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 Hackney Central, Dalston, London Fields 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 Hackney have an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 37 verified customer reviews!
DJ Finder
The following DJs are available to book for events in Hackney Central, Dalston, London Fields
The top 10 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Hackney are...
- DJ Stef - Music For All Ages And For Everyone's Party
- Sound Division - Mobile Entertainment
- A.R.C. Disco - Remember - It's Your Party - We Do!
- DJ Andy Disco - Professional Mobile and Wedding DJ
- Capital Nightlife - Professional Disco And DJ Service
- John Headley Roadshow - Disco / Karaoke Quiz Nites Theme Nights, Numbers
- Steve Justin Roadshow - Professional Disco - Professional and Reliable
- Bass Discos - No tagline provided
- Fett Entertainment Limited - No tagline provided
- Ignite Events - Fuel Your Event With Unforgettable Entertainment!
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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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Sound Division
Mobile Entertainment
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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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4.6 out of 5 | 37 trusted reviews
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DJ Andy Disco
Professional Mobile and Wedding DJ
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Capital Nightlife
Professional Disco And DJ Service
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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.
John Headley Roadshow
Disco / Karaoke Quiz Nites Theme Nights, Numbers
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Steve Justin Roadshow
Professional Disco - Professional and Reliable
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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!
Bass Discos
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Fett Entertainment Limited
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Ignite Events
Fuel Your Event With Unforgettable Entertainment!
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Typical DJ Prices in Hackney
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 Hackney 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 Hackney party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Hackney
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 - £295 | £295 - £463 | £463 - £690 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Hackney
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 - £470 | £470 - £740 | £740 - £1040 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Hackney
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 - £215 | £215 - £323 | £323 - £570 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Hackney
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 - £159 | £159 - £230 | £230 - £290 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Hackney 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 Hackney, 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 Hackney 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 Hackney based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Hackney
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Hackney? 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 Hackney - for full details click on any venue name!
0 in Hackney / 3 nearby
Nearby (3 options)
Hilton Islington, London N N1
RE Hotel London Shoreditch, London E E2
Town Hall Hotel, London E E2
0 in Hackney / 4 nearby
Nearby (4 options)
London Canal Museum, London N N1
Sutton House, London E E9
The Circus Space, London N N1
The Gallery, London E E2
5 in Hackney / 31 nearby
in Hackney (E8 - 5 options) - More Details
Hindle House Community Centre, Arcola St, Hackney
Regent Estate Community Centre, Brougham Rd
St Marks Parish Hall, St Marks Rise, Dalton
St Michael and All Angels Church, Lansdowne Rd
The Trinity Centre, Beechwood Rd
Nearby (31 options)
Abney Public Hall, London N N16
Church on the Corner, London N N1
Clapton Park Methodist Church, London E E5
Cranston Estate TMO Community Hall, London N N1
Dan West Community Hall, London E E9
Frampton Park Baptist Church Sports Hall, London E E9
