The Best Jazz Bands for Weddings in Mankato, MN

The Best Jazz Bands for Weddings in Mankato, MN

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22 Wedding Bands & DJs in Mankato, MN

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Bluewater Kings Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Mankato, MN

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

We were thrilled with the Bluewater Kings Band for our wedding! Owen was fantastic to work with - he was prompt, organized, and enthusiastic in his communication. We splurged on adding a sax player and were so glad we did - it really brought an extra layer of talent and fun. The band absolutely nailed our preferred musical vibe. As soon as the music started, the dance floor filled up and stayed packed all night long! The set list matched our taste perfectly. The band brought a highly professional yet fun energy that kept the party going. Their musicianship was top-notch and their song selection had something for all our guests to enjoy. We felt like royalty celebrating with the Bluewater Kings Band behind us - choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our big day!
Amanda S., 4 months ago
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DJ Sound Productions & Entertainment, LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $675
  • Serves Mankato, MN

We specialize in making your wedding day the most epic celebration ever since 1998! Our passion for excellence is what sets us apart from the rest. We don’t do boring here – our tailored approach means that we cater to your unique style and preferences, creating a wedding that’s as unique as you are making it the most unforgettable experience imaginable. We provide a professional and polished performance that will keep your guests on the dance floor all night long. A DJ Sound Productions wedding is what every Bride desires! So what are you waiting for? Let’s create the wedding of your dreams and make it a party that nobody will ever forget!

We had not one, but TWO other DJs cancel on us. We were getting deflated, frustrated, and losing money on DJs that would take our deposits and run. We even tried a "popular" service to find, it was a horrible match. The other, took outlr deposit and never spoke to us again. So for the 3rd try, (sadly shoulda went with them first) we called back these guys. We did check them out at first, but we're convinced cheaper was better. Nope. We learnt a lesson, a hard lesson. DJ Sound and Luke took us in battered, beaten, feeling defeated, and turned it all around. The planning with then made us feel at ease, and comfortable, and safe. They got our ides onto the forms, and the DJ was outstanding. It's like he knew our families and had the perfect songs picked and played. I'm not sure how they do it....but every time I reied to get off the dance floor, I had to turn around and gat back on because another awesome song was starting to play. Because I was on the dance floor all night with my friends, I missed some family connections, but I don't care, I'll see them at the holidays......it was MY night! DJ Sound taught me a few things. Patients, that great isn't cheap, and cheap isn't great, and that actually, they they were able to show my and my fiance love when we were beat down, hopeless, and discouraged. No jusgement from them, not even any talk about the other guys, they just hit the ground running. This company and all their employees are a blessing and we couldn't be more thank full. Highly recommend, but most of all, thank you for everything, it was an epic day.....just like you guaranteed!
Maria and Z., 2 months ago
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DJ Services By Paul Young 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $695
  • Serves Mankato, MN

I’ve done over 3000 weddings, and this experience pays off in many ways, from musical knowledge to skills required to mix the music in exciting ways. As I “read the room” I take requests, and time the playing of each track based on YOUR taste in music- I guarantee to follow your “must play” list, “do not play” list. Unlimited, personal planning time is included with me, personally, who will be your actual DJ (not a subcontractor).

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Paul was very communicative and friendly. He was very helpful in planning the whole day! We booked him for the ceremony and reception and he did a great job! He was also very flexible when my anxiety as the bride decided to change a couple things up last minute and not do the shoe game and move up the first dance. He took requests and even played songs that I didn't even know existed when he was asked. My husband and I asked for a specific song that meant a lot to us and he even was able to play that, even though the band is a small Minnesota band. His pricing is also very reasonable and I heard he was better than other DJs that have higher price points. Definitely recommend him!
Rachel B., 2 years ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Mankato, MN
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We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 25 years in budget friendly packages. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book any of these vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away a lot of the stress associated with planning your wedding! We are available nationwide including your area!

