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51 Wedding Bands & DJs in Portland, OR

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Heartbeat Events 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves Portland, OR

I’ve been in the wedding industry since 2017, starting as a DJ where my passion for connecting with people and creating unforgettable experiences led me to wedding planning. I’m a professional planner, DJ, officiant, and bartender with extensive experience in venue management, which helps me ensure every detail is flawless. I specialize in making each wedding unique, blending my expertise in entertainment and coordination to craft events that truly reflect each couple’s vision. I stay current with trends by attending annual conferences and love bringing joy to every celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rhiannon and her team are BEYOND amazing. At first I hired her because we needed a DJ and having a woman DJ sounded like she’d know exactly what I wanted to hear and how to feel out a room. But then, I needed a coordinator. I was already overwhelmed with a wedding when you have 2 sets of divorced parents and BOOM Rhiannon could do that! She was so consistent and made me think of things I honestly didn’t realize I should think of. Anytime I had a question or any anxiety she would take it away because she knew what she was going. Last minute our officiant couldn’t come to the wedding, and guess who was ALSO an officiant?! Honestly, I’m so grateful for her whole team. I wasn’t anxious on my wedding day, I showed up, married the man I love, and danced the night away. Dont second guess this team, you will not regret them!!
Ashley Y., 2 years ago
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All Requests Live 
Rating: 4.7 (14 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $440
  • Serves Portland, OR
  • Offer

I grew up as a pastor's kid doing sound and music for my dad's church. Weddings, funerals and the like. I created the All Requests Live team to provide great services at an affordable rate. We would be honored to make your day great!

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not say more positive things about Dave and his business. The phone call leading up to the day was great and laid out all the options I had and made me feel like we would be on the same page with everything. He helped soo much with the flow of the day and transitioning from one thing to the next with ease. Our guests had so many nice things to say about him and loved his attitude and humor throughout the night. We got married at a lodge on Mt. Bachelor and he handled having to drive up there and back down in the dark so well. I literally can’t imagine things going any better than they went. We truly appreciate and feel so blessed for everything you added to our day. 10/10 would recommend to anyone.
Caitlin G., 3 years ago
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JR Music Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (72 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Portland, OR
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $2,000

JR Music Collective got its start with the simple idea of live music and DJ service from one vendor caught on across the region and the company began adding more musician/DJs to its roster. Oregon Bride Magazine first recognized JR Music Collective with an award in 2013. The collective has gone on to win awards every year since. We have a talented group of musicians and DJs waiting to make your day wonderful.

JR Music Collective made our music planning process so easy with their detailed questionnaire. The day of the wedding, our DJ / musician (Kelly) arrived on time and got all set up, making this process stress-free for my fiance and I. If I were to to this all again, I’d choose JR Music Collective again!
Johanna F., a year ago
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Stumptown Djs 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
Portland, OR
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500

I love my job. For me, it’s kind of two-fold. One amazing part of the job is knowing that you are part of a couple’s most memorable day of their life—and assuming it goes well, they will remember you for it for the rest of their life. The other part is that I get to run a business and listen to music—two of my deepest passions. So running a DJ company mashes it all together in one great package.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a wedding venue, we know the DJ can make or break the party, and Stumptown DJs consistently delivers an unforgettable experience. Their diverse roster, easy-to-use online system, and professional team make them a dream to work with. We've seen firsthand how they expertly curate the perfect atmosphere, keeping guests dancing all night long. Stumptown DJs are true professionals who go above and beyond to make every wedding reception a resounding success.
Sara O'Brien, 2 years ago
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Noteworthy Djs & Photo Booths 
Rating: 4.8 (11 reviews)
Portland, OR
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,899

For more than 10 years, Noteworthy DJs & Photo Booths has constantly sought out the friendliest, most engaging, fun, and professional people who love music to join our team. In fact, most of our DJs are musicians who perform regularly in the Phoenix, Portland, and Seattle areas. We combine top-tier people, DJ/MC training, wedding/event experience, and state-of-the art audio/lighting equipment to provide 5-star service.

