Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
needadisco.com is the only DJ finder website that undertakes detailed checks to rate its members covering Derby, Ambaston, Aston-on-Trent, Borrowash, Breaston, Church Wilne, Draycott, Elvaston, Ockbrook, Risley, Shardlow, Weston-on-Trent, Erewash for quality and safety so that you can book in confidence
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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 Derby have an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 verified customer reviews!
DJ Finder
The following DJs are available to book for events in Derby, Ambaston, Aston-on-Trent, Borrowash, Breaston, Church Wilne, Draycott, Elvaston, Ockbrook, Risley, Shardlow, Weston-on-Trent, Erewash
The top 12 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Derby are...
- Alt. Entertainments - Music Matters
- Groove Noise - Where The Music Does The Talking, Not The DJ
- The Specialist Wedding DJ - High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
- PC Roadshows Entertainments - Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
- Blue Flame Disco - Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
- AClassEntertainments.co.uk - The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
- DJ John Entertainment - Professional Wedding DJ Mobile Disco To Suit All
- TRAX Disco Roadshow - Take Your Party To The Max With TRAX
- Gingers Mobile Disco and Karaoke - Disco, Disco Karaoke, Karaoke Only, Equipment Hire
- Dynamix Disco - Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
- Bass Discos - No tagline provided
- RJH Events - The Wedding And Event Dj's
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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.
Alt. Entertainments
Music Matters
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Groove Noise
Where The Music Does The Talking, Not The DJ
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5.0 out of 5 | 26 trusted reviews
The Specialist Wedding DJ
High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
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PC Roadshows Entertainments
Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
More Details | Get A Quote |
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.
Blue Flame Disco
Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
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AClassEntertainments.co.uk
The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
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DJ John Entertainment
Professional Wedding DJ Mobile Disco To Suit All
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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.
TRAX Disco Roadshow
Take Your Party To The Max With TRAX
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Gingers Mobile Disco and Karaoke
Disco, Disco Karaoke, Karaoke Only, Equipment Hire
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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!
Dynamix Disco
Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
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Bass Discos
No tagline provided
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RJH Events
The Wedding And Event Dj's
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Typical DJ Prices in Derby
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 Derby 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 Derby party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Derby
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 - £200 | £200 - £314 | £314 - £470 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Derby
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 - £320 | £320 - £500 | £500 - £710 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Derby
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 - £182 | £182 - £274 | £274 - £480 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Derby
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 - £158 | £158 - £229 | £229 - £290 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Derby 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 Derby, 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 Derby 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 Derby based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Derby
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Derby? 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 Derby - for full details click on any venue name!
3 in Derby / 18 nearby
in Derby (DE72 - 3 options) - More Details
Kegworth House, High Street, Kegworth
Risley Hall Hotel, Derby Rd, Risley
Thistle Hotel East Midlands Airport, 34 Derby Road, Kegworth
Nearby (18 options)
