Real Events · September 18, 2025
Sam & Kevin's Charming Wedding at Forbidden Root Brewery in Chicago's West Town Neighborhood
When it comes to planning a wedding in Chicago, couples face more decisions than they can count. From venues and menus to music and décor, every detail matters. For Sam and Kevin, their journey to the altar came with an unexpected twist: their original venue permanently closed before their big day. Suddenly, they had to [ ]
Real Events · June 26, 2025
Abigail & Nick's Vibrant Wedding Reception at the Chicago Cultural Center in The Loop
On June 21st, friends and family gathered to witness the wedding of Abigail and Nick, which took place at the breathtaking Chicago Cultural Center. The couple celebrated their love in style with a reception that was as uniquely Chicago as the stunning venue itself. We at Paul Michaels Events had the honor of providing the [ ]
Real Events · October 28, 2024
Madeline & Connor's Timeless Wedding at Union League of Chicago Club in Downtown Chicago
What an incredible day it was celebrating Madeline and Connor’s wedding at the Union League Club of Chicago! This celebration was full of beautiful moments, thoughtful details, and pure joy, and we were honored to help make it unforgettable. From the elegant cocktail hour to the high-energy dance floor, we brought our full Wedding Experience [ ]
Real Events · January 11, 2024
Hormel Foods Planters Peanuts Very Merry 2023 Holiday Party at LondonHouse Chicago
Tis the season for joy, celebration, and unforgettable corporate holiday parties. This year, Hormel Foods & Planters Peanuts raised the bar with a Winter Wonderland-themed extravaganza hosted at the stunning LondonHouse Chicago. To amplify the magic and ensure a truly festive evening, they chose Paul Michaels Events to provide DJ services. As the best corporate [ ]
Real Events · November 2, 2023
Allie Gabe's Heartfelt Wedding at Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling, Illinois
Love was in the air as Allie and Gabe embarked on a journey of a lifetime at the beautiful Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling, Illinois. Every moment of their wedding celebration was filled with elegance, enchantment, and unforgettable memories. For our bride and groom, it was love at first sight – or should [ ]
Real Events · July 31, 2023
Aviva Ben's Harmonious Wedding at Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago's Bridgeport
We might be halfway through 2023, but the weddings are still coming in strong! We recently had the honor of being a part of Aviva and Ben's big day at the Skyline Loft in the Bridgeport Art Center. Their wedding was an exquisite and elegant affair, made even more memorable with the assistance of our [ ]
Real Events · July 24, 2023
Erika Nabeel's Fusion Wedding at The Woman's Club of Evanston in Evanston, Illinois
A little over a month ago, we had the honor of being a part of Erika and Nabeel's wedding celebration. Their fusion Indian/American wedding took place at the stunning Woman's Club of Evanston, a gorgeous historic venue that was the perfect setting for their big day. For this wedding, we provided our Evanston DJ entertainment [ ]
Real Events · July 18, 2023
Joe Vasti's Monumental Wedding at Avli on the Park in Chicago's Lakeshore East
We had the absolute pleasure of being a part of Joe and Vasti's unforgettable wedding celebration at Avli on The Park. This stunning venue, located in Chicago's Lakeshore East neighborhood, provided the perfect backdrop for their special day. With our wedding VIP package and premium photo booth, Paul Michaels Events ensured a night filled with [ ]
Real Events · July 11, 2023
Ben's Bar Mitzvah at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
We recently had the pleasure of providing bar mitzvah entertainment services for Ben's soccer-themed Bar Mitzvah. The festivities took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glen Ellyn, where the basement was transformed into an energetic and vibrant space adorned with soccer-themed black and white decor, along with lime green and purple uplighting. We also [ ]
Real Events · July 3, 2023
Joseph Jared's B'Nai Mitzvah at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard, Illinois
A little less than a month apart, we found ourselves back at Congregation Etz Chaim for another wonderful unforgettable celebration. This time, we had the honor of providing b'nai mitzvah entertainment services to Jared and Joe. This event was made all the more special with the fact that Jared and Joe were actually the twin [ ]
Real Events · May 19, 2023
Samuel's Bar Mitzvah at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard, Illinois
The only event better than a Bar Mitzvah is a Bar Mitzvah that celebrates the youngest family member's coming of age. Samuel's Bar Mitzvah was a particularly special one for Paul Michaels Events, as we had the privilege of providing DJ services for his two older brothers' Bar Mitzvahs in years past. We were ecstatic [ ]
Real Events · March 22, 2023