Awarded Best of Zola
Noteworthy DJs & Photo Booths is simply the best wedding band and DJ service we've ever worked with. Their communication style is top-notch - they were responsive, organized, and a pleasure to work with from start to finish. The quality of their work and value is unparalleled. Joe Ebner, the lead DJ, was punctual, energetic, and professional, keeping the dance floor packed all night long. Their equipment and lighting were flawless, transforming our venue into an elegant, sophisticated space. We highly recommend Noteworthy DJs & Photo Booths for your wedding - they truly made our special day unforgettable.
Rachel M., 2 years ago
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DJ NOBLE 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Portland, OR
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500

I'm passionate about DJing because music has the power to create unforgettable moments—and there's nothing more rewarding than being the person who helps make those moments happen. At weddings, every song carries emotion, from the couple’s first dance to the last song of the night. I love reading the crowd, building the energy, and blending tracks to keep the celebration flowing seamlessly. It's more than just playing music—it's about creating a soundtrack that people will remember for the rest of their lives. That’s what drives me every time I step behind the booth.

From our first call with DJ NOBLE, we were impressed by his detailed, transparent, and thorough communication style. He took the time to really understand the vibe we wanted to create for our wedding and were enthusiastic and natural in how they brought that vision to life. Throughout the night, his great music selection and ability to keep the crowd energized and engaged was exactly what we had hoped for. He made a real effort to talk to our guests and ensure everyone was having a wonderful time. We couldn't be happier with the role DJ NOBLE played in making our special day so memorable.
Jessica G., 10 months ago
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PRGN.City LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Portland, OR
  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Offer

PRGN.City LLC is a small, family-owned business (husband and wife). We pride ourselves on outstanding service (with zero compromise). This business came about from a little over a decade of hard work by Theodore in the Theatre and A/V event industries. Years of exceptional team building and execution of large-scale events, as well as a longstanding background of being musically educated (brass, 12 years), performing, and teaching music, led us to finally formalize the business in this format. What started as a way to aid individuals with throwing events (with less than abundant resources) has slowly turned into recurrent events of all kinds.

Theodore was so kind and attentive to every single detail of our wedding from start to finish. He never failed to make all our requests come to life and really got to know us as a couple. We had some strict rules at our venue and Theodore was able to make a great set while still following all guidelines. He went above and beyond in every part of our wedding day and even offered to help setup/tear down before and after the wedding. We can’t recommend him enough!
Angelique A., a year ago
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Party Doctor LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Portland, OR
  • Production company
  • Starts at $5,000

NOTE: Don’t be misled into thinking all Mobile Event Companies are the same. We are your Luxury Event Consulting/Production Company. We've been informed that we are truly the best of our kind in the United States. Guaranteed. The Party Doctor Team can handle any event with the utmost professionalism. The Best Brands in the World never apologize for their Prices. "We do Extra because you Deserve Extra".

Awarded Best of Zola
Thank you Doc for making my event memorable. From beginning to end your service and communication was top notch. I highly recommend Doc for your next event hands down the best.
Peter, 5 years ago
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Lauren Guerin Violin 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Portland, OR
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $200

Lauren is a performer with 15 years of musical experience. With repertoire spanning from traditional Celtic music, to classical, film music, and even modern pop in an ever changing style. She creates a captivating performance for any audience. Her favorites include Bridgerton style pop covers, and classical solo violin. She can play any song requests! Come watch her bow dance across the strings and feel the passion of the music as you listen closely for your favorite tunes!

We booked Lauren last minute for a small dinner party at my local Wedding and Events Venue. She was a surprise for my family visiting from out of town. She went along with the surprise and even made playing a Celine Dion song happen for my mom. We really enjoyed the mix of classical and pop music that fit all the generations at the table. We concluded with happy birthday and she had great energy and just what we needed for our day! I will be reaching to The Fiddle Fairy again and hightly recommend her for any event!
Jenna L., 7 months ago
Fun Squad Djs 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Portland, OR
  • DJ
  • Starts at $999

First off, A big cogratulations on your engagement! There are so many vendors that make up a modern wedding. So may people forget that the DJ is positioned to set the tone of the reception. With a reputation for awesome planning help, superb digital sound that rivals all others our team of DJs love providing FUN events. Planning is so important so we have as many meetings as needed (at no charge) to make sure the reception is musically perfect.

