Couple sharing their first dance on a cloud of low fog with falling bubbles

Wedding DJ & MC · Poconos, Hudson Valley, NJ & NYC

From "I do" to the last dance.

Free consultation

Why Core

Same team, start to finish.

The crew that runs your ceremony runs your cocktail hour and your reception too, so there are no handoffs and nothing gets lost between vendors. After more than 10 years and hundreds of weddings, we know how to read a room, keep a timeline on track, and make sure you get to enjoy every minute of it.

Included in every package

Your whole day, covered.

Battery-powered ceremony sound system set up outdoors, shown from the front and back
01

The Ceremony

We run all of your ceremony audio: music starting 30 minutes before, as guests find their seats, your walk down the aisle, and the moment you head back up it married. You get two lavalier mics and a direct audio feed for your videographer, and live musicians can plug right into our mixer. Our battery-powered system works anywhere, so where you say "I do" is up to you.

Included in every package
Wedding guests enjoying cocktail hour with music from Core Entertainment
02

The Cocktail Hour

While you're off taking photos, your guests settle in with a drink and the right music. Whether cocktail hour is in its own room or the same space as your reception, we bring the equipment to cover it, with the music set so guests can still talk.

Included in every package
Couple dancing in the middle of a packed dance floor with guests holding glow sticks
03

The Reception

Grand entrance, first dance, toasts, and a dance floor that stays full until the last song. Our professional sound system covers the whole room clearly, wireless mics are ready for every toast, and your DJ/MC and assistant keep the night moving on schedule. And with dance floor lighting and uplighting included, you'll never be dancing in the dark.

Included in every package
Packages

Pick your night.

Every package covers your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. Tap any line to see what it means. Highlighted lines are new in that package.

Wedding DJ booth with white facade, light tubes, speakers on draped stands and teal uplighting at The Landing in Matamoras, PA

Core

  • 6 Hours of Coverage
  • DJ/MC and Assistant
  • Online Planning Forms
  • Ceremony Audio
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Reception
  • Wireless Microphones
  • Dance Floor Lighting

    Four 360° LED tubes that change color and move with the beat.

  • Uplighting (8)

    Wireless uplights that glow one elegant color through dinner, then sync to the music when the dancing starts.

★ Most Popular
Wedding DJ booth with white uplighting, light tubes and two moving head lights on vertical truss at The Venue at Carley Brook in Honesdale, PA

Elevated

  • Up to 7 Hours of Coverage
  • DJ/MC and Assistant
  • Online Planning Forms
  • Ceremony Audio
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Reception
  • Wireless Microphones
  • Dance Floor Lighting

    Four 360° LED tubes that change color and move with the beat.

  • Uplighting (16)

    Wireless uplights that glow one elegant color through dinner, then sync to the music when the dancing starts.

  • Moving Head Lights on Vertical Truss (2)

    Concert-style moving lights on truss, wrapped in white spandex or left exposed.

  • Disco Ball

    A 20-inch mirror ball throwing sparkle across the whole room from the first song to the last.

Full DJ setup with four moving head lights, light tubes, a disco ball and lighting effects across the dance floor at Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono, PA

Iconic

  • Up to 8 Hours of Coverage
  • DJ/MC and Assistant
  • Online Planning Forms
  • Ceremony Audio
  • Cocktail Hour
  • Reception
  • Wireless Microphones
  • Dance Floor Lighting

    Four 360° LED tubes that change color and move with the beat.

  • Uplighting (16)

    Wireless uplights that glow one elegant color through dinner, then sync to the music when the dancing starts.

  • Moving Head Lights on Vertical Truss (4)

    Concert-style moving lights on truss, wrapped in white spandex or left exposed.

  • Disco Ball

    A 20-inch mirror ball throwing sparkle across the whole room from the first song to the last.

  • Bubble Hazer

    Haze that makes the lights pop and bubbles that burst into little clouds.

  • Dancing on the Clouds

    A low cloud of dry ice fog that rolls across the floor during your first dance.

  • Monogram Projection

    Your names or custom design projected in light on the dance floor or a wall.

Enhancements

Want more?

Add any of our enhancements to your package.

Cold spark fountains on a corporate event stage beside a podium and branded screens

Cold Sparks

Spark fountains that are cool to the touch, for your entrance, first dance or last song.

CO2 cannons firing columns of cold fog beside a DJ booth with uplit spandex stands

CO2 Cannons

Blasts of cold fog over the crowd on the biggest songs of the night.

Blackjack table with a dealer, a tray of casino-style chips and a red uplit facade at a corporate gala casino night

Casino Tables

Blackjack, craps, roulette and Texas Hold 'Em with professional dealers, real casino-style chips and tables wrapped in a clean white or black facade, uplit to match your room.

Couple sharing their first dance on a cloud of low fog

Dancing on the Clouds

A low cloud of dry ice fog that rolls across the floor during your first dance.

Included in Iconic
Couple's names and wedding date projected in light on a barn wall during their first dance

Monogram Projection

Your names or custom design projected in light on the dance floor or a wall.

Included in Iconic
Bubbles and low fog drifting around a couple during their first dance

Bubble Hazer

Haze that makes the lights pop and bubbles that burst into little clouds.

