✅ 1. Type of Event
• Weddings
• Corporate Events
• Private Parties
• School Events/Proms
• Festivals
• Fundraiser/Community Events
🎉 Private Parties Includes:
• Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, cultural events (Henna Parties)
• Baby Showers, Bride/Groom Bach Parties, etc.
Different events require different preparation, music styles, & setups
✅ 2. Duration of the Event
• Total performance time (e.g., 2 hours vs. 6+ hours)
• Setup and teardown time required before and after the event
✅ 3. Event Location
• Distance to the venue (travel time, fuel costs, possible lodging)
• Accessibility (e.g., stairs, limited parking)
• Outdoor vs. indoor setup (weather contingencies)
✅ 4. Equipment Needs
Whether the DJ provides their own:
• Sound system (speakers, subwoofers, mixers)
• Lighting (uplights, dance floor lights, lasers)
• Microphones (for speeches, announcements
• DJ booth/table
• Whether the venue already has AV equipment
✅ 5. Setup Requirements
• Time required for setup and breakdown
• Special staging or rigging needs
• Coordination with venue staff or event planners
✅ 6. Customization & Extras
• Music curation (specific playlists, genres, themes)
• MC services (making announcements, hosting)
• Special effects (fog machines, CO₂ jets, visuals)
• Rehearsals or pre-event meetings
✅ 7. Day and Time
• Weekends typically priced higher than weekdays
• Peak seasons (e.g., wedding season, holidays)
• Late-night events may have extra charges
✅ 8. Guest Count / Size of the Event
• Larger crowds may need more powerful sound systems
• More complex setups (e.g., multiple rooms or zones)
✅ 9. DJ's Experience & Reputation
• Years of experience
• Demand/popularity
✅ 10. Licenses & Insurance
• Liability insurance (sometimes required by venues)
• Music licensing (for public performances, especially for corporate or public events)