Crimson Events


Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $300

Reception pricing

Prices start at $1,495

Packages

Prices start at $300

Category: DJ

Type: Solo DJ

Size of act: 1

Genres: Americana

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About Crimson Events

Crimson Events

Owner + Artist

Based in the vibrant heart of the Midwest (Chicago, Illinois) Crimson Events is the premier source for mobile entertainment in the private events industry. With over 20 years in the spotlight, we've earned a reputation as trusted, professional, and seasoned party experts, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience for your special occasions. From live musicians to top-tier DJs, professional audio setups to awe-inspiring special effects lighting, cutting-edge photo booths and custom music edits – we've got you covered.

We specialize in crafting unforgettable moments with uniquely awesome individuals who seek a refreshing and unforgettable experience. Crimson strives to redefine the art of celebrations and we can't wait to bring your next unforgettable party to life. Our mission is to guide you through the planning process, tailor every moment and melody to your vision, and provide all the essentials with one-of-a-kind enhancements for an epic party! It's personal to us and we're committed to infusing our experience, creativity and expertise seamlessly with your unique style and preference.

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Services

Services

  • Ceremony microphones and sound
  • Dance floor special effects
  • Dancefloor lighting
  • Event planning
  • Fog/Snow machines
  • Hear us live
  • Learning new songs
  • Master of ceremonies
  • Multiple location support
  • Music during breaks
  • Photobooth
  • Projector equipment
  • Sound system capability audience <300
  • Sound system capability audience >300
  • Sparklers
  • Stage design
  • Uplighting

Musical genres

  • Americana
  • Blues
  • Classical
  • Country/Folk
  • Disco/Funk
  • EDM/House
  • Jazz
  • Latin
  • Motown/Soul
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Rap/Hip Hop
  • Reggae
  • Rock

Event types

  • After party
  • Cocktail hour
  • Couples luncheon
  • Elopement
  • Engagement party
  • Farewell brunch
  • Other
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Wedding ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Wedding shower
  • Welcome party

Crimson Events packages

The Loop

Price$1,495

Description

Like an amazing night Downtown, there's something for everyone in THE LOOP. Lights. Sounds. Entertainment. An awesome cocktails, dinner and dancing experience including announcements, music and basic dance floor lighting. The party starts here.

The Lake

Price$1,995

Description

Everyone has a great time when they go to THE LAKE. Great vibes and great experiences with great people. This includes everything from THE LOOP package PLUS our Social Photo Booth and Intelligent Lighting package to match the energy of the room. Elevate your Entertainment.

The Hancock

Price$2,495

Description

THE HANCOCK offers a full day of services and fun production elements. Ceremony, Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing plus the extras for a truly amazing experience. Social Photo Booth, Intelligent and Room Uplighting. All of the moments. All of the toys. All for you.

Social Photo Booth

Price$500

Description

Customizable screens and colors. Create photos, videos, gifs, boomerangs, slow motion effects and more. Share them immediately via text, email or your social media pages. Live online portal for all your guests to view and share.


Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

37 reviews

  • HJ

    Hope J.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 13

    Wedding

    Drew was super easy to work with and very kind. He played great music the whole night and kept the dance floor alive just like we’d hoped for. He is also super flexible. He helped us with our ceremony when we had to make last minute adjustments and was easily able to pick up on the vibe of the night. My husband is military and for the final song he played a USA themed song in honor of my husband and his friends’ service. It was a perfect end to the night and everyone loved it. He also let us make last minute changes 2 nights before the wedding and executed it with perfection which we are extremely grateful for. The photobooth is also a must if you book with Drew. It’s super easy for everyone to use and a great way to get pictures with all your guests and create even more fun memories. Our guests were in it all night long if they weren’t on the dance floor. We cannot recommend Drew enough, if you need a DJ for an event book him!! 11/10.

  • OP

    Olivia P.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 1, 2026

    BEST DJ EVER

    Drew was absolutely phenomenal to work with! From the first phone call to the last and his wonderful performance at our wedding! I could not recommend Drew & Crimson Events more! He will literally do anything you ask him & make your event so magical. Thank you again for making our wedding so much more memorable!

  • KD

    Kelsey D.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 28, 2026

    Best DJ ever!