Geffrye Community Centre, London N N1
Half Moon Crescent Community Centre, London N N1
Jean Stokes Community Centre, London N N1
Jubilee Primary School Community Centre, London N N16
Kings Hall Leisure Centre, London E E5
Mildmay Community Centre, London N N16
Oak Tree Community Centre, London N N16
Oaktree Community Centre, London N N16
Our Lady & Saint Joseph R C Church, London N N1
Popham & Cumming Community Centre, London N N1
St Annes Community Hall, London N N1
St Augustines Hall, London E E9
St Marys Church Community Centre, London N N1
St Silas Church Community Hall, London N N1
Stoke Newington Scout Hall, London N N16
Sundial Centre, London E E2
The Arc Centre, London N N1
The Boiler House Community Space, London N N16
Threshold Centre, London E E2
Victoria Park Community Centre, London E E9
Walter Sickert Community Centre, London N N1
Whitmore Community Centre, London N N1
Wigan House Community Hall, London E E5
York Hall Leisure Centre, London E E2
York Way Community Centre, London N N1
0 in Hackney / 3 nearby
Nearby (3 options)
Bethnal Green Working Mens Club (Boro), London E E2
Clissold Sports Centre, London N N16
Mildmay Club, London N N16
1 in Hackney / 3 nearby
in Hackney (E8 - 1 options) - More Details
Visions Banqueting Suite, 588a Kingsland Rd, Hackney
Nearby (3 options)
Kings Place Gallery, London N N1
London Art House, London N N1
Round Chapel Arts Centre, London E E5
0 in Hackney / 1 nearby
23 in Hackney / 167 nearby
in Hackney (E8 - 23 options) - More Details
The Baxters Court, 282 Mare Street, Hackney
The Cat & Mutton, 76 Broadway Market, Hackney
The Dolphin, 165 Mare Street
The Dove, 24 Broadway Market
The Duke of Wellington, 260 Haggerston Road
The Fox, 372 Kingsland Road
The Haggerston, 438 Kingsland Road
The Hand of Glory, 240 Amhurst Road
The Heart of Hackney, 255 Mare Street
The Kingsland, 37 Kingsland High Street
The London Fields Taproom, 365 Warburton Street
The Martello Hall, 137 Mare Street
The Off Broadway, Broadway Market
The Old Ship, Sylvester Path
The Prince George, 40 Parkholme Road
The Pub On The Park, 19 Martello St, Hackney
The Pub On The Park, Martello Street
The Shacklewell Arms, 71 Shacklewell Lane
The Spurstowe Arms, 68 Greenwood Road
The Three Compasses, 99 Dalston Lane
The Victoria, 451 Queensbridge Road
Tommy Flynns Hackney, 418 Mare St
Yucatan Bar, Ridley Road, Stoke Newington
Nearby (167 options)
Biddle Brothers Builders Ltd., London E E5
Chapel Bar, London N N1
Poster, London N N16
Slice of Blue, London E E5
The Adam & Eve, London E E9
The Alwyne Castle, London N N1
The Anchor & Hope, London E E5
The Angel, London N N1
The Angel & Crown, London E E2
The Angelic, London N N1
The Army & Navy, London N N16
The Auld Shillelagh, London N N16
The Bar + Block, London N N1
The Beaten Docket, London NW N1
The Beehive, London N N1
The Big Chill House, London N N1
The Bill Murray, London N N1
The Birdcage, London N N16
The Bull, London N N1
The Camden Head, London N N1
The Camel, London E E2
The Canal 125, London N N1
The Canonbury, London N N1
The Carpenters Arms, London E E2
The Castle, London N N1
The Cellars, London N N1
The Central Station, London N N1
The Chapel Bar, London N N1
The Charles Lamb, London N N1
The Charlie Wrights International, London N N1
The Chesham Arms, London E E9
The Clapton Hart, London E E5
The Clissold Park Tavern, London N N16
The Coach & Horses, London N N16
The Commissary, London N N1
The Compton Arms, London N N1
The Crooked Billet, London E E5
The Cured, London N N1
The De Beauvoir Arms, London N N1
The Dead Dolls House, London N N1
The Draft House, London E E2
The Drapers Arms, London N N1
The Driver, London N N1
The Duchess of Kent, London N N1
The Duke of Cambridge (Riverford), London N N1
The Duke of Wellington, London N N1
The Dundee Arms, London E E2
The Eagle, London E E9
The Eagle, London N N1
The Earl of Essex, London N N1
The Elderfield, London E E5
The Electricity Showrooms, London N N1
The Elk in the Woods, London N N1
The Embassy, London N N1
The Empress (of India), London E E9
The Farley Macallan, London E E9
The Fellow, London N N1
The Florence of Islington, London N N1
The Florist Arms, London E E2
The Four Sisters, London N N1
The George & Vulture, London N N1
The Globe, London E E9
The Glyn Arms, London E E5
The Hanbury Arms, London N N1
The Hare, London E E2
The Hector & Noble, London E E9
