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Welcome to After Hours Events of New England. We are an entertainment company that believes every experience should be as unique as you are. No matter how you envision your wedding day, we are the professionals who will help guide you in creating your memorable day. We are proud to say we have won the Knot "Best of Wedding" Award 17 times in the last 18 years.

Every member of the After Hours family is a trained professional. We understand the importance of creating an unforgettable wedding. Our business started in 1983 as a small DJ company, and since then, we have grown into a company that can make your dream reception a reality.

Whether you are looking for a DJ, MC, Photo Booth, Event Lighting, Wedding Officiant, Photographer, or Cinematographer, leave it to us — we have you covered. Our team takes the stress out of planning and encourages you to relax and enjoy the ride.

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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

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$749

What music genres do you specialize in?

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

What services do you offer?

Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Liability Insurance
MC
One Event Per Day
Video Projection

What additional equipment do you offer?

Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of After Hours Events of New England

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After Hours Events of New England, including DJ Sal and his team, received high praise from multiple couples for their exceptional services at various weddings. Sal was commended for his role as both an officiant and DJ, maintaining high energy and ensuring a full dance floor throughout the night. The team's organization, professionalism, and personalized approach, including surprises like keepsake books and USBs with memories, left lasting impressions on the newlyweds and their guests. Other services such as photo booths were also highly recommended for adding fun and memorable moments to the weddings. Their dedication and attention to detail were highlighted in making each wedding a truly unforgettable experience.

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After Hours Events of New England, including DJ Sal and his team, received high praise from multiple couples for their exceptional services at various weddings. Sal was commended for his role as both an officiant and DJ, maintaining high energy and ensuring a full dance floor throughout the night. The team's organization, professionalism, and personalized approach, including surprises like keepsake books and USBs with memories, left lasting impressions on the newlyweds and their guests. Other services such as photo booths were also highly recommended for adding fun and memorable moments to the weddings. Their dedication and attention to detail were highlighted in making each wedding a truly unforgettable experience.

Meredith
Meredith Sent on 12/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Officiant, DJ, and the Best Photo Booth Ever!

My husband and I got married at The Simsbury Inn on 11/7/25. We used After Hours Events of New England for our officiating, photo booth, and DJ services and we truly couldn’t be happier. Working with Sal, Vanessa, and the entire team was incredibly easy from start to finish. I’ll admit I was a little unsure at first about having the same person serve as both our officiant and DJ, but Sal absolutely knocked it out of the park. He delivered a beautiful ceremony and then kept the energy high all night long. Several guests even came up to me throughout the evening asking where we found him because they loved him so much! I had been nervous about the dance floor being empty, but thanks to Sal, it stayed full the entire night. It was also such a relief that Sal was already familiar with The Simsbury Inn and had worked with our photographer before It made everything run that much more smoothly! One of my absolute favorite parts of the night was the photo booth. It was so much fun taking pictures with everyone and using all the props. At the end of the night, Sal surprised us with a keepsake book filled with collages of all the photo booth pictures, along with little messages from our guests. He also included copies of the photo strips and a USB with all the images plus a recording of our ceremony. It was such a thoughtful and unexpected gift! If anyone is planning a wedding, I highly recommend getting a photo booth because the memories are priceless. I would also 100% recommend After Hours Events of New England to anyone. They offer so many services, are incredibly easy to work with, and truly helped make our wedding day unforgettable.
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Jason Sent on 11/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing DJ for our Wedding !

Sal from After Hours Events of New England was beyond amazing ! He made planning our special day very easy, he helped us get everything organized and stay stress free the entire time. Even the Day of the wedding, he was coordinating speeches and timing perfectly. He gave great recommendations on music and song choices and we danced for way longer than expected, it was a blast. He kept everyone on the dance floor the entire night and we never slowed down once ! After the wedding everyone was saying how great the dancing was, Thank you Sal and Team, 10/10 !!
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Gabrielle Sent on 10/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!

We honestly can’t say enough amazing things about DJ Sal and his wife Vanessa! From the very beginning, Sal was there to help us plan out the timeline and make sure everything went smoothly. He was so easy to talk to, super organized, and made us feel completely at ease leading up to the big day.
On the day of the wedding, Sal and Vanessa were absolutely incredible! Sal brought so much energy and excitement, from hyping up the crowd before the ceremony to keeping the dance floor packed all night long. Sal really knew how to read the room and play the perfect songs to keep everyone dancing all night long and having the best time. Vanessa was such a huge help throughout the day too, making sure everything ran perfectly and that we were enjoying every moment.
Our guests are still talking about how amazing the music was and how much fun they had! Sal and Vanessa truly went above and beyond for us, and we couldn’t have asked for a better team to be part of our wedding day. We’re so grateful for them and would recommend them a thousand times over! ❤️
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Nicole Sent on 10/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dj Mike Moscato!