Fun Squad DJs were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was great - when we forgot to update them on a time change, they fixed the problem for us effortlessly. The quality of their work and value was wonderful, and we truly appreciated all they did. It was a 100 degrees on our wedding day, so the lights we had paid for would have been useless, but Lane was sweet enough to set up an amazing audio guestbook instead that was a huge hit. Lane was amazing and picked up on us being funky people and met the vibe with the music immediately. We would highly recommend requesting him for your wedding!
Marissa C., a year ago
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Sweet Harmony Live Music: serving your local area nationwide! 
Rating: 5.0 (196 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $420
  • Serves Portland, OR

At Sweet Harmony, we love what we do! To us, it is a beautiful thing when we are playing music that helps you to feel the special moments of your life. We've grown fast since our founding in 2008, and Sweet Harmony now serves weddings across the United States with fine local musicians. As owner and pianist, I hold certain core values that inspire my work with our customers and our relationships in the professional world: honesty, teamwork, friendliness, strength, service, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence. Our musicians typically hold advanced degrees in music and care genuinely about bringing you the beauty of live performance!

Awarded Best of Zola
Having a violinist for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour was one of the best decisions that we made, and Sweet Harmony made it SO easy. They were communicative, professional, and had a platform that made choosing songs and getting organized a breeze. It was affordable as far as wedding add-ons goes and classed up the wedding, our guests were all excited and impressed. Our violinist was incredibly talented and added an incredible flair. We chose a hip hop theme he nailed it (classy but also super fun and energetic). My only regret is that we were so busy that we didn't get to stop and truly appreciate it as much as we should have. If you're reading this review to thing about booking, stop here and go for it, you won't regret working with Sweet Harmony
Bianca V., 2 months ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-PHOTO-VIDEO-BOOTHS 
Rating: 4.5 (119 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • DJ
  • Starts at $845
  • Serves Portland, OR

Your wedding deserves the perfect team — one that’s local, listens closely, and brings your vision to life. That’s us. At Direct Entertainment, we proudly serve couples across the U.S., combining the warmth of a hometown team with the reach of our National brand. Every Team brings the same energy, professionalism, and unforgettable memories — without the stress or the inflated prices. From your first message to your final dance, we make planning easy, transparent, and fun — no matter where love finds you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Direct entertainment LLC was just what I needed for my wedding a one stop shop! I was able to get my photographer Dave, Videographer Alex and DJ Chip all at one stop! All 3 were very friendly and accommodating! They discussed with me and helped me with the whole process! Very great to work with, just WONDERFUL!!
Crystal B., 2 years ago
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Golden Bell Music 
Rating: 5.0 (78 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Portland, OR
  • Offer

Golden Bell offers a unique musical blend that packs a high-energy punch! The DJ/live fusion band, or DJ/live band hybrid, is always anchored on a DJ set but supported by live musicians. With all the energy and hype of a live band and the flexibility of a DJ, you won’t have to decide between hiring a band or a DJ for your next event or wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Golden Bell is a MUST HAVE for your wedding! WOW we were blown away and so were our guests! Everyone kept commenting on how amazing the musicians were, the best wedding DJ ever! They brought so much energy to the dance floor, people were literally dancing the night away, which is what I really hoped for for our wedding! Our lead DJ Morgan was so awesome and communicative AND she rocked it on the clarinet and saxophone! And Maddie on the trombone was just incredible! I highly recommend Golden Bell to bring the party to your wedding!
Julianna T., a year ago
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NATIONWIDE Wedding DJs - A Better DJ And Photographer - HAS STAFF IN YOUR AREA! 
Rating: 4.7 (50 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $499
  • Serves Portland, OR

Congratulations, you have the rare opportunity to have one of the best wedding teams in the country at an amazing price for your big day. We have the budget friendly packages and prices that every couple wishes they had. Elevate your wedding celebration with our award-winning DJ-MC services, trusted by over 17,000 couples nationwide for more than 27 years! Our budget-friendly packages ensure that your wedding is not only fun for all your guests, but also stress-free. We also offer stunning wedding photography and HD video services, capturing every precious moment of your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
From their arrival and throughout our event, the team helped our wedding flow smoothly. Zach, Lana & Gabe were professional and friendly. Our guests enjoyed the music selection played by Zach. We got hundreds of photos expertly edited by Lana. Gabe made sure to capture every important moment on video. Overall we were happy with our experience and the value of our wedding package.
Zachary S., 5 months ago
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Portland, OR

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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Louis Pettinelli Entertainment was a true pro from start to finish. Their communication was excellent, and they were a pleasure to work with in the lead up to our wedding. On the big day, their talents shone through as they played our exact music playlist and did a fantastic job as the emcees, keeping the energy high and our guests entertained. They came dressed impeccably and had the perfect balance of fun and professionalism. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding band and DJ - they truly helped make our special day unforgettable.
Adriana M., a year ago
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High Fidelity Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portland, OR

Mobile DJ serving Oregon & Washington since 1987. I enjoy helping create a memorable and magical day for every client. My clients are like family. we spend quality time together to make sure every details is handled!

