Nothing kills the vibe faster than crackling speakers or a messy setup. Unfortunately, poor equipment is the hallmark of an amateur — and it’s something no couple or event planner should have to deal with when hiring a professional DJ.

You deserve peace of mind knowing your DJ’s gear will look clean, sound incredible, and perform flawlessly. Because no matter how skilled the DJ is, if the sound hurts your guests’ ears or the setup looks like a tangled mess, that’s what people remember.

At High Water Mark DJs, we only use top-of-the-line equipment. Our systems are sleek, powerful, and wireless when needed — designed to enhance your event, not distract from it. We make sure our setups look as good as they sound.

While rare, unexpected situations can happen. That’s why part of planning a great event is having a solid backup plan — especially when it comes to your DJ. A flat tire, sudden illness, or even a freak lightning strike shouldn’t be the reason your event goes silent.

When you book with High Water Mark DJs, you’re not just booking a name — you’re booking reliability. We always have a professional DJ on standby at each of our locations, ready to step in if the unexpected occurs. That means no scrambling, no stress, and definitely no music-less reception or empty dance floor.

Emergencies may be out of your control — but with us, your entertainment isn’t. We’ll be there. Guaranteed.

We believe your wedding isn’t the place for a DJ to get their start. One of the most important days of your life deserves more than someone learning on the job.

That’s why every DJ at High Water Mark has a minimum of 5 years of professional experience — not just mixing playlists at home, but actively DJing weddings, corporate events, and private parties at a high level.

Your event will never be a DJ’s first. In fact, most of our DJs have 10+ years of experience in the entertainment industry. That means you get someone who knows how to handle transitions, read a crowd, and keep your event running smoothly from start to finish.

When you book High Water Mark DJs, you’re booking proven experience — every single time.

Yes — our DJs do take song requests, and we often play many of them. But we’re also thoughtful about what fits your vision. If a guest requests something on your “Do Not Play” list, we won’t play it. Period.

On the other hand, if a request lines up with your style and keeps the energy right, your DJ might work it in. After all, our DJs are seasoned professionals — they know what fills the dance floor and what might clear it out.

And because we don’t use pre-made playlists, we have the flexibility to respond to the crowd in real time.

Before your event, you’ll have access to our online planning system where you can share your favorite songs, must-plays, and “do not plays” so we can fine-tune everything in advance.

The end result? Music you love, no surprises, and a dance floor that stays packed.

Absolutely. We view every event as a collaboration — and your music preferences are a big part of that. Our DJs are more than happy to incorporate your favorite tracks into the mix.

To make sure everything runs smoothly, we do ask that you send us any custom songs or playlists in advance. This gives us time to prep the files, check the quality, and ensure everything is ready to go. While we can add songs on the fly if needed, planning ahead helps us keep the night flowing without interruption.

You’ll also have access to our event planning software, where you can easily submit your “must-play” tracks, custom mixes, or even your own files.

At High Water Mark DJs, we combine preparation with flexibility — so your music sounds just how you imagined it.

All we need to get started from you is a deposit. That deposit holds your date and is taken out of the final balance. Then the remaining balance is due two weeks before the event date. We try to make all of the payments as simple as possible. So you’re free to use debit, credit, Venmo or PayPal to make all of your payments. Click here to contact us for more information on pricing.

We do not include gratuity in the final contract price. 10 – 20% is generally recommended if your DJ did a great job, but it is entirely up to you.

We recommend booking your DJ at least six months in advance, especially for weddings or events during peak seasons. This ensures you get your preferred date and DJ.

That said, we know plans can change — and we do have DJs available for last-minute bookings as well.

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It’s not required, and we don’t include it in our contract — but it’s always appreciated! If you’d like to provide a meal, most venues or caterers can set aside a vendor plate or boxed dinner upon request.

Just let your coordinator or catering team know, and we’ll be grateful for the gesture while keeping the party running smoothly.

We offer DJ services for wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate events, private parties, and school functions. We offer lighting options (uplighting and dance floor lighting) and have photo booths available.

You’ll be able to submit your song requests — as well as any “do not play” tracks — through our online planning system, which you’ll gain access to after signing your contract.

The number of requests is totally up to you, but we recommend providing your DJ with 10–15 songs across different genres and artists to help us get a feel for your style. Including a few songs or artists you don’t want to hear is also extremely helpful.

If you have a longer list, that’s great — just keep in mind the time constraints of your event. Your DJ will also go over music preferences with you during your initial consultation to make sure everything’s dialed in.