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DJ quality
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About this vendor

Caroline Garreau
Caroline Garreau
Owner/DJ

Woman-owned

9 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

5 team members

Upbeat Occasions is a professional wedding DJ service located in Albany, New York. Serving the entire Capital Region and beyond, this experienced team is both fun-loving and unique in style.

Services Offered

A variety of services are offered to help make couples' big day even more special. From the initial consultation to the final song played, the team at Upbeat Occasions strives to provide top-quality DJ services combined with exceptional customer care. These professionals have an extensive musical background and can play a wide variety of genres, such as rock, pop, country, and more. No matter the size or style of the event, the team at Upbeat Occasions can seamlessly cater to their clients' needs while providing unforgettable milestone memories.

Some additional services offered include:

  • Consultations
  • MC
  • Sound/PA System
  • Uplighting
  • Photobooth
  • Microphones

Pricing

$1,600 starting price
$2,400 average price
Upbeat Essential Package
$2,400 / starting price
6 hours
Dance Lighting
Up to a 6 hour wedding with multiple set-ups
Wireless Microphones
Cocktail Hour Entertainment
Online Planner
Upbeat Premier Package
$3,800 / starting price
6 hours
Photo-booth
Up to a 6 hour wedding with multiple set ups
Dance Lighting
Full Room Uplighting
Wireless microphones
Dance time party favors- sunglasses/foam glow
Cocktail hour entertainment

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FAQ

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
Photobooth
Projector
Travel Expenses

What is the starting price for uplighting?

$350

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?

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

What additional equipment do you offer?

Microphones
Photobooth
Sound/PA System
Uplighting

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Reviews of Upbeat Occasions

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DJ Caroline from Upbeat Occasions receives glowing reviews from multiple happy couples who describe her as professional, attentive, and capable of setting the perfect mood for both ceremony and reception. She is praised for her ability to read the crowd, keep the energy up, and seamlessly handle the timeline, providing a stress-free and magical experience on the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate her personalized service, attention to detail, and genuine care for making each event a memorable celebration. Overall, DJ Caroline and Upbeat Occasions come highly recommended for any couples looking for a dedicated and talented DJ.

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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 Caroline from Upbeat Occasions receives glowing reviews from multiple happy couples who describe her as professional, attentive, and capable of setting the perfect mood for both ceremony and reception. She is praised for her ability to read the crowd, keep the energy up, and seamlessly handle the timeline, providing a stress-free and magical experience on the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate her personalized service, attention to detail, and genuine care for making each event a memorable celebration. Overall, DJ Caroline and Upbeat Occasions come highly recommended for any couples looking for a dedicated and talented DJ.

M
Melanie Sent on 07/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Caroline is personable and knows how to throw a party!

Caroline was THE BEST choice for our wedding. She met with us multiple times before the wedding to answer questions, show us the portal for picking music, and guide us through the event form. She always responded promptly in any communication and she checked in often. Caroline shows genuine excitement for your event—it is SO evident she loves what she does and such a reassuring feeling going into your big day! She is also so easy to talk to, she feels like family.

On the day of the wedding, she was such a calming presence; she checked in a few times just to see how we were doing and keep us on schedule for entrances, cake cutting, etc. Caroline is ALWAYS smiling and went above and beyond all night. We had 10 minutes to stop in during our cocktail hour and she noticed I was grabbing a few bites of food in between greetings, so she got me a plate with some food on it. She even took pictures throughout the night, and sent them the next morning in a video with our first dance song playing in the background—how special to have the very next day! We had many compliments throughout the night regarding how good she was at keeping everyone on the dance floor (I don’t dance often and she kept me out there!), but perhaps my favorite part was finding out the day after our wedding that she incorporated part of our New York Yankees theme into cocktail hour by doing some Yankee trivia at the tables and giving prizes! I have no doubts that Caroline can please ANY crowd with her genuine love for her craft and ability to connect with others. She truly is phenomenal at what she does, so if she has your date BOOK IT!
Ryan
Ryan Sent on 07/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 would recommend!

DJ Caroline was an absolute gem to work with! From start to finish, she was professional, attentive, and she absolutely nailed the vibe we were going for. The music was such a huge part of what made our day magical. Delivered beyond our expectations.

DJ Caroline read the crowd perfectly, kept the energy up, and blended all kinds of music perfectly. I enjoy looking back at our photos and seeing everyone have a blast on the dance floor. She also handled the timeline perfectly. We did not need to worry about anything and we got to enjoy the night.

If you're looking for a DJ who truly cares, this is the one. We recommend them a thousand times over. To DJ Caroline, thank you for helping make our day a celebration we will never forget!
Pete
Pete Sent on 06/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and Fun

Caroline did an amazing job setting an intimate and beautiful mood for our ceremony, and then single-handedly cranking things up to make our wedding reception the dance party of the century!!

She took the time to get to know us, and get a sense of what our family and friends were like. We had let her know that our crowd most likely weren’t going to spend much time on the dance floor, and we were surprised and absolutely thrilled to see that she immediately had every one of our guests up and dancing. And dancing all night!

She was truly wonderful and kind, and so much fun and we would recommend her and Upbeat Occasions to anyone planning a special event.
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Katrina & Nicholas
13 photos · 10/10/2020
Motier & Siai-Anne
8 photos · 08/09/2020

Team

Caroline Garreau
Caroline Garreau
Owner/DJ
Motier Haskins
Motier Haskins
Dj/Mc
Chris Wright
Chris Wright
Dj/Mc
Becca Molaro
Becca Molaro
Dj/MC
Jen Cornell
Jen Cornell
Dj/Mc/Dance teacher

Professional Network & Endorsements

North Country Nuptials North Country Nuptials Wedding Officiants

Cannot say enough about Caroline. Her passion for music and creating the best experience for her clients is amazing. If you want someone to be as excited about your wedding as you are, you should hire Upbeat Occasions!

CAJ Photography CAJ Photography Wedding Photographers

As a wedding photographer, I depend on the DJ to keep the party moving and make sure that guests are on the dance floor all night long. Caroline is great at doing just that. I always look forward to working with her because I know the wedding will be top notch with her behind the DJ booth. She is one of the most personable, professional and talented DJ out there, so if your looking for a DJ for your wedding or event, don't hesitate to book Upbeat Occasions. You'll be happy you did. Scott Rougia CAJ Photography

Kate Taylor Events and Weddings Kate Taylor Events and Weddings Wedding Planners

Caroline has made it easy to work with as a Wedding Planner with her planning and timelines for events. Her energy welcomes the guest and keeps them excited and engaged throughout the wedding. She customizes your event to make it unique and special to each couple, creating a different experience for every wedding she does. I would recommend her to all my couples not only looking for great music but a great wedding professional who is going to make your day memorable and interactive.

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