Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
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In more than 60,000 completed events our DJs have achieved a positive feedback rating of 99.9% and our members that cover weddings and parties in Chelmsford have an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 240 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Chelmsford
The top 10 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Chelmsford are...
- DJ Stef - Music For All Ages And For Everyone's Party
- Boogie Nights Discos - Boogie The Night Away In Style With Top Sounds
- Deluxe Discos - Providing High Quality Professional DJ Services
- A.R.C. Disco - Remember - It's Your Party - We Do!
- Capital Nightlife - Professional Disco And DJ Service
- East Anglian Discos - Experienced Mobile DJ And Disco
- DJ Fat Adam - International DJ With Over 25 Years Experience
- Time Trek Mobile Disco - Proper Old School Retro Disco, 100% Vinyl Or CD
- Disco Inferno - Professional Mobile Disco For Every Occasion
- DJ Barney Weddings and Events Services - Professional DJ For Your Wedding, Party Or Event
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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.
DJ Stef
Music For All Ages And For Everyone's Party
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4.8 out of 5 | 50 trusted reviews
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Boogie Nights Discos
Boogie The Night Away In Style With Top Sounds
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4.8 out of 5 | 48 trusted reviews
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Deluxe Discos
Providing High Quality Professional DJ Services
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4.7 out of 5 | 4 trusted reviews
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PLATINUM DJmark Award Holders
Platinum is the second 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 are working their way up to a Diamond Award in due course by regularly submitting updated documentation.
A.R.C. Disco
Remember - It's Your Party - We Do!
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4.7 out of 5 | 37 trusted reviews
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Capital Nightlife
Professional Disco And DJ Service
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4.9 out of 5 | 54 trusted reviews
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East Anglian Discos
Experienced Mobile DJ And Disco
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4.9 out of 5 | 6 trusted reviews
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GOLD DJmark Award Holders
Gold is the mid level award 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.
DJ Fat Adam
International DJ With Over 25 Years Experience
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5.0 out of 5 | 1 trusted review
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Time Trek Mobile Disco
Proper Old School Retro Disco, 100% Vinyl Or CD
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4.1 out of 5 | 1 trusted review
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Other Local DJs
These members do not currently hold a DJmark Award, however they are working towards attaining one as soon as possible.
This doesn't mean that they do not have the required documentation or positive customer feedback - just that they haven't shared that with us yet. If in doubt, ask!
Disco Inferno
Professional Mobile Disco For Every Occasion
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4.9 out of 5 | 13 trusted reviews
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DJ Barney Weddings and Events Services
Professional DJ For Your Wedding, Party Or Event
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4.9 out of 5 | 6 trusted reviews
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Typical DJ Prices in Chelmsford
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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Chelmsford
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 |
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| £150 - £242 | £242 - £380 | £380 - £570 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Chelmsford
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 |
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| £225 - £390 | £390 - £610 | £610 - £860 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Chelmsford
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 |
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| £125 - £216 | £216 - £324 | £324 - £570 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Chelmsford
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 |
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| £100 - £179 | £179 - £259 | £259 - £320 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Chelmsford
