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Limelight Entertainment
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"I got married July 9th at The Mill Lakeside Manor. After looking through the preferred vendors list..."
"Limelight was spectacular from the moment we decided to work with them for our wedding. They were..."
Why couples loved this vendor
- Music selection
- DJ quality
- Unique party atmosphere
About this vendor
About Limelight Entertainment
Limelight Entertainment is a wedding company based in Howell, NJ specializing in DJ entertainment, wedding photography, videography, and photo booth experiences for couples who want a celebration that feels seamless, high-energy, and completely personal.
What makes Limelight different is how everything comes together. Instead of coordinating multiple vendors, couples work with one experienced team that plans collaboratively and executes with a shared vision. This approach creates a smoother timeline, better communication, and a wedding day that feels organized without feeling rigid.
Led by husband-and-wife team Chris and Jackie Marino, Limelight blends entertainment and visual storytelling into one cohesive experience. Chris leads the energy of the celebration as a DJ and Event Host, while Jackie oversees the photography and videography team, ensuring every moment is captured with consistency, intention, and a timeless style.
What our couples love:
- Packed dance floors without an over-the-top or forced approach on the mic
- Natural, romantic photography that feels comfortable and not overly posed
- A team that helps guide the timeline while keeping the day stress-free
- Clear, streamlined communication and personalized planning from start to finish
Limelight is known for reading the room, adapting in real time, and creating an atmosphere where guests are fully engaged and couples can stay present. Every wedding is tailored to reflect your style, your priorities, and the kind of experience you want to create.
Services include:
- Wedding DJ and Event Hosting
- Wedding Photography and Videography
- Photo Booth
- Content Creation
- Uplighting and intelligent dance floor lighting
- Indoor sparkler fountains and CO2 effects
- Dancing on the Clouds
- And More
Limelight Entertainment proudly serves couples throughout New Jersey and the surrounding areas.
If you’re looking for a team that can bring everything together and create a wedding that feels smooth, fun, and unforgettable, Limelight is built for exactly that.
Experience
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15 years in business
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We speak English
FAQ
What is included in the starting price?
Consultation
MC
Microphones
Sound/PA System
What music genres do you specialize in?
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
What additional equipment do you offer?
Flat Screen
Microphones
Photobooth
Sound/PA System
Uplighting
Any other questions?
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Limelight Entertainment consistently delivered high-energy, professional DJs who kept dance floors packed and tailored music to guests, plus popular photo booths and strong photography/videography. Staff were responsive, organized, and customizable packages added nice touches. A few clients noted minor booking/communication hiccups, but overall highly recommended.
Akua Sent on 07/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating
July 9th, 2026
I got married July 9th at The Mill Lakeside Manor. After looking through the preferred vendors list and speaking to the Chris at Limelight, we decided to move forward with hiring them for our videography, photography, and DJ! It was a great decision. Chris and Jackie were always available to answer andy questions or address any concerns. Limelight's Jackie and Jackie handled our engagement shoot on the Asbury Park boardwalk and the pictures were breathtaking.
Before the wedding, Jackie the owner was extremely organized and diligent. We had multiple calls and email correspondence to create a seamless wedding day. She was patient and understanding of a few ideas I threw her way.
On the wedding day, the videographers and photographers arrived before time to set things up. Taking pictures and videos with them felt so natural and relaxed. The team worked extremely well together and kept my husband and I laughing all day.
Chris Camp WAS PHENOMENAL!!!!! Before the wedding, he scheduled a call with us to discuss our entrance, bridal party songs, first dance, speeches, and overall vibe of the wedding. The night before, the bridal party completely changed their entrance and Chris rolled with it, without skipping a beat. During the reception, I wanted to incorporate some African music, Chris played a set that had everyone on their feet dancing. Limelight also delivered a sneak peek of our photos and videos 5 days after the wedding- that is unheard of!!
I would HIGHLY recommend hiring Limelight entertainment for videography, photography, and DJ if you want to capture a beautiful reception with lively music!! Thank you guys for making my vision come true!
Before the wedding, Jackie the owner was extremely organized and diligent. We had multiple calls and email correspondence to create a seamless wedding day. She was patient and understanding of a few ideas I threw her way.
On the wedding day, the videographers and photographers arrived before time to set things up. Taking pictures and videos with them felt so natural and relaxed. The team worked extremely well together and kept my husband and I laughing all day.
Chris Camp WAS PHENOMENAL!!!!! Before the wedding, he scheduled a call with us to discuss our entrance, bridal party songs, first dance, speeches, and overall vibe of the wedding. The night before, the bridal party completely changed their entrance and Chris rolled with it, without skipping a beat. During the reception, I wanted to incorporate some African music, Chris played a set that had everyone on their feet dancing. Limelight also delivered a sneak peek of our photos and videos 5 days after the wedding- that is unheard of!!
I would HIGHLY recommend hiring Limelight entertainment for videography, photography, and DJ if you want to capture a beautiful reception with lively music!! Thank you guys for making my vision come true!
Morgan Sent on 10/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating
The best dj ever
From the moment I reached out to Chris at limelight for his services to the final meeting with DJ Moe before our wedding, I felt like I was getting VIP service! DJ Moe was truly the BEST DJ and I’ve received so many compliments about how good the music was all night. I told him I just wanted to get married and then party all night and that’s exactly the vibe he created! Even the grandmas were on the dance floor and we had the best night ever! The photobooth was also perfect, getting the album of everyone’s photos at the end of the night was awesome I loved seeing all our family and friends having a great time! I would recommend limelight to anyone looking for an amazing DJ, photobooth, etc. I did not use their photography services but if they’re anything like the entertainment side I’m sure it’s also 10/10!!
Zachary Sent on 10/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Joe M - A True Professional!