Breadsall Priory Hotel and Country Club, Ilkeston DE7
Donington Manor Hotel, Derby DE74
Donington Park Farmhouse Hotel, Derby DE74
Hilton East Midlands Airport, Derby DE74
Holiday Inn Derby-Nottingham M1 J25, Nottingham NG10
Horsley Lodge, Derby DE21
Horsley Lodge Hotel & Golf Club, Derby DE21
Kegworth Hotel, Derby DE74
Lawns Hotel, Derby DE73
Mayfield House, Nottingham NG10
Morley Hayes Hotel, Ilkeston DE7
Novotel Nottingham, Nottingham NG10
pentahotel Derby, Derby DE24
Priest House Hotel, Derby DE74
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport, Derby DE74
Thistle Hotel East Midlands Airport, Derby DE74
Tudor Hotel, Derby DE74
Yew Lodge Hotel, Derby DE74
1 in Derby / 3 nearby
in Derby (DE72 - 1 options) - More Details
Draycott House, Nottingham Rd, Draycott
Nearby (3 options)
Calke Abbey, Derby DE73
Langley Priory, Derby DE74
Locko Park, Derby DE21
4 in Derby / 30 nearby
in Derby (DE72 - 4 options) - More Details
Aston on Trent War Memorial Hall, The Green
Risley Memorial Hall, Derby Rd, Risley
Shardlow Village Hall, The Wharf, Shardlow
Weston on Trent Village Hall, 47 Main Street, Weston on Trent
Nearby (30 options)
Barrow on Trent Village Hall, Derby DE73
Breadsall Village Hall, Derby DE21
Cantelupe Centre, Ilkeston DE7
Castle Donington Village Hall, Derby DE74
Chellaston Community Centre, Derby DE73
Chesapeake Community Centre, Derby DE21
Cotton Lane Community Centre, Derby DE24
Derby Conference Centre, Derby DE24
Diseworth Village Hall, Derby DE74
Edmund Hall, Derby DE21
Flamsteed Centre, Ilkeston DE7
Kegworth Community Centre, Derby DE74
Kegworth Village Hall, Derby DE74
Keldholme Community Centre, Derby DE24
Little Eaton Village Hall, Derby DE21
Melbourne Assembly Rooms, Derby DE73
Nunsfield House Community Centre, Derby DE24
Oakwood Community Centre, Derby DE21
Roe Farm Community Centre, Derby DE21
Sawley Memorial Hall & Community Centre, Nottingham NG10
Sinfin Community Centre, Derby DE24
Spondon Village Hall, Derby DE21
St Johns Church, Nottingham NG10
St Philips Church Hall, Derby DE21
Stanley Village Hall, Ilkeston DE7
Sts Michael & Marys Church, Derby DE73
The Roundhouse, Derby DE24
The Wilmot Arms, Derby DE21
Ticknall Village Hall, Derby DE73
Wesley Hall, Derby DE73
3 in Derby / 41 nearby
in Derby (DE72 - 3 options) - More Details
Elvaston Cricket Club, Elvaston Castle Country Park, Elvaston
Maywood Golf Club, Rushy Lane, Risley
St Hughs Social Club, 68 Derby Road, Borrowash
Nearby (41 options)
Alvaston & Boulton Cricket Club, Derby DE21
Alvaston & Crewton Social Club, Derby DE24
Borrowash Victoria Football Club, Derby DE21
Carlton Club, Ilkeston DE7
Central Function Rooms, Ilkeston DE7
Chaddesden Jubilee Club, Derby DE21
Chaddesden Lace Club, Derby DE21
Chaddesden Park Social Club, Derby DE21
Derbyshire County Cricket Club, Derby DE21
Erewash Valley Golf Club, Ilkeston DE7
Horsley Woodhouse Ex-Service & WM Club, Ilkeston DE7
Ilkeston Football Club, Ilkeston DE7
Ilkeston Rugby Club (The Stute), Ilkeston DE7
Jubilee Club, Derby DE21
Kegworth Town Cricket Club, Derby DE74
Kirk Hallam Social Club, Ilkeston DE7
McCluskeys (Spondon Snooker Club), Derby DE21
Melbourne Sporting Partnership (Pavilion), Derby DE73
Moorlands Club, Nottingham NG10
Morley Hayes Golf Club, Ilkeston DE7
Nutbrook Cricket Club, Ilkeston DE7
Osmaston Mens Social Club (The Little Hut), Derby DE24
Powerleague Derby, Derby DE24
Rolls-Royce Leisure Derby, Derby DE24
Royal British Legion Chellaston, Derby DE73
Royal British Legion Melbourne, Derby DE73
Sandiacre Town Cricket Club, Nottingham NG10
Sinfin Moor Social Club, Derby DE24
Smalley Common Ex-Service & Workmens Club & Institute, Ilkeston DE7
Soldiers & Sailors, Nottingham NG10
Spondon Cricket Club, Derby DE21
Spondon Liberal Club, Derby DE21
Spondon Village Club (ex Conservative Club), Derby DE21
St Peters Church Hall, Derby DE73
Swarkestone Cricket Club, Derby DE73
The Dukeries Social Club, Ilkeston DE7
The Manor Health & Racquets Club, Ilkeston DE7
The Sportsman, Nottingham NG10
Victory Club (ex Royal British Legion Allenton), Derby DE24
West Hallam White Rose Cricket Club, Ilkeston DE7
Zingari Club, Nottingham NG10
1 in Derby / 4 nearby
in Derby (DE72 - 1 options) - More Details
Donington Park Circuit - Events, Castle Donington
Nearby (4 options)
Gladstone Lodge, Ilkeston DE7
Pride Park Stadium (iPro), Derby DE24
The Riverside Centre, Derby DE24
Westgate Suites, Nottingham NG10
17 in Derby / 97 nearby
in Derby (DE72 - 17 options) - More Details
The Bulls Head, Wilsthorpe Road, Breaston
The Clock Warehouse, London Road, Shardlow
The Coach & Horses, Victoria Road, Draycott
The Coopers Arms, Weston on Trent
The Cross Keys, Green Lane, Ockbrook
The Dog & Duck, London Road, Shardlow
The Harrington Arms, Grove Close, Thulston
The Nags Head, 129 Nottingham Road, Borrowash
