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 Darlington 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 Darlington have an average score of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Darlington
The top 5 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Darlington are...
- The Boogie Knight - Professional Disco And Karaoke. Choose The Knight!
- PC Roadshows Entertainments - Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
- The Disco Co - Not All Discos Are The Same...
- Speeding Lights - Providing Great Entertainment For Over 10 Years
- Zunzo Party Hire - Fun, Friendly And Professional Service
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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.
The Boogie Knight
Professional Disco And Karaoke. Choose The Knight!
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4.8 out of 5 | 29 trusted reviews
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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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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.
Speeding Lights
Providing Great Entertainment For Over 10 Years
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5.0 out of 5 | 7 trusted reviews
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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!
Zunzo Party Hire
Fun, Friendly And Professional Service
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Typical DJ Prices in Darlington
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 Darlington 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 Darlington party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Darlington
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 - £174 | £174 - £273 | £273 - £410 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Darlington
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 - £280 | £280 - £440 | £440 - £610 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Darlington
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 - £161 | £161 - £241 | £241 - £420 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Darlington
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 - £136 | £136 - £196 | £196 - £250 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Darlington 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 Darlington, 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 Darlington 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 Darlington based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Darlington
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Darlington? 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 Darlington - for full details click on any venue name!
3 in Darlington / 12 nearby
in Darlington (DL1 - 3 options) - More Details
Aston Hotel Darlington, Newton Park, Coatham Mundeville
Hall Garth Golf & Country Club Hotel, Coatham, Mundeville
Kings Hotel, 9-12 Priestgate
Nearby (12 options)
Blackwell Grange Hotel, Darlington DL3
Croft Hotel, Darlington DL2
George Hotel, Darlington DL2
Hardwick Hall Hotel, Stockton on Tees TS21
Headlam Hall Hotel, Darlington DL2
Hotel Bannatyne, Darlington DL3
Redworth Hall Hotel, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Rockliffe Hall Hotel, Darlington DL2
St George Hotel, Darlington DL2
The Croft Hotel (Raffles), Darlington DL2
The Spa Hotel, Darlington DL2
Walworth Castle Hotel, Darlington DL2
5 in Darlington / 24 nearby
in Darlington (DL1 - 5 options) - More Details
Clifton Community Centre, Clifton Road
Firthmoor Community Centre, Maidendale House, Burnside Rd
Forum Music Centre, Borough Road
St Columbas Church, Clifton Avenue
Whessoe Parish Hall, Great North Road, Whessoe
Nearby (24 options)
All Saints & Salutation, Darlington DL3
Aycliffe Village Hall, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Bowen Road Hall, Darlington DL3
Carlton Village Hall, Stockton on Tees TS21
Ceddesfield Hall, Stockton on Tees TS21
Fishburn Community Centre, Stockton on Tees TS21
Gainford Montalbo Village Hall, Darlington DL2
Grindon Parish Hall, Stockton on Tees TS21
Heighington Village Hall, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Hurworth Grange Community Centre, Darlington DL2
Hurworth Village Hall, Darlington DL2
Ingleton Village Hall, Darlington DL2
Newton Aycliffe Scout Centre, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Newton Aycliffe Youth & Community Centre, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Sadberge Village Hall, Darlington DL2
Scarth Hall, Darlington DL2
School Aycliffe Community Hall, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Sedgefield Parish Hall, Stockton on Tees TS21
St Augustines Parish Centre, Darlington DL3
Stillington Community Centre, Stockton on Tees TS21
Willow Rd Community Centre, Darlington DL3
Wilson Centre, Stockton on Tees TS21
Winston Village Hall, Darlington DL2
Woodham Village Community Centre, Newton Aycliffe DL5
15 in Darlington / 24 nearby
in Darlington (DL1 - 15 options) - More Details
Albert Hill Club, Nestfield St
Central Working Mens Club, 7 Beaumont St
Cleveland Bridge Social Club, Neasham Rd
Darlington ASE (Engineers) Club, 195-199 Northgate
Darlington Club & Institute (Northgate Working Mens Club), 85 High Northgate
Darlington Cricket Club, South St
Darlington East End Club & Institute, Neasham Road
Darlington Golf Club, Haughton Grange
Darlington Indoor Bowls Club, Morrison Centre, North Road
Darlington Railway Institute Club, 93 North Road
Darlington Rugby Club, Blackwell Meadows, Grange Road
East End Working Mens Club, 55 Parkgate
Harrowgate Club, Salters Lane North, Harrowgate Hill
Haughton le Skerne Working Mens Club, 25 Haughton Green
Navy Club, 211 Northgate
Nearby (24 options)
Cockerton Band Institute Club, Darlington DL3
