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Russ Ginsberg DJ, MC & HOST

MC
Do-Not-Play List
One Event Per Day
Photobooth
Delanee
Melissa
Francesca
Kayla
Melissa

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Russ Ginsberg DJ, MC, & HOST is a full-service wedding DJ company based in Key Largo with an additional office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, serving all of South Florida, including the beautiful Florida Keys. DJ Russ understands the importance of having the right connection with your DJ. He bases his services on the rule that high-quality services should not have to correlate with high prices. With over 18 years of experience, he will ensure his services are tailored to you and your special day so you have the wedding of your dreams.

I could easily charge higher prices for my quality of service...but I don't.

Services Offered

Russ Ginsberg DJ, MC & HOST provides one package price that includes everything you need for your big day. The package includes:

  • DJ & MC with state-of-the-art sound system
  • Ceremony music
  • Wireless mics for the ceremony (We use Lavalier mics for your ceremony, which is included in your price)
  • Cocktail hour music
  • Up to 4 1/2 hours for actual reception (after cocktail hour)
  • Wireless mics for toasts and speeches
  • Dance floor lighting effects
  • Planning forms
  • Up to two-hour planning session 30 days prior to your event
  • Accepts playlists and do-not-play lists
  • *****PHOTO BOOTHS NOW AVAILABLE*****

What You'll Love About Russ Ginsberg DJ, MC & HOST

Russ ensures the music experience is flawless from start to finish. His demeanor puts everyone at ease, especially during the planning process. Check out the reviews for an insight into the fun dance floor experience.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 20 years in business

Links

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Weddings with this vendor

Sara & Gib's wedding
Sara & Gib
18 photos
Stacy & Scott's wedding
Stacy & Scott
16 photos
Jaime & Ron's wedding
Jaime & Ron
75 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?

$524

What music genres do you specialize in?

Country
Electronic
Hip Hop
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?

Microphones
Photobooth
Sound/PA System

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Reviews of Russ Ginsberg DJ, MC & HOST

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DJ Russ is professional, organized, responsive, and goes above and beyond to make planning effortless. As DJ/MC he reads the crowd, keeps the dance floor packed, and flawlessly handles music, timelines, and technicals. He’s flexible in bad weather or destination weddings and is highly recommended by couples.

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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.

DJ Russ is professional, organized, responsive, and goes above and beyond to make planning effortless. As DJ/MC he reads the crowd, keeps the dance floor packed, and flawlessly handles music, timelines, and technicals. He’s flexible in bad weather or destination weddings and is highly recommended by couples.

Delanee
Delanee Sent on 02/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Stop thinking, book russ!

From the moment we booked Russ as our DJ for our wedding on 02/07/2026, he was professional, responsive, and incredibly organized—everything a bride could hope for in a vendor! He allowed us to choose the majority of our songs and did an amazing job as our MC. He was funny, outgoing and kept the energy! I can’t say enough wonderful things about him, and neither could our guests the next morning! Thank you again, Russ. What a blast!!!!
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 06/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

You want the best? LOOK NO FURTHER

Russ was absolutely incredible as our wedding DJ and MC. He was professional, detail-oriented, punctual, flexible, and followed through on everything he promised. Integrity and professionalism at their finest!

Russ is so much more than a DJ — he is truly an artist. He perfectly captured the vibe of both our ceremony and reception, and throughout the night, our guests kept commenting on how amazing the music was. The dance floor never had a dull moment, and every single song he played was a banger.

Even through torrential thunderstorms, the music never stopped, and there were no technical issues whatsoever. The microphones and speakers were crystal clear, and Russ kept the volume smooth, balanced, and at the perfect level all night long.

Thank you, Russ, for helping make our wedding unforgettable. We truly had the time of our lives! -Melissa & Marcus
C
Courtney Sent on 06/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Person, Amazing DJ

Russ was absolutely incredible. Not only does he invest in making sure he's prepared to DJ, but he also invests in the wedding and makes sure everyone is having a magic night. He went above and beyond with our wedding ceremony, making sure everything was setup properly and everyone knew what to do, beyond just setting up his equipment to DJ. He also sets up a personal call with you before hand to make sure he has everything aligned. If you need help, he will give you great song recommendations! Russ made our night special and we are forever grateful to him for doing so. Thank you for everything Russ!
Francesca
Francesca Sent on 05/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Nonstop fun all night!

