A Day You’ll Remember
We make it our mission to get to know each client personally, which helps us achieve perfection in designing and planning your event
There’s a reason Paul Michaels Events, a top DJ company in Chicago, has received dozens of awards from Wedding Wire. That reason? We’ve always offered a “boutique approach” to entertainment.
Unlike the larger multi-operational DJ companies who emphasize booking as many clients as possible, we focus on getting to know each client personally, and invest time in helping you design and plan each event to perfection.
The “cookie cutter” approach is outdated. Our DJs employ a different, more personable approach we know our clients appreciate. And after more than 10 years of entertaining hundreds of people, we know this approach works.
How is our Boutique Approach Different than that of other Chicago DJ Companies?
We handpick our DJs for your event based on your specified preferences and tastes. By doing that, we ensure that your DJ are an excellent fit for you and your event.
Our Guarantee: The DJ whose name is on your contract will be the DJ at your event.
Our 5-Star Chicago DJs
Event Specializations: Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, School Dances - DJing for 14 Years
Award-winning DJ Paul Michaels (Top 5 in Chicagoland!) has over 12 years of professional experience in the events industry, and has DJ’d 100s of weddings and events at a wide range of venues. Paul Michaels has a few years working the nightlife under his belt (clubs and bars), and utilizes this background to give a special spin to his private events. He works with every client to give them the personal touch their event needs to make for an unforgettable event!
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Events
Terry has been a DJ for 11 years. During his DJ career, he’s worked in the Midwest and West coast, covering a wide variety of events. His experience in television production and talent as an emcee, dancer, and entertainer makes him an indispensable advisor during the planning stage. He truly is the complete package for weddings and private events.
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Events, Sweet 16s
Ian has a unique approach to DJing: He believes it’s much more than just playing music. It’s about the audience experience. Unity. And still, never forgetting to have fun. As an actor, comedian, and viral-dance creator, Ian approaches the craft of DJing through the lens of an entertainer. With years of experience DJing weddings, birthdays, blacklight parties, and more, if it’s fun you’re looking for, Ian is ready to bring it to your event!
Event Specializations: Weddings, Bars, Private Parties, Corporate Events
DJ Tim has been working as a DJ specializing in private events and weddings for 20 years. He’s performed at more than 600 mobile events! Tim also holds multiple residencies as a country DJ at bars around the Chicagoland area. But he also loves constantly adding to his extensive experience as an open-format and top 40 DJ as well. As with all our DJs, Tim is an expert crowd reader, and the crowded dance floor is a reflection of his expert abilities.
Event Specializations: Weddings, Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances, Club/Bar Events
Ryan is an open-format DJ who specializes in Mobile DJ Services. (He can show up to “empty” events, where he’ll bring all the gear himself, making him a one-man party!) He has been providing musical entertainment at weddings, school dances, and corporate venues as well as club events for more than 15 years. Well versed in everything from Top 40, oldies, rock, hip hop, to pop, and a wide variety of house and trap music, Ryan can keep the crowd moving all night!
Event Specialties: Private Parties, Corporate Events, School Dances - DJing for 18 years
Lane has been DJing mobile events such as weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and corporate events for over 18 years. He’s got a strong background in Chicago nightlife, and always stays current with popular music and trends.
Event Specializations: Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Events, School Dances
Kevin is a hip hop and contemporary choreographer with 13 years of experience. Having completed 4 international tours and 13 television appearances, and with 25 million views on YouTube, he is the life of the PARTY! Kevin is available for events by special request for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Events, and School Dances to help generate excitement for the dance floor!
How The Paul Michaels Events Process Works
First, We Meet
We set up a time for either an in-person meeting at a local coffee shop, or we can meet via Video Chat or a phone call. The choice is yours!
Then, We Lock It Down
Once you decide to book our DJ company, we’ll send you a contract, which can be signed instantly online or from a mobile device.
Now, We Pick Your DJ
Once we check the availability of our awesome DJs, we’ll help you pick a DJ best suited to your style and taste.
Lastly, We Plan Your Event
After booking, we meet to set up your Event Planning account on our website, and discuss the order of events for your special night. That’s it!