Croft & District Working Mens Club, Darlington DL2
Darlington & Simpson Rolling Mills Social Club (DSRM), Darlington DL3
Darlington Conservative & Unionist Club (JUC), Darlington DL3
Darlington Football Club (Northern Echo Arena), Darlington DL2
Darlington Freemasons Hall, Darlington DL3
Darlington Mowden Park Rugby Club (Northern Echo Arena), Darlington DL2
Darlington Railway Athletic (Football/Cricket)(RA) Club, Darlington DL3
Dinsdale Spa Golf Club, Darlington DL2
Fishburn Working Mens Social Club, Stockton on Tees TS21
Holy Family Social Centre, Darlington DL3
Hopetown & Whessoe Working Mens Club, Darlington DL3
Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre (Lifestyle Fitness), Newton Aycliffe DL5
Newton Aycliffe Navy Club, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Newton Aycliffe Sports Club, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Newton Aycliffe Working Mens Club (Big Club), Newton Aycliffe DL5
Oak Leaf Sports Complex, Newton Aycliffe DL5
RAFA Club Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe DL5
Sedgefield Cricket Club, Stockton on Tees TS21
Sedgefield Racecourse, Stockton on Tees TS21
Sedgefield Social Club, Stockton on Tees TS21
Staindrop Masonic Hall, Darlington DL2
Stillington WM Social Club, Stockton on Tees TS21
Woodham Golf & Country Club, Newton Aycliffe DL5
26 in Darlington / 47 nearby
in Darlington (DL1 - 26 options) - More Details
Aspire, 10 Crown Street
Elixir (ex Bijou), Crown Street
Hogans, 180 Victoria Rd
Hoskins (ex Barracuda), 43 Blackwellgate
Market Square (der Spiegeltent), Market Square
Rocket Town Brewing Co, Horsemarket
The Albion , Yarm Road
The Black Swan, Parkgate
The Boot & Shoe Hotel, Church Row
The Copper Beech, Neasham Road
The Dalesman, 96-100 Victoria Road
The Foresters Arms, Brafferton Lane, Coatham Mundeville
The Glittering Star, Stonebridge
The Golden Cock, Tubwell Row
The Grey Horse, Haughton Green
The Greyhound, Parkgate
The Half Moon, 130 Northgate
The Hole In The Wall, Market Place
The Joseph Pease, Tubwell Row
The Old Vic, Victoria Road
The Quays, Tubwell Row
The Red Lion, Priestgate
The Shuttle & Loom, Whinfield Road
The Wheatsheaf, 254 Yarm Road
The White Horse, North Road
The William Stead, Crown Street
Nearby (47 options)
The Beehive, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Black Horse, Darlington DL2
The Blacksmiths Arms, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Bridgewater Arms, Darlington DL2
The Brinkburn, Darlington DL3
The Builders Arms, Darlington DL3
The Cobblers Hall, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Countryman, Darlington DL2
The County, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Cross Keys, Darlington DL2
The Cumby Arms, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Deacon (ex Archdeacon), Darlington DL3
The Duke Of Wellington, Darlington DL2
The Emerson Arms, Darlington DL2
The Fox & Hounds, Darlington DL2
The Fox Hole, Darlington DL2
The George & Dragon, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Green Dragon, Darlington DL3
The Hamilton Russell Arms, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Hardwick Arms Hotel, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Havelock Arms, Darlington DL2
The Huntsman, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Iron Horse, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Kings Arms, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Londonderry Arms, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Mowden, Darlington DL3
The Nags Head, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Newbus Arms, Darlington DL2
The North Briton, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Old English Gentleman, Darlington DL3
The Old Farmhouse, Darlington DL2
The Platform 1 (ex Fighting Cocks), Darlington DL2
The Royal Telegraph, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Ship, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Slaters Arms, Darlington DL3
The Smiths Arms, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Spotted Dog, Darlington DL2
The Sutton Arms, Stockton on Tees TS21
The Tanners Hall, Darlington DL3
The Tawny Owl, Darlington DL2
The Three Crowns, Darlington DL3
The Travellers Rest, Darlington DL3
The Tuns, Darlington DL2
The Turbinia, Newton Aycliffe DL5
The Turks Head, Darlington DL3
The Vane Arms, Stockton on Tees TS21
The White Heifer That Travelled, Darlington DL2
Darlington DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Darlington 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 Darlington 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 Darlington. 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 Darlington 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 Darlington 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 Darlington, 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 Darlington.
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 Darlington 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 Darlington
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Darlington 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 Darlington? 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 Darlington are: - The Boogie Knight - PC Roadshows Entertainments - The Disco Co | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Darlington? 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 Darlington - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Darlington 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 £174 - £273 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 Darlington 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 Darlington and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Darlington? 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. |