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About

A local, family-owned entertainment business in Indianola, Iowa, A Special Event DJ and Photo Booth helps couples make their wedding the best day of their lives. Founders, Tim and Missi pride themselves on A Special Event DJ and Photo Booth’s ability to adapt to new situations and challenges that arise from the ever-changing event entertainment and technology industry. With a passion and love for special events and weddings, Tim and Missi are committed to providing the best quality technology and service to your wedding.

At A Special Event DJ, we now extend our services to East and West of the Des Moines Metro area. From Lincoln and Omaha to the Iowa City/ Cedar Rapids area, we expanded our love for weddings, events, and more. No event is too far away, and we would love to make your day the best day ever.


Services Offered
With delivery, setup, and cleanup, couples can opt to work with A Special Event DJ and Photo Booth from the very beginning. Starting with a consultation, couples can submit a do-not-play list and also request karaoke for their event. A Special Event DJ and Photo Booth also provides MC services and video projection, if requested. The DJ has a dynamic and wide collection of songs to play at your event, from 50s music to 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000's music. Other music genres include:

  • Alternative
  • Country
  • Electronic
  • Hip-hop
  • International
  • Jazz
  • Oldies
  • Pop and Top 40
  • R&B/Soul
  • Rock

Other Services
Couples can also rent event equipment to enhance their special day. Items such as a flat screen and projector are available, as well as microphones, a sound and PA system, and uplighting. Moreover, couples can also work with the team at A Special Event DJ and Photo Booth to secure their audio equipment, decor, and lights to improve the setting and atmosphere of their event. For those who wish to have an enclosed photo booth, A Special Event DJ and Photo Booth offers a variety of options when selecting your photo booth, such as:

  • Backdrop(s)
  • CD/DVD of images
  • Prints
  • Props
  • Social media integration
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
MC
Microphones
Sound/PA System

What is included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones
Photobooth

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$25

What music genres do you specialize in?

Country
Electronic
Hip Hop
International
Jazz
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40

What services do you offer?

Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Karaoke
Liability Insurance
MC
Video Projection

What additional equipment do you offer?

Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of A Special Event DJ & Photobooth

Bridgette
Bridgette Sent on 11/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic experience

Cody and Savannah were so easy to work with and the whole team leading up to our wedding day was fantastic! Cody kept us in the loop when things were coming up and he was super flexible when I changed my last song for the night. He called the night before to confirm all the details and I cannot say enough about the quality. My guests have been raving about what fun they had!
J
D4E93F04F9659651Eab5B81C2629Ec9578189Ced Sent on 09/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing & fun!

So happy we hired ASE DJ! They were all so fun and professional with a lot of experience! AND they had worked at our wedding venue many times before, which was helpful! We HIGHLY recommend the DJ + Drummer combo. Definitely worth the money and it was just all around very cool! A lot of our guests thought we had a whole band there!! :) They were also great with kids since my niece was the only kid there, they provided her with a little drum to play with and she has the BEST time!
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Maddie Sent on 06/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

So professional and easy to work with!!

Tim and his team were great to work with. The tools they created were easy to use and make selecting a playlist easy. Our DJ Jared kept people on the floor all night and checked in with us often!
Christine
Christine Sent on 11/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

They Made Our Night a Party All Night Long!

Cory was our DJ & he did a wonderful job ensuring that the dance floor was full and busy all night long! He helped to make sure that the music was done correctly for the ceremony also!

Cory received compliments from our guests and venue as well for being able to keep the perfect level of music going as well as constantly being aware of what the guests needed/wanted for the party to continue moving! We had so many people on the dance floor all night long!!
Nick
Nick Sent on 11/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Kept the vibe going all night

Our DJ, Dustin, did a fantastic job the day of our wedding. He did a fantastic job MCing the event and making sure our guests were having fun. He also kept the dance floor full all night. Our guests had a blast and it is largely due to how great our DJ was. ASE DJ is ran by two great folks two - Tim and Misty - who are easy to chat with, flexible, and very good at what they do. They helped us put together and refine our timeline and plan for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. They were super easy to work with. We’d highly recommend!
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Kristina Sent on 08/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