Madelaine's Stellar Sweet 16 at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont, Illinois
Paul Michels Events had the honor of being the best Sweet 16 Chicago DJ for Madelaine's birthday celebration. The day took us to Ruffled Feathers Golf Club, where the spacious ballroom was the perfect venue for both dining and dancing. The theme for Maddie's special day was Under the Stars , so we made sure to [ ]
Real Events · February 4, 2023
Kate Graham's Long-Awaited Wedding at Glen View Club in Golf, Illinois
Even though they officially got married in 2020, Kate and Graham wanted to celebrate their marriage with their loved ones. To make their celebration perfect, they had to find the best Chicagoland wedding DJ company to bring the music and the right energy. So, of course, they enlisted Paul Michaels Events to get the job [ ]
Real Events · January 25, 2023
Shannon & Ryan's Sensational Wedding at Biltmore Country Club in North Barrington, Illinois
August might be cooling down, but the weddings are still coming in hot. Shannon and Ryan's wedding was a prime example of this. From beginning to end, Paul Michaels Events helped to make sure the day was nothing short of sensational. We made sure to prove that we're the best wedding DJ in the Chicagoland [ ]
Real Events · January 22, 2023
Kellie & Greg's Vivacious Wedding at Deer Path Inn in Lake Forest, Illinois
You couldn't have asked for a better day to get married than August 13th - just ask Kellie and Greg! This day had all the right elements for a perfect wedding day, including the team that put it together. Kellie and Greg made sure to acquire some amazing vendors for this special occasion, which is [ ]
Real Events · December 30, 2022
Jennifer & David's Elegant Wedding at The Penthouse Hyde Park in Chicago
For Jennifer and David, November 12th is a date that holds great significance to them. Not only was this the date of their perfect wedding celebration, but also the anniversary of their first date AND the anniversary of their engagement. After years of waiting for this moment to come, it was important to them to [ ]
Real Events · December 14, 2022
Kristen and Rich's Grand Wedding at Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
October may be close to ending, but the weddings are going strong. For Kristen and Rich, we provided our DJ Services just north of Chicago in Rosemont, Illinois. Their wedding took place at the illustrious Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago in the Rosemont Room. Kristen and Rich went all out for their wedding by opting for [ ]
Real Events · December 3, 2022
Linda and Eric's Farmhouse Wedding at Ashley Farm in Yorkville, Illinois
As some may know, October tends to be one of the busiest months during wedding season - and we're no exception to that! Continuing on with the busy month, Paul Michaels Events took a journey to provide wedding DJ Services in Yorkville, Illinois. For this occasion, we provided microphones and music for their ceremony. [ ]
Real Events · November 26, 2022
Alyssa and Dan's Timeless Wedding at Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, Illinois
As we transition from summer to fall, Chicago weather can get fairly unpredictable. Outdoor weddings in October can be tricky, but thankfully for Alyssa and Dan, the day turned out perfect. For this wedding, we headed out to Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, IL. Our DJ services included our Wedding VIP Package, ceremony services, [ ]
Real Events · November 4, 2022
Mitch and Josh's Chicago LGBTQ Wedding at Artifact Events
Paul Michaels Events had the pleasure of providing wedding DJ services for Mitch and Josh's big day. Their wedding took place at Artifact Events in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood. DJ Shannon and Assistant Mo made sure the day matched the couple's vision by providing services from our wedding elite package. They also added on ceremony services [ ]
Real Events · December 16, 2021
Lindsey and Brian's Wedding at Royalty West Banquet Hall in Willow Springs, IL
DJ Shannon and Assistant Israel were very excited to be part of Lindsey and Brian’s Emerald and Gold wedding at Royalty West Banquet Hall in Willow Springs, IL. We provided the Wedding Elite Package with a Premium Photobooth and Dancing on the Clouds Effect! Lindsey and Brian’s wedding started with their Ceremony in the main [ ]
Real Events · December 5, 2021
Megan and Jim's Wedding at the Kimpton Gray Hotel in Downtown Chicago
We were so excited to finally get to DJ James and Megan’s Downtown Chicago Wedding! Megan and Jim have known about Paul Michaels Events for a few years now, since we DJed Jim's twin brother's wedding in 2017. There is nothing greater to us than referrals, especially within the family! Megan and Jim originally scheduled [ ]
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 · 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 [ ]
Event Tips · August 31, 2020
5 Wedding Entertainment Ideas That Will Impress Your Guests