As a wedding planner, I highly recommend High Fidelity Entertainment DJ Craig. The communication with Craig was always quick, friendly, and thorough. The quality of their work and value they provided was superior - he truly brought amazing entertainment and were collaborative and creative partners throughout the planning process. Craig is an incredible DJ to work with, and having him there made my job as the planner so much easier. I will always keep High Fidelity Entertainment on my preferred vendor list.
Rhiannon, a year ago
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PDX DJs & PhotoBooth 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Portland, OR

PDX DJs is a wedding DJ and photo booth company based in Tigard Oregon but serving all of northwest Oregon and Southern Washington. Our DJs strike the perfect balance between professionalism and party! We understand that weddings are unlike any other type of event and we hire and train accordingly! All of our DJs live mix their music and are also fully trained MCs. Contact us today to find out why we're the best in the business!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a wonderful experience with PDX DJs & PhotoBooth, Musician for our wedding! The owner, Sean was great to communicate with leading up to our big day - very responsive over email and guided us with suggestions on making our day special. I was able to create a custom template for our Photo Booth and the guests had a lot of fun with various group shots. DJ Jesse brought great energy that kept our guests dancing all night long. I was able to create a play list that was on point for our taste and diverse age groups. Overall, they were easy-going and reasonably priced with no hidden fees. Music was so important to me for setting the tone of our wedding, and they absolutely delivered in contributing to a fun, memorable night!
Marcie O., 2 years ago
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Digital Hitz 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Portland, OR

Digital Hitz is one of the premiere DJ and event companies in the Pacific Northwest! With over 15 years in the industry, our DJs have created lasting memories at hundreds of weddings around the region. Our experience doing a multitude of events for different ages, cultures and musical tastes helps us tailor an event to your exact needs. Let us help you elevate your event with added enhancements to take your special day to a whole new level.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Digital Hitz, we were impressed by their effective and kind communication style. They were incredibly accommodating throughout the entire planning process, always available to answer our questions and provide helpful suggestions. On the day of our wedding, their top-notch equipment and amazing DJ skills kept the party going all night long. The way they seamlessly mixed songs and read the crowd was truly impressive - they knew exactly how to keep everyone dancing and having a great time. We are so grateful to Digital Hitz for helping make our special day unforgettable.
Kayla & D., 2 years ago
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Echoes of Ever After w/Steven Weaver 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portland, OR

Congrats on your engagement!!!! 💍🎉 I’m Steven Weaver, Owner + DJ of Echoes of Ever After, where every couple’s story becomes a soundtrack. From romantic ceremonies to packed dance floors, I bring professional-grade sound, seamless flow, and genuine connection to every event. Let’s create a night that feels completely you, from the first dance to the final song that nobody wants to end. 💫

As a day-of coordinator, I’ve worked with a lot of DJs and Steven is amazing to work with. Super friendly, super easygoing, and you can tell he really cares about what he does. One thing that stood out to me was how much thought he puts into the actual sound. Not just volume, but how the music hits the room, how the bass moves through the floor, how it all feels when you're actually dancing. It made all the difference! He kept the party going all night, and the dance floor stayed full from start to finish. You could see how much fun everyone was having. He read the crowd so naturally and kept the momentum going. Just all-around great vibes, super professional, fun, and genuinely invested in making sure everyone has a good time.
Sloane S., 10 months ago
Blue Wave Band 
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $1,980
  • Serves Portland, OR

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 Blue Waves are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Our talented and professional musicians have performed regularly with touring and recording artists including Aretha Franklin, Prince, Sting, Fruit Bats, Santana, and Stevie Wonder, as well as working and touring with numerous Broadway shows.

Blue Wave Band was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding! From the very first song to the final encore, the energy was off the charts. Everyone at our wedding could not stop raving about how incredible they were—the dance floor was packed all night long. If you want an unforgettable wedding party, hire Blue Wave Band immediately!
Cole R., a month ago
Harp with Melody 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Portland, OR

Choose Melody to play for your special day to add a touch of class that you and your guests will always remember! With a masters degree in harp performance from the Chicago College of Performing Arts and years of experience, she is the ideal candidate to play for your ceremony and/or reception. Her harp will look absolutely stunning in your venue, and her music will create the perfect atmosphere of beauty and refinement. Ask about a special setlist personalized just for you and your partner.