The Hemingford Arms, London N N1
The Hemingway, London E E9
The High Water, London N N16
The Hope & Anchor, London N N1
The Hops & Glory, London N N1
The Howl at the Moon, London N N1
The Howling Hops Tank Room, London E E9
The Hoxley & Porter, London N N1
The Island Queen, London N N1
The Islington Tap, London N N1
The Jackdaw & Star, London E E9
The John Salt, London N N1
The Joker, London N N1
The Jolly Butchers, London N N16
The Kenton, London E E9
The Kings, London N N1
The Kings Arms, London E E2
The Kings Head Theatre Pub, London N N1
The Knowhere Special, Islington N1
The Lady Mildmay, London N N1
The Lauriston, London E E9
The Leconfield , London N N16
The Lexington, London N N1
The Library, London N N1
The Lion, London N N16
The Lion & Lamb, London N N1
The Lord Clyde, London N N1
The Lord Clyde, London N N1
The Lucky Voice, London N N1
The Macbeth, London N N1
The Marksman, London E E2
The Marquis Of Cornwallis, London E E2
The Marquis of Lansdowne, London N N16
The Misty Moon, London E E2
The Myddleton Arms, London N N1
The Nags Head, London N N1
The Narrow Boat, London N N1
The New Rose, London N N1
The North by Northwest, London N N1
The North Star, London N N1
The Old George, London E E2
The Old Queens Head, London N N1
The Old Shoreditch Station, London E E2
The Original Sin, London N N16
The Other Side, London N N1
The Owl & Pussycat, London E E2
The Perseverance, London E E2
The Pig & Butcher, London N N1
The Prince, London N N16
The Prince Arthur, London N N1
The Prince Edward, London E E9
The Princess of Wales, London E E5
The Proud Archivist, London N N1
The Radicals & Victuallers, London N N1
The Red Lion, London N N1
The Red Lion, London N N16
The Regent, London N N1
The Rochester Castle, London N N16
The Rodizio Rico, London N N1
The Rose & Crown, London N N16
The Rosemary Branch Theatre, London N N1
The Royal Forest, London E E5
The Royal Inn On The Park, London E E9
The Royal Oak, London E E2
The Royal Sovereign, London E E5
The Sager & Wilde, London E E2
The Salmon & Ball, London E E2
The Scolt Head, London N N1
The Scottish Stores (ex Flying Scotsman), London N N1
The Sebright Arms, London E E2
The Shakespeare, London E E2
The Spread Eagle, London E E2
The Stags Head, London N N1
The Star by Hackney Downs, London E E5
The Star of Bethnal Green, London E E2
The Star of Kings, London N N1
The Steam Passage, London N N1
The Talbot, London N N1
The Taproom, London N N1
The Tarmon, London N N1
The Thornhill Arms, London N N1
The Three Crowns, London N N1
The Three Crowns, London N N16
The Three Johns, London N N1
The Three Sisters, London E E5
The Tiger, London E E9
The Turnpike House, London N N16
The Victory, London E E2
The Weavers Arms, London N N1
The Well & Bucket, London E E2
The Wenlock & Essex, London N N1
The Wenlock Arms, London N N1
The Wheatsheaf, London N N16
The White Hart, London N N16
The White Swan, London N N1
The William IV, London N N1
The Winchester, London N N1
The Windsor Castle, London E E5
The York, London N N1
Upper House, London N N1
Work Bar, London N N1
Hackney DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Hackney 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 Hackney Central, Dalston, London Fields 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 Hackney. 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 Hackney 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 Hackney 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 Hackney, 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 Hackney.
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 Hackney 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 Hackney
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Hackney 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 Hackney? 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 Hackney are: - DJ Stef - Sound Division | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Hackney? 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 Hackney - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Hackney 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 £295 - £463 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 Hackney 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 Hackney and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Hackney? 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. |