From the beginning of the planning process to the day of the event, Limelight Entertainment was excellent. Our initial phone call with the owner Chris helped us determine which services we wanted, and which DJ would most match what we wanted. There was no pressure to pick certain items or packages, and the pricing was fair and clear. Joe Mondi was our DJ for our wedding, and was a class act and true professional. We first chatted with him in our planning meeting, and found it easy to communicate what we wanted from our wedding reception. He and his assistant were communicative, organized, and kept our dance floor packed the entire night through! We both had a blast, and have received numerous compliments on the music and entertainment from our guests. Thank you so much to Joe and the rest of the Limelight Team!
Sam Sent on 08/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding DJ
We booked Limelight Entertainment for our wedding day July 18th, 2026, and we are so thankful we did. Talking with the owner, Chris, we were able to customize our package with them to include DJ entertainment, a photobooth, and monogrammed lighting. We picked our DJ Chris Camp due to multiple amazing reviews and he exceeded our expectations! He was accommodating and he and his team did a great job of keeping the dance floor packed all night. Our photo booth was great and we got a digital copy of all photos taken that night. The monogrammed lighting was a nice touch in the reception area to personalize our wedding. We highly recommend Limelight!
Kelsey Sent on 07/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Truly amazing!
Limelight was amazing to work with! From our initial call with the owner, Chris, to the day of our wedding with Jason, it was a breeze and such a smooth process! Working with Jason the entire time to select songs, ask questions, and just bounce ideas off of him truly made it stress-free and we trusted that we were in good hands. We had so many of our guests complimenting the music the entire night and days after. We would highly recommend using them for your event!
Emily Sent on 07/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding dj
We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ! From the ceremony to the last song of the night, everything flowed perfectly. They kept the dance floor packed, read the crowd so well, and made sure everyone had an amazing time. They were professional, organized, and so easy to work with throughout the entire process. Thank you for helping make our wedding day so much fun and unforgettable. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for an incredible DJ!
Owen Sent on 07/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Couldn't Have Had A Better DJ
My wife and I used Limelight to DJ our wedding, specifically Joe Mondi. I really wanted a band, but because of budgetary constraints we went with a DJ and had a pianist for our ceremony through Limelight. I could not have been happier with the decision to go with Limelight. If I were to do it again, I wouldn't even waste my time calling bands, I would hire Limelight 10 times out of 10.
I had some hard requirements for using a DJ, and was probably bordering on "Groomzilla" depending on who you asked, but Limelight and Joe delivered. From our first call with Chris, he seemed extremely genuine and he responded positively to some of the expectations I laid out. After having seen his team in action, I fully understand why. Joe and his helper were amazing. His set list kept the dance floor packed the entire night. He did not need to rely on radio DJ adlibs to create the vibes and energy, his set list did the job. My wife and I said we wanted people on the dance floor all night, and planned our first dance and mother/son and father/daughter dances around keeping the party going. Joe did better than I ever could've hoped for. I was dancing so much I couldn't keep my shirt tucked in throughout the whole night.
It wasn't just Sam and I who were happy with how Limelight performed, it was all we could hear from our guests. Whether it was people leaving that night, at the breakfast the next day, or texts we received throughout the following week, all the feedback was about how great of a party it was and how fantastic the DJ was.
Joe even sent us over a set list of songs played so my wife and I can listen to our wedding day playlist whenever we want and be reminded of our special day.
Thank you to Chris and Joe for making our day so much fun! You truly helped elevate the day to levels we couldn't have fathomed.
I had some hard requirements for using a DJ, and was probably bordering on "Groomzilla" depending on who you asked, but Limelight and Joe delivered. From our first call with Chris, he seemed extremely genuine and he responded positively to some of the expectations I laid out. After having seen his team in action, I fully understand why. Joe and his helper were amazing. His set list kept the dance floor packed the entire night. He did not need to rely on radio DJ adlibs to create the vibes and energy, his set list did the job. My wife and I said we wanted people on the dance floor all night, and planned our first dance and mother/son and father/daughter dances around keeping the party going. Joe did better than I ever could've hoped for. I was dancing so much I couldn't keep my shirt tucked in throughout the whole night.
It wasn't just Sam and I who were happy with how Limelight performed, it was all we could hear from our guests. Whether it was people leaving that night, at the breakfast the next day, or texts we received throughout the following week, all the feedback was about how great of a party it was and how fantastic the DJ was.
Joe even sent us over a set list of songs played so my wife and I can listen to our wedding day playlist whenever we want and be reminded of our special day.
Thank you to Chris and Joe for making our day so much fun! You truly helped elevate the day to levels we couldn't have fathomed.
Christy Sent on 06/29/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Best DJ Ever!!!
We cannot recommend Joe and Limelight Entertainment enough! From the moment we started working with him, he was incredibly professional, understanding, and attentive to all of our requests. He truly took the time to understand the vibe we wanted for our wedding and delivered beyond our expectations. Even with a smaller wedding of about 70 guests, Joe kept the dance floor packed all night long. He completely blew us away with his ability to choose the perfect songs, create seamless blends, and read the room. We specifically asked for “unexpected transitions” and for him to feel the energy of the crowd, and he did exactly that! Every song choice felt intentional, and he kept everyone dancing from start to finish. Multiple guests came up to us during and after the wedding saying they wished they could have his playlist because the music was that good. Joe helped make our night unforgettable, and we are so grateful for the energy, talent, and professionalism he brought to our celebration. My husband and I highly recommend Joe and Limelight Entertainment for your wedding DJ. You will not regret it because he is truly amazing!!
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Owner
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Chris from Limelight is wonderful!! I have enjoyed working with him on several weddings and have had the opportunity to receive photos from him of the ceremonies I officiated. I think his work is beautiful!
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