Melody was a perfect element to our wedding day! She attended the ceremony and cocktail hour. All the guests were impressed with her and loved the musical ambiance she created. Melody was professional, communicative, and problem-free! I highly recommend her for any event.
Pauline P., 7 months ago
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Skyline Event DJs 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Portland, OR

I’m Skylar, owner and DJ at Skyline Event DJs, serving couples across the Pacific Northwest. I’ve been DJing since 2006, and weddings are the heart of what I do—helping you turn your vision into a night that feels natural, fun, and unforgettable. From our first conversation to the last song, I’m hands‑on with timelines, music, and flow so you can relax and enjoy your day.

We can't say enough about Skyline Event DJs – they truly saved our wedding day when our original DJ fell through, and they stepped in without missing a beat. From our first conversation, they were upbeat, personable, and professional, taking time to understand exactly what we wanted and remaining flexible with our requests. Their setup was amazing, they hit all of our musical cues, and nailed the custom song remix we asked for, making for a forever memory. During the reception, they incorporated all of our notes from our planning meetings, but also showed real judgment by reading the room and prioritizing the vibe over our must-play list – which is what we'd asked them to do. Communication was a tiny bit slow at times, but we totally understood given some personal life events they had going on. Skyline Event DJs felt genuine and fun the whole night, and we'd hire them again in a heartbeat.
Christa K., 2 months ago
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Judson Walp-Guitarist 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $325
  • Serves Portland, OR

With over 30 years of experience, I specialize in providing live guitar performances tailored for weddings and corporate events. My music blends classical elegance with popular favorites, creating unforgettable atmospheres for any occasion. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, I customize each set to match client preferences, ensuring a seamless and captivating experience. Trusted by event planners and venues, I bring professionalism, passion, and artistry to every performance.

I work with Judd in a professional capacity and I can attest to his kindness, responsiveness, and passion for his craft. He is a true professional and I would recommend him to anyone looking to hire a talented musician in the Southern OR area.
Kelly Beeby, 5 years ago
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Dj Cutt Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Portland, OR

DJ Cutt Entertainment delivers a wide variety of DJ services to create a wedding experience you and your guests will remember for years to come. This team of professionals is dedicated to curating a one-of-a-kind experience for your wedding where you have creative freedom. They offer online planning that makes it easy to include your music requests and Spotify playlists (including a 'Do Not Play' list), itinerary, venue and vendor information, messaging, payment processing, and more! From a breathtaking and sentimental ceremony to a glamorous and vibrant reception, DJ Cutt Entertainment can bring the enjoyment you want for your special day.

Very impressed with DJ Cutt and their services! They were consistent in communication, responded to our questions promptly, listened to our requests, and definitely pulled it all off during our wedding; keeping everyone alive and dancing all night! Highly recommend working with them!
Cassidy B., 2 years ago
Silicon Forest Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • DJ
  • Serves Portland, OR

Craig has been performing as a mobile DJ for over 15 years now and still loves the craft and dedicates time regularly for practicing and staying up to date with current musical and wedding trends. He's an easy going MC with an ability to keep events of any size going smoothly.

I am a wedding photographer who has shot and worked hundreds of weddings, and I'm not being biased when I say, Craig with Silicon Forest Entertainment is the best DJ company I've ever worked with. He is extremely professional and incredibly confident on the microphone, which is a talent not everyone has. He knows music and can read a crowd so well. As another vendor, working with him is so smooth and he's incredibly considerate of the timing of each event with each vendor in mind. I always know that if I'm working a wedding with Craig, not only will the clients be thrilled, the guests will rave about the good time, and all of us vendors will work flawlessly as a team. I recommend him to all my wedding couples.
Dionne Kraus Photography, 2 years ago
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The Hook Club 
Rating: 5.0 (122 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Portland, OR for additional fees

Based in New York City, The Hook Club is one of the tri-state area's most exciting and unique wedding bands. Owned and operated by a tight-knit community of musicians, they are known for their attention to every musical detail and the professionalism they bring to every event. Their unconventional group has mastered the art of creating a great dance party that keeps guests on the dance floor all night and then humming the songs the next day!