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Chelmsford? 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 Chelmsford - for full details click on any venue name!
2 in Chelmsford / 5 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 2 options) - More Details
Pontlands Park Hotel, West Hanningfield Rd, Great Baddow
South Lodge Hotel, 196 New London Road
Nearby (5 options)
County Hotel, Chelmsford CM1
Greenwoods Hotel, Ingatestone CM4
Ivy Hill Hotel, Ingatestone CM4
Oakland Hotel, Chelmsford CM3
The Saracens Head, Chelmsford CM1
1 in Chelmsford / 6 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 1 options) - More Details
Baddow Park, West Hanningfield Road
Nearby (6 options)
Boreham House, Chelmsford CM3
Ingatestone Hall, Ingatestone CM4
Leez Priory, Chelmsford CM3
Maidens Barn, Chelmsford CM3
Newland Hall, Chelmsford CM1
Shire Hall, Chelmsford CM1
9 in Chelmsford / 37 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 9 options) - More Details
Chelmer Village Hall, Village Square, Chelmer Village
Chelmers Village Hall, Village Square, Chelmers Village
Galleywood Heritage Centre, The Common, Galleywood
Galleywood Keene Hall, Watchhouse Rd, Galleywood
Great Baddow Millennium Community Centre, Recreation Ground, Baddow Rd
Great Baddow Parish Hall, 19 Maldon Rd, Great Baddow
Millennium Hall, Baddow Rd, Great Baddow
Sandon Village Hall, Woodhill Rd, Sandon
Springfield Park Baptist Church, Springfield Park Road
Nearby (37 options)
Althorne Parish Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Blackmore Village Hall, Ingatestone CM4
Boreham Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Broomfield Community Centre & Village Hall , Chelmsford CM1
Broomfield Methodist Church Hall, Chelmsford CM1
Champions Manor Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Christy Hall, Ingatestone CM4
Danbury Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Great Leighs Village Hall (Leighs VH), Chelmsford CM3
Great Waltham Hulton Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Hatfield Peverel Scout & Guide Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Hatfield Peverel Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Highwood Village Hall, Chelmsford CM1
Ingatestone Community Centre, Ingatestone CM4
Leighs Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Little Baddow Memorial Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Little Waltham Memorial Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Long Meads Community Centre, Chelmsford CM1
Margaretting Village Hall, Ingatestone CM4
North Avenue United Reform Church, Chelmsford CM1
Rettendon Memorial Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Roxwell Memorial Hall, Chelmsford CM1
South Hanningfield Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
South Woodham Ferrers Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
South Woodham Ferrers Yacht Club, Chelmsford CM3
Springfield Parish Centre , Chelmsford CM1
Springfield Parish Hall, Chelmsford CM1
St Andrews Church Hall, Chelmsford CM1
St Andrews Room, Chelmsford CM3
Stock Village Hall, Ingatestone CM4
Terling Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Tractor Shed Theatre, Chelmsford CM3
Trent Road United Reform Church, Chelmsford CM1
Woodham Ferrers Village Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Writtle Christian Centre, Chelmsford CM1
Writtle Sports & Social Club, Chelmsford CM1
Writtle Village Hall, Chelmsford CM1
16 in Chelmsford / 18 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 16 options) - More Details
Chelmsford Conservative Club, 101 Moulsham St
Chelmsford Golf Club, Widford Road
Chelmsford Hockey Club, Chelmer Park, Beehive Lane
Chelmsford Rugby Club, Coronation Park, Timsons Lane
Chelmsford Social Club, 55 Springfield Road
Essex County Cricket Club, New Writtle St
Essex Police Sports & Social Club, St Margaret's Rd
Galleywood & District Social Club, The Street, Galleywood
Galleywood Football Club, Slades Lane, Galleywood
Great Baddow Lawn Tennis Club, Ladywell Lane, Sandon
Marconi Sports & Social Club, Beehive Lane
Meadgate Church , Meadgate Avenue
Q Ball Club, Barrack Square
Royal British Legion Chelmsford
Royal Engineers Sports & Social Club, Meadowside, Springfield Rd
Springfield Cricket Club, Timsons Lane
Nearby (18 options)
Beaulieu Park Sports Pavilion, Chelmsford CM1
Channels Golf Club - The Essex Barn, Chelmsford CM3
Chelmsford Bowling Club, Chelmsford CM1
Chelmsford City Football Club, Chelmsford CM1
Crondon Park Golf Club, Ingatestone CM4
Danbury Sports and Social Centre, Chelmsford CM3
Little Channels Golf Club, Chelmsford CM3
Little Waltham Sports & Social Club - Tufnell Hall, Chelmsford CM3
Old Chelmsfordians Association, Chelmsford CM1
Regiment Way Golf Club, Chelmsford CM3
RHP Bowls Chelmsford, Chelmsford CM1
Royal British Legion Chelmsford Broomfield, Chelmsford CM1