ASE and DJ Cody get an A+

We hired a Special Event DJ for our wedding this July, and it was worth every penny. This is a well-run business. They fit you with a DJ that will work best for your wedding and your vibe. Communication was great. Tim, the owner, answered all of my questions (there was a lot, he actually complimented me on them) in the beginning, and was very professional. Their online portal is a little confusing and I would have preferred to get the forms and download them and fill them out that way, but I found out a little too late. Anyway, they did sound for both our ceremony and reception. Huge shout out and props to CODY, our DJ, who I would recommend to ANYONE and EVERYONE! I swear he was more than a DJ - it felt like he was our night of event coordinator and thank God because my ADHD brain was NOT going to get anything done in the moment (too happy? Too much wine…). Cody was really fantastic. I didn’t know we needed a pre-party phone call because I’m pretty laid back, but it ended up being such a great choice! We got to know Cody (who you’ll just want to be friends with after your wedding), but he also got some things cleared up and made sure he knew what songs to play when, how to say our weird family names, and what kind of vibe we were going for. Night of - I underestimated some of our guests. I thought it was going to be very low key, but thankfully Cody and a few of our more extroverted friends got people on the dance floor. Thanks Cody, for not making too much fun of us slow dancing the chicken dance to “Groovy Kind of Love.” It’s a New Girl reference. We’re obnoxious super-fans…. Not the kind that has t-shirts and wall decor, but who just spends half the day speaking to one another in New Girl quotes. Anyway, I could go on and on, but in short - HIRE THEM!
Lindsay
Lindsay Sent on 06/19/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing!

My goal for our wedding was to have a packed dance floor the whole night. I was not disappointed! They listened to our song requests and were always very responsive! I cannot recommend them enough!!
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Samantha Sent on 03/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!!

We had an amazing time with Dustin, is an understatement. He kept things moving along so well and reacted so well to our group of friends. He called the week of the wedding just to make sure we were on track for everything, which was amazing because we had to postpone our wedding due to covid. He played a great mix of slow and fast songs. The bride and her party definitely took advantage of the microphone and he loved it. Would recommend to anyone who needs a dj!!!!
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Sarah Sent on 03/08/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fan-freaking-tastic!

This company was such a breeze to work with! First of all, their online tools make everything super easy and help make sure all of your bases are covered! Second, their communication is spot on! I never waited more than a day to hear back on any of my emails. Everyone was so friendly and helpful as well. And third, Jalen was AMAZING!! He was one of the first people to greet us at the reception and made sure we had drinks. He was also helped track down staff at the venue when my husband and I didn't get our meal. To me, those things were not something the DJ was 'supposed' to do so he definitely went above and beyond for us. Then he kept the dance floor packed the rest of the night! When they say their DJs know how to read the room, they certainly mean it! He knew exactly what to play to keep people dancing! Overall, this company was fantastic to work with and would 100% recommend them to anyone!
Morgan
Morgan Sent on 12/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Definitely recommend!

I absolutely loved everything about working with them - their online portal to make your playlists was so easy to use, I had someone reach out to me multiple times between booking and the event to make sure everything was taken care of, and our dj, DK, was absolutely amazing. Our dance floor was packed all night and I had at least 5+ people ask who was dj'ing because they had the best time. Thank you so much for making our evening so memorable and perfect!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

13 Endorsements
Yours, Mine, & Ours Weddings Yours, Mine, & Ours Weddings Wedding Videographers

A Special Event DJ & Photo Booth is hands down, one of the best choices that you can make on your wedding day. They always keep the party moving, are trustworthy, and professional. I recommend them to all of my clients!

eXtraordinary Floral & Events eXtraordinary Floral & Events Wedding Planners

Our relationship with A Special Event DJ and Photo Book goes back years! We have never been disappointed with what Tim and Missi offer to their clients. Every one of their DJs that we have had the opportunity to use or recommend has been professional, organized, and willing to go the extra mile for our mutual clients.

Glen Oaks Country Club Glen Oaks Country Club Country Club Weddings

Reliable, affordable, top-notch service and a variety of amenities makes ASE DJ & Photo Booth one of our favorites to work with. Never a dull moment with this group!

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