Past Clients Love Us
We had an incredible experience using Paul Michaels events for our wedding. DJ Paul is experienced in wedding prep and helped us to both feel at ease during the stressful... read moreWe had an incredible experience using Paul Michaels events for our wedding. DJ Paul is experienced in wedding prep and helped us to both feel at ease during the stressful planning time. He then exceeded our wildest expectations with a great set that got everyone up dancing! Him and his team didn't overlook a single detail and were a huge part in our fun wedding! We definitely recommend Paul and his team! read less
Hillary B.Paul Michaels Events made our homecoming dance process smooth and easy. They were extremely responsive to our specific needs, working with us to put together a song list in the... read morePaul Michaels Events made our homecoming dance process smooth and easy. They were extremely responsive to our specific needs, working with us to put together a song list in the months leading up to the event and being willing to adjust lights and music during the dance at our request. I strongly recommend Paul Michaels for a stress-free, personalized DJ experience. read less
Adeline L.We were very pleased to have Paul as DJ at our wedding. He was very easy to work with and professional leading up to our wedding. He is very well... read moreWe were very pleased to have Paul as DJ at our wedding. He was very easy to work with and professional leading up to our wedding. He is very well organized and his website has a lot of tools to create playlists (and do –not playlist) and plan the wedding reception timeline. We had couples of meetings with him to plan the big day, those were very efficient and helpful. On the big day, everything went exactly as we planned with him and he kept people dancing all night ! We would highly recommend him to annyone ! read less
Jean A.I hired Paul Michaels Events for Joliet Central's Homecoming Dance the past two years. They run a very professional business, are detail oriented and provide top notch DJ services.... read moreI hired Paul Michaels Events for Joliet Central's Homecoming Dance the past two years. They run a very professional business, are detail oriented and provide top notch DJ services. The students enjoyed their production as well. There was a huge increase in dance ticket sales from year to year after using Paul Michaels. We are planning on hiring them again for next years dance as well. read less
Matthew M.Paul was great to work with, super organized, and very helpful! He helped set us up for a great wedding and the event was fantastic. They kept everything on track... read morePaul was great to work with, super organized, and very helpful! He helped set us up for a great wedding and the event was fantastic. They kept everything on track and played a great blend of music throughout the night to keep people dancing. Would highly recommend! read less
Zach R.It was great to work with Paul Michaels Events. They were super organized, walked us through all the options, and kept our party going until 2 am :). ... read moreIt was great to work with Paul Michaels Events. They were super organized, walked us through all the options, and kept our party going until 2 am :). Highly recommend! read less
Michelle P.Paul was amazing, he not only helped us organize and plan our wedding timeline but he made sure our wedding day went flawlessly! We would highly recommend using Paul Michaels... read morePaul was amazing, he not only helped us organize and plan our wedding timeline but he made sure our wedding day went flawlessly! We would highly recommend using Paul Michaels Events for any occasion! He was easy to work with and was extremely professional. If you want a DJ to get everyone excited to hit the dance floor and one who is very experienced, Paul is the one to hire. This company is the only one we will use from now on! Thanks so much Paul! We appreciate everything you did for us on our special day! read less
Taylor A.Paul was amazing, he not only helped us organize and plan our wedding timeline but he made sure our wedding day went flawlessly! We would highly recommend using Paul Michaels... read morePaul was amazing, he not only helped us organize and plan our wedding timeline but he made sure our wedding day went flawlessly! We would highly recommend using Paul Michaels Events for any occasion! He was easy to work with and was extremely professional. If you want a DJ to get everyone excited to hit the dance floor and one who is very experienced, Paul is the one to hire. This company is the only one we will use from now on! Thanks so much Paul! We appreciate everything you did for us on our special day! read less
Taylor A.Paul and his team assisted our company during a parade celebration which required them to secure all of the equipment to the top portion of a bus. Paul and... read morePaul and his team assisted our company during a parade celebration which required them to secure all of the equipment to the top portion of a bus. Paul and his team stayed in constant contact throughout the planning stages, suggested alternatives to ease the process and executed extremely well! Great music selection - listened to all of our suggestions and took requests!
The day went off without a hitch thanks to the professionalism and talent of Paul and his team. We will definitely be using them again and again! read lessScott C.Paul and his team assisted our company during a parade celebration which required them to secure all of the equipment to the top portion of a bus. Paul and his... read morePaul and his team assisted our company during a parade celebration which required them to secure all of the equipment to the top portion of a bus. Paul and his team stayed in constant contact throughout the planning stages, suggested alternatives to ease the process and executed extremely well! Great music selection - listened to all of our suggestions and took requests!
The day went off without a hitch thanks to the professionalism and talent of Paul and his team. We will definitely be using them again and again! read lessScott C.DJ Shannon was the DJ at my daughter’s graduation party from high school. The crowd had a mix of adults and older teens. He is a genuinely upbeat and... read moreDJ Shannon was the DJ at my daughter’s graduation party from high school. The crowd had a mix of adults and older teens. He is a genuinely upbeat and friendly person. He was very chill and read the crowd perfectly to keep the energy going. Would highly recommend! read less
Brynn C.This was our second year hiring Paul Michaels Events to DJ at our fundraising Gala (held this year at ULCC). From hire to execution, Paul and Brian, were insightful,... read moreThis was our second year hiring Paul Michaels Events to DJ at our fundraising Gala (held this year at ULCC). From hire to execution, Paul and Brian, were insightful, thoughtful, and extremely prompt in their communications. When there are so many details to coordinate it is so nice to hire a professional company like Paul Michaels Events and know with complete confidence everything will run smoothly. They kept our crowd dancing and having an amazing time! Thank you guys!! read less
Melynda M.This was our second year hiring Paul Michaels Events to DJ a fundraising gala at ULCC. Paul was insightful and organized in preparing for our event and clearly communicating with... read moreThis was our second year hiring Paul Michaels Events to DJ a fundraising gala at ULCC. Paul was insightful and organized in preparing for our event and clearly communicating with us in a prompt manner. Our DJ for the event, Brian, was a professional who kept our crowd dancing and having a fantastic time. I felt extremely confident throughout the entire process that we would pleased with Paul Michaels events and we were more than happy! read less
Making U.DJ Paul did the music for our wedding ceremony and reception. He did such an incredible job! The music selection really made the wedding so much fun! ... read moreDJ Paul did the music for our wedding ceremony and reception. He did such an incredible job! The music selection really made the wedding so much fun! Planning the wedding with him was effortless as he was so organized and professional. I can't recommend him enough! read less
Paul C.We used DJ Paul Michaels Events for our wedding and we couldn't have been happier. From the initial planning, Paul was organized and guided us in setting up our... read moreWe used DJ Paul Michaels Events for our wedding and we couldn't have been happier. From the initial planning, Paul was organized and guided us in setting up our evening. The day of Paul and Brian made sure everything flowed smoothly! They made sure the dance floor was the place to be! All of our guest has a blast and we did too! Thank you for everything! read less
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