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Established in 1997 in Arizona. I ran my business in Arizona until the end of 2003. I was looking to make a change so I moved to Portland, Oregon in February of 2004 and had Event Team Entertainment running by the end of 2004. I am Oregon's only Wedding Entertainment Director©, check out www.weddingentertainmentdirector.com to find out more about what this certification means for your Big Day. I have successfully organized over 1,500 Weddings & Events in my career. The DJ is not just about the music so meet your Entertainer and find out how they can help you have a Unique, Fun & Memorable day. We break the mold when it comes to being DJ's & Entertainers. We offer many enhancements to your special moments that will allow you to give your Wedding a personal feel that represents you.
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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?

$100

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

What additional equipment do you offer?

Disco Ball
Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of Event Team Entertainment

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Event Team Entertainment, particularly Shawn Whittemore, received glowing reviews for their DJ and emcee services at weddings. The team was commended for their exceptional professionalism, personalized touches, attention to detail, and ability to create a flawless, stress-free event. Reviewers highlighted the seamless flow of the ceremonies, receptions, and dancing, along with the ability to cater to a diverse range of guests. Shawn's dedication to making each wedding special and memorable was lauded by clients and industry professionals alike. Guests praised the immersive experience, enthusiasm, and adaptability, making Event Team Entertainment highly recommended for wedding entertainment needs.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Event Team Entertainment, particularly Shawn Whittemore, received glowing reviews for their DJ and emcee services at weddings. The team was commended for their exceptional professionalism, personalized touches, attention to detail, and ability to create a flawless, stress-free event. Reviewers highlighted the seamless flow of the ceremonies, receptions, and dancing, along with the ability to cater to a diverse range of guests. Shawn's dedication to making each wedding special and memorable was lauded by clients and industry professionals alike. Guests praised the immersive experience, enthusiasm, and adaptability, making Event Team Entertainment highly recommended for wedding entertainment needs.

Kelly
Kelly Sent on 08/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!

We had the best time working with Event Team Entertainment! Preston was amazing as our MC/DJ for our wedding! Our guests had a blast and we have heard nothing but positive reviews! Great communication and open to ideas and suggestions. His attention to detail and the personal touches he added to our wedding, truly made it magical! We can't thank the team enough and highly recommend!
Derek
Derek Sent on 03/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Shawn is the Best Around

We have hosted events for 25 years and chose Shawn Wittemore from The Event Team for our daughter's wedding. Having been around the industry and seeing all the different vendors, we were pretty tough customers since this was the first time hosting for one of our own. The entire wedding celebration was a 10 out of 10. We cannot say enough good things about Shawn and the quality and execution of a flawless event. Everything from the ceremony, emceeing for the dinner reception, and toasts, and into the dancing and sendoff, Shawn went above and beyond to make this truly memorable. All weddings have something or a few things you wish you could have done differently or had thought about after the fact. We could not have imagined this wedding going any better, and the feedback from our guests has been overwhelming. Weddings are stressful in many ways, but not this one. Shawn had it covered. Cheers, and Thank You for helping make this the perfect wedding day.
Lee Ann
Lee A. Sent on 09/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great to work with!

I've worked with Shawn Whittemore at Event Team Entertainment for close to 20 years and as I tell wedding couples: "Event Team Entertainment is one of the best!". This past Saturday Jacobson was the DJ at a wedding I coordinated and he did a great job behind the mic, directing the flow of the evening with class and a touch of humor. The dance party appealed to everyone, younger guests to older guests.
I highly recommend Event Team Entertainment!
Rick
Rick Sent on 07/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A review with a unique perspective

I have the unique opportunity to be able to review Event Team Entertainment from two completely different lenses…

First lens…I’ve known Shawn for over 15 years having been a wedding DJ myself. During that time, I got to watch Shawn’s metamorphosis into one of THE best at what he does in our industry in the country. Period. Hard stop. You’ll be hard pressed to find anyone that has the passion, attention to detail, personalization, and level of service that he has. I was in that industry for 26 years, and I have much respect for anyone in the business that is doing all the right things behind the scenes to master their craft. Shawn is an absolute master.

Second lens…my daughter got married on 6/23/24. I secured that date with Shawn immediately. What did I get in return as the father of the bride? Peace of mind that every detail would be covered. I experienced a wedding from the other side this time, getting to watch him direct and orchestrate a beautiful day from start to finish. I watched Shawn and his team go above and beyond to help set things up for the wedding – even things they weren’t responsible for. He had me smiling throughout the night, and yet weeping at other times with surprise music and edits customized for certain dances. The wedding felt magical, special. It’s a day I will never forget.