Included in Iconic
Ballroom walls washed in teal uplighting around dinner tables and a dance floor with a projected monogram

Uplighting

Wireless uplights that glow one elegant color through dinner, then sync to the music when the dancing starts.

8 in Core, 16 in Elevated & Iconic
Two moving head lights on vertical truss throwing patterns across the ceiling behind a white DJ booth

Moving Head Lights

Concert-style moving lights on truss, wrapped in white spandex or left exposed.

Included in Elevated & Iconic
Mirror ball hanging over a full DJ setup with moving head lights and light tubes

Disco Ball

A 20-inch mirror ball throwing sparkle across the whole room from the first song to the last.

Included in Elevated & Iconic
Head table framed by white pipe and drape with uplighting

Pipe & Drape

Clean, floor-length drapery to frame your sweetheart table, hide a busy wall or create a backdrop for photos.

TV on truss showing a scan-to-upload QR code so guests can share their photos

Instant Spotlight

Two TVs on truss showing your photos, then a live wall of guest uploads all night.

Available with Elevated & Iconic
Bride and groom holding Groom and Bride chalkboard signs at the photo booth

Photo Booth

Unlimited sessions and prints with an attendant, a table full of props at your disposal, our signature scrapbook, and a digital gallery of every photo.

Wood dance floor in the middle of a white tent reception with amber uplighting and chandeliers

Dance Floor

A smoked oak dance floor for tents, outdoor weddings or any venue that needs one.

Chalkboard sign listing the yard games: checkers, Connect 4, cornhole and Jenga

Event Games

Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4, Giant Checkers, Giant Tic-Tac-Toe and Cornhole for cocktail hour or anyone taking a break from the dance floor.

Red concession-style popcorn machine full of fresh popcorn

Late Night Popcorn

Our classic red concession-style machine pops fresh popcorn right at your reception during the last hour, just when guests need a snack to keep dancing.

Singer with an acoustic guitar performing into a microphone at a wedding ceremony

Musician Mics

Mics for acoustic instruments and singers, so your live musicians sound as good as they play.

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How it works

Four steps to the dance floor.

Step 1

Check your date

Tell us about your wedding and we'll confirm we're available.

Step 2

Free consultation

We talk through your vision, your venue and which package fits.

Step 3

Plan it together

Fill out your online planning forms with your music, timeline and must-play moments. Two weeks out, we meet on Zoom with your DJ to lock in every detail.

Step 4

Enjoy your day

We handle the rest. You just show up and celebrate.

Reviews

Hear it from our couples.

★★★★★

We hired Core Entertainment for our wedding and it was a wonderful experience! From curating the perfect playlist for us to customizing the day to exactly what we would've envisioned! The team at Core Entertainment is not only amazing at their jobs, but also just a good time to be around. Corey did such an amazing job at making our wedding everything we could've imagined! I would give him 20 stars if I could!!!
Olivyah Vanek
My wife and I just got married this August and our experience with Core Entertainment was phenomenal. The flow of the music and way Corey kept the party moving smoothly was invaluable to our big day. He and his team really go above and beyond and we would highly recommend them to anyone considering!
Courtney HarrisonThe Venue at Carley Brook, Honesdale, PA
They killed it with the music and are extremely kind, hardworking people! I have been getting nonstop compliments since the wedding. Thanks again!
Megan MaloneyThe Beaumont Inn, Dallas, PA
We hired Corey for our wedding last weekend and let me tell you, he delivered! All of the music, the back lighting, the Photo Booth, hyping up the crowd and keeping everyone dancing. He is truly the best! We had the best day ever, thanks Corey and everyone at Core Entertainment!!
Cariann ReedWallenpaupack Creek Farm, South Sterling, PA
FAQ

Good questions.

Don't see yours? Ask us during your free consultation.

How far ahead should we book?

Popular dates, especially Saturdays from May through October, often book 12 to 18 months out. Check your date as soon as you have a venue.

What areas do you cover?

We're based in Milford, PA and cover the Poconos, Hudson Valley, North Jersey and NYC. Travel within an hour of Milford is included. Beyond that, a travel fee applies, and we'll include it in your quote.

Can we pick the music?

Yes. Your online planning forms cover must-plays, do-not-plays and your special songs, and we build the night around them.

Do you take guest requests?

Yes, as long as they fit the vibe and aren't on your do-not-play list.

Who will our DJ be?

You can request one of our DJs, or we'll match you with the one who best fits your style. Either way, you'll meet them on your planning Zoom two weeks before the wedding.

Our ceremony is outdoors with no power. Is that a problem?

No. Our ceremony system is battery powered and works anywhere.

Cocktail hour is in a different room. Can you cover both?

Yes. Separate room or same space, we bring the equipment to handle it.

Do you have backup equipment and insurance?

Backup gear at every event, and liability insurance for venues that require it.

How much does it cost?

Every wedding is different, so we build your quote around your date, venue and package. Check your date and we'll walk you through it in a free consultation.

Do you offer a military discount?

Yes. We're proud to offer a 10% military discount. Just mention it when you reach out. Proof of service is required, such as a military ID, VA ID card or DD-214.

Let's talk

Is your date still open?

Tell us about your wedding and we'll get back to you with availability and set up your free consultation.