Event Empire
Event Empire, the ultimate source for any Wedding!
1953 Bly Road, East Meadow, NY 11554
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Business Info
Services: DJWedding Planning
Established: 1994
Employees: 20
Accepts:

 
About

Event Empire is the ultimate source for Event Planners, DJ's, Light Shows, Make-up and Hair Artists  for your wedding,  Your job for your wedding is to dream big, our job is to make it happen at an affordable price.  To us, everything we do is an art.  We are inspired by what we do and extremely passionate about it.  Whatever you can dream for your most important day our artists will find a way to make a reailty.  Like most artists, we create because we are inspired not because of a dollar.  Our planners will help you pull each element of your dream day together,  Our makeup, hair, DJ and Lighting artists love what they do and are most thrilled to see beautiful people happy and smiling  We do our best to work with you and price ourselves lower than your budget expectations. For the most part, since the mid 90's, we have never changed our prices. For example,  we know that our DJ services are priced below industry standard according to the American Disc Jockey Association especially for the NY area. Our philosophy is simple really. We don't want to take all of our customer's money. We want to make you happy, smile and remember.  We are confidant we will achieve these three goals.  When you remember us, you will refer us....the genuine way a business should make money!!!   On your day, we will have no where else to be.  We never have more than one event happening at the same time.  We focus on you and only you!

Frequently Asked Questions for DJ
Describe your DJ style:
Our DJs are very eclectic and can cover an extemely diverse range of music. With that, we pride ourselves are being able to skillfully blend any style of music into another.
 
What is your usual attire?
For your wedding, it is all about what you want. We can be dressed anywhere from a suit to a tux. However, we prefer to evade tuxedo's because we do not want to be confused with anybody from the wedding party. Similairly, we also prefer to evade the typical suit so not to be confused as a guest. We are their to entertain you so we like to dress accordingly yet formally.
 
If you do not have one of the songs pre-requested by the client, do you require that they provide it?
We ask our clients to give us pre-requests no later than 2 weeks prior to their event to allow us time to get your music should we not have it.
 
How many other DJs do you work with?
6-10 depaending on the season.
 
What is the minimum amount of time you will DJ for?
We typically do not book DJ packages for less than 3 hours however, on occasion we do make exceptions.
 
Is the client able to meet the DJ before booking?
Always.
 
Do you specialize in any ethnic or international events?
We don't specialize in any particular ethnic style however several of our DJs a skilled to cover many ethnic styles.
 
Do you bring your own equipment?
We have several sets of equipment.
 
What (if any) special equipment, such as disco balls or lighting, is offered with your service?
We offer to lighting packages. Our basic lighting package is included with the service. The advanced lighting package and/or a customized light / effects package is subject to additional charges which will all be clearly detailed in your contract.
 
How much time do you usually need to set up? Do you require that the site or client provide a table for you to set up on?
Setup time varies from 30 to 90 minutes depending on additonal services being provided although 30 to 45 minutes is typical. We only require a table if giveaways will accompany the party.
 
Do you have any extra space requirements?
4ft X 6ft without lights, 6ft X 8ft with lights
 
Do you usually emcee the event or talk between songs?
Our DJs are also emcee's. We can provide you with an emcee seperate from the DJ as well. Emcee level of interaction is solely up to you.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Required meals may be needed based on length of party and hours of the day however general this answer would be NO, although it is nice when we receive them.
 
Will you arrange for recorded music to play during your breaks?
It is rare that we need to take a break but should the need arise, we are always prepared with several pre-recorded music selections.
 
What is your backup plan in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Always.
 
What is your overtime rate?
75% of the normal rate.
 
Do you charge for travel expenses? If yes, how much do you charge?
We charge for mileage over 50 miles rates vary consitant with DOE per mile rate.

Frequently Asked Questions for Wedding Planning
What wedding planning services do you offer?
Day-of Coordinator, Full Planning, Partial Planning
 
How many planners do you work with?
2 however generally only one works on each event although we do confer with each other.
 
What style of wedding do you specialize in planning?
We have have to say to answe the question contemporary meets modern, though our specialty is in making magic happen and making your dreams come to life. Do your dreams have a particular style?
 
Do you support or cater to any specific religions?
We can
 
What sizes of weddings have you coordinated in the past?
225 people
 
Which venues have you worked at or are familiar with?
Coral House, The Mystique, The Water Crest to name a few