• Live bands and entertainment for weddings, corporate and nonprofit events, festivals and more! •
• Sound systems, lighting, staging and video production •
• Photo Booths and 360 Booths •
"I'm STILL getting compliments all these years later!"
If you’re hosting an event, you're likely focused on ensuring your guests have a great experience and make lots of memories. It feels incredible to look around and see everyone completely immersed in the experience you’ve created. When the compliments come rushing in, you’ll know your event is a true success. Whether your goal is fundraising, bringing your community together, or having the wedding of a lifetime, it’s the music that pulls it all together. With the perfect entertainment, you’ll have the opportunity to ensure your event is one people talk about for years to come.
Bad Music Can Lead Your Guests Out The Door
Have you ever been to an event with a band or DJ that was just plain bad? Or maybe they were “just okay?” You were probably counting down the minutes until you could leave without offending anyone. If your band or DJ doesn’t engage your guests or play the right music, your event could fizzle out long before it ends. Seeing people leave before the event ends can be disappointing and frustrating.
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Music that’s too loud or too quiet can be offensive or boring.
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The wrong song choices will have guests complaining or leaving.
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A bad MC can cause confusion or embarrassment.
Whether you’re hosting a gala, company party, community event, or a wedding, you need an experienced entertainer who understands how to communicate the flow of events, choose the right songs and control the volume. Don’t ruin your event by hiring the wrong entertainment.
Save Time.
Feel Confident.
No Stress.
Our clear and simple booking process will save you time by leveraging our expertise and network. You’ll feel confident your entertainer will show up on time, dress the part, keep your timeline on track, and create the right atmosphere for a flawless event. With more time and peace of mind, you can focus on what matters most to you.
Every Event. Every Time. Our Tried and True Process.
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ENGAGE
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DESIGN
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REVIEW
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PARTY
[Our Booking Process]
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We reach out to learn about your vision.
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We recommend entertainer, share their info and pricing.
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We set you up to see a live performance.
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You sign a contract + pay your retainer.
[60-90 Days Before Your Event]
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We meet with you to discuss your style, event flow, songs choices and unique elements with an in-person or video chat meeting.
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We send you a recap the next day.
[7 Days Before Your Event]
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We call you to review and finalize the details.
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We coordinate logistics directly with the venue and your other vendors.
[Event Day]
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You kick back, relax, and have a great time.
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We get to work!
OUR PURPOSE
We work together to create environments where people can be themselves and feel like they belong.
We believe that collaboration is an essential part of good decision-making. Are there bad ideas? – sure! But sometimes bad ideas spoken aloud can lead to amazing ideas, and we believe that the best ideas always win! Because of that, we believe every environment we touch – in the office, in client meetings, or at events – should be one where everyone feels safe enough to speak up and share their opinions. If everyone feels included in the decision-making process, we will all rally together around great ideas.
Within the event space, we believe it’s crucial to create environments where people feel safe enough to be themselves. We want the wallflowers in the middle of the dance floor and everyone to feel confident they can be their true selves. We work hard to ensure our events don’t feel like those intimidating school dances from our childhood, but welcoming gatherings where everyone can be a part of the fun.
Events are about being part of something bigger than ourselves and creating memories that will last a lifetime, and I couldn’t be more proud of the work we do to create those experiences for our clients.
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Most people looking to hire entertainment feel overwhelmed by the number of options. With our help in booking the perfect band or DJ, you’ll feel confident and excited about hosting an unforgettable event!
At Detroit Event Company, we know you want to have an unforgettable event. In order to do that, you need to hire an incredible band or DJ that will have your guests engaged all night! The problem is there are so many choices and everyone claims to be the best, or maybe you’re looking for something more niche and have no idea where to start. You’re feeling overwhelmed, right? We understand the stress that comes with choosing the right entertainment. That’s why we vet the talent for you and tailor our recommendations to your style. We’re going to guide you by learning about your vision, musical preferences, and budget, and then we’ll send you a personalized list of acts to choose from. If you’re hosting recurring events, we’ll help you book acts that fit the space and take the work off of your plate by building the entire schedule. When you start planning, we’ll help with your timeline, logistics, special elements and the songs that will make it uniquely yours. At your event, you can focus on what’s important to you while we bring your vision to life!
If you want to book a musical act that will make your event unforgettable, schedule a short call with our team so you can stop feeling stressed and start getting excited about hosting an event your guests will be talking about for years to come!
Detroit Event Company
(248) 281-6985
DEC Services & Pricing*:
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Bands: $3,000 to $15,000
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DJs: $2,000 to $6,000
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Small Ensembles & Solo Acts: $300+
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Photo Booths: $500+
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Staging: $1,000+
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Sound & Lighting
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Event Coordination
* Price ranges are for local events.
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