Olivia TaylorPlanning a party can be fun, but bringing everything together takes the right team. Whether you’re working with wedding planners, event planners, or organizing everything yourself, choosing the right DJ can make all the difference.
Great music keeps guests smiling, dancing, and enjoying the celebration. So, to help you find the perfect fit, I looked into the best DJs in Ottawa who are known for unbeatable energy and great vibes.
Check out my top picks and get your party started!
How much does a DJ cost in Ottawa?
Hiring a DJ in Ottawa typically costs $100 to $210 per hour, while full-event packages generally range from $1,000 to $3,000+. The final price depends on the event type, performance length, and equipment required.
| Service Tier or Event Type | Average Cost |
| Hourly Rate | $100 – $210 per hour |
| Basic Event Package | $1,000 – $1,500 |
| Premium or Wedding Package | $1,600 – $3,000+ |
| Private Parties and Corporate Events | $400 – $990 |
1. Extreme Entertainment DJ Services Inc.
Website: https://extremedj.com/
Address: 180 Preston St.
Contact: 855-776-3575 | [email protected]
Hours: Mon to Thu 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Extreme Entertainment DJ Services Inc. makes it easy to find a DJ who matches your music style and event. With more than 15 DJs, the team pairs you with someone who fits the kind of celebration you’re planning.
Before the event, you can use their planning app to organize your timeline. They also include setup, teardown, and extras like photo booths and lighting if you want them.
For added confidence, every event comes with backup equipment in case something unexpected happens. That extra support helps the celebration run more smoothly.
One detail to keep in mind is the 50% non-refundable deposit needed to reserve your date. Some venues outside their regular service area may also have extra delivery fees.
Amazing Wedding DJ Experience
We had an amazing experience with Extreme Entertainment DJ for our wedding! From the very start, the lead-up was smooth and professional—They made sure everything was planned to perfection. On the day of the wedding, he truly brought the party to life! Sean was incredible at reading the room, playing exactly what our guests wanted to hear, and keeping the energy up all night long. The dance floor was packed, and everyone had the best time. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. Thank you for making our wedding unforgettable!
- Alexandra Mines | Google Review
Perfect DJ Match for Our Wedding
We chose this company for our wedding, fantastic experience!! Chris was super helpful in setting us up and pairing us with a DJ that fit our vibe. Our DJ was John, he was absolutely incredible!!! He worked with us to make sure he tailored the music exactly to what we wanted. It was pricier than some other options we looked at, but I wanted someone who would actually DJ and transition between songs, not just play songs from a playlist. We decided the music & party vibe was really important to us, and we regret nothing, our guests had a blast!!
- Nicolas Blackburn | Google Review
2. Pulse Entertainment
Website: https://pulse-entertainment.ca/
Address: 45 O’Connor St.
Contact: 613-697-2407 | [email protected]
Hours: Tue to Sat 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Pulse Entertainment makes it easy to build a playlist your guests will enjoy. Before the event, guests can send song requests through a simple phone tool, so everyone feels more involved.
Plus, every DJ here has at least 10 years of wedding experience. They also work with local wedding planners and meet you at the venue before the event to help everything stay organized.
To give you extra confidence, they include standby DJs and backup equipment if something unexpected happens. That added support helps the celebration keep going without interruptions.
The only catch is that you’ll need to enter your event details into their planning software before everything is set up. DJs working late also need a full meal during the event.
Easy Wedding Planning and Packed Dance Floor
Highly recommend! We used Pulse Entertainment for our wedding and had a great experience! Mark was wonderful to work with and made everything easy. The music was amazing and we loved using the app to add our song selections and plan the itinerary for the night. He was also very accommodating with our music preferences, including Greek music. We also went with the photobooth and it was absolutely worth it. Our guests loved it!
- Grace Turek | Google Review
Organized DJ and Hit Photobooth
Mark is great! He’s so organized and responsive and he really nailed the brief for our wedding. His back end system is so helpful to organize yourself and let him know what you want to be played/when. Most importantly our guests were on the dance floor all night long and Mark kept them having a great time. The digital photobooth was also a huge hit! Thank you so much!! (Photo is his photobooth + BrightSight Visuals)
- Melissa Mansour | Google Review
3. MoMentum Music Entertainment Disc Jockey Ottawa, Ontario
Website: https://www.momentummusic.ca/
Address: 70 Bongard Ave.
