The Best Wedding DJs in Washington, DC

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!

When you hire DJ Turnip, you’re getting someone who genuinely cares about your experience from start to finish. As a single dad and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, he brings a personal level of inclusivity and heart into every event he’s part of. Whether you have a clear vision or need help shaping one, your event gets a fully customized soundtrack designed around your style, your people, and your goals.

DJ Topedo & Company is a professional wedding DJ and videography company serving Maryland, DC, Virginia, and beyond! We produce fun dancing atmospheres thanks to our incredibly creative DJ talent, dynamic lighting, superb sound quality, visual enhancements, and special effects! The memories you create on your big day will never fade because your cinematic highlight film will let you relive your special moments repeatedly!

We are a WOMAN-OWNED and run boutique DJ Agency. We don't provide a cookie-cutter DJ service. We custom design the music to suit you and your fiance. We avoid the corny typical DJ experience so you get exactly what you want to hear at your wedding. We understand that DJing your event involves the perfect combination of bringing fun energy, choosing just the right music and being prepared. We always bring love and FUN to every event we are part of. We fully customize all the music and curate the day so it perfectly matches you.

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.

I've spent the past 15+ years offering my musical knowledge to events all over the world. That experience translates to DJing weddings and events so seamlessly, from being able to read crowds and deliver exactly what you and your guests want, to managing logistics from the DJ booth in an effortless manner. Whether you want a folk-laden cocktail hour, a classic dinner playlist, or a modern dance party, let me be the one to provide the soundtrack to the most important day of your life!

"Raging dance party" is Maskell's style on the turntables; always beatmatching, mixing, and reading the crowd, while amplifying the atmosphere with a substantial, coordinated lighting show. Flat, all-inclusive rates. Huge lightshow included free. No travel fee up to 12hrs from DC when practical.

Kelton Higgins is a multi-award-winning DJ based in Washington, DC and Brooklyn, NY. Flawless mixing and a vast knowledge of music combined with exceptional planning and organizational skills ensures each event is a tailored experience. Specializing in weddings (ceremony, cocktails & receptions) and private event entertainment you can be assured your working with one of the absolute best. If you need a DJ who can play ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you want - then Kelton is the one for you.

Based in the nation’s capital, DJ D-Mac & Associates changed the wedding DJ game nearly 20 years ago. We continue to innovate, fusing genres, filling dance floors, and bringing smiles to faces. Let's create an unforgettable experience together!

24k Event Band is THE DMV's ultimate entertainment experience. Quick to respond, flexible, personable, with outstanding vocals, musicians and leadership, your party will be the one to beat. 24k is a premium experience from the first call to the very end. It is our goal to make certain we meet your expectations and will work with you to create your vision in every way. We couldn't be more proud to share this band with the DMV, and I know you will be as thrilled as I am, from the first organizing steps to the last note! Recent news: 24k is proud to have been chosen as the entertainment for the Washington Performing Arts Gala in 2026!

Lolo is a professional cellist based in Washington DC who has played at Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center, for celebrities including John Williams and Kobe Bryant, and for the Embassies of Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina. She works with the best musicians in the DC area to form small ensembles for weddings. SERVICES OFFERED: Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, Reception music. ENSEMBLES: Cello Solo, Duo (cello/violin or cello/guitar), Trio (cello/violin/viola), String Quartet (2 violins, viola, cello). Custom ensembles are available upon request

Dedicated to making your wedding a memorable event with over 10 years experience in the wedding industry, DJ Reece has provided the utmost superior services throughout Washington, DC and surrounding areas. Providing complete satisfaction for your special day, DJ Reece is a fully insured company committed to making your wedding day as stress free as possible. Planning the specifics of your wedding has never been easier with Reece’s extremely helpful Cloud Wedding Planner included free of charge. From specifying the first dance song choice and scheduling appointments to making payments, DJ Reece makes it convenient for you!

SpeechLess is a boutique entertainment group with dedication to musical excellence and five-star service. Whether you need a jazz ensemble for your holiday party, strings for your wedding ceremony, or a high energy band and DJ for your reception, SpeechLess has you covered. SpeechLess has performed for numerous household names including Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steph Curry, and Earth Wind & Fire. Corporate clients include Salesforce, Bloomberg, Stella Artois, and Mercedes Benz. We've performed at the Conrad Washington DC, Belle Haven Country Club, and the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown.

The best DJs, lighting and photo booth services in DC, Maryland, Virginia, Philadelphia & NYC. From weddings to private events Marquee Artists combines club-level DJ skills with a decade of private event expertise. We pride ourselves on being friendly, professional, fun, communicative and extremely flexible. Most importantly, we know how to throw amazing parties while tailoring them to your tastes.

🌙 DJ Nightvision A live mix DJ and music curator delivering energy-driven sets throughout the week. Salsa Tuesday Ladies Night Wednesday Throwback Thursday New Music Friday (Artist Spotlight Night) House Music Saturday Sunday Brunch Vibes From Hip Hop and R&B to Afrobeats, Reggaeton, House, and Latin rhythms, every mix is intentional and built for real moments. New Music Friday is a live showcase for emerging rappers, singers, and spoken word artists. Submissions welcome. 📩 Bookings & Submissions: 🎧 New live sets weekly Built for the culture. Focused on legacy.

