Christmas Party DJs: How to Keep the Dance Floor Rocking This Festive Season
As the daylight hours fade, you can feel that festive vibe once more. It’s time to sparkle, slip on your dancing shoes, and celebrate in style. With so much negativity in the world, Christmas parties are the perfect excuse for everyone to let their hair down.
I’ll assume you’ve already got the venue, catering, and drinks sorted. Now comes the most important ingredient your guests will remember: the music and entertainment. Get this right, and you’ll have a packed dance floor and a night people will talk about long after the last glass of prosecco has been poured.
Why the DJ Matters Most
A great Christmas party starts and ends with the DJ. They set the tone, read the crowd, and take guests on a musical journey from background vibes at arrival to full-throttle dance floor energy later in the night.
At Matt Maurice Events, we specialise in Christmas party DJs in London and across the South East. Every DJ we book is matched to your crowd — taking into account age ranges, music preferences, and the type of atmosphere you want to create.
Sound Systems & DJ Booths
We don’t just send the DJ and hope for the best. Every booking comes with a high-end industry-standard DJ setup, all housed in a smart black booth — no messy wires, no unsightly gear.
The sound system is tailored to your venue and guest numbers, ensuring crystal-clear audio whether it’s an intimate gathering of 50 or a corporate bash with 500.
Setting the Mood with Lighting
A Christmas party isn’t complete without the right atmosphere. Our standard packages include moving head lights — perfect for smaller events of up to 80 guests. For larger venues, we recommend upgrading with additional lighting options.
- Uplighting – Washes walls and interiors in a palette of colours, from warm whites to bold, festive tones.
- Dance floor lighting – Larger setups with a dedicated lighting technician give you full control of patterns, colour, and movement, perfectly synced to the DJ’s music.
- Special effects – Stages, video screens, draping, and of course, the timeless disco ball for that extra sparkle.
Adding Live Musicians
Want something extra to surprise your guests? A live element alongside the DJ can elevate the energy instantly. The most popular choice is a DJ and saxophone player, with the sax joining in for two or three sets throughout the night — guaranteed to get people on the dance floor.
Other brilliant combinations include:
- DJ and percussion
- DJ and violin
We have a trusted black book of live musicians who can perform seamlessly with our DJs, giving your Christmas party a truly unique twist.
Crafting the Perfect Music Brief
Once you’ve chosen your DJ and entertainment setup, the final step is creating a music brief. This doesn’t need to be complicated: simply jot down the genres, songs, and artists you love, along with any tracks you’d prefer not to hear.
Your DJ will then map out the night’s journey, building energy naturally. The key is to let the DJ read the crowd and decide when to drop certain tracks. Too much micromanaging can interrupt the flow — but of course, if you want a big opening track or a special last song, we’ll make sure that happens.
Make Your Christmas Party Unforgettable
From the right DJ to the perfect lighting, live musicians, and sound systems tailored to your venue, we make sure every detail is covered so your Christmas party goes off without a hitch.
🎄 Whether you’re planning an intimate festive gathering or a large corporate celebration, our team will ensure your dance floor stays full and your guests leave with memories that last.
Planning a Christmas party in London or the South East?
Get in touch with us today to book your DJ and entertainment.