Contact: 613-298-8421 | [email protected]
Hours: Mon to Sun 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM
MoMentum Music Entertainment Disc Jockey Ottawa, Ontario is a great choice for events with guests who speak different languages. Their DJs and hosts work in English, French, and Italian, helping things feel more inclusive.
After serving events since the mid-1980s, their team also provides lighting, sound, audio-visual presentations, and fun games that keep guests involved.
Plus, their long daily hours give customers more flexibility when choosing an event time.
With their team handling the music and equipment, planning can feel much simpler. That makes it easier to work with just one company for your event.
One point to remember is that you can’t see prices or confirm your date right away. You’ll need to send an inquiry first and wait for their team to reply.
Custom First Dance and Packed Dance Floor
DJ Mo was everything we could have asked for and more! He’s an excellent communicator with a true passion for what he does. Before our wedding, he created a custom mashup for our first dance and even (secretly) coordinated with our parents to pull off a surprise guest flash mob. The dance floor was packed all night, and everyone kept raving about how amazing our DJ was. Thank you, Mo!!!
- Danielle Morrison | Google Review
Professional DJ Who Kept the Party Going
Mo is very professional but also easy going. He was responsive, accommodating, attentive to detail and our needs, and upbeat! Our wedding was on the very hot day when the bad storm hit Ottawa, but Mo dealt with it very well and went on to read the crowd perfectly to keep the dancefloor full all night from behind his really cool new set-up!
- Boris Stojković | Google Review
4. Bobby B Productions
Website: https://bobbybproductions.ca/
Address: 3009 Hawthorne Rd.
Contact: 613-695-4949
Hours: Available 24/7 for inquiries
Bobby B Productions helps make weddings more exciting with cold spark fountains and other special effects. Their team also offers a private venue for smaller celebrations.
Along with that, they provide wireless microphones and handle the full equipment setup before the event begins. They also work with local event planners to help everything stay organized.
Because of their experience, they can manage both small parties and large events with up to 5,000 guests. Having one team handle the music and production can make planning much easier.
Before you book, remember that the basic package includes only six hours of music and doesn’t cover ceremony sound. Corporate and festival events also need a custom quote before a booking can be confirmed.
Seamless Wedding DJ and MC Services
Bobby B Productions provided MC services, ceremony music, reception music and lighting services for my wedding. The whole experience from start to finish was seamless, Bobby was extremely responsive to our needs, Bobby was incredibly talented as a DJ and made sure to make the day/night memorable. All of my guests raved about the music and everyone had such an amazing time. I would highly recommend Bobby B Productions to anyone.
- Charlene Newton | Google Review
Non-Stop Dancing at Holiday Party
We had DJ Trevor at our workplace holiday party and he was awesome! He was very friendly, worked well with our team and MCs. Non-stop dancing all night! We would definitely recommend DJ Trevor from Bobby B for an event! Thanks again Trevor!
- Elaine H | Google Review
5. Interlace Group Events
Website: http://interlacegroupevents.com/
Address: 5330 Canotel Road
Contact: 613-903-4979 | [email protected]
Hours: Mon to Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Interlace Group Events makes it easy to keep guests with different music tastes entertained. Their library includes more than 25 music styles, from Motown and R&B to Middle Eastern and Latin favorites.
Since 2000, their team has provided entertainment for school events, corporate parties, and community celebrations. That long history shows they can handle many types of crowds.
On top of the music, they also offer staffed photo booths and synchronized dance floor lighting. Having these services in one place can make party planning much easier.
Just keep in mind that some features cost extra. Ceremony sound, smoke machines, and MC services aren’t included in the standard package, so you’ll need to add them if you want those options.
Reliable Wedding Entertainment and Lighting
I highly recommend Dj Tonee and his crew for anyone looking for professional and reliable entertainment for their wedding! Was the most reliable vendor we dealt with during this stressful process. After meeting him for the first time after a friends recommendation, we knew we were in good hands and can rely on him the day of the wedding! He definitely knows how to keep the party going, we only heard good things from the guest about the entertainment. Glad we went with him for our lighting and entertainment! Thanks for making this day unforgettable!
- Jessica S | Google Review
Professional DJ for a Perfect Wedding Day
James was DJ at our wedding a week and a half ago. He was recommended to us by our venue. James was amazing to work with – very professional, quick to respond, and took the time to meet with us to go over every detail. He did a fantastic job at the wedding, coordinating all the songs for the ceremony and getting everyone out on the dance floor all night long! We can’t thank him enough for helping make our day go so perfectly 🙂 We highly recommend Interlace Group Events for wedding DJ services!
- Rachel Wardle | Google Review