Lucy Black Entertainment is a women and musician-owned, bespoke luxury events company based in the Washington, D.C. area, and available worldwide. With over 20 years of experience, we specialize in live and virtual entertainment for weddings, social, and corporate events. We own and manage several in-house acts, including Lucy Black Luxe, Lucy Black House Band, Lucy Black Electric, DC String Machine, and a variety of instrumental combos. With a full in-house production team, we can cover all sound, lighting, and video needs. In addition, we have a network of partner bands, DJs, dancers, acrobats, and much more!

Harp music adds a touch of sophistication to any event. With years of experience performing for hundreds of weddings, parties and other special events, Melissa caters to your musical wishes to provide the lavish and elegant atmosphere you've been dreaming about for your special day. Melissa can perform in a variety of settings as a soloist or with duos, trios and other ensembles. She has performed for countless events in the Washington DC area.

After studying at the Longy School of Music and George Washington University for harp, I love playing for people's special events. I'm located in the Washington, DC area specializing in proposals, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and ceremonies in DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Mike Heuer is a seasoned professional in event performance, specializing in solo, duo, and full band entertainment. With over a decade of experience, he's an accomplished performer with a 200+ song repertoire, including an array of original music. For those seeking genuine, soulful entertainment with a professional demeanor - Mike delivers!

Knightrin Entertainment's vision is to create a lifetime of memories through event entertainment. An event entertainment solution that provides customized service at a high standard of professionalism, providing a DJ experience that is significant and personal to unite and create fusion mixes covering multi-generations and cultures that raise the energy of an event to a positive and inclusive one.

Electrifying, riveting, simply on fire! These are just a few quotes from reviews of Nightsong, one of the hottest and most well-respected dance bands in the country. With past and present satisfied clients such as the International Monetary Fund, The NFL, Marriott Intl., Frito Lay, The Preakness (to name a few), and countless weddings/private events in the DC/Baltimore area and beyond, Nightsong has become the "go-to" for clients and event planners seeking high energy, world-class musicianship, and a level of professionalism that puts events "over the top!

Performing in the entertainment industry is not only my profession, it is my joy. I have worked with top selling artists from the past, performed on cruise ships for a decade, and so much more. My wide range of experience allows me to be able to guide clients with full confidence. From DJing, bands, solo piano and karaoke, you’ll be sure to have a wonderful event, no matter your budget or vision.

Free Spirit is the number one choice in the Washington DC and Baltimore areas for dance music, with a wide variety of tunes designed to keep your feet moving. The key to a memorable wedding reception, corporate party, fundraiser, or political event, is a band that brings a high-energy, customized set list, with great visual effects and crowd interaction.

Round Midnight’s trademark is versatility. From the classic elegance of swing, to the driving funk of today’s dance grooves, ‘Round Midnight’s trio of lead vocalists infuses your event with energy, enthusiasm and unparalleled musicianship. The band’s smooth vocal harmonies, powerful rhythm section and optional trumpet and trombone, will keep your guests on the dance floor… long past Midnight.

DC Synergy features young, hip, and energetic entertainers who perform the latest songs on the charts along with the best dance tunes from the past 40 years. Featuring 7 to 10 pieces (one male and two female vocalists, guitar, drums and keyboards, trumpet and saxophone), the band can even provide a DJ service for every event so that all song requests are honored. Optional percussionists and additional singers and horns are available as well. If you are planning a party and you need continuous music that is perfect for everyone, DC Synergy may be just the perfect band.

Bemcha is a Latin jazz ensemble that prides itself in both adding the feeling, rhythm and language of jazz to latin standards as well as in adding the latin and afro-cuban rhythms and feeling to jazz standards. Bemcha has performed at such venues as The Smithsonian, Brookland Festival, Adams Morgan Day Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Downtown holiday Market, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Tuscana West, fusion Lounge, Havanna Village, Tacoma Station, La Lomita Dos, Epicurean & Co and more. Latin styles performed by the band include but are not limited to: Jazz, Salsa, Cha Cha, Bossa, Samba, Mambo, Rumba, Tango, Boleros.

SRO, the Scott Ragsdale Orchestra is a unique society dance orchestra based in Washington, DC, specializing in classic dance music from the 1920s-30s-40s to the new millennium. Extremely versatile, made up of current and former members of the premier US military bands of Washington, DC, SRO performs as a core 5-pc. to a small orchestra with fabulous vocals, horns and strings. All music is expertly arranged for each event by leader/trombonist, Scott Ragsdale, former Chief Arranger of the United States Navy Band.

Ray handpicked the first 8 members, rebranded the band as Big Ray and the Kool Kats, had a rehearsal or 2, recorded a demo and almost immediately the band found itself with almost more work than it could handle. 8 guys traveling around, throwing the equipment into Ray’s conversion band and playing everything from outdoor concerts to nightclubs to fraternity parties, each all the while holding down full time day gigs.

The JoGo Project is an ensemble of musicians who all come from different backgrounds to create a fresh fusion sound that appeals both to the mind and the body. Founded in 2014 by Chuck Brown alumnus Elijah Balbed, the group features several other DC natives as well as graduates from Howard University who have since claimed DC as their home. The JoGo Project has been known to bring audiences to their feet – so if you book this band, be ready to dance!

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Staying at the apex of the mid-Atlantic region’s competitive blues and roots music scene for a career that spans three decades isn’t easy. But that’s what the Bad Influence Band has done — even while extending their reputation across the country thanks to wildly entertaining, high-energy performances, extensive airplay and three well-received albums.