When it comes to planning, organizing, and executing a perfect wedding ambiance – choosing the right wedding planner is crucial to ensure your day is just as perfect as imagined! However, the thought process that goes behind the scenes to ensure you get a perfectly unforgettable celebration often goes unseen. In this exclusive blog, we will provide you a brief glimpse of a day in the life of Empire State Events, and walk you through the entire process of making each event a resounding success. From analyzing your demands to preparation, and execution, we will cover it all. Without further ado ..read more

Choosing The Perfect Wedding DJ: A Complete Guide       Photograph captured by Justin Tibbits         at Franklin Plaza in Troy, NY Everything You Need To Know About Hiring Wedding DJs Weddings are one of the most eventful occasions with an emotional rollercoaster where you get to cry, laugh, dance, and drink, all in one day.  For some people it is a gathering to meet new people and for others it is to rekindle their existing relationships.  However, without the right DJ, all of it becomes chaotic with too much noise. Choosing the rig ..read more

The moment you have been eagerly waiting for has arrived — your big day! Planning a wedding requires meticulous perfection as it marks one of the most significant moments in your life.  Every intricate detail must be as magical as possible to ensure your day stays the most memorable. As you arrive at your wedding venue, the scene is filled with the lively laughter of children, and the animated chatter of the guests. While this might be heartwarming for some, for many it is not quite the serene atmosphere they envisioned on the big day. Among myriads of wedding preparations, selecting the ..read more

Well, the day you have been waiting for years has come, your wedding day, and everything is all set. Guests have started arriving and you can see your friends and family hanging around enjoying themselves. But what is it that you hear in the background? The noise of guests talking, people eating starters, or plain quietness? Chances are that it’s not the vibe you are going for on your special day. Among many important wedding arrangements, couples don’t focus on a wedding playlist. But when the day arrives, you want to set the mood right from the start of the event.  Let’s explore the pow ..read more

Pro Wedding Tips If you’re struggling with what to ask your potential wedding DJ, read this and you should have a great concept of where to start! Photo by Cheyenne Lee 1. Will they help guide me through planning? Truth be told, you’ve likely never planned a wedding before, so you’re going to need someone who doesn’t mind guiding you through an organized and sensible planning process. This should include you and your DJ discussing the timeline and expectations for the day, including specific song choices and logistics. You’ll want a DJ who sends you planning forms. This will prevent your DJ f ..read more

written by Wyatt Roberts Choosing the right entertainment for your wedding can be a stressful decision. There are so many possibilities to consider. The first step after booking your wedding venue should be reaching out to entertainment vendors that are somewhat local to the area. For example, say you’re getting married in Saratoga Springs, New York, searching for “DJ’s or bands in Albany, NY” (the closest major city to Saratoga Springs) will help you save on travel costs and you’ll likely find a vendor who is familiar with your venue. Once you see a few vendors you like, you’ll  want to ..read more

10 Of The Greatest Wedding Songs To Get Your Guests Dancing Wedding Songs That Get People Moving & Grooving   1. Mony Mony – Billy Joel 2. I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Whitney Houston 3. Let’s Groove Tonight – Earth Wind & Fire (September is a notable mention as well, super popular) 4. I Like It – Enrique Iglesias 5. I’m Good – David Guetta Bebe Rexa 6. Danza Kuduro – Don Omar 7. Dance The Night Away – Dua Lipa 8. Lil Boo Thang – Paul Russel 9. Come & Get Your Love – Redbone 10. Mr. Brightside – The Killers ..read more

Photo by Kayla Herlihy Wedding Traditions, Old and New, and Pro Tips written by Nick McPherson & Wyatt Roberts As a Wedding DJ based out of Upstate NY near Albany, I have seen all kinds of traditions, and formalities come and go. If you’ve only been to weddings in the Capital Region, its likely you havent seen all the cool ways you can make your wedding unique. Because of this I have put together a list of tips and tricks outlining the most common traditions we see at weddings, “old school” and new. Wedding Traditions, Old and New, and Pro Tips As a Wedding DJ based out of Upstate NY near ..read more