Auckland wedding DJ since 2012

Wedding DJ Auckland

Auckland Wedding & Party DJ

From the first guest through the door to the last song of the night, DJ Lopes
keeps your reception relaxed, on time and full of dancing.

Since 2012 · 35+ client reviews · Reply within 24 hours · Based on the North ShoreSince 2012 · 35+ client reviews · Reply within 24 hours · Based on the North Shore

Your wedding, your music, your crowd

Your reception is the part of the day guests remember longest. A great wedding DJ does more than press play. They keep the timeline moving, make sure every speech is heard, and build a dance floor that brings grandparents and old school friends together.
I’m Chester, the DJ behind DJ Lopes. Since 2012 I’ve played Auckland weddings in hotel ballrooms, community halls, farm barns and backyard marquees. You deal with me from your first message to the last song – no agency and no surprise stand-in on the night

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What’s included in every wedding package

  • PLANNING MEETING
PLANNING MEETING

In person or by video call, a few weeks before the day

  • YOUR PLAYLIST
YOUR PLAYLIST

Must-play and do-not-play lists, so the night sounds like you.

  • WIRELESS MICROPHONE
WIRELESS MICROPHONE

For speeches, toasts and announcements.

  • DINNER MUSIC
DINNER MUSIC

Relaxed background music, low enough for conversation

  • KEY MOMENTS
KEY MOMENTS

Grand entrance, cake cutting, first dance and send-off, cued on time.

  • GUEST REQUESTS
GUEST REQUESTS

Welcome on the night, always checked against your do-not-play list.

EARLY SETUP
  • EARLY SETUP

I arrive about an hour before guests, with backup equipment on site

  • INSURED
INSURED

Public liability cover, with certificates for your venue on request.

How your wedding night runs

1. Guest arrival

Light background music while guests find their seats and grab a drink.

2. Grand entrance

Your walk-in song, timed with your MC or venue coordinator.

3. Dinner

Easy-listening music at conversation volume.

4. Speeches

Clear sound on a wireless mic, so the back table hears every word.

5. Cake and first dance

Your song, started the moment you’re ready.

6. Dance floor

Sets that build from songs everyone knows to full party mode.

7. Last song and send-off

A finish the whole room joins in on

Need music for your ceremony too?

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Weddings that bring two families together

ManyAuckland weddings bring two cultures and two playlists into one room. I’ve blended English hits with Samoan, Arabic and other music at receptions across the city, so every side of the family gets its moment on the dance floor. [Add any other styles you play, e.g.
Indian, Tongan, Filipino.] Send me your cultural must-plays, traditional dances and family favourites. I’ll work them into the night at the right moments, alongside the songs everyone knows.

Wedding DJ packages

Every package includes the planning meeting, your playlist, guest requests and setup. Choose by what your venue already has

Bronze

$699

Best for

Venues with their own sound and lights

Included

DJ and DJ controller, 4 hours

Silver

$799

Best for

Smaller or daytime receptions

Included

DJ, sound system and wireless
mic, 4 hours

Gold

$899

Best for

Most evening receptions

Included

DJ, sound system, subtle lighting and wireless mic, 4 hours

Platinum

$2,350

Best for

A fully tailored wedding

Included

Custom sound, lighting and
extras

Extra hours from [price]. Travel outside Auckland: [details]. Not sure which package fits? Pick “Not sure” in the booking form and I’ll recommend one.

Why couples choose DJ Lopes

  • ONE DJ, START TO FINISH

The person you meet is the person who plays your wedding.

  • READS THE ROOM

Music adjusts to your crowd, not a fixed playlist.

  • CLEAR PRICING

Your quote shows exactly what’s included. No surprise extras.

  • FLEXIBLE WHEN PLANS CHANGE

When lockdown cancelled one couple’s wedding, they got their full deposit back

  • BACKUP ON SITE

Spare equipment at every wedding, so the music never stops.

What couples say

"Chester was absolutely amazing during my wedding. Clarified everything every step of the way and ensured the music was exactly how we wanted it to be!"

David & Xiaoxi, Wedding

"Great interception with the Samoan music, you were awesome we will definitely use you in the future as you set a reasonable price compared to others DJs"

Jacinta & Philip, Wedding Reception

"What can i say the mix ofArabic & English was just what i wanted a brilliant job. My guests had a good night at our wedding party"

Marina & George, Wedding Reception

"What can i say the mix ofArabic & English was just what i wanted a brilliant job. My guests had a good night at our wedding party"

Marina & George, Wedding Reception

"After umm-ing and ahh-ing about getting a DJ for our wedding, we found Chester and decided it was worth it. He was great, kept the dance floor moving and totally felt the vibe we wanted."

Georgeforge, Wedding Reception

Frequently asked questions

Most Auckland wedding DJs charge
between $800 and $2,000 for an evening. DJ Lopes wedding packages start from $799 for
four hours, and you’ll get a written quote within 24 hours.

Summer Saturdays book out first, so enquire as soon as you have a date and venue.

Yes. You send a must-play and do-not-play list, and we go
through it together at the planning meeting.

Yes. Multicultural weddings are my speciality – English music blended with your cultural favourites.

[Confirm: yes / no / for an extra fee. If no, say: “I work closely with your MC to keep the timeline on track.”]

A power point near the DJ area, a space about [size –
confirm], and access about an hour before guests arrive. For outdoor or marquee
weddings, the DJ area needs cover from rain

Yes. Send your favourites and traditional songs, and I’ll blend them with English music through the night.

[Confirm the reschedule and cancellation policy.]

Is your wedding date still free?

Popular Saturdays go fast. Tell me your date and venue, and you’ll get a free, no-obligation quote within 24 hours.