Written by James · May 26, 2026
You’ve booked your DJ — great. This wedding DJ checklist covers the few things worth confirming in the weeks leading up to your wedding, so the day runs exactly as you’re imagining.
Music Planning for Your Wedding DJ Checklist
The music side of any wedding DJ checklist is usually the biggest section, and it’s worth going through carefully:
- ✓ First dance confirmed — song, version, timing
- ✓ Any other special dances (father-daughter, mother-son, etc)
- ✓ Last dance song if you have one in mind
- ✓ Must-play list submitted
- ✓ Do-not-play list submitted
- ✓ General vibe and era preferences discussed
- ✓ Ceilidh set — confirmed yes/no, duration, timing
- ✓ Any specific cultural or family music considerations
- ✓ Ceremony music confirmed (if applicable) — processional, signing, recessional
- ✓ Wedding breakfast music style confirmed
Logistics and Timing
This part of the wedding DJ checklist covers timing on the day itself:
- ✓ DJ arrival and setup time agreed with venue
- ✓ Load-in access route confirmed
- ✓ DJ finishing time confirmed
- ✓ Evening guest arrival time
- ✓ First dance timing confirmed within the run of the evening
- ✓ Any specific timing constraints (venue curfews, sound restrictions)
- ✓ Meal finish time estimated so evening can be planned accordingly
Venue and Technical Items for Your Wedding DJ Checklist
This section of the wedding DJ checklist covers the venue and technical details worth confirming ahead of time:
- ✓ Venue contact details shared with DJ
- ✓ Venue layout and DJ setup position confirmed
- ✓ Power supply location confirmed
- ✓ Any venue-specific rules confirmed (noise levels, access, confetti policy)
- ✓ Cold spark machines or other enhancements — venue permission confirmed
MC and Announcements
This part of your wedding DJ checklist covers MC duties and announcements:
- ✓ Wedding party names and pronunciations confirmed
- ✓ Speech order and speakers confirmed
- ✓ Any specific announcements needed throughout the day
- ✓ Cake cutting — when and whether to announce
- ✓ Any surprises or special moments the DJ needs to know about
Practical
The last few items on your wedding DJ checklist are simple but easy to forget:
- ✓ DJ contact number for the day confirmed
- ✓ Final balance payment made (if applicable)
- ✓ Confirm DJ has public liability insurance certificate for venue if required
- ✓ Confirm PAT test certificate for venue if required
The Week Before: Final Wedding DJ Checklist Items
A quick check-in call or message with your DJ in the week before your wedding is always worthwhile — just to confirm everything is in order, check there are no last-minute changes, and make sure you’re both relaxed and ready. A good DJ will often initiate this themselves. If you’re still comparing DJs before booking, my wedding DJ checklist review covers what to look for at that earlier stage.
If you have questions about any of the above, or you’d like to find out how I manage the planning process with my couples, get in touch for a free consultation →
Hitched’s broader wedding planning checklist is a useful companion if you’re still working through other parts of the day alongside your DJ arrangements.
About the author
James is the founder of Premier Disco Weddings, a professional wedding DJ service covering venues across Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, the Scottish Borders, Fife and Perthshire. Rather than relying on generic playlists, he and the team build a bespoke set for every couple, drawing on experience across hundreds of Scottish weddings to read a room and keep the dancefloor full all night.
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