more! You can request quotes for any or all of these products and services and choose your favourites in your own time. |