Business Details
14 Years
experience
Premier Wedding & Event Entertainment in Des Moines
A Special Event DJ has been dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for weddings and events since 2012. Founded by Tim and Missi Bryan in Indianola, Iowa, the company combines professional-grade sound equipment, innovative lighting technology, and personalized service to meet each client's unique needs. With a team of experienced DJs, photobooth attendants, and event coordinators, we specialize in wedding entertainment, corporate events, school dances, and private parties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of redundant sound systems, customizable lighting packages, and interactive 360 video booths that ensure seamless entertainment.We prioritize client satisfaction through our online planning tools, flexible service packages, and a family-oriented approach that emphasizes community involvement through initiatives like Camp Jubilee. Our expansion to Omaha, Nebraska demonstrates our ongoing dedication to growth while maintaining the personal touch that has made us a trusted name in event entertainment.
Services
Wedding DJ
Photo Booth Rental
LED Uplighting
Live Music
Wedding Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of professional event entertainment experience
- Our team uses redundant sound systems for uninterrupted music
- We provide customizable LED lighting packages to match any theme
- Our online planning tools streamline event coordination
- We maintain 24/7 customer support for event emergencies
What people say
Professional grade sound
Interactive 360 video booth
Customizable lighting packages
Seamless online planning
Exceptional crowd engagement
Services
Wedding DJ
Professional DJ services featuring top-tier sound equipment and extensive music libraries. Our DJs specialize in creating perfect playlists for weddings, ensuring seamless transitions and crowd engagement throughout your reception. Packages include wireless microphones for speeches and customizable lighting integration.
Photo Booths
Interactive photobooth experiences with multiple format options. Choose from traditional photo strips, social media-friendly digital booths, or 360 video booths that capture dynamic moments. All packages include professional attendants and unlimited sessions during your event.
LED Uplighting
Customizable LED lighting solutions that transform event spaces. Our RGB-controlled uplights create perfect ambiance by matching color schemes and adjusting brightness levels throughout your event, with options for 8 or 16 light packages.
Wedding Coordination
Comprehensive coordination services from 30-day planning to day-of execution. Our experienced coordinators manage timelines, vendor communication, and setup of decorative elements, with packages offering varying levels of support for different event sizes.
Live Music
Unique entertainment combining live drumming with DJ services. This hybrid package offers the energy of live performance with the versatility of digital music libraries, creating unforgettable moments for wedding receptions and special events.
People
Tim Bryan
Founder
Tim Bryan co-founded A Special Event DJ in 2012, leveraging his passion for music and entrepreneurial spirit to build Iowa's premier event entertainment company.
Missi Bryan
Event Planner
Missi Bryan transitioned from nursing to full-time event management in 2012, bringing organizational expertise that helped scale the company's operations and service offerings.
Mara Hansen
DJ
As the Bryan's eldest daughter, Mara began her career in event production at age 12 and became a professional DJ in 2018, continuing the family legacy in entertainment.
Nick Bryan
DJ
Nick Bryan started with equipment handling at age 8 and transitioned to professional DJ services at 18, now managing both performance and business operations aspects.
Savannah Bryan
Photobooth Attendant
Savannah Bryan combines her event planning expertise with photobooth operations, bringing a decade of experience to ensure memorable guest interactions at every event.
Questions
What services do you offer for weddings?
We provide DJ entertainment, photo booths, LED uplighting, monogram projections, and live music options specifically tailored for weddings.
Do you serve areas outside Des Moines?
Yes, we serve Ames, Cedar Rapids, Omaha, and surrounding areas with full-service event entertainment packages.
Can I customize my event lighting?
Our LED uplighting systems allow full color customization to match your wedding theme or corporate branding.
What's included in your DJ packages?
Packages include professional sound systems, wireless microphones, online planning tools, and experienced DJs for your event duration.
Do you offer event coordination services?
Yes, we offer day-of coordination and full-service wedding planning packages with varying levels of support.
How do your photobooth packages differ?
We offer traditional photo strips, social media-integrated digital booths, and 360 video booths with different feature sets and pricing options.
