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Life’s A Dance DJ: Crafting Unforgettable Moments, One Dance at a Time
At Life’s A Dance DJ, the mission goes beyond simply playing music—it's about crafting moments that people treasure forever. Led by DJ Codeman (Cody Ries), Life’s A Dance is built on passion, dedication, and a genuine love for helping others create cherished memories. For Cody, DJing is more than just a profession—it's a heartfelt hobby fueled by a commitment to providing high-quality, family-friendly entertainment at fair prices.


From the first consultation to the last dance, Life’s A Dance delivers personalized and affordable services tailored to each couple’s unique story. Whether you’re envisioning an electrifying party vibe or a romantic ambiance, Cody approaches every event with care and precision, ensuring every detail exceeds expectations. No two weddings are the same, and at Life’s A Dance, your vision, style, and day are always the priority. Cody’s willingness to assist those in need ensures that everyone, regardless of circumstance, has the opportunity to experience a magical and meaningful celebration.


Exceptional Experience and Inclusive Services
With over 16 years of professional DJ experience, Life’s A Dance DJ was founded in 2023 to bring Cody’s passion for music and event planning to couples all across Iowa, Eastern Nebraska, and Northern Missouri. Cody blends genres effortlessly, curates perfect playlists to keep the dance floor alive, and brings expertise to every event. Life's A Dance delivers five-star wedding experiences through exceptional DJ entertainment, heartfelt ceremonies tailored to each couple’s love story, and a fun, interactive photo booth setup.


At Life’s A Dance DJ, your wedding isn’t just another event—it’s a celebration of love, joy, and unforgettable memories.

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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
Disco Ball
Sound/PA System
MC
Microphones
Photobooth

What music genres do you specialize in?

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

What services do you offer?

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

What additional equipment do you offer?

Disco Ball
Microphones
Photobooth
Projector
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

Reviews of Life’s A Dance

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Dakota Sent on 03/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dudney Wedding 2024

Cody was amazing! He was very pleasant to work with, very easy to talk to, very very reasonable price point and very knowledgeable and very organized and efficient! Would recommend him to anyone and everyone! For sure would be my first call in the future!
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Lucas Sent on 03/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Night!

We were referred to Cody through a family friend and from the start we saw his commitment to our night! He reached out multiple times through the process to make sure we had everything we needed and understood everything that was going to happen! Cody went far above and beyond what was expected and ran our day/night with ease! He kept everything smooth and on time with the wedding and the reception! Would highly recommend him if your loo kk inch for a personal and perfect night!
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