I have now been to two events that A Better DJ & Photographer were hired for. One was a wedding. They kept the crowd dancing for hours, they were fun! The other time was a 20th anniversary party - once again, they made it fun for everyone that attended.
P. H., 4 months ago
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GenerationNOW Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Mankato, MN

You have enough things to worry about at your wedding than finding the right playlist people can dance to. Not only that, it's hard to find the right DJ that will be professional, fun, and read the crowd. With unparalleled personal one-on-one service with your specific wedding DJ months out from your event, we’ll create a custom wedding playlist that speaks to your style and taste that you typically don’t hear played at other weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
GenerationNOW were great to work with in planning for our wedding. We knew we wanted the best DJ we could find to ensure our wedding was a party all night long! DJ Mad Mardigan delivered just that! The dance floor was packed the entire night, as he played hit after hit. Guests repeatedly commented that it was the best wedding party they had been to! And many commented that their feet were sore the next day...the sign of a great night of dancing! And do yourself a favor - get the cold sparklers! They added an extra special touch of cool to the night!
Jeremy & D., 2 years ago
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Ever After Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Mankato, MN

BEST. WEDDING. EVER. You’ve waited for your wedding day for a long time. Now, it’s going to be a reality! Your wedding DJ at Ever After Entertainment will customize the music to fit you. Our preparation starts early with our on-line wedding day planner. Let us know what songs you like – we’re not here to judge. We also do so much more than just play music, we inject life into the party.

We had Aikong as our DJ for our wedding, he made sure everything ran smoothly and even volunteered to help us with anything we may have needed day of. He called us week of just to clarify songs and entrances to make sure it was what we wanted. Everything was absolutely perfect! I even had some family members come up and tell us he was the best DJ they’ve ever seen. The day could not have been any better. Thank you Aikong for making sure everyone had the best time!!
Mikayla W., a year ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mankato, MN

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a musical entertainment company that offers an unrivaled musical experience for clients around the country. We currently service over 25 metropolitan areas throughout the lower 48, and provide musical entertainment for hundreds of events every year. Our past clients include The United Nations, Lockheed Martin, Nationwide Auto Insurance, The Shell Oil Corporation, and many more. No event is too small or large for us. Louis Pettinelli Entertainment has musical ensembles that range from a soloist to a 15 piece party band, and everything in between!

I was blown away by the talent of the musicians, they really take their craft seriously. I requested a Roaring Twenties theme from Louis Pettinelli and they went above and beyond to make it happen. The singer Karlea was phenomenal and did an amazing job of keeping our guests engaged and entertained. The musicians were all courteous, professional, and exceptionally talented. They dressed appropriately for our wedding theme and many of the guests at the Hawthorne Hotel wanted to take pictures with Karlea in her Twenties attire. In addition to being a wonderful experience, they were also a great value for the price. These are top quality musicians and we paid a reasonable price for the band. I highly recommend this group for your wedding.
Rochelle P., 3 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Mankato, MN

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

Felix & Fingers was the best addition to my wedding! We had a BLAST. It’s the best mix between a live band and sing along karaoke (but you don’t want your uncle to get the mic, you know?). They did beautiful ceremony music, incredible sax jazz during cocktail hour to keep it classy. Then, they kept everyone engaged and entertained for the reception, from my aunt in a walker to my college friends twerking. We danced the night away but lost our voices from screaming along with the songs too. 10/10 you can’t go wrong with dueling pianos - DJs and wedding bands are out, Felix & Fingers is IN!
Kelsey S., 9 months ago
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DJ BRETTLY 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Mankato, MN

Welcome to DJ Brettly’s award winning, highly reviewed world of premier entertainment! Based in La Crosse, but, travels throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa, DJ Brettly is your ultimate choice for unforgettable weddings. With exceptional experience and dedication, DJ Brettly ensures your special day is both flawless and memorable. Whether you're planning the wedding of your dreams or seeking a seamless event experience, DJ Brettly’s impeccable music, engaging presence, and personalized touches set the stage for an extraordinary celebration. DJ Brettly is alsoDJ at Stadium View, Legends, Icon, The Glenwood and more!

DJ Brettly was incredible as our wedding DJ. He took such care in preparing for our big day and on the day of did everything we wanted. We got SO many compliments from guests and our other vendors on how amazing he was, and everyone was on the dance floor the entire night. He went above and beyond for us and I cannot recommend him enough! We have already referred him to two other friends getting married next year
Courtney L., 4 months ago
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Golden Touch DJ Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Mankato, MN

Welcome to Golden Touch DJ, where Minnesota DJ Bill Young has dazzled guests of weddings and many other events in the Twin Cities (and surrounding area) for more than 15 years. Bill’s journey as a DJ started years ago when he was a professional dancer. Also born into a musical family, Bill instinctively knows how to get a crowd going—reading people and intuitively choosing songs to get them out of their chairs and onto the dance floors until the party’s over.

