Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding & Event Entertainment Partner
Founded in 1973 by Jim and Christine Temple, C&J Entertainment has evolved from basement beginnings to become a trusted name in event entertainment across Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia. Our proven expertise in wedding and private event entertainment, supported by nearly 40 years of experience, ensures clients receive seamless musical experiences tailored to their unique visions. Our team of professional DJs and live bands delivers diverse musical repertoires, creating unforgettable atmospheres that keep guests engaged across generations.With a track record of over 10,000 weddings and events, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service, maintaining our position as one of the region's most recommended entertainment agencies. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and client satisfaction remains unwavering, as demonstrated by three decades of dedicated wedding specialization since 1993.
Services
DJ Services
Live Bands
Uplighting
Wedding Receptions
Private Events
Venue Lighting
Event Music
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialized wedding entertainment experience
- Our team creates personalized music experiences for every generation
- We work with clients to ensure seamless event coordination
- We provide professional DJs and live bands for all event types
- We've successfully executed over 10,000 wedding celebrations
Services
DJ Services
Professional DJs deliver high-energy performances tailored to wedding receptions and private events. Our experienced entertainers specialize in creating seamless musical transitions that keep guests dancing throughout celebrations. With expertise in all music genres, we ensure perfect event pacing that matches each couple's unique vision.
Live Bands
Live musical performances bring authentic energy to special occasions. Our curated selection of top-tier bands covers multiple genres, from classic rock to contemporary hits. This premium entertainment option creates unforgettable atmosphere for milestone celebrations across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Uplighting
Customizable uplighting solutions enhance venue aesthetics through strategic light placement. Our color-matching expertise complements wedding decor while improving photographic opportunities. This affordable decor enhancement transforms spaces while maintaining budget-friendly pricing options.
Wedding Receptions
Comprehensive entertainment packages for wedding celebrations ensure perfect event flow. Professional DJs coordinate with couples to create customized timelines featuring personalized introductions, special dances, and crowd-pleasing playlists that keep guests engaged throughout the reception.
Private Events
Tailored entertainment solutions for corporate events, anniversary parties, and special occasions. Our experienced team adapts musical selections to suit different event types while maintaining energetic atmospheres. From classic hits to modern favorites, we ensure appropriate music for diverse guest demographics.
People
Christopher Temple
Owner
Christopher Temple leads C&J Entertainment with over 25 years of wedding industry experience. Following his father's legacy, he transformed the business into a premier event entertainment agency specializing in wedding services. His leadership ensures continued excellence in client satisfaction and service quality.
Jim Temple
Founder
Jim Temple founded C&J Entertainment in 1973, establishing the company's reputation for quality entertainment. With background managing military officers' clubs, he built a strong foundation that evolved into the wedding-focused business now serving thousands of couples annually.
Christine Temple
Co-Founder
Christine Temple co-founded C&J Entertainment with her husband Jim, contributing to the company's early success from their basement office. Her involvement helped shape the business's client-focused approach that continues guiding its service philosophy today.
Questions
What types of events do you specialize in?
We specialize in weddings and private events, creating customized entertainment experiences that keep guests engaged through diverse musical selections.
Do you provide services outside Maryland?
Yes, we serve Washington D.C., Northern Virginia, and surrounding areas, with extensive experience at venues across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Can I customize my event's music selection?
Our DJs work closely with clients to create personalized playlists that reflect your preferences and ensure perfect event flow.
Do you offer lighting services?
Yes, we provide uplighting services that enhance event spaces and complement room decor, available at affordable pricing options.
How many weddings have you handled?
With over 10,000 weddings celebrated since our founding, we bring extensive experience to creating successful wedding receptions.
What sets your service apart?
Our 40-year legacy of excellence, professional team of DJs and live musicians, and commitment to personalized service make us stand out.
Reviews (6)
Talyne D.
Nov 30, 2021
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Chris and DJ Karl were the absolute BEST to work with for our wedding, they made everything so easy and kept everyone on the dace floor all night! Chris was super personable and really great at walking us through the schedule of events for the day. He had great insights, gave advice when we needed it, and guided us through figuring out the best agenda that would work for what we were looking for. DJ Karl absolutely killed it on the day of the wedding! Our dance floor was packed the entire night, and everyone was raving about how awesome our DJ was. I seriously can't give enough praise for how great
Alexandra Hoffman
Oct 20, 2021
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Positive:Quality
Chris from C&J entertainment was amazing and so easy to work with! He had all the guests on the dance floor the entire night. He read the crowd so well. It was quite the dance party!! We strongly recommend hiring him as your DJ!
Chris from C&J entertainment was amazing and so easy to work with! He had all the guests on the dance floor the entire night. He read the crowd so well. It was quite the dance party!! We strongly recommend hiring him as your DJ!
Emily Michael
Jul 29, 2021
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We hired Chris for our wedding and he did a fantastic job! We never had an empty dance floor throughout the night! He was a joy to work with through the entire process. He is very professional and responsive. He provided expert advice on how to pick out the perfect songs for our ceremony and key moments during our reception. We received loads of compliments from our wedding guests about him and we're so thrilled with how the entire night went. We would hire him again in a heartbeat!
Victor Marquart
Jun 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Chris kept our wedding going! He always thinks of the things you dont think about. He does really well with taking your vision to the next level. Chris is also super professional and helpful. 10/10 would recommend!!!!!!!! Thank you Chris!
-Victor
Chris kept our wedding going! He always thinks of the things you dont think about. He does really well with taking your vision to the next level. Chris is also super professional and helpful. 10/10 would recommend!!!!!!!! Thank you Chris!
-Victor
Tanya Pajarillo
Jan 31, 2021
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Wow, Karl did such a great job! He was so flexible and went with flow. Both my husband and I forgot to communicate to him a couple changes made the day before but he caught on and adjusted accordingly for our wedding day. The music selection was exactly what we wanted. He even double checked with me regarding what songs he might not be able to get to which was highly appreciated. Karl communicated to our guests in the most perfect way. There was never a dull moment. We were very happy and impressed with Karl's work. Thank you for an amazing day! We worked with Chris prior to the wedding day and
Reed Perry
Dec 01, 2020
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Unfortunately, our wedding reception had to be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, we did go through the planning stages with reception, including selecting a DJ. Chris Temple was a pleasure to work with, and even during a difficult time to plan a reception, Chris was very enthusiastic and helped us enjoy the reception timeline and music selection process. He was great in helping us think through the logistics and timing of the event. Chris was very accommodating, and it is just unfortunate we could not actually hold the event due to tightened event restrictions due to the pandemic