The Olympic, Station Road, Draycott
The Queens Head, Victoria Avenue, Ockbrook
The Risley Park, Derby Road, Risley
The Royal Oak, Green Lane, Ockbrook
The Shakespeare Inn, 117 London Rd, Shardlow
The Victoria (Hotel), Draycott
The White Hart, 21-23 Derby Road
The White Swan, Church Street, Ockbrook
The Wilmot Arms, Derby Road, Borrowash
Nearby (97 options)
48s Sports Bar Grill, Derby DE21
Amalfi White (ex Melbourne Liberal Club), Derby DE73
Melbourne View Hotel, Derby DE73
The Bank Bar, Derby DE21
The Bateman Arms, Ilkeston DE7
The Blue Peter, Derby DE24
The Bonnie Prince, Derby DE73
The Brackens, Derby DE24
The Brackens, Derby DE24
The Bridge, Nottingham NG10
The Brookfield, Derby DE73
The Bulls Head, Derby DE73
The Burnt Pig, Ilkeston DE7
The Buzz Bar, Nottingham NG10
The Canal Turn (ex The Moon Hotel), Derby DE21
The Cap & Stocking, Derby DE74
The Carpenters Arms, Ilkeston DE7
The Castle, Ilkeston DE7
The Cat & Fiddle, Ilkeston DE7
The Chequered Flag, Derby DE74
The Coach & Horses, Derby DE21
The Corner Pin, Derby DE73
The Corner Pin, Nottingham NG10
The Cornishman, Derby DE24
The Coronation, Derby DE24
The Crewe & Harpur Arms, Derby DE73
The Cross Keys, Derby DE74
The Crown, Derby DE24
The Crown & Arrows, Derby DE24
The Davy Lamp, Ilkeston DE7
The Durham Ox, Ilkeston DE7
The Eaton Farm, Nottingham NG10
The Ferrers Arms, Derby DE24
The Fox & Hounds, Derby DE21
The General Havelock, Ilkeston DE7
The Glass Pilla, Ilkeston DE7
The Golden Pheasant, Derby DE24
The Grampian, Derby DE24
The Half Crown, Nottingham NG10
The Hardinge Arms, Derby DE73
The Harrington Arms, Nottingham NG10
The Harrow, Ilkeston DE7
The Hole In The Wall, Nottingham NG10
The Hollybush Inn, Derby DE73
The Hop, Ilkeston DE7
The James Wyatt, Derby DE24
The Jolly Potters, Derby DE74
The Jolly Sailor, Derby DE74
The Kings Corner, Derby DE21
The Kings Head, Ilkeston DE7
The Little Acorn, Ilkeston DE7
The Lodge, Derby DE24
The Lounge, Ilkeston DE7
The Mallard, Ilkeston DE7
The Meadows Inn, Derby DE21
The Merlin, Derby DE24
The Mitre, Derby DE24
The Nags Head, Nottingham NG10
The Navigation Inn, Derby DE24
The Needlemakers Arms, Ilkeston DE7
The New Bridge Inn, Derby DE24
The Newdigate, Ilkeston DE7
The Oak & Acorn, Derby DE21
The Observatory, Ilkeston DE7
The Old Black Horse, Ilkeston DE7
The Otter, Derby DE74
The Oxford, Nottingham NG10
The Paddock, Derby DE21
The Prince Of Wales, Derby DE21
The Prince of Wales, Ilkeston DE7
The Queens Head, Derby DE21
The Red Lion, Derby DE74
The Red Lion, Nottingham NG10
The Rose & Crown, Ilkeston DE7
The Rose And Crown, Derby DE73
The Royal Crown, Derby DE21
The Royal Oak, Ilkeston DE7
The Sevenoaks Inn, Ilkeston DE7
The Silver Ghost, Derby DE24
The Sir John Warren, Ilkeston DE7
The Sir John Warren, Ilkeston DE7
The Sitwell Arms, Ilkeston DE7
The Staff Of Life, Derby DE73
The Stage One, Nottingham NG10
The Stanhope Arms, Ilkeston DE7
The Steamboat Inn, Nottingham NG10
The Stenson Fields, Derby DE24
The Tappers Harker, Nottingham NG10
The Three Horse Shoes, Ilkeston DE7
The Three Horseshoes, Ilkeston DE7
The Trent Lock, Nottingham NG10
The Vernon Arms, Derby DE21
The White Hart Inn, Ilkeston DE7
The White Lion , Nottingham NG10
The White Lion , Nottingham NG10
The White Swan, Derby DE73
The Yarn Spinner, Derby DE21
Derby DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Derby 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 Derby, Ambaston, Aston-on-Trent, Borrowash, Breaston, Church Wilne, Draycott, Elvaston, Ockbrook, Risley, Shardlow, Weston-on-Trent, Erewash 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 Derby. 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 Derby 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 Derby 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 Derby, 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 Derby.
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 Derby 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 Derby
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Derby 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 Derby? 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 Derby are: - Alt. Entertainments - Groove Noise - The Specialist Wedding DJ - PC Roadshows Entertainments | |
How can I find a reliable DJ in Derby? 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 Derby - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
How much should I expect to pay for a Derby 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 £200 - £314 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 Derby 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 Derby and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
What other party services do you provide in Derby? 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. |