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Weddings, corporate parties, venues, music and everything we've learned running events across Chicagoland.
Real Events · August 9, 2021
Maddy and Adam's Wedding at Pinstripes in Oakbrook
DJ Shannon and Assistant Gabrielle had the honor to help Maddy and Adam to celebrate their wedding at Pinstripes in Oakbrook. Their reception took place immediately after tying the knot at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. The guests started the night with cocktails in the bar area before making their way into the reception hall, [ ]
Wedding Tips · June 14, 2021
How to Choose the Right Diamond for Your Engagement Ring
Choosing your engagement ring is an important decision because it’s likely you’ll be wearing that ring for the rest of your life. There are many things for you to consider. So, make sure you have a plan for how to choose your ring before you get started. Set a Budget The first thing you need [ ]
Real Events · June 1, 2021
Adriana and Michael's Wedding at the Inn on Broadway in Rochester NY
Paul was recently back on the road for another destination wedding in Rochester, NY. Adriana and Michael tied the knot at St Josaphat's Ukrainian Catholic Church for a traditional Ukrainian wedding ceremony. Later in the day, the couple and their guests made their way to the Inn on Broadway where DJ Paul Michaels and assistant [ ]
Real Events · May 28, 2021
Michelle and Harrison's Wedding at the Metropolitan Club in the Willis Tower in Chicago
For the first time it seems like Americans can finally see light at the end of this very long tunnel called COVID-19. Fortunately, a light is already shining bright on Paul Michaels Events as business is thriving once again. On Saturday, May 15, we had the pleasure of providing our services at the world-famous Willis [ ]
Real Events · May 24, 2021
Brianna and Justin's Wedding at Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn
Mazel Tov Brianna and Justin! Although this couple wasn't able to celebrate their wedding as originally planned in April 2020, after rescheduling a few times, they were able to celebrate with their family and friends with a beautiful Jewish Wedding Ceremony in 2021! DJ Shannon and DJ Paul had the distinct honor and pleasure of [ ]
Event Tips · February 4, 2021
Should You Hire a DJ or Band for Your Wedding?
Choosing the right music is essential to creating a memorable wedding. Meanwhile, the question of whether to hire a DJ or a band for your wedding reception may come up. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to this question. However, there are some things you can consider to direct you to the right decision. Try to [ ]
Event Tips · January 29, 2021
6 Creative Ways to Personalize Your Wedding
Your wedding is your day, therefore you can make it unique by personalizing your celebration to fit your personality. From the location you choose, to the wedding theme and wedding games, there are multiple ways to customize your event and make it unique. These are some great ideas to make a statement with your wedding! [ ]
Event Tips · January 21, 2021
2 Important Things a Great DJ Excels in Doing
There is more to DJing than just mixing songs or making playlists. It takes more than that to lead your guests through the entire evening smoothly and entertain audiences at weddings and parties. One good quality of a good DJ is not only do they have a wide database of music to choose from but [ ]
Event Tips · January 14, 2021
5 Top Ways to Engage Your Wedding Guests on The Dance Floor
If you are looking for ways to ensure your wedding guests thoroughly engage themselves at your wedding reception, here are a few very simple tricks to try. These are sure to get all your guests to the dance floor as soon as dance music comes through the DJ’s speakers! Have A Spacious Dance Floor [ ]
Event Tips · January 7, 2021
5 Questions A DJ Should Ask Bride and Groom
One way to gauge the experience and expertise of a DJ is from the questions they ask you. A good DJ will ask the clients the right questions to ensure they get the correct information needed to make your event perfect. Below are some questions you can expect your DJ to ask you. How [ ]
Event Tips · December 31, 2020
Secrets to an Awesome Wedding Dance Floor
One of the best and entertaining parts of a wedding is music and in extension, the dance floor! An empty or boring dancefloor is a nightmare we’re sure everyone would want to avoid. Below are some suggestions that will help your guests make their way to the dance floor and keep it rocking! Create [ ]
Real Events · December 28, 2020
Mary and Matt's Wedding Reception in Hampshire IL
Almost closing out the 2020 wedding season (which was near non-existent, as can be assumed), DJ Paul Michaels and Assistant Mani recently were honored to provide Hampshire IL Wedding Reception DJ Services for Mary and Matt at a private venue in Hampshire, IL. Matt and his family have been long time friends of Paul Michaels [ ]