Awarded Best of Zola
If we could give The Hook Club more stars, we would! Let me get my one gripe out of the way at the top here: I’m pretty sure the only reason my now husband agreed to a wedding celebration was to hire The Hook Club after seeing them at a friend’s wedding before we met. It was the only part of the wedding planning process he felt truly passionate about from the jump – we knew we wanted them before we even had a venue or date and went so far as to clear our potential dates with them before booking anything else. Fast forward, and Dan made the band planning process so supported and seamless that my husband’s one job went off without a hitch. The problem? Despite me planning every other single little detail of our three-day wedding weekend, the first thing that every single guest complimented (and still raves above, 1 month later) was THE BAND! But in truth, we wouldn’t have it any other way. We are absolutely ecstatic with our choice of hiring The Hook Club for our wedding. We did acoustic guitars for the ceremony, sax and tracks for cocktail and band and DJ for reception. THC was outstanding to work with from the jump. Dan is a wealth of knowledge and organization, and brings a calm, cool, collected vibe through every step of the planning process. Not to mention, he’s a great musician who can come discuss timeline with you while also playing the base day of :D. The process THC uses to help plan is smooth and clear. The communication was great throughout – we knew what to expect from the first planning call all the way up to some adhoc timeline changes day of. The band has an extensive repertoire and was able to take in our song, vibe, and timeline requests while also using their extensive experience to guide us along the way. The music carried the vibe throughout the day – from guitars at the ceremony to sax and tracks leading through cocktail hour and a mix of dance sets, slow dances, and expert MC’ing on the dance floor, we couldn’t get enough. So much so, that we extended the end time of the event just to have more fun on the dance floor with THC! Everyone was so nice, supportive, energetic and just brought their outstandingly talented A game and the absolute best vibe. The band got out on the dance floor with us, led us in call and response and a little choreographed proud Mary moment. Our first dance song is not a very common song, not only did THC learn it for us, but they provided us a track of their composition beforehand so we could practice the dance. You’ll see in the pictures my face when I first heard them play it – completely awestruck! That was pretty much my inner face the entire rest of the night in their presence. I have so many fond memories of engaging with THC throughout our wedding. If I could do it again, I’d hire THC without a second thought.
Amanda W., a year ago
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Cello Joe Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
  • Production company
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Portland, OR for additional fees

Create an unforgettable experience for your family and friends by hiring Cello Joe to play at your wedding! Take the stress out of planning and trust the music to a pro. From welcoming music before the ceremony, to the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing, Cello Joe can handle it all for you. From classical cello to alternative, funky, beatbox cello grooves to DJing a dance party, Cello Joe can perform for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and dance parties.

Awarded Best of Zola
What an amazing experience working with Joey. He was very thoughtful in curating the music for our day and I hope you find what you are looking for with him. I am a wedding vendor of 15 years as well doing hair, makeup and morning concierge. One of my past brides at one of my most favorite venues to work at is how I was introduced to Joey. After coming out of the hair room I love taking a moment to walk around the venue and there he was playing the cello along with some background music. I was hooked. I love that he was incorporating songs of today with the art of an instrument. I found it unique and something I wanted to showcase at my wedding. I didn’t want people to walk up to just music playing in the space, but an experience. Joey took the time to do 2 calls with us, one being over the phone and the second being over zoom. He came with a detailed questionnaire of how we wanted our wedding to go. It was so detailed that even a music mood girl I didn’t even think of. The calls were scheduled for 30 minutes but he didn’t hesitate to chat with me for over an hour on how I wanted it to be curated. I had already started 2 wedding playlists, but he added and sent me 5 to 6 albums to fill out of songs I loved and wanted. I had over 10 hours of music to play and not only did he take those into consideration he added music that my guests also requested. He even accepted me saying change this song and only play the 10 year olds music every 10 songs He needed to set up in two spaces, one for the ceremony which was outside on our property. He was set up and playing by the time guests arrived. Everyone I spoke with loved the music selection, which I told him “Bridgerton vibes” and he ran with it. After the ceremony his assistant had music playing for the cocktail hour while they broke down the equipment in the ceremony area. I was blown away by the lights that were brought and the look of everything. Microphones worked for speeches and he even had a stand for those who wanted to use them. We didn’t do a traditional walk in but he announced us perfectly and we ran around the tables saying hello to our friends and family. I would recommend Joey to anyone looking to have an experience for their guests, have a DJ but also want strings all in one. He was professional, timely and for someone who did not have a day of coordination or planner very informative. I wanted vendors to do what they do best and I’m glad I trusted him to provide us with music throughout the day and night!
Melissa S., a year ago