Wedding DJ Checklist: What We Need to Rock Your Big Day [NZ Guide]

Planning your dream wedding in New Zealand? Whether you’re hosting a vineyard celebration in Marlborough, a beach ceremony in the Bay of Islands, or an urban rooftop party in Auckland—music is what sets the vibe from "I do" to last dance.

As a professional wedding DJ agency based in New Zealand, we know what it takes to bring your celebration to life. This post is your go-to Wedding DJ Checklist: what we need from you, what we bring, and how to make sure your big day goes off without a hitch—and with a packed dance floor.

✅ Wedding DJ Checklist: What We Need from You

Here’s what helps us deliver a seamless, unforgettable experience:

1. 🎵 Your Music Preferences
- First dance song, aisle song, entrance & exit songs
- Any “must-play” tracks (for key moments or favourites)
- Any “do not play” songs (yes, we’ll skip the Chicken Dance!)
💡 Tip: We’ll send you a custom music questionnaire to guide your selections.

2. 🗓️ Wedding Timeline
To keep things running smoothly, we’ll need:

- Ceremony start time
- Cocktail hour + dinner schedule
- First dance, cake cutting, bouquet toss timing
📍 This helps us queue up tracks perfectly—and avoid missing a moment.

3. 🏛️ Venue Details
Please share:

- Venue name and location
- Indoor/outdoor setup?
- Power access and any sound restrictions (e.g., volume limits or cut-off times)
🔌 Pro tip: For remote NZ venues or backyard weddings, we bring portable power and battery-operated sound gear.

4. 🎙️ MC + Announcements Plan
Let us know if:

- You’d like us to MC (introduce you, handle speeches, etc.)
- You have a friend/family member handling it (we’ll coordinate with them)

🎧 What We Bring to Your Wedding

We’re not just pressing play—we’re bringing an entire experience. Here’s what’s included with our professional wedding DJ services in NZ:

✅ Pro-Level Sound & Lighting
High-quality speakers, subwoofers & wireless microphones
Ambient lighting and dancefloor effects (optional uplighting or custom lighting available)

✅ Custom Playlists
Curated for every stage of your wedding: ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing
Tailored to your vibe—whether you’re into acoustic, R&B, house, pop, or Kiwi classics

✅ DJ Setup & Backup Gear
Full setup & pack-down included
Backup laptop, music library, and sound systems for total reliability

✅ Optional Add-Ons:
DJ + live sax combo (a hit at Queenstown weddings!)
Silent disco headphones for late-night parties
LED dancefloor hire
Photo booth packages
 

📍 Where We Play: Nationwide NZ Wedding Coverage

We’re proud to serve weddings across Aotearoa:

✅ Auckland
✅ Wellington
✅ Christchurch
✅ Queenstown
✅ Wanaka
✅ Tauranga
✅ Rotorua
✅ Northland to Southland

No matter your venue, we’ve got the gear, the team, and the passion to make your celebration unforgettable.

 
💬 What Couples Are Saying

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“New Zealand DJ Collective worked with us from day one. Everything was seamless—he even helped us choose the photographer and celebrant. Couldn’t recommend more.”
— Talia & Luke, Auckland

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“We didn’t think a backyard wedding could feel so epic. The music made it. Everyone was dancing under the stars!”
— Josh & Grace, Tauranga 
 

📥 Wedding DJ Checklist

Want to stay organized? Use the Wedding DJ Checklist for NZ couples, below:

- What to ask your DJ
- Music planning tips
- Timeline template
- Bonus: “Do Not Play” song list template
👉 [Visit the free checklist here]

 
🎉 Let’s Rock Your Wedding

We’ve DJed hundreds of weddings across New Zealand and know how to keep your guests dancing, laughing, and making memories all night long. Our goal is simple: zero stress, amazing vibes, and a packed dancefloor.

👉 [Browse our wedding DJ packages]