Marty Nightengale - Premier Wedding DJ & Host

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Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $3,500

Reception pricing

Prices start at $3,500

Packages

Prices start at $3,500

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ONLY ACCEPTING 2 MORE WEDDINGS FOR 2027!

I'm only accepting 2 more weddings for 2027 before I close my schedule for the year. Contact now to reserve your dream wedding & dance party!

Category: DJ

Type: Solo DJ

Size of act: 1

Genres: Americana

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About Marty Nightengale - Premier Wedding DJ & Host

Marty Nightengale - Premier Wedding DJ & Host

Elegant Weddings With Nightlife Energy

Hey there! I’m an outgoing & fun boutique wedding DJ that works with a limited number of couples to fully customize the vibe of the wedding day to your style & personality, and help guests have more fun than they planned on, until the very last song! As a DJ, host, & party producer I guide you through the wedding music to make the entire process easy, delivering an engaging wedding experience through crowd interaction (no awkward moments ever), full music curation, and immersive sound & full-room lighting design. Plus, your guests might just think you hired Pitbull ;)

I offer one custom experience that covers everything you'll need; all top quality sound equipment, lighting, and much more for the entire wedding day, with no hourly time limits. I also offer a flexible deposit schedule, if your interested. Check out what past couples are saying in my reviews section!

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Services

Services

  • Ceremony microphones and sound
  • Dancefloor lighting
  • Event planning
  • Learning new songs
  • Master of ceremonies
  • Multiple location support
  • Music during breaks
  • Sound system capability audience <300
  • Sound system capability audience >300
  • Uplighting

Musical genres

  • Americana
  • Blues
  • Classical
  • Country/Folk
  • Disco/Funk
  • EDM/House
  • Gospel/Christian
  • Jazz
  • Motown/Soul
  • Pop/Top 40s
  • R&B
  • Rap/Hip Hop
  • Rock
  • Scottish or Irish

Event types

  • After party
  • Cocktail hour
  • Elopement
  • Engagement party
  • Other
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Wedding ceremony
  • Wedding reception
  • Welcome party

Marty Nightengale - Premier Wedding DJ & Host packages

Nightengale DJ Experience

Price$3,500

Description

$3500-$4000 based on your event date & location. One package with everything you need, customized to your vibe; to make the wedding look beautiful, sound amazing, and flow smoothly so your guests want to stay all night! Plus, I'll guide you through the entire process of music and offer helpful tips based on your preferences.

What’s included
  • DJ for the entire day: ceremony through reception
  • No Time Limits
  • Custom app to make planning easy
  • Host to keep the party upbeat & guests engaged
  • Custom song edits to make special dances perfect
  • Professional help through every stage of planning
  • Wedding vibes customized for your vision
  • Flexible deposit payment schedule available
  • All top quality sound & lighting included
  • MANY extras, to make sure your day is perfect!
  • +$500 add a digital Photo Booth & backdrop

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

96 reviews

  • CM

    Cara M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 20

    DJ of the Year!!

    Marty Nightengale was the DJ we hired for our wedding, and he absolutely nailed it. From our first conversations, he was quick to respond and gave us clear guidance on everything we needed to know. On the big day, Marty kept the energy high and had our guests dancing the entire night—people are still asking for his contact info! He read the room perfectly and played a mix of songs that got everyone excited and involved. We couldn't have asked for a better person to keep our reception moving and fun. Highly recommend Marty if you want a DJ who will make your wedding unforgettable.

  • M

    Morgan

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 21, 2026

    Five Stars Isn't Enough for Marty

    We cannot say enough great things about Marty! From our first conversation through the very last song of the night, he was professional, accommodating, helpful, and genuinely fun to work with. Marty absolutely crushed it at our wedding. He kept the energy up all night, read the crowd perfectly, and made sure everything flowed seamlessly. We had countless guests come up to us throughout the evening to complement our choice of DJ. More than one person even said 'Wow, your DJ is LEGIT' and they were absolutely right. Beyond being incredibly talented, Marty was friendly, responsive, and made the entire process stress-free. He was flexible with our requests, offered great guidance when needed, and truly cared about making our day special. If you're looking for a top-quality DJ who will keep your dance floor packed and your guests talking long after the event is over, you absolutely cannot go wrong with Marty. We would recommend him without hesitation to anyone planning a wedding or special event. Thank you, Marty, for helping make our wedding day unforgettable!