For anyone getting married or planning any important event, it can be hard to discern what makes one DJ company any different from another. They just show up and play music, right?? Far from it. When guests leave your event, they will rarely be talking about the decorations, the flowers, the food…whatever. What they WILL talk about - what they will remember for a long time - is how they felt. Shawn will make your event feel so special. He will make YOU feel special.

This father of the bride is beyond grateful!
K
Kelsi Sent on 10/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Magical and Memorable

Colin was an amazing MC! We had a Medieval-Fantasy/LoTR themed wedding and he made everything feel so fantastical and immersive. He beautifully read the room and matched the mood. Colin was super enthusiastic about our theme and music genres, and really helped bring the magic to life.
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Kristin Sent on 08/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Shawn is the best in the biz!

I could not imagine choosing anyone besides Event Team Entertainment to Dj/Emcee our wedding. Shawn is truly such a professional, is so knowledgable, and truly cares that the flow of your event is seamless. He has so much great experience, and is top notch in the industry.

Shawn is also so kind, personable, and really lets you be a part of the process! He works so well with your other vendors, and can take control when need be.

Could not recommend him and his team enough!!! You truly cannot go wrong!
Emma
Emma Sent on 11/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Kind, Professional, and Attentive!

Shawn at Event Team Entertainment is absolutely one of our favorite vendors on our wedding day. He is so incredibly professional, attentive, organized, respectful….the list could go on, and on, and on! He did a great job of mixing together our wide range of music tastes while taking requests on the day of - leading the event as a phenomenal MC. He really made it a point to get to know us as a couple and made us feel extremely special throughout the planning process. We will forever recommend Event Team Entertainment!
K
Kirk Sent on 08/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Terrific DJ and Entertainment Service

We hired ETE to DJ our wedding back in 2019. From the start, we had a great experience with DJ Shawn, who put our minds at ease that our wedding would be handled with professionalism, creativity, and charisma. He was responsive to our needs, flexible and generous on pricing, and a great resource in helping plan our vision for the day.

We ultimately had to postpone a year due to COVID and Shawn was extremely flexible in working with us to make the day happen, despite obstacles. He stayed on at no extra cost, and connected us with one of the other DJs at ETE (DJ Robby) who would be available on our new date. When the day finally came, Shawn found time to join as well, giving us 2 terrific DJ/MCs for the price of one!

DJ Robby did a phenomenal job striking the right mood, getting people out on the dance floor, and creating special moments along the way. He also helped us design our playlist, and pick songs that worked out perfectly for the ceremony itself. He was a joy to work with.

While we had chosen a particularly difficult venue to cater, ETE did a flawless job with the sound and equipment. I would fully recommend hiring them for your event, whatever the setting or celebration!
J
Jami Sent on 07/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic DJ and MC!!

Our DJ Robby (and his assistant) were absolutely fantastic! I would highly, highly recommend him! He helped prepare us by asking the right questions well in advance and was extremely flexible on the day of the wedding. He came prepared, was very professional and created a FUN reception! He also kept the event flowing and knew how to read the crowd. We would definitely use him again and can't say enough positive things about him! Well worth the money!!
C
Cassie Sent on 06/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding experience

Colin Hansen did such an amazing job with our wedding. He was incredibly prepared, helpful, relatable, and did an wonderful job all around! There is no way our wedding would have gone as well as it did without him. He played great music, kept people engaged, and made the entire day run very smoothly.
I could not have asked for for a better dj and would recommend him to all.
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Awards

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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

29 Endorsements
Solace Weddings Solace Weddings Wedding Videographers

A great company to work with. We highly recommend. Thank you Solace Weddings LLC

Pelican Brewing Company Pelican Brewing Company Winery Weddings

We recently had the pleasure of working with Shawn for a wedding at our venue. They work very well with each vendor involved in the wedding making the event seamless. They provided sound for the beach ceremony in the sand as well as DJ the reception and up-lighting. Every aspect went over flawless! Shawn brings a great personality to the event which keeps all the guests entertained! I definitely will be recommending him to all of my future weddings.

Langdon Farms Golf Club Langdon Farms Golf Club Country Club Weddings

We are so delighted when we see that one of our clients has chosen Event Team Entertainment for their DJ! Talk about money well-spent - they are worth every last penny! Event Team comes to and manages the wedding rehearsal which is not something most DJs do. They work together seamlessly with our on-site wedding coordinator, ensuring the couple is at ease and knows that everything will run smoothly at the ceremony itself. At the reception, they read the dance floor and play the right song at the right time to keep the energy flowing and the party alive. Or, if background music and no dancing is your thing, they have provided that as well, setting the perfect scene for a relaxed reception. Can't say enough good things about Event Team Entertainment!

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