Main Event DJ Reviews

Avg 5.0 | 52 Reviews
DJ from Carpentersville, IL
107 Verified Bookings
Starting at $900 per event

52 Reviews for Main Event DJ

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Review by Clinton T.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on October 22, 2009•From Wheaton, IL

Gary was a great DJ for our wedding. He handled his duties in a very professional way and created a super fun night for all our guests. Thanks so much and we will definitely pass along your contact info for any DJ request.

Review by Monica S.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Palatine, IL

Review by Carol B.

Wedding•Reviewed on August 26, 2007•From Chicago, IL

Gary was very accommodating to our needs. He worked with us on every level of making the entertainment special.

Review by Doug F.

Wedding•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Rockford, IL

Review by Pauline P.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on February 23, 2009•From Arlington Heights, IL

Review by Janel S.

Anniversary Party•Reviewed on May 14, 2017•From Orland Park, IL

Gary was extremely professional and easy to work with for my parents' 50th anniversary party. He honored all of their requests and kept the music playing until the room was empty and we were packing to go home. I would give him my highest recommendation.

Review by Meagan K.

Event•Reviewed on August 23, 2015•From Chicago, IL

Gary was awesome! He made sure everyone got a chance to sing and even stayed late to accommodate everyone's song request. Lots of fun!

Review by Nate B.

Wedding•Reviewed on July 23, 2013•From Rosemont, IL

Equipment was good, and Gary was a pleasure to work with. We gave him some loose guides for the music we wanted and he did a great job. I had several people mention how great the song selection was. We're very happy with the services rendered and would recommend to anyone.

Review by Melissa S.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on December 11, 2011•From Amboy, IL

He did a great job with our reception. He was very nice and professional. He played all of my requested songs and had a great variety of music.

Review by Jessica M.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on August 21, 2011•From Dekalb, IL

Gary was wonderful, he was fun but very professional at the same time, he was on time and did everything we asked, he made our wedding extra special!

Review by Elizabeth I.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on June 9, 2014•From Harvard, IL

Main Event DJ & Entertainment Service really made our wedding night special!

Review by Samantha M.

Private Party•Reviewed on September 15, 2014•From Woodstock, IL

Review by John S.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on October 14, 2012•From Amboy, IL

Overall a very good experience music was as requested dj had car trouble but called and handled situation very professionally I would use. The sevice again .

Review by Char S.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 15, 2006•From Chicago, IL

He was great. Would use him again if the need was there and I would gladly recommend him to others.

Review by Ginger R.

Banquet•Reviewed on November 13, 2012•From Hickory Hills, IL

Everyone was very impressed with Gary. He was on time and very courteous.

Review by Tammy M.

Halloween Party•Reviewed on October 23, 2017•From Tinley Park, IL

BEST DJ/KJ !!House Halloween party- Gary came a few hrs early, to set up &have music playing at start. I asked for :announcements,trivia questions/hand out prizes, Judge & MC Costume Contest-all of which he handled FLAWLESSLY. Party theme -SNL "Dead" lots of SNL characters. Gary dressed up & performed "Cowbell" skit-it was GREAT! He played great music & SNL sound bites. Guests had a blast! I live 1 hr away, I had asked him to come to see space before party. Wanted to be sure decorations not in the way of his equipment. He accommodated my request & said he could add some lighting of his own-included in his price. Professional, personable &accommodating.

Review by Celeste S.

Celebration•Reviewed on September 25, 2017•From Chicago, IL

Gary was FANTASTIC! He played exactly what we wanted to hear for our 40th reunion 70's music. He's lighting put everyone in the mood to sing and dance. Would definitely use Gary again. Thank you Gary you did a wonderful job!?? Celeste Schall

Review by Dianne G.

Private Party•Reviewed on September 4, 2018•From Franklin, WI

We were so happy with the DJ Service that Gary provided us. Everyone had a great time and all were very impressed. I think that he is even booking a wedding for two of our guests! Thank you Gary! Excellent song choices!

Thank you so much Dianne! It was such a pleasure being the DJ for you, Larry and all the guests! The event was like the ultimate "mix-tape" of all the great classics and feel-good favorites! Good times!

Review by Meredith T.

Wedding Reception•Reviewed on May 13, 2013•From Naperville, IL

Very disappointing. 1) Attentive at the beginning, then no communication for 2 weeks prior to wedding. 2) He asked to perform a song live at our wedding, but didn’t send demo to me until 1.5 days prior to wedding, so I didn't have time to look at it or respond. He performed it w/o permission. 3) Noise level was too loud. Asked him to turn it down FIVE times, but it kept going back up. 4) Messed up on introductions. 5) Had prospective client “shadow” his performance for over an hour at his table & spent more time with them than getting our songs right. I would not recommend his services to anyone who wants a wedding to run smoothly. Disappointed is an understatement.

With 20 years of verifiable, stellar reviews from hundreds of wedding clients, this sort of feedback is VERY unusual. The only real issue that occurred was a slight delay in the intros starting due to a software update that ran longer than expected. I received many compliments that evening and per the norm, there was every indication that the bride, groom and guests all had a great time. I am very surprised by these comments and assure any prospective clients that our service is of the highest caliber, professionalism and talent. Our 5-Star rating w/ Gigmasters validates that. Thank you. Gary Nielsen, Owner and Primary DJ, Main Event DJ

Review by Vania S.

Family Reunion•Reviewed on June 27, 2018•From Muskego, WI

Gary was great! He was punctual and had a great mix of music for a great mix of people and ages for my family reunion. He also brought stuff for Karaoke (no one was brave enough) but appreciated the option I asked for. Worked great with allowing us to do speeches, announcing dinner and setting up the magician's microphone for the show. I would highly recommend him and will hire him again!

Review by Lori N.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on April 22, 2018•From Schaumburg, IL

Gary did a great job at our corporate event. We gave him a play list to use during our Awards ceremony and it was perfect. He kept everyone dancing and singing all night with a great karaoke selection. We would definitely recommend him.

Review by Holly G.

Sweet 16 Party•Reviewed on August 22, 2021•From Ingleside, IL

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New Year's Eve Party•Reviewed on December 14, 2019•From Saint Charles, IL

Review by Andi H.

Event•Reviewed on October 28, 2019•From Milwaukee, WI

Andi and her team of Spartan Race coaches run great workouts and promotional events that I am proud to be a DJ for! Lots of energy, great locations and sponsors and of course Main Event DJ helping to keep the participants motivated with great music has made these events big successes!

Review by Sireen A.

Grand Opening•Reviewed on May 7, 2019•From Chicago, IL

Very professional and friendly. He cared about my event and made sure everyone was enjoying themselves. His music choice was perfect.

Thank you Sireen! It was an honor to help you kick off the grand opening of your business and set the soundtrack for the joyous occasion! So fun seeing your guests bobbin’ heads and tappin’ toes as they took it all in!