Event Tips · December 23, 2020
6 Ways To Keep Guests Happy On Your Wedding Day
Your wedding day is obviously about you, but the truth is, it’s important to think about your guests when making plans. Even though it’s your day, your guests will appreciate it if you make them feel special too. Below we listed some tips to help you keep your guests happy. [ ]
Event Tips · December 17, 2020
5 Time-Saving Tips for Busy Couples
We all have things going on in our lives, add a wedding to the mix, and it can get overwhelming and time-consuming. For a busy bride or groom who doesn't have a lot of time to spare, planning their wedding could be very difficult. However, here are some wedding planning hacks to save you time. [ ]
Event Tips · December 9, 2020
4 Things to Know About When to Book A Wedding DJ
So, you already have a wedding date and you want a DJ because you know their presence would make a huge difference at your wedding, right? But when are you supposed to book one? How far in advance should you book one without the risk of losing your ideal DJ to another wedding? Below are [ ]
Real Events · December 5, 2020
Tiffany and JJ's Wedding Reception at River Roast in Downtown Chicago
We recently had the honor of working with Tiffany and JJ for their unique wedding with some fun covid adjustments! The couple had plans for their wedding of 200 people at River Roast, located in River North in Downtown Chicago this November. However, as we know, 2020 hasn't panned out exactly as expected for anyone's [ ]
Event Tips · December 3, 2020
6 Things No One Tells You About Planning Your Wedding
Let’s be honest here: Planning for a wedding is as exciting as it is overwhelming. If you didn’t know that before getting engaged, you probably do now. Your wedding will be a wonderful day riddled with gaiety and love but planning it can be challenging. We have found a few tips that most people don’t [ ]
Event Tips · November 5, 2020
What To Expect From Your Wedding DJ in 2020
A DJ is one of the ingredients that gives a wedding that unique and lovely flavor it needs. They can either make a wedding lively and unforgettable or boring. When signing an agreement with any vendor, you should know what to consider before you secure their services and sign a contract. This is particularly [ ]
Event Tips · October 29, 2020
The Ultimate Guide for An Amazing Bridal Shower
Having a bridal shower before your wedding day is an amazing pre-wedding event for many brides. A bridal shower is often an intimate and small-scale affair, and yet, it requires planning if you want it to be a success. Below are some tips to help you with planning your bridal shower. Venue As with [ ]
Event Tips · October 21, 2020
5 Tips to Get the Most from Your Wedding DJ
DJs are professionals who excel at using music to bring fun to any kind of event. They know how to read the crowd and keep them happy and excited. Conversely, because every client is different and has different needs, it is important to have some conversations with your DJ to get the most from them. [ ]
Real Events · October 18, 2020
Annie and Alex's Destination Wedding in Grand Beach, MI
In times like these, it’s inevitable that couples trying to have the wedding of their dreams will face countless challenges. Thankfully Annie and Alex discovered Paul Michaels Events, which had the pleasure of providing their services for their celebration of marriage in early October 2020. Their wedding took place in the beautiful, modest village of [ ]
Event Tips · October 15, 2020
5 Tips for Planning A Destination Wedding
Planning a wedding is a big thing on its own and planning a wedding happening miles away from you requires more effort. Hopefully, with some tips like the few gathered below, planning a destination wedding will be lots of fun. Pick a Destination You probably already have a setting and destination in mind for [ ]
Event Tips · October 8, 2020
3 Reasons Why a Professional DJ is a Necessity for Your Wedding DJ
Your wedding is a special event that comes once in a lifetime! That alone is enough of a reason why you should make sure everything is taken care of so it runs smoothly that day. You should to have vendors you can rely on, including (but not limited to) your music and entertainment! Not everyone [ ]
Real Events · October 7, 2020
Sara and Brad's Wedding at the Surf Hotel and Chateau in Buena Vista, CO
What an incredible day for Sara and Brad! The challenges of 2020 couldn't stop Brad and Sara because they could not wait to marry each other. While Brad and Sara are originally from Chicago, they moved to Denver. So, they wanted to have a Destination Wedding to share what they love about Colorado with their [ ]
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