Royal British Legion Great Waltham, Chelmsford CM3
Royal British Legion Ingatestone, Ingatestone CM4
South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre (SWFLC), Chelmsford CM3
South Woodham Ferrers Rugby Club, Chelmsford CM3
Three Rivers Golf & Country Club, Chelmsford CM3
Triangle Club, Chelmsford CM1
2 in Chelmsford / 1 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 2 options) - More Details
Glades Restaurant at Miami Hotel, Princes Rd
Waterfront Place, Wharf Rd
Nearby (1 options)
Furze Hill, Ingatestone CM4
1 in Chelmsford / 0 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 1 options) - More Details
Hylands House, Hylands Park, London Rd
32 in Chelmsford / 71 nearby
in Chelmsford (CM2 - 32 options) - More Details
The Anchor, 151 Moulsham Street
The Bay Horse, 189 Moulsham Street
The Bird In Hand, New Writtle St
The Black Horse, 165 Moulsham Street
The Blue Lion, Tabors Hill, Great Baddow
The Clay Pigeon, Robin Way
The Crown Inn, Sandon
The Eagle, Stock Road
The Eagle & Hind, Gloucester Avenue
The Endeavour, 351 Springfield Road
The Fox & Hounds, 89 Wood Street
The Fox & Raven, Barnes Mill Road
The Horse & Groom, The Common
The Ivory Peg, New London Road
The Kings Head, 49 Maldon Road, Great Baddow
The Nags Head, Baddow Road
The New London, 147 New London Road
The Oddfellows Arms, 195 Springfield Road
The Orange Tree, Lower Anchor Street
The Queen B, 6 Waterson Vale
The Rising Sun, 232 New London Road
The Riverside Inn, Victoria Road
The Running Mare, Stock Road
The Ship, Stock Road, West Hanningfield
The Sir Evelyn Wood, 56 Widford Road
The Star, Baddow Road, Great Baddow
The Star & Garter, 159 Moulsham Street
The Three Compasses, Church Road, West Hanningfield
The Two Brewers, 80 Springfield Road
The White Bear, Watchouse Road
The White Horse, 78 High Street, Great Baddow
The Woolpack, Mildmay Road
Nearby (71 options)
The Admiral J McHardy, Chelmsford CM1
The Ale House, Chelmsford CM1
The Anchor, Chelmsford CM3
The Angel, Chelmsford CM1
The Bakers Arms, Ingatestone CM4
The Bakers Arms, Chelmsford CM3
The Beehive, Chelmsford CM3
The Bell, Chelmsford CM3
The Bell, Chelmsford CM3
The Bell, Chelmsford CM3
The Bell, Chelmsford CM3
The Bell, Ingatestone CM4
The Black Bull, Chelmsford CM1
The Black Bull, Ingatestone CM4
The Brewers Arms, Chelmsford CM3
The Bridge Street Lounge & Grill (ex Blue Bridge), Chelmsford CM1
The Compasses, Chelmsford CM1
The Compasses Inn, Chelmsford CM3
The Cross Keys, Chelmsford CM3
The Curlew, Chelmsford CM3
The Dog & Partridge, Chelmsford CM3
The Duck Inn, Chelmsford CM1
The Duke of Wellington, Chelmsford CM3
The Flyer, Chelmsford CM1
The Fox & Goose, Chelmsford CM1
The Fox & Hounds, Chelmsford CM3
The Gardeners, Chelmsford CM1
The Generals Arms, Chelmsford CM3
The Globe, Chelmsford CM1
The Golden Fleece, Chelmsford CM1
The Grange, Chelmsford CM3
The Hare, Chelmsford CM1
The Hoop, Ingatestone CM4
The Horse & Groom, Chelmsford CM1
The Huntsman and Hounds, Chelmsford CM3
The Kings Arms, Chelmsford CM1
The Leather Bottle, Chelmsford CM3
The Leather Bottle, Ingatestone CM4
The Lion, Chelmsford CM3
The Loop, Chelmsford CM1
The Norton, Chelmsford CM3
The Old Kings Head, Ingatestone CM4
The Old Windmill, Chelmsford CM3
The Pig & Whistle, Chelmsford CM1
The Plough, Chelmsford CM1
The Prince Albert, Ingatestone CM4
The Prince Of Wales, Chelmsford CM3
The Queens Head, Chelmsford CM3
The Red Beret, Chelmsford CM1
The Red Lion, Ingatestone CM4
The Red Lion, Chelmsford CM1
The Red Lion Inn, Chelmsford CM3
The Rose & Crown, Chelmsford CM1
The Rose & Crown, Chelmsford CM3
The Shaw Farm, Chelmsford CM3
The Ship, Chelmsford CM1
The Six Bells, Chelmsford CM3
The Square & Compasses, Chelmsford CM3
The Swan Inn, Chelmsford CM3
The Three Elms, Chelmsford CM1
The Three Horseshoes, Chelmsford CM3
The Town Crier, Chelmsford CM3
The Tulip, Chelmsford CM1
The Two Saxons, Chelmsford CM1
The Viper, Ingatestone CM4
The Walnut Tree, Chelmsford CM3
The Wheatsheaf , Chelmsford CM1
The Wheatsheaf, Chelmsford CM3
The White Hart Inn, Ingatestone CM4
The White Horse, Chelmsford CM1
The White Swan, Chelmsford CM3
Chelmsford DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford. 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford.
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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford? 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 Chelmsford are: - DJ Stef - Boogie Nights Discos - Deluxe Discos | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Chelmsford? 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 Chelmsford - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Chelmsford 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 £242 - £380 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Chelmsford? 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. |