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Planning a wedding is a big undertaking and should not be taken lightly. DJing your own wedding can be tempting due to the cost savings involved, but it can also be a BIG MISTAKE. In this blog post, we’ll explore 7 Reasons NOT to DJ Your Own Wedding

Wedding Tips

February 10, 2023

8 Reasons NOT to DJ Your Own Wedding | What You Need To Know

7 Reasons NOT to DJ Your Own Wedding

Devail here! I wanted to give an update on 196 Events and also update you on our personal lives. Nikki and I are always working to guarantee we bring the party to each of our wedding receptions. I provide the soundtrack while Nikki manages the photo booth. If there’s no photo booth then Nikki helps […]

Blog, Personal

February 28, 2022

Series: “For the Record” – I QUIT

Image Credit: Holly Walsh Photography You’ve planned an amazing wedding reception, but how will it all come together? We are here to help you create the perfect reception timeline. If you’ve hired a professional wedding dj he/she can assist you with this as well. For tips on planning the the perfect wedding day reception timeline […]

Wedding Tips

September 10, 2021

The Perfect Timeline for an Epic Wedding Reception

bride and groom toasting

Looking for the perfect song for your grand entrance? We are here to help! Before we get to the music let’s consider the purpose of the grand entrance. For clarification, we are referring to your grand entrance to the reception not the bridal entrance to the ceremony. Two totally different vibes! It’s all about setting […]

Wedding Tips

June 28, 2021

Top 10 Grand Entrance Songs

bride and groom grand entrance

Hey Mr. DJ Where do I start!? Should the intro be something like “Yo Yo Yo, it’s your boy Dj….” or more formal….”Greetings from 196 Events, your premier wedding dj?” How about we scratch (<<DJ pun) the intro and get right to it. Proceeds to an intro 😉. Behind the Scenes With Your Top Rated […]

Blog, Personal

March 14, 2021

Series: “For the Record” Blogs from the DJ

wedding dj with headphones on at dj booth

If you are a 2021 bride you may be wondering how to keep everyone safe or what precautions you should consider when planning a wedding during COVID. Many of you are faced with several difficult decisions that will impact the success of your wedding day. We want to set your mind at ease with some […]

Wedding Tips

January 8, 2021

10 Tips for Planning a Wedding During COVID

bride wearing mask

It’s no secret that 2020 has been a tumultuous year for many families, businesses, schools, and everyone in between. The wedding industry was no exception. Couples and wedding vendors across the country all felt the impact of what 2020 has brought us. None more impactful than COVID-19.  The wedding industry hinges on being able to […]

Wedding Tips

January 1, 2021

The Micro Wedding Is On the Rise for 2021

For their Gala 417 wedding we provided Haley and John with complete wedding coverage which includes music for each part of their day, microphones, lights and a photo booth. Despite their guest list being slashed in half due to COVID-19, everyone had a phenomenal time. the venue The Gala 417 is a stunning  new venue […]

Weddings

September 1, 2020

Haley+John’s Virgina Beach Wedding | The Gala 417

wedding guest posing in Suffolk Virginia photo booth

Brandon and Stephanie’s destination wedding was absolutely amazing. Stephanie’s brother officiated the sweet ceremony with the Atlantic Ocean as his backdrop. The ceremony was simple yet elegantly adorned with tulle lighting lining the aisle. There was so much to love about their big day, but below are 4 of my favorite things. My Fav’s: Mashed […]

Weddings

August 21, 2020

Brandon + Stephanie’s Sheraton Virginia Beach Destination Wedding

"love" drawn in the sand

Yep–you read that right. Jada & Austin’s Top Golf Wedding was absolutely one-of-a-kind. I love when couples abandon traditional wedding plans and celebrate their wedding in a way that is true to who they are. After Jada & Austin exchanged vows at a nearby hotel, their family and friends headed to Top Golf where they […]

Weddings

July 22, 2020

Jada + Austin’s Top Golf Wedding | 196 Events | Virginia Beach Wedding DJ Company

bride and groom hold hands at alter