Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Entertainment Partner in Des Moines
A Special Event DJ has been dedicated to creating unforgettable wedding experiences since 2012. Our team combines professional-grade sound equipment, innovative lighting solutions, and top-tier photo booth services to elevate every event. With a focus on personalized planning tools and a vast music library spanning decades, we ensure each celebration reflects the couple's unique style. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond entertainment, offering full-service wedding coordination and decor design. Backed by years of industry experience and a passion for event innovation, we serve Des Moines, Omaha, and surrounding areas with reliable, client-centric service. 
Services
Wedding DJ
Photo Booth Rental
LED Uplighting
Live Music
Wedding Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 10+ years specializing in wedding entertainment and coordination
- Uses professional-grade sound and lighting equipment
- Offers customizable packages for all event sizes
- Provides trained attendants for photo booths and lighting
- Maintains 5-star reviews for consistent service quality
What people say
Flawless service
DJ played all songs
Professional and friendly
Smooth evening
Awesome party
Services
Wedding DJ Services
Professional DJ services featuring extensive music libraries and state-of-the-art equipment. Our DJs specialize in creating customized playlists for weddings and events. We provide wireless microphones for toasts and ceremonies, with optional lighting integration. All packages include online planning tools and experienced professionals.
Photo Booth Rental
Interactive photo booth experiences with multiple format options. Services include traditional strip printing, 360 video booths, and social media-enabled digital booths. Each rental includes professional attendants, props, and customizable branding. Booths accommodate up to 10 guests with enclosed privacy.
LED Uplighting
Customizable LED lighting solutions for weddings and events. Our RGB system allows color matching to wedding themes with adjustable brightness. Packages include 8-16 lights with safe, heat-free operation. Monogram projection available for personalized touches.
Live Music Packages
Combination DJ and live music packages featuring professional drummers. Services include synchronized lighting and optional video playback. Packages offer flexible timing with 6 hours DJ and 3 hours live performance, including coordination with ceremony musicians.
Wedding Coordination
Comprehensive wedding planning services from 30-day to full-year coordination. Includes timeline creation, vendor management, day-of execution, and emergency kits. Packages offer varying hours and support levels with professional stylists and setup assistance.
People
Tim Bryan
Founder
Co-founder with 12+ years in event entertainment. Specializes in music technology and business operations. Leads equipment innovation and community outreach programs like Camp Jubilee.
Missi Bryan
Event Planner
Co-founder and marketing director with event planning expertise. Former nurse turned wedding coordinator. Manages day-of operations and client relations while overseeing Camp Jubilee nursing needs.
Mara Hansen
Lead DJ
Professional DJ with 8 years experience. Specializes in reading crowds and creating dance floor energy. Daughter of founders, brings generational knowledge and outdoor activity enthusiasm to events.
Nick Bryan
DJ
Experienced DJ with 6 years in the industry. Focuses on music curation and business operations training. Active in community events and family-oriented celebrations.
Savannah Bryan
Photobooth Attendant
Certified event planner with 3.5 years experience. Manages photobooth operations and decor coordination. Combines technical skills with personal touch for memorable guest experiences.
Questions
What wedding services do you offer?
We provide DJ services, photo booths, LED lighting, live music options, and full wedding coordination packages.
Do you serve areas outside Des Moines?
Yes, we serve Omaha, Ames, Cedar Rapids, and surrounding areas with travel packages up to 200 miles.
Can I customize my event package?
All packages include customizable elements with optional add-ons for lighting, photo booths, and coordination services.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional-grade sound systems, LED lighting, and DSLR-equipped photo booths with backup components for reliability.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance, especially for Saturday weddings during peak season.
Do you offer day-of coordination?
Yes, we offer 30-day, 90-day, and full-service coordination packages with on-site support and vendor management.
Reviews (7)
Andrea King
Oct 27, 2021
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ASEDJ was SO easy to work with. We loved their music portal which made everything so easy to plan for. Our DJ Riley did an absolutely AMAZING job from start to finish. All the music for the ceremony, MC work, and mic work was flawless. The dance floor was always packed, and our guests couldnt say enough how much fun they had during the reception. He did such a great job at using our music tastes but keeping the energy up and going. He was also so great at adapting to our needs at hand including a special request to play a video speech of a dear family member who couldnt attend. We cant
Jessica Melby
Oct 02, 2021
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If you are looking for a DJ for your event, Cody with Special Event DJ is your guy! He could read the crowd like a book and knew exactly which songs to play to keep the dance floor moving. We received lots of compliments after the wedding about how fun the DJ was. He made sure we had drinks all through supper, he contacted me the week of the wedding to make sure we were still good with the music list and just to go over final touches. Special Events also has a very user friendly web-based program that guides you through picking music and makes that part of planning so easy. I definitely recommend
Guin Wilson
Aug 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
We had ASE for our wedding in Omaha. We were lucky to get DK as our DJ who kept the energy up and played all of my BTS songs without a complaint! He made our night!
We had ASE for our wedding in Omaha. We were lucky to get DK as our DJ who kept the energy up and played all of my BTS songs without a complaint! He made our night!
Kristina O.
Aug 08, 2021
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We hired a Special Event DJ for our wedding this July, and it was worth every penny. This is a well-run business. They fit you with a DJ that will work best for your wedding and your vibe. Communication was great. Tim, the owner, answered all of my questions (there was a lot, he actually complimented me on them) in the beginning, and was very professional. Their online portal is a little confusing and I would have preferred to get the forms and download them and fill them out that way, but I found out a little too late. Anyway, they did sound for both our ceremony and reception. Huge shout out
Lena Craig
Aug 08, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I love working with ASE DJ! They know how to make things run smoothly and organized. Every person I talked was amazing. DJ DZ was the absolute best! He knows how to work the crowd. Thanks to everyone who helped plan, dj, and run the photo booth!
I love working with ASE DJ! They know how to make things run smoothly and organized. Every person I talked was amazing. DJ DZ was the absolute best! He knows how to work the crowd. Thanks to everyone who helped plan, dj, and run the photo booth!
Dawnette Brown
Aug 02, 2021
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We had the best experience, we utilized their day of coordination, Missi was a life saver! She was a wonderful go between with the vendors and saved this mom and bride so many stepslet us enjoy the day/evening but also checked in when she thought we should make the call on questionseverything went so smoothly, was just perfect! Now the DJ service with Tim was also exceptional, he kept our crowd going all night mixed in lots of different music, had the bride/groom favorite list and our dance floor was packed! Cant thank the Bryans enough and would recommend their services to all
Meghan Gray
Jun 22, 2021
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Super easy to book with! Their online planning guide was great and helped make sure we didnt miss anything! Very friendly when booking and planning! Our DJ was KJ and he did a great job at getting to our venue and getting set up and being super flexible with all our last minute changes! We had so many people out on the dance floor with us! 10/10 recommend!!