Russ was absolutely AMAZING! Not only did he keep the dance floor packed and the energy high all night long, but he was also so nice, personable, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. He knew exactly how to read the crowd and played the perfect mix to keep everyone dancing all night. Our guests are still talking about how much fun they had! If you want an incredible DJ and an unforgettable party, Russ is your guy!
Kayla
Kayla Sent on 05/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Just Book Rus!

I have always said the DJ makes or breaks the reception, and Rus made it! While planning our wedding Rus was always one email or call away! He was responsive and professional with every question I had. Now to the wedding day. Rus ran the show he took care of the timeline and keeping everything running smoothly. Rus is full of energy and is truly there to make your day amazing!
J
Jarrett Sent on 05/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome, Flexible, Caring, Responsive DJ/MC

Russ was amazing, made everything easy from making sure our music was on point, catering every need to the bride and groom, and answering every question we had. It rained the day of our wedding and Russ made sure all of our needs were met so that our special day was absolutely perfect. Would recommend him to every couple getting married! 10/10!
K
Keagan Sent on 02/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best DJ experience!

Russ was such a great DJ our dance floor never stopped! He was so easy to work with and we loved every minute of it. Well worth it and so glad we chose him!
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 01/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Trust the Process… and Dance the Night Away!

Planning a destination wedding from afar can feel overwhelming, but working with Russ made everything feel effortless. From the very beginning, we needed someone who could truly understand and execute our vision and Russ delivered beyond our expectations.

When I say trust the process, I truly mean it. Russ knows exactly what he’s doing. His experience, calm confidence, and attention to detail allowed us to relax and fully enjoy our day. The music was perfect, the flow was seamless, and the energy was everything we hoped for.

Most importantly, our entire family absolutely loved and adored him. His easy-going personality, fun spirit, and incredible music selection had everyone on the dance floor and smiling all night long. We received so many compliments about him from our guests.

If you’re planning a wedding, especially a destination wedding, and want someone you can fully trust, Russ is your guy. We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ or a better experience.
Erin
Erin Sent on 01/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Awesomeness!

I cannot say enough great things about DJ Russ.Not only did he help me celebrate my wedding 19 years in the making but he became more than that. He was part of my love story and I felt like he truly understood what we wanted from start to finish. I literally could call him somebody more like a family member. Thank you DJ Russ for making all my dreams come true. For being my MC, my wedding planner and my buffet line server. Sending you all the 💕 💕 You're absolutely amazing. Highly recommended
G
Gia Sent on 12/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend using russ!

Highly recommend using Russ for your DJ!

We hired Russ for our wedding in Key Largo, it was the best decision we ever made
From our first phone call, he was very attentive professional, and answered all of our questions.
Throughout the process, He was really helpful. He made a schedule with us and took a lot of pressure and weight off of our plate for the wedding!
The day of the wedding everything went absolutely seamless his personality really shined at our ceremony, and that’s exactly what we were looking for. He truly made our wedding something that we will never forget.
Thank you Russ
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
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Jannette De Llanos Wedding Photography Jannette De Llanos Wedding Photography Wedding Photographers

Russ Ginsberg is the Best of Best! When you hire Russ you not only get an amazing DJ, you get the most wonderful MC for your wedding day. Russ has one of those personalities you just want to be around all of the time. He adds a certain kind of wonderful to your wedding day through his enthusiastic personality and his permanent warm and friendly smile. He is not only a business associate, but through working together for many years, we have become close friends. I mean, who doesn't want to be friends with a funny, happy and charming DJ? You will LOVE Russ as soon as you have your first conversation with him about your Wedding music. He truly loves what he does and it shows! I am proud to work with Russ and even more proud to call him a friend. Book him now! You will be so happy you did!

Stacia Morgan Photography Stacia Morgan Photography Wedding Photographers

Russ is so much fun and will really make your wedding reception rock the house! He's an excellent DJ and fabulous professional. He's greatly loved amongst Florida Keys wedding venders. I highly recommend him.

Yolanda Hill Photography Yolanda Hill Photography Wedding Photographers

Russ is a pleasure to work with, I never have to ask for details the second I see him he gives me a run down of everything. He is always professional and he knows how to make a party rock !

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