I would highly recommend Bill from Golden Touch DJ. He was super attentive to details from start to finish, and had many helpful suggestions. We were thrilled with his services and had a very fun wedding reception with Bill leading the event!
Andrea & G., 3 years ago
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Instant Request DJ Entertainment 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Starts at $985
  • Serves Mankato, MN for additional fees

Instant Request DJ prides themselves on providing a service that is customized, tasteful, and fun. With their detailed and valuable online event-planning tool, couples can personalize their options to suit their individual needs. They will help answer questions and discuss options leading up to the wedding. Couples will review the entire plan of the day with their handpicked DJ. Their DJ package includes the emceeing and organizing the night of the event. With over 40 years of experience and stellar reviews they have proven themselves a reliable and award-winning company.

We were thrilled with Instant Request DJ Entertainment for our wedding! Their communication throughout the planning process was diligent, efficient, and clear - they responded promptly to emails and kept us updated every step of the way. On the big day, the quality of their work and value was perfect. The DJ (Tevin) kept our guests entertained with an upbeat mix of songs that had everyone dancing. They read the room perfectly and played all the right tunes to keep the party going. We gave them some guidance on the type of music we like but allowed them flexibility to gauge the mood. Guests raved about the great mix and many highlights included the perfect dinner playlist along with fun dancing tunes later in the evening. We would highly recommend Instant Request DJ Entertainment to any engaged couple looking to have an stress-free, smooth planning process and a fun, entertaining reception!
Aunie A., 4 months ago
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DJ Mitch Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Mankato, MN for additional fees

Hi, my name is Mitch! I grew up surrounded by music. I started playing saxophone in 5th grade and pretty much from then on music has encompassed my life. After graduating from college with a music degree and working in customer service for over 3 years, the thought of combining my passion for music and love of serving people always sounded too good to be true! My number one goal is to help you craft an unforgettable wedding, one note at a time! How do I do that? by getting to know you and catering to your likes and dislikes! Also with my secret weapon! (my saxophone)

We cannot express enough praise and gratitude for Mitch! We had the privilege of working with him for our wedding on 7/6/24. From preplanning meetings to the wedding day, Mitch was extremely on top of everything to ensure our wedding day ran smoothly. He also communicated with our other vendors on the day of the wedding to ensure everyone was on the same page! When we had our live acoustic guitarist back out somewhat suddenly, we reached out to Mitch for references. To our surprise, he offered us an even better idea to have him play sax and a friend play guitar at the ceremony. All of our guests absolutely loved it and it brought a really special feel to the ceremony. On top of that, the energy he brings to MCing got our guests super excited and involved! Part of our package included having Mitch play Sax at the reception… JUST DO IT! It was so fun having him jump on the dance floor and interact with our guests! Mitch made our wedding a day to remember for all, and we cannot recommend him enough. Thank you DJ Mitch!
Shae B., 4 months ago
Harmon Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Mankato, MN for additional fees

Harmon Entertainment is the ultimate DJ service in the Midwest area. Offering MC/DJ packages, lighting, photobooths, and even videography we can build the ultimate experience for you and your wedding. Our DJs are trained to create an epic dancefloor no matter what and we guarantee your guests will be saying "That was the best wedding reception....ever!"

I got married on June 15, and Mason was our DJ. He was absolutely amazing and made our wedding so much fun! I highly, highly recommend him. From our first meeting to the big day, he made everything so easy. We had multiple meetings to go over every detail, even things I hadn’t thought about (and I’m definitely Type A). So many friends and family members came up to me during and after the wedding to say how great he was and to ask for his information for future events. I honestly don’t have a single negative thing to say about him. Mason even got on the dance floor to teach some dances and was constantly helping with other wedding-related tasks besides the music, like making a schedule, helping with our slide show, watching over our raffle stuff and keeping it safe, helping tear up tickets, and so much more. I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else there for that day! He was fantastic on the mic, keeping the energy high and ensuring everyone had a great time. The dance floor stayed full the entire night which was definitely a fear of mine but EVERYONE danced ALL NIGHT! Mason truly did an amazing job. If you’re looking for a DJ, I promise you, Mason is your guy!
Emily B., 4 months ago
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The Salamanders 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Mankato, MN for additional fees