We used DJ Mike Moscato through after hour events, and the night could not have been more perfect! Mike was very communicative throughout the entire process and listened to all of our requests! We asked for a mix of multiple genres of music and he created the perfect playlist for us. All of the ceremony and processional / recessional music was perfect and played at the right time. We had the best night ever thanks to Mike!
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 09/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An Unforgettable Experience!

We cannot recommend After Hours Events enough! They DJ’d our wedding on August 8, 2025 at the Waterford Room in St. Clements Castle (Portland, CT), and they made it truly unforgettable.

From start to finish, Sal (our DJ) and Vanessa (who assisted throughout the day) went above and beyond. Sal wasn’t just our DJ—he was practically a wedding planner. He guided us through every step, helped us with things we never would have even thought about, and kept the entire day running smoothly. Vanessa was such a huge help behind the scenes, making sure everything flowed perfectly.

When it came time to celebrate, Sal had everyone on the dance floor all night long. The energy was electric, the transitions seamless, and the music fit our guests perfectly. We received countless compliments from friends and family about how much fun they had dancing, and it was all thanks to Sal’s incredible talent and professionalism.

If you want a team that not only delivers amazing music but also truly cares about making your day special, After Hours Events is the way to go. They made our wedding an absolute dream, and we’ll be forever grateful.
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 09/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding DJ

I could not recommend After Hours Events enough. They made sure everything was seamless the day of and were very easy to work with. We received multiple compliments from guest about them/the music selection.
We also used them for our photo booth which was a great addition.
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Casey Sent on 08/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect Experience from Ceremony to Celebration!

We were incredibly fortunate to have Sal as both our wedding DJ and officiant, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, he was kind, organized, and thoroughly prepared—bringing a calming presence to what can be a hectic day.

As our officiant, he led a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony that felt personal and genuine. His professionalism and warmth made it truly memorable. Then, as our DJ, he seamlessly transitioned into creating an amazing party atmosphere. The music was spot-on, the energy was fantastic, and he kept everything running smoothly all night.

We wholeheartedly recommend Sal to anyone looking for someone who can do it all with grace and professionalism. He helped make our day unforgettable!
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Gail Sent on 08/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!

Sal and Vanessa were absolutely amazing DJs for our wedding! From start to finish, they kept the energy high and the dance floor packed all night. Their attention to detail and organization made the entire process stress-free and seamless. They really understood our vision and brought it to life perfectly. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to help make our celebration unforgettable. Highly recommend After Hours Events!
Natalie
Natalie Sent on 07/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Review - Sal & Team

Sal and his team were absolutely phenomenal at our wedding—true professionals who went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. Just minutes before our outdoor ceremony, an unexpected thunderstorm rolled in. Without missing a beat, Sal and his crew seamlessly adapted, turning what could have been chaos into a truly magical moment. Their calm, quick thinking made all the difference.

In the months leading up to the big day, Sal was more than just our DJ—he became a trusted partner in planning. From coordinating with our venue to helping us shape the flow of the entire event, Sal was a constant source of support, insight, and good vibes. He made sure every detail was dialed in so that we could stay focused on what mattered most: celebrating our love.

The energy, professionalism, and care that Sal and his team brought to our wedding were unmatched. They didn't just play music—they set the tone for the entire day. We can't recommend them highly enough. If you're looking for someone who will treat your wedding like it's their own, Sal is your guy.

11/10—thank you, Sal, from the bottom of our hearts!
Victoria
Victoria Sent on 07/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience, highly recommend

Sal and the After Hours Team are very knowledgeable, helpful, and experienced. They helped guide us through the wedding planning process from start to finish, and did an excellent job executing our vision. One notable piece we truly enjoyed was the scrapbook included with the photo booth- if you want a photo booth at your wedding, use After Hours. Couldn’t recommend DJ Sal and After Hours enough!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 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
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
Kindred Photography LLC Kindred Photography LLC Wedding Photographers

We have worked with Sal of After Hours DJ Entertainment at multiple weddings and highly recommend them to our clients. They are professional, experienced and great at what they do. As photographers we always appreciate it when DJ's communicate well with us regarding timing etc. After Hours is great at this and they keep the festivities going smoothly so we have great moments to capture and document for the Bride and Groom.

Wickham Park Wickham Park Park & Outdoor Weddings

Amazing DJ, coordinator, advisor all around fantastic addition to your wedding!

Bridget Caviness, Justice of the Peace Bridget Caviness, Justice of the Peace Wedding Officiants

I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Jim Casso from After Hours DJ for a wedding. He was very outgoing, an absolute joy to work with and truly cared about his couple. He went above and beyond to make sure his couple's day was perfect. I received a timeline one week prior to the wedding day, the wireless microphone was clear throughout the ceremony - and from what I heard from the couple and their parents, their guests danced the night away. There was an issue after the ceremony and Jim contacted me directly to make sure that his client had no issues. I highly recommend Jim for any event!

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