Top Tips for Planning Wedding Reception Entertainment

Wedding receptions or anniversary parties are a great way for friends and family to celebrate and share in your happiness. There's nothing like rounding off such an occasion with everyone on the dance floor, enjoying the music and the atmosphere. A professional mobile disco is definitely the best option if you want your special day to really hit the mark.



As ever these days the first thing to consider is budget. Don't despair as a good entertainment company will work with what you have to accommodate different budgets and needs.



An experienced DJ will be so much more than someone who turns up on the night and plays some music. The celebration should be planned at the same time as everything else so find your DJ and get the date into his diary. You will find that their experience of previous events and venues can be very useful for your own party; they may even be able to offer you some constructive advice.



Once you have your basic guest list drawn up you need to find a venue that will cater for your numbers. Your disco package should include lighting but if you fancy some special effects then make sure your venue is aware in advance as there maybe restrictions, particularly with the use of smoke machines.



I met with DJ Sammy of SAN Entertainment, a company he set up nearly fifteen years ago, to find out his top tips. "We've worked on many weddings and anniversaries" he said, "and I like to get really involved, even down to getting my tuxedo on if that fits in with what the couple want. The planning of the playlist is very personal for a bride and groom, or a couple celebrating an anniversary. I would advise them to think about the songs that mean the most to them and give the DJ plenty of notice as nothing should be left to chance. Family celebrations tend to involve all ages so you'd need a good varied mix to keep everyone up and dancing. You could even have a karaoke element, what could be better than husband and wife singing a duet together!"



Many corporate DJ agencies have a large number of DJs all with their own specialties, using one of these agencies can really simplify your search for the right wedding reception DJ.



Never forget, it's your day and it should be perfect; so don't skimp on the organisation, no matter how much you're spending. Make the most of your professionals and work with people who care as much about your function as you do. Most of all enjoy the day, your party and the memories you'll keep forever.