A unique and varied line-up of entertainment options will not only excite your guests but also create a fun atmosphere for your event. While the dance floor may be entertainment for some crowds all night long, adding a few extra touches to entertain the guests can be great additions to your wedding. If you’re looking [ ]
Event Tips · July 9, 2020
5 Reasons Why a Photo Booth is Exactly What Your Wedding Needs
Looking for a fun addition to your wedding day that will entertain all of your guests? We think we’ve found exactly what you’re looking for. Photo booths make for the ultimate addition to a wedding day’s entertainment, as a great opportunity for everyone to let their hair down and have a laugh together. Plus, [ ]
Real Events · October 9, 2019
Dj'ing the Joliet Central HS Homecoming 2019
The party never stops at Joliet Central High School, and that’s exactly what we experienced providing our DJ services for their Homecoming Dance. From the moment we started providing our tasty mashups and tunes, the room became energized, and so did the students .who seemed to stay on the dance floor the entire night. Once they [ ]
Real Events · July 8, 2019
Devil's Ball at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in Chicago
Our night providing entertainment services for the Devil's Ball at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University We recently rocked out at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in Chicago for their annual Devil's Ball . We were so happy to be providing the DJ services for this party. Plus, we brought the photobooth and provided those [ ]
Real Events · May 23, 2019
Fenton High School Prom 2019 at the Meadows Club in Rolling Meadows
What a way to wrap up the 2019 Prom Season! We recently provided our Chicago based DJ services and Photobooth rental services for the Fenton High School Prom at The Meadows Club in Rolling Meadows. This party was definitely on point. The school had chosen Casino Royale as their prom's theme and even had casino [ ]
Real Events · December 10, 2018
Kim and Dan's Wedding at the Chicago Marriott Southwest in Burr Ridge
Kim and Dan came to us as a referral from one of their friends, which is TRULY the best form of flattery we can receive! Their friend who referred them to us knew that we'd take care of them as if we've known them for years, which is EXACTLY what we did! Kim and Dan [ ]
Real Events · November 7, 2018
Homecoming 2018 at Joliet Central High School
This homecoming season we had a blast rocking with Joliet Central High School for Homecoming 2019! DJ Marc and DJ Paul Michaels helped Joliet Central step up their school dances this year by giving them a needed upgrade for their entertainment with the help of our production company we partner with for large events! We [ ]
Real Events · March 10, 2018
Holly and Clinton's Ruffled Feathers Golf Club Wedding
Just recently DJ Tim, assisted by DJ Paul, provided DJ services for Holly and Clinton at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont. For this wedding we provided a special cocktail hour setup (in the bar area, outside of the reception hall), as well as an open air style photobooth (can be seen in the pictures [ ]
Real Events · March 2, 2018
Jill and Brett's Wedding at the Montgomery Club in Chicago
DJ Ian and Assistant Hootan recently helped Jill and Brett celebrate their wedding at the Montgomery Club in Chicago's River North area (where Paul Michaels Events is based). Paul Michaels Events provided full room uplighting, a photobooth, and of course an audio system appropriate for all of the couple's guests! One of the services we [ ]
Real Events · October 24, 2017
Fenton High School Homecoming 2017
It's official: Fenton High School's homecoming was rocked by Paul Michaels Events. Just a few weeks ago we spent the better portion of the day prepping and setting up for the Fenton High School (in Bensenville, IL) homecoming dance. Paul Michaels Events provided a huge audio and lighting setup, full room uplighting to color the [ ]
Real Events · September 24, 2017
Lori and Bryan's Nellcôte Chicago Wedding
To top off a whirlwind weekend of events for us, we were honored to provide wedding DJ services and a photobooth for Lori and Bryan at Nellcôte in Chicago's West Loop. Lori and Bryan were a referral from a mutual friend who has known Bryan since they were kids. As all of our clients know, [ ]
Real Events · July 8, 2016
Asha and Dustin's Wedding
I recently had the pleasure of providing DJ and Lighting Services at Esplanade Lakes in Downers Grove, IL for two good friends of mine from college. This amazing Downers Grove Wedding venue has some beautiful views of their pond with some very nice fountains surrounding the reception hall. Asha and Dustin got married in the [ ]
Real Events · March 28, 2016
Gillian's Bat Mitzvah
To kick the 2016 season off, my awesome team (consisting of my choreographer, Kevin, and the newest DJ to join the team, Luis) were able to help Gillian celebrate her Chicagoland Bat Mitzvah at the William Tell Hotel in Countryside, IL. Gillian had her Bat Mitzvah Ceremony at Congregation Etz Chaim in Lombard, IL. One [ ]