    Drew was absolutely amazing! Without a doubt I would recommend him to anyone! His communication leading up to the wedding was amazing! He has an app to use for all notes/ questions/ music. The app was very user friendly and hooks right up to Apple Music or Spotify. The day of the wedding Drew kept everything so smooth. He would come and keep us in the loop of what was coming next, how much time we had, and if we needed a break before the next dance or speech. His transitions with the songs were 10/10. He kept the dance floor alive all night! I got compliments all night on how amazing our DJ was. He really made the wedding night amazing! Would 100% recommend and use Drew again for special events.

  • MY

    Morgan Y.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 6, 2026

    summer wedding

    Drew was fantastic to work with, he was very prompt and professional. The app used to curate the night was easy to use and helpful with customizing the night to our vibe. Drew did fantastic with all the announcing and made sure time frames were met. Our main goal was spending time with guests and he took all the thinking out of it. He orchestrated the whole night perfectly. We love music and dancing, Crimson Events does an amazing job, we had such a blast at our wedding. TY!!

  • CB

    Courtney B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 5, 2026

    Amazing DJ Experience

    Drew with Crimson Events was truly one of the best decisions we could have made for our wedding. He made us feel comfortable and supported from our initial meeting where he really listened to what we wanted and asked good questions such as what we haven’t liked at other weddings or what level of involvement we expect a DJ to have in the wedding. After this initial attention to detail, we knew he was the DJ for us. Drew was extremely patient and kind throughout the whole planning process. He came to our final venue walk through which was awesome to meet him in person beforehand and he was super flexible with us because we were very delayed in letting him know the songs we wanted to use for the ceremony. He has a planning app which works great where you can input must plays, do not plays, etc and link the spotify music directly. We only filled this out the week of our wedding and Drew still knocked it out of the park. He made the logistics of the wedding flow very seamlessly and had all the right announcements and directions. And then most importantly, our wedding dance floor was incredible and more than exceeded our expectations. Drew played all of the songs we wanted and fed off the crowd. One of our friends told us that not a single song flopped and we agree. He kept the vibes up all night and truly made our wedding such a blast. We couldn’t be happier and would recommend him to anyone – thank you Drew!


We always look sharp, stylish and professional to match the elegance of your event. Let us know if it's a casual vibe, otherwise collared shirts for parties and custom-tailored suits for weddings. We also go to great lengths to keep our work area tidy, so we never detract from all of the hard work you've spent making your space look amazing.
We go above and beyond when it comes to taking care of our client’s needs and have the talent to back it up. We focus on the modern music experience and get to know you personally in order to deliver the best entertainment possible specific to your taste.
Of course! You are free to decide your level of engagement when selecting music. With Crimson, you get a personalized app to organize the music, moments and details. There are curated playlists to help when undecided for every aspect of the day and you can import existing playlists from your personal or streaming library!
Depending on the setup required, usually 1-2 hours prior to start time. We ensure everything is placed properly in a clean setup and tested before your event starts.
We have everything you would need to put on a great show. Instruments, microphones, speakers, controllers, laptops, lighting, amps, cables, cords and backups should anything go wrong. Our add-on packages like uplighting and photobooths are completely customizable and we use the best gear from professional brands.
Yes! We offer full production and enhancement services, including lighting design and photo booths. Check out our video on our Zola page for more, you'll want these at your event!
Yes, we offer live musicians, audio support and DJ services for all elements of the day, including ceremony and cocktail hour.
Crimson specializes in live performances. We live mix and beat match all of our sets and never play the same show twice. We love learning what music you're into and creating a custom experience for your dance floor. Check out some of our live mixes on the Zola page and our website!
We offer free planning consultation services. When you're ready to book, we require a small deposit with a contract agreement and the remaining balance due prior to the event. You get a custom app to plan all of the music and details, so no obnoxious emails and forms. Check out our Planning App video!
Yes. We carry full liability insurance and copies of our policy can be provided upon request.
Depending on the production required for the day, usually +/- 3 hours from the invitation's posted start time. This allows us to unload, setup, check and prep before your big day.
Absolutely, we host and perform events of all kinds in all kinds of places! Inquire about a customized package we can create together that makes sense for your event.