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Dow Oak Events

Bilingual MC
Do-Not-Play List
Photobooth
Silvana
Kacey
Dexter
Austin
Marlee

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Your wedding day is too important for Plan B. That's why Dow Oak Events doesn't just have backup DJs. We staff 24/7 salaried, full-time backup teams. If your primary DJ is ever unable to perform, we send an equally skilled, equally prepared replacement. No scrambling. No cancellations. No compromises.

Most couples think they have to choose between style and reliability. Or luxury and affordability. We deliver all three.

Our professional DJs know how to read your room and blend must-plays with crowd favorites to keep your dance floor packed all night. Pair that with our sleek photobooths, personalized LED lighting, and state-of-the-art sound systems, and you get an unforgettable guest experience from first dance to last song, with crystal-clear communication and flawless execution throughout.

From planning to last dance, we're committed to making your wedding feel effortless, elevated, and uniquely yours.

Services Offered

  • Professional Wedding DJ & MC Services
  • 24/7 Guaranteed Backup DJ (Full-Time Salaried Team)
  • State of the Art Ceremony, Cocktail & Reception Sound Systems
  • LED Dance Floor Lighting
  • Digital & Printing Photobooth
  • Printing Photobooth
  • Uplighting
  • Tubelighting
  • Online Planning Portal
  • Must-Play & Do-Not-Play Song Lists
  • Dedicated Administrative Support (7 Days a Week)

Features

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 8 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

Visit website

Weddings with this vendor

Jennifer & Jason's wedding
Jennifer & Jason
66 photos
Braden & Eliza's wedding
Braden & Eliza
67 photos
Madison & Michael's wedding
Madison & Michael
19 photos
Mackenzie & Jack's wedding
Mackenzie & Jack
9 photos
Chasity & Daniel's wedding
Chasity & Daniel
51 photos
Emily & Nick's wedding
Emily & Nick
245 photos

FAQ

What is included in the starting price?

Consultation
MC
Microphones
Travel Expenses
Sound/PA System

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

Consultation
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones
Travel Expenses

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$600

What music genres do you specialize in?

Christian
Club
Country
Electronic
Hip Hop
Indie
International
Jazz
Oldies
Pop
R&B/Soul
Rock
Top 40
South Asian

What services do you offer?

Bilingual MC
Consultation
Do-Not-Play List
Liability Insurance
MC

What additional equipment do you offer?

Microphones
Photobooth
Sound/PA System
Uplighting
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Reviews of Dow Oak Events

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Dow Oak Events is widely praised for professional, communicative DJs who read the room and keep the dance floor packed. They handle setups, timelines, and last‑minute changes smoothly and coordinate well with vendors. Couples also appreciated the planning tools and photo‑booth add‑ons that kept guests entertained.

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Dow Oak Events is widely praised for professional, communicative DJs who read the room and keep the dance floor packed. They handle setups, timelines, and last‑minute changes smoothly and coordinate well with vendors. Couples also appreciated the planning tools and photo‑booth add‑ons that kept guests entertained.

Silvana
Silvana Sent on 09/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you, DJ Kev!

DJ Kevin Martin Jr (goes by DJ Kev) was a wonderful addition to our wedding. We had a mixed-ethnicity wedding with half-Egyptian and half-American guests and DJ Kev knew exactly what to do. He incorporated the Arabic and Egyptian music beautifully with the more classic American hits that you often hear at Weddings. He played the songs we requested during key moments (first dances, cake cutting, entrances) and was keen to watch the dance floor and cut-off or extend the music when necessary. What a brilliant DJ! He was also so gracious when our guests wanted to surprise us with a chair lift and followed their song request, steering them using our pre-approved list of song requests. We loved talking with DJ Kev during the pre-wedding phone call and he put our minds at ease. He also handled week-of changes like a professional and didn't hesitate to help us personalize our reception day-of to make it feel more meaningful. The groom and the groomsmen had fun unique requests day-of (like dancing the Russian dance) and DJ Kev rolled with them and it made the event so much fun! Everyone was entertained and we made memories to last a lifetime!

Day-of, he arrived early, set-up properly, and played the music at just the right volume. It wasn't too loud!! We loved him for this! He also came prepared and lined-up our wedding party accordingly so our entrances were perfect and everyone had a great time! He had a cheerful presence and a calming aura that matched our wedding exactly.

By the end of the night, everyone from both sides of the family were dancing together, having a good time, and it felt like a beautiful blend of both families. We absolutely loved DJ Kevin!! He made our wedding day so special and spectacular and we recommend you also book him for your event! We danced all night with his awesome mix of both Egyptian and American songs! Thank you for making our day so special DJ Kev!

PS: Also a BIG shoutout to Lindsey Fulton, the Booking Manager and Clients Relations Manager who was a saving grace when we were filling out the prep-sheet online! Thank you for your wonderful help Lindsey!

