Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Wedding & Event DJ Services
Elite DJs is dedicated to creating unforgettable events through personalized music experiences. Founded on the principle that entertainment is the cornerstone of any successful celebration, our team combines decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional service. With over 22 years of experience in wedding and event DJing, we specialize in crafting custom entertainment solutions tailored to each client's unique vision. Our founder, Chris Colton, brings extensive industry knowledge from performing at hundreds of events across nine states, ensuring every detail from music selection to event coordination is flawlessly executed. By maintaining state-of-the-art equipment and offering comprehensive add-on services like photobooths and LED uplighting, we provide an all-inclusive package that guarantees memorable experiences.Our commitment to personalized planning - including detailed consultation forms and custom song lists - ensures clients receive precisely the atmosphere they envision. Operating primarily in Lake County, Chicagoland, and surrounding regions, we maintain a client-focused approach where no detail is overlooked. Our reputation for reliability, professionalism, and exceptional crowd engagement has made us a trusted choice for weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, corporate functions, and family celebrations. Through continuous adaptation to evolving trends while maintaining classic standards, we strive to make every event not just successful but truly spectacular. Our mission remains unchanged since our inception: to create music for memories that last a lifetime.
Services
Wedding DJ
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Corporate Events
Family Events
Photobooth
LED Uplighting
Highlights and features
- Our 22+ years of wedding DJ experience guarantee flawless event execution
- We provide personalized planning with detailed timeline coordination
- State-of-the-art professional-grade audio equipment from Pioneer and Shure
- Comprehensive all-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees
- We honor all song requests and create custom music experiences
What people say
Perfectly planned event
Amazing dancefloor energy
Professional and reliable
Exceeded expectations
Best wedding DJ
Services
Wedding DJ
Our professional wedding DJ service combines over 22 years of experience with state-of-the-art equipment. We create customized music experiences through detailed planning sessions, curated song libraries of 35,000+ tracks, and seamless event coordination. The package includes emcee services, wireless microphones, and backup audio systems to ensure perfect sound quality throughout your event.
Corporate Events
Elite DJs delivers high-energy entertainment for corporate functions with professional audio equipment and adaptable music selection. Our experienced DJs read crowd dynamics to maintain perfect ambiance throughout your business event. We provide reliable sound systems and can coordinate with other vendors to ensure seamless execution of conferences, award ceremonies, and company parties.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Specializing in Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations, we create memorable experiences with age-appropriate music selection and smooth event transitions. Our DJs expertly handle both family events and teen parties, balancing traditional elements with modern hits. We use premium audio equipment to ensure clear sound quality during both formal proceedings and lively dancing portions.
Photobooth
Our photobooth service captures lasting memories with professional-grade equipment and customizable backdrops. This interactive entertainment option engages guests with instant printouts and digital copies of their photos. The service includes setup, operation, and all necessary accessories to create fun moments at weddings and special events.
LED Uplighting
Enhance your event atmosphere with our LED uplighting service that transforms venues through strategic lighting placement. We offer customizable color schemes to match your theme, creating dramatic effects on walls and ceilings. This premium add-on service adds visual depth and sophistication to any event space.
People
Chris Colton
Owner/Lead DJ
Chris Colton, owner and lead DJ, has over 20 years of experience as a wedding DJ. He has performed at hundreds of weddings across 9 states, specializing in creating memorable dancefloors with personalized music selection and professional emcee services.
Questions
What wedding DJ packages do you offer?
Our all-inclusive wedding package at $1,295 includes 6 hours of music, emcee services, professional audio equipment, and complimentary planning meetings. Additional services like photobooths and LED uplighting are available as add-ons.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Lake County, Chicagoland, and surrounding areas including Libertyville, Chicago suburbs, Milwaukee, and Wisconsin locations. We also perform events in Joliet, Rockford, and Lake Geneva.
How do you handle music selection?
We use custom planning forms to gather your 'Must Play' songs, 'Do Not Play' list, and event timeline. Our music library contains over 35,000 songs spanning multiple genres and decades to accommodate every crowd.
Can you handle special event requests?
Yes, we customize each event to your specific needs. Whether you require special announcements, unique playlist transitions, or specific lighting arrangements, our experienced team can accommodate special requests while maintaining professional standards.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional-grade equipment from industry leaders like Pioneer, Denon, and Shure. Our sound systems include backup components, wireless microphones, and LED lighting options for complete event coverage.
How far in advance should I book?
Popular dates typically book 6-12 months in advance, though we recommend securing your date early to ensure availability. We offer planning meetings at no additional cost to finalize details closer to your event.
Reviews (5)
Katie S.
Jan 03, 2017
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I was looking to have Elite DJs for our wedding but after an extensive phone call going over everything and ending on a great note, I never heard from Chris again. I asked for the follow up information he was supposed to send but never received it. I am a huge fan of good communication, and this was very poor communication. Not entirely sure why he stopped responding.
Bonnie T.
Dec 19, 2016
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Chris Colton DJed our wedding at Cuneo Mansion last summer in Vernon Hills, and we had an amazing dance party! He is fun, relaxed, easy to work with, and will make sure all of your guests remember your wedding reception as the best dance party they've ever been to. Seriously, so many people told us that, and we had our wedding on a Sunday night so we were worried our family and friends might not be as willing to stay out late dancing, but his awesome DJing kept the party going until we shut our venue down. He went with the music we wanted, but also suggested some fun ideas about music to us.
M. N.
Aug 13, 2015
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When you plan a wedding you work with many, many vendors and I can easily say that Chris was the best. Honestly, probably my favorite part of our wedding was that the dance floor was hopping ALL NIGHT, and we owe that entirely to Chris. He has the ability to read a crowd and make sure he has just the right song ready to go. Aside from being a great DJ, Chris was also easy to work with. He had some forms that made things easy and organized and he was very accommodating when we wanted to meet with him.
He took our requests to heart and worked to make our wedding exactly how we wanted it by making the right announcements and letting us decide on a "must play" and "do not play" list (both my husband and I had seen some DJs at wedding lately who seemed to be making it all about them or came off as cheesy and Chris didn't do either). Finally he was great with our other vendors, making sure the photographer was ready or dinner was served before moving to the next part of the night. Overall I cannot rate Chris highly enough and I guarantee you will not go wrong by booking him for your event.
He took our requests to heart and worked to make our wedding exactly how we wanted it by making the right announcements and letting us decide on a "must play" and "do not play" list (both my husband and I had seen some DJs at wedding lately who seemed to be making it all about them or came off as cheesy and Chris didn't do either). Finally he was great with our other vendors, making sure the photographer was ready or dinner was served before moving to the next part of the night. Overall I cannot rate Chris highly enough and I guarantee you will not go wrong by booking him for your event.
J. M.
Jun 24, 2015
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Chris was the wedding for our DJ and was great! He was really flexible with music selection and made sure to accommodate all our requests. Best to connect with him via phone as email wasn't always best, but he will make sure to lock everything down as it gets close to the big day. A true professional that will make sure your wedding will go off without any issues.
Jackie H.
Feb 18, 2015
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Just perfect! We hired Chris to DJ our wedding on 1/31/15. He was SO great. Above and beyond and not just a DJ. He was the first person to get me a glass of wine at my own reception! He took pictures of people during the night, connected to my family, friends and the kids on the dance floor. He is outgoing, energetic, friendly and seemed genuinely excited to be at our wedding. I would absolutely recommend him!
