DJs & Mobile Discos for Hire

Hire a DJ or Mobile Disco in the UK

A professional DJ is one of the most popular entertainment choices for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events and private celebrations across the UK. A good DJ does more than play music: they read the room, manage the energy across the evening and keep the dance floor full. With 140 DJs and mobile discos listed on LMM, you can compare acts by price, location, style and reviews to find the right fit for your event.

Wedding DJs

A wedding DJ typically takes over for the evening reception, providing continuous music from the first dance through to the last song. Most wedding DJs will manage the running order for the evening, including announcing the first dance, coordinating with the venue on curfew times and taking requests from guests. Many also offer background music earlier in the day, covering the drinks reception or wedding breakfast with a more relaxed playlist. If you want live music for the ceremony or drinks reception and a DJ for the evening, that is a common combination. Browse our wedding bands and saxophonists for acts that pair well with a DJ later in the evening.

Party and event DJs

Birthday parties, anniversaries, Christmas parties, school proms and corporate functions are all popular bookings for DJs. A party DJ with a broad repertoire spanning several decades tends to work well for mixed-age groups. For themed events or specific genres, look for DJs who specialise in that area. Some DJs also offer add-on services such as karaoke, quiz hosting or compere duties, which can be useful for corporate away days and charity events. If you are considering live music alongside a DJ, a sax and DJ combination is a popular choice that adds a live element without the cost of a full band.

Mobile discos

A mobile disco is a self-contained package: a DJ with a full portable sound system, lighting rig and often extras like a DJ booth, uplighting or effects. This makes mobile discos a practical choice for venues that do not have built-in AV, such as village halls, marquees, barns and outdoor spaces. Most mobile DJs arrive well ahead of the event to set up and test their equipment, and they provide everything needed to turn a blank room into a party venue. Equipment quality varies between acts, so check the photos and video clips on each listing to see what is included.

What to check before booking

Watch the video clips on each listing to get a sense of the DJ's style, energy and the quality of their setup. Reviews from real clients are especially useful for DJs, as they often cover reliability, communication, willingness to take requests and how well the DJ read the room on the night. Confirm what equipment is included in the price, whether a microphone is available for speeches, how long the DJ will play for and whether there is an overtime rate. If your venue has a sound limiter, mention this when you enquire, as experienced DJs will know how to work within the limit without losing the atmosphere.

DJ vs live band

Choosing between a DJ and a live band often comes down to budget, space and musical preference. A DJ is typically more affordable, takes up less room and can play a far wider range of music across genres and decades. A live band brings energy, stage presence and the excitement of a live performance. Many couples and event planners book both: a band for the main evening entertainment and a DJ to fill the gaps between sets or take over later in the night. If you are weighing up the options, browse our party bands and covers bands categories to compare.

Pricing

The average price for a DJ is currently £754, with prices ranging from £75 to £6018. Solo DJs with a standard sound and lighting setup sit at the lower end, while DJs offering premium equipment packages, longer sets or additional services such as uplighting and photo booths command higher fees. Weekend bookings, particularly Saturday evenings and the Christmas party season, carry premium rates. Every listing shows a starting price, and the price comparison section further up this page gives a full breakdown.