From start to finish, our experience with Dow Oak Events was wonderful and put our mind at ease! Thank you also to Gregg Alfonso who we first called at the initial inquiry.

You all are a great team! Great Job!
Kacey
Kacey Sent on 07/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Personable and Professional DJ

Personality is everything for a DJ and these guys are just wonderful! We had a very long chat before our big day to talk through what we wanted in terms of music and wow did he deliver! The energy stayed up through the whole event and he even took a moment to come say hello to us and our parents personally when he had a little downtime.

(Included a random photo of our reception because the review wouldn't post without it.)
Dexter
Dexter Sent on 07/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional team with great services

DJ David at Dow Oak Events was easy to work with and made our wedding night truly memorable. He kept the dance floor lively and was even nice enough to let me finish the night mixing my own music in. Highly recommend to anyone!
R
Ryan Sent on 05/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing service

We booked Mason from Dow Oak Events as our DJ. The whole process was thorough and easy. First we had to fill out an online sheet to tell all the information about the wedding timeline and all of the songs that needed to be played and when. Then we hopped on a call with Mason weeks prior to the wedding so he could ask us any questions on our notes. He is a very easy-going, personable guy and knowledgeable and intuitive about his craft. At the wedding he was very professional, did exactly what he said he was going to do, and he kept the guests on their feet dancing the whole night. The entire process was smooth and simple. They have people that really know what they are doing. Mason DJing was a great addition to the wedding and we are very pleased with the result.
Austin
Austin Sent on 05/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Dow Oak / DJ Freddie Wedding Services

Dow Oak Events was great to work with leading up to and on our wedding day! They had several options for add-ons, DJ stand types, photo booths, and more to help make the party special. DJ Freddie was a wizard in the booth, keeping the party going and always with a finger on the pulse of the dance floor, and would switch periodically to keep the vibe right. He was incredibly professional and a great guy who always made sure everything was going how we wanted, and super easy to work with when mapping out the timeline of the day and which songs to play in key moments. Absolutely recommend him for future events!!
Marlee
Marlee Sent on 05/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding DJ

Ethan was incredibly helpful during the planning process and matched us with the perfect DJ for our wedding day. Bradley brought amazing energy — he kept the dance floor packed all night and was so fun and personable. Even though he wasn’t feeling 100%, he still showed up with 110% enthusiasm. We highly recommend Dow Oak Events.
Micah
Micah Sent on 05/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic job!

DJ Tyler was very responsive and professional, the wedding went amazingly and we are so glad to have hired Dow Oaks.
K
Kayla Sent on 05/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Loved working with Dow Oaks!

Not a bride but a coordinator, we had Tyler as a DJ for our couple this Sunday and you can tell they love what they do! Anytime we had to move things up or back he was right there matching energy! We were told this wasn't a dancing group but he was able to get a good number of them on the dance floor! Very flexible, professional, and had an amazing attitude!
E
Eric Sent on 05/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our DJ Tyler was great

Tyler with Dow Oaks Events was fantastic! We had a phone consult before the wedding to go over the music. He kept the dance floor alive and played everything we wanted. He even celebrated us at the end of our last private dance.
W
Wolf Sent on 04/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

DJ Freddie / Dow Oaks

As a venue that works with many DJs, we truly appreciate professionals who make events run smoothly—and DJ Freddie did exactly that. From the very beginning, communication was clear, timely, and easy. They coordinated effectively with our team leading up to the wedding, ensuring all logistics were handled in advance.

On the day of the event, their setup was organized and efficient, with everything ready well before guests arrived. Just as importantly, breakdown and clean-up at the end of the night were handled quickly and respectfully, keeping things seamless for both our staff and the couple.

Throughout the event, DJ Freddie was engaging and attentive, reading the room perfectly and keeping the energy up without ever being intrusive. Guests stayed on the dance floor, and the transitions between moments—ceremony, dinner, and dancing—felt natural and well-paced.

We would absolutely welcome them back to our venue and recommend them to future couples looking for a reliable, professional, and engaging DJ.
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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
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Team

Erik Massengale
Erik Massengale
Owner

Professional Network & Endorsements

Events by Memory Lane Events by Memory Lane Wedding Planners

Erik did a great job of keeping the reception hopping and making sure that everyone was having a great time! We're glad we had the opportunity to work with him!

Catching Dreams Event Planning Catching Dreams Event Planning Wedding Planners

Working with Erik was some of the most fun I have ever had. Very down to earth guy with a great sense of humor that made the stress of the evening fade away. Very talented team!

Liz Grogan Photography Liz Grogan Photography Wedding Photographers

Erik and his team are top knotch! We love how they get the party going, it makes for the best reception photos!

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