Live Band vs. DJ Services in Chicago: Which Is Right for Your Reception?
Need DJ services in Chicago or a band? Compare cost, vibe, and variety to find the perfect wedding reception entertainment match.
December 18, 2025
Chicago, IL DJ Services Blog
How to Choose the Perfect Wedding DJ Services
Choosing the perfect wedding DJ services can make or break your special day. The right DJ doesn’t just play music; they set the tone, manage the flow of events, and keep guests entertained all night long. At An Enchanted Evening, we understand how crucial it is to select a DJ who can transform your wedding
June 17, 2024
Top 10 Wedding Songs That Your DJ Can Play
Music has the power to bring people together and create a sense of community and belonging. When people sing and dance together, they can feel more connected, making it easier and more fun to celebrate something together. That is why having music at your wedding is so important! Even when guests don\’t know each other, music can
May 3, 2022
Dancing the Night Away: 6 Tips for Choosing the Best Wedding DJ
Entertainment is one of the most important parts of your wedding day. It helps to set the tone of the event and creates memorable experiences for you and your guests. According to recent research, music affects our brains in many ways. It can ignite emotions, movement, and pleasure, tapping into certain areas of our brains.
September 20, 2021
5 Things to Consider When Hiring a Chicago DJ for Your Outdoor Wedding
Hiring a Chicago wedding DJ for an outdoor wedding involves a few more steps, but it doesn’t mean you can’t find the DJ of your dreams. It does mean you should add these simple steps to your wedding planning checklist. Permits and Curfews Permits and curfews can play an important part in an outdoor wedding
June 25, 2020
Your Guide to Hiring the Best Chicago Wedding DJ
For any couple drafting a wedding budget, the cost of a DJ may the top question, but it shouldn’t be the only question. Here’s a few more questions you should ask when finding the right wedding DJ—and the answers that connect you to the best Chicago wedding DJ for your special day. What is included
April 30, 2020
Wedding Playlist: 5 Ways to Choose the Perfect Wedding Reception Songs
The perfect wedding playlist should more about quality instead of quantity. Instead of asking, “how many songs do DJs play at weddings?” (the answer is typically 15 per hour), think more about the wedding reception songs you want included in your playlist. Make a list of “special” wedding songs. The most logical place to start
June 26, 2019
What is included in a wedding DJ cost?
Budgeting funds for a wedding DJ can feel like a guessing game full of questions. How much does a good wedding DJ cost? What services does a wedding DJ offer? How do I find a wedding DJ that keeps my guests on the dance floor without busting the budget? Hiring the Right Wedding DJ Every
April 16, 2019
Ways to Find (and Hire) a GOOD Wedding DJ
A fantastic night of dancing at your wedding reception is about more than music. Planning an epic wedding reception is not difficult, but it does require hiring a few quality vendors. An excellent photographer, a great videographer, an awesome wedding venue for pictures, an over-the-top wedding bar—they all play a part in creating the perfect
January 18, 2019
Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring Your Wedding DJ
You’ve decided to hire a DJ for your wedding reception. Good choice! The next step is to sift through your options and choose the right DJ for your big day. As you sift through your options, make sure you avoid the pitfalls of hiring a sub-par DJ that doesn’t fit with your budget or your
January 4, 2018