High-Energy, Top-Class Live Party Band For hire for parties, corporate functions, city celebrations, weddings, & more. The Salamanders is one of the top live party bands in the world! With two of the most talented lead singers in the industry backed by nationally-acclaimed musicians, The Salamanders have a flawless sound and radiant energy that will keep your guests dancing all night long. From ceremony music to cocktail hour entertainment, first dance through the reception & dance party, The Salamanders are the live wedding music band of choice for venues and planners across the United States! Ask about our horn section for additional beauty

Absolutely amazing!!! People at our wedding still talk about them a month later! They not only brought great positive energy but were so sweet and kind to work with. They heard all of our requests and took them all into account. They were not only amazing to us but all of our family and friends. Would HIGHLY recommend. Also working with Utah Live Bands was one of our easiest vendors to work with - Stephen Tobian was always so responsive it was great for planning from afar! Book these guys early though they fill up fast!
Nina, a year ago
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DJ Joe 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Mankato, MN for additional fees

Are you searching for a seasoned DJ to make your wedding a memorable one? Look no further! I'm DJ Joe, with over 20 years of experience, I have successfully rocked weddings, events, and nightclubs throughout Minnesota. As a versatile DJ well-versed in all genres of music, I know how to create the perfect atmosphere . You can trust me to effortlessly mix music, keeping your guests on their feet and the party going all night long. Additionally, with my exceptional emcee skills, I will ensure that your event flows smoothly from start to finish.

DJ Joe kept all of his promises and was super easy to work with. He kept the party going all night, his footprint didn’t take up a ton of space and his equipment all worked flawlessly. Terrifically nice guy and I highly recommend him!
Dayne H., 7 months ago
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Complete Weddings + Events Rochester (DJ) 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $545
  • Serves Mankato, MN for additional fees

Our great Wedding DJs here at Complete Weddings + Events Rochester can entertain any generation and create the ideal experience for different types of events, from your elegant wedding, to a 40th birthday party, or a corporate holiday party. Our DJs not only create a custom musical experience, but they are also professionally trained emcees helping an event flow smoothly with little to no interruptions or issues. They handle all announcements necessary to the event so the bride and groom or event staff don't have to worry about a thing!

We had a great experience working with our wedding DJ from Complete Weddings Events Rochester. His communication throughout the planning process was wonderful - he responded in a very timely manner and made sure we were on the same page about the music and flow of the reception. He was a total professional the day-of, keeping our reception fun and moving along smoothly. He has such an outgoing, personable style that our guests really enjoyed interacting with him. He didn't just play music - he was hands-on, helping out in any way he saw fit to make sure our guests were engaged and having a blast. His music choices were spot-on and he kept people dancing all night with his hilarious emcee style. We got so many compliments about how fun our DJ was and how smoothly everything ran thanks to him. We'd highly recommend him for keeping the energy up at your wedding or event with his professional yet laidback demeanor.
Morgan H., 2 months ago

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About wedding bands & DJs in Mankato, MN

How much do couples usually pay for wedding music in Mankato, MN?

Live bands typically range from $450 to $18,500, averaging at $5,000. DJs range from $395 to $2,100 and average at $1,200. You can also book music for your ceremony only, starting at $100!

Ultimately, the cost will depend on the number of hours booked, and in the case of live bands, how many musicians are in the band.

Do bands and DJs typically play the entire party from start to finish?

It depends! 92% of bands and DJs in Mankato, MN cover cocktail hour and 88% will play for the ceremony, in addition to the reception. 85% offer services for the after party if you’re having one!

Do most bands learn new songs if you ask them to?

62% of bands in Mankato, MN will learn new songs! Make sure you ask about the lead time they need to learn and rehearse something new.

What are the most popular bands and DJs in Mankato, MN?

The most popular bands in Mankato, MN are Louis Pettinelli Entertainment, Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Bluewater Kings Band. The most popular DJs are Trustworthy Music Dj, DJ Services By Paul Young and Lens On Records Llc.

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