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Event DJ questions for special occasions
These event DJ questions cover celebrations of life, sensory-friendly discos, daytime parties, fetes, shop promotions and last-minute cover.
Tim’s tip: For a celebration of life, share the songs that meant the most to them. I'll build the music around those memories, gently and with care.
Every answer here is written by Tim Daymond (Tinsel Tim), Norfolk’s only Trading Standards Approved DJ, with 50 years behind the decks. Updated October 2026. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 250+ reviews · 23 business awards · Check your date
Special Events: your questions
How does the music get chosen?
Tim speaks with the family beforehand about the person being remembered.
Is this only for the wake or reception, or can it cover the whole day?
Both are catered for.
How quickly can this be arranged?
Tim understands these bookings are usually needed within a short timeframe.
What is the payment structure?
A deposit secures the date, with the balance due no later than 4 weeks before, or at booking if the date is sooner than that.
Can family members request specific songs during the event?
Yes.
What if we're not sure what music the person would have wanted?
That's genuinely common, and Tim can help.
Can the setup be kept low-key and understated?
Yes.
What is Sensory-Friendly Disco Mode?
Reduced strobe and flash effects, safer for people with photosensitive epilepsy.
Do you have experience with care homes, hospitals, and SEN groups?
Yes.
Can volume be adjusted for guests sensitive to loud noise?
Yes.
Does Sensory-Friendly Disco Mode cost extra?
Can wheelchair users join in with games and dances?
Do you provide entertainment for SEN schools?
Yes.
Can you set up in a small space, like a care home lounge or small hall?
Yes.
Do you adapt the disco for care homes and sensory needs?
Can you make the disco calmer for some guests?
Can the disco be calmer for guests who need it?
Can you make the night easier for guests with sensory needs?
Can the disco suit guests with sensory needs?
Can this be booked for a specific community group or day centre?
Yes.
What happens if it rains?
All equipment is high-quality and suited to outdoor use.
Do you need mains power, or can you run from a generator?
Either works.
Can you work within a noise limit or curfew?
Yes.
Can you make announcements for stallholders and competitions?
Yes.
What music do you play at a fete or festival?
Family-friendly, all-ages music through the afternoon, with genuine variety rather than a fixed set list.
What is a daytime disco?
A disco held in the afternoon rather than the evening — typically running between late morning and early evening.
Who books a daytime disco?
Retirement parties, tea dances, and 50th, 60th and 70th birthdays.
What time of day does a daytime disco usually run?
Most daytime discos run somewhere between midday and early evening, commonly starting around 1pm or 2pm.
Can the music be tailored to an older audience?
Yes.
Is daytime disco available on weekdays, or only weekends?
Weekdays are genuinely common for daytime disco bookings, especially for care homes, day centres and community groups.
Do you provide a smaller, more compact setup for daytime events?
Yes.
Do you provide DJ services for corporate events and shop promotions?
Yes.
Alongside weddings and parties, I regularly provide DJ and entertainment services for corporate events, office celebrations, and in-store retail promotions across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, and Lincolnshire.
What kind of retail events do you cover?
Product launches, VIP shopping evenings, flash sales, store re-openings and grand openings.
Will the music be too loud for a working shop floor?
No.
Can the playlist match our brand and target shopper demographic?
Yes.
How far in advance should we book for a store opening or launch?
As soon as your launch date is confirmed.
Can you provide announcements alongside the music?
Yes.
What equipment footprint do you need in a retail space?
The setup is compact and discreet.
What counts as an emergency or last-minute DJ booking?
It's for anyone who needs DJ cover at short notice.
How last-minute can I book?
Emergency Children's Disco bookings are accepted up to 12 noon on the day of the event.
Can you guarantee my date and time slot is still available?
No date can be held.
Does travel distance affect whether an emergency booking can be covered?
Yes.
Should I call before I book online?
Yes — call Tim directly on 07796 565918 first to discuss your booking and confirm he can cover it.
Can I book an emergency disco if my wedding entertainment has cancelled?
Yes, that's exactly what the Last-Minute Wedding Disco Rescue package covers.
What time slots are available for an emergency children's disco?
Emergency Children's Discos are available in two-hour slots: 10am-12pm, 12pm-2pm, or 2pm-4pm.
How do I pay for an emergency booking?
Emergency bookings use the same automated online booking system as any other booking.
Can I book emergency cover for a birthday, anniversary, or themed party?
Yes — the Last-Minute Disco: Party Lifeline package covers birthdays, anniversaries, themed music nights (50s-90s) and more.
Can you tone down the lights and volume?
Can the disco suit guests with additional needs?
What clients say
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