“How Much Do You Charge?” & Why That’s the Wrong Question To Ask First

If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me:

“So… how much do you charge?”

Let’s just say I’d be relaxing at a poolside cabana somewhere — DJ controller nearby — probably overlooking the Strip.

I completely understand why people ask.
Budgets are real. Planning is stressful. You want answers.

But here’s the truth, straight from someone who has done a lot of events here in Las Vegas:

👉 That’s the wrong place to start.

It’s not that I don’t want to talk about pricing.
I do.

It’s that price without context tells you nothing about what you’re actually getting — and what your event really needs.

And in a city like Las Vegas, where every ballroom, rooftop, restaurant, and resort is different, that question alone can send you in the wrong direction fast.

Why “How Much Do You Charge?” Is A Terrible First Question

Here’s why I cringe just a tiny bit when I hear it:

  • It assumes every DJ is the same.
    We’re not. Experience, confidence on the mic, music knowledge, problem-solving — all totally different.

  • It ignores where your event is happening.
    A ballroom at Caesars, an outdoor pool deck at The Flamingo, a reception at The STRAT, a golf club like Cascada or a private banquet room at Maggiano’s — all have different needs.

  • It skips your vision completely.
    Classy dinner vibe? Corporate celebration? High-energy wedding dance party? Each requires a different approach.

  • It reduces everything to “cheap vs expensive.”
    The lowest number usually means corners cut: old gear, wires every where, no insurance, no backup plan. That’s risky.

  • It overlooks Las Vegas logistics.
    Union load-ins, service elevators, long load distances, hotel policies, security checkpoints — not to mention big events like Formula 1 or a Golden Knights hockey game -we navigate this every week.

  • It forgets all the planning work.
    Timelines, music curation, rehearsals, vendor coordination — that’s where events succeed (or fall apart).

  • It doesn’t account for protection.
    Professional contracts, liability insurance, backups — these protect YOU.

  • It creates a race to the bottom.
    And when price becomes the only metric, quality disappears — and so does peace of mind.

Better Questions To Ask First

The conversations I love sound like this:

✔️ “How do you help events run smoothly here in Vegas hotels?”
✔️ “What does your planning process look like?”
✔️ “How do you read a crowd and keep people engaged?”
✔️ “What happens if there’s an emergency or tech issue?”
✔️ “How do you coordinate with catering and venue teams?”

Once we talk about those things — THEN we talk pricing.

Now you’re comparing apples to apples… not apples to “someone with a laptop and speakers they bought yesterday.”

So… What Do vegas DJs Charge?

Here’s the real answer:

💡 Professional DJs in Las Vegas charge based on experience, value, and the actual scope of the event — not just the number of hours.

Two “4-hour” events can be very different:

  • ceremony + reception

  • multiple sound systems in multiple rooms

  • do we need speakers or is the “in-house” production company supplying them

  • number of guests attending

  • microphones for toasts, presentations, awards and officiants

  • custom song edits

  • lighting

  • complicated hotel logistics

  • early load-ins

  • extra staff members

Different needs = different investment.

How we Look At our Role

A DJ isn’t just pressing play.

On any given night, our team act as:

🎤 The MC who guides the flow
🎶 The music curator
🎚️ The sound tech
🧭 The timeline manager
🤝 The partner making sure everyone feels taken care of

Our mission is simple:

Create memories. Put smiles on faces. Keep things flowing beautifully — the way your event deserves.

So instead of starting with:

“How much do you charge?”

Try:

“Tell me how you help create an amazing Las Vegas event — and then let’s talk pricing.”

You’ll feel more confident and far more excited about the investment.

Ready To Talk About YOUR Event?

If you’re planning a wedding, corporate celebration, gala, military ball, or party here in Las Vegas — let’s chat the right way.

🎧 Tell me your vision.
🎤 Let’s talk timeline, logistics, and goals.
✨ Then I’ll recommend options that make sense — including pricing.

No pressure. No surprises. Just straight answers and decades of experience.

👉 Reach out and let’s start the conversation.
Tell me about your event, and we’ll create something FUN together.

Jodi Harris