DJ PLANNINGWhat should you ask a DJ before booking?
Start with the event timeline, music preferences, announcements, sound needs, setup access, and the backup plan. A good conversation should make it clear how the DJ will prepare for your specific crowd—not just what equipment arrives.
- Share the event type, date, venue, and guest count.
- Explain the moments that need announcements or special songs.
- Discuss must-play songs, do-not-play songs, and the mix of ages or traditions in the room.
- Confirm when setup can begin and which parts of the event need sound.
WEDDINGSWhen should the DJ be part of the wedding timeline?
Bring the DJ into the timeline before the final schedule is locked. Ceremony audio, entrances, speeches, first dances, dinner, and open dancing all depend on clean transitions and clear cues.
- Identify every space that needs music or microphones.
- Confirm who gives the cue for entrances, speeches, and dances.
- Leave enough time for sound checks before guests arrive.
- Share the final timeline with the venue and other key vendors.
PHOTO BOOTHSShould you add a photo booth to your event?
A photo booth works best when you want a second activity during cocktail hour, dinner, or open dancing. Choose the booth around your space, guest count, desired look, and whether you want digital delivery, prints, or both.
- Place it where guests can find it without blocking the dance floor.
- Match the booth style and overlay to the event.
- Plan for groups if the guest list includes large families or wedding parties.
- Decide whether instant digital sharing or printed keepsakes matter most.
Compare DJ Lobo’s four booth styles 