  • SG

    Sara G.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 11, 2026

    Best DJ EVER

    You exceeded every expectation we had for the night. Truly you made our experience unforgettable and our guests could not stop raving about the music. It was the greatest night of our life and we credit a lot of that to you! Your craft is seriously amazing to see in action. Ryan and I will remember it forever and now we’ll be DJ snobs for the rest of our lives because we know no one will EVER be able to top what you did. You were absolutely amazing and thank you so so much! YOU ARE THE ACTUAL MR. WORLDWIDE!

  • AB

    Austin B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jun 29, 2026

    DJ Marty Rocks!

    Let me begin by saying that I, myself, am a special event DJ. When it came to booking a DJ for our wedding, there was no doubt that Marty was who we wanted to rock the party. Not only is he enthusiastic about weddings, he also brings a wealth of performance experience, having been a musician and DJ for decades. Marty came extremely prepared, even asking for a photo of each person giving a toast, so that he could brief each of them before their speech. He also runs his entire system through a battery backup, meaning that, even if the venue's power completely goes out, he can keep the party going. In terms of mixing, Marty is extremely polished and creative, keeping the energy high, and transitions seamless. We highly recommend DJ Marty Nightengale. You won’t regret booking him!

  • JD

    Jess D.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •May 27, 2026

    DJ MARTY!!!!

    DJ Marty brings the party- the lights, music, energy, and even joining guests on the dance floor for a quick hype! He was responsive and helpful throughout the wedding planning process as well! He is hands down the #1 DJ! Thank you!

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Yes! You can be as specific or open as you'd like about your music preferences. I'm here to make this perfect for what you and your guests like.
I have an amazing app called Vibo that lets you easily import music from your own playlists (Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Youtube), make specific song requests, view my recommended playlists to get ideas, and fill in wedding info so it's all in one place. Plus you can even invite your guests to make song requests on the app before the wedding.
I use wireless speakers that can be placed anywhere, and I use wireless lapel mini microphones for the officiant, and couples vows & guest readings. My speakers are waterproof and I'm not afraid of a little rain! My rule is "if you can stand outside in it, so can I".
Good sound equipment makes people want to dance more and I use top-quality sound equipment from RCF that immerses you in sound at any volume; you've haven't heard music sound this good before! For lighting I use modern tube/bar lights that are wireless so they can be placed anywhere, they're bright enough to make a party vibe but unlike traditional lighting they don't blind people or ruin the photos during the event. I also offer room up-lighting to enhance the look of any venue by coloring the walls with colored light. I have examples of these in my profile "Photos & Videos" section.
Yes! I always setup a wireless microphone to use for any toasts/speeches.
I perform weddings in NC, VA, & SC. I charge a travel fee for weddings outside of the Raleigh-Chapel Hill-Durham areas of NC. Contact me with your wedding location & date for an accurate pricing estimate.
I customize the music to match the client and the event. I'm completely comfortable with a wide variety of music; Pop, Rap/Hip-Hop, Rock, EDM, Country, Latin, R&B, Motown, Funk, modern hits, early 2000's, 90's, 80's, 70's, etc. When it's dance time I do real DJ transitions to keep the dance floor energy going and I read the crowd to match the music to the event & guests. You deserve more than a budget Spotify DJ that doesn't care if your guests leave and the dance floor is empty. I'm also well versed in non-dance music for the times when you need good music at a non-dance energy for cocktail hour, dinner, or a welcome party.
Let me know your date & location, then I'll give you a pricing quote and answer any questions you have. If you'd like to move forward with booking I'll send you a contract to look over and e-sign. Then a 50% deposit is due within 30 days, I accept most major forms of payment like credit card, Zelle, Venmo, Paypal, Cash App, ACH transfer, and a mailed check. After I receive the deposit you're all set! I'll reach out to setup a time to chat on a phone call or video call to start getting a feel on your wedding vibe.
Room Up-lighting is a set of wireless lights that are placed on the floor and shoot a soft beam of colored light up the wall. I control these lights to match my dance floor lighting and can change them from a soft color during dinner and then changing along with the music colors during dancing. This is a great and inexpensive way to decorate a venue and really makes the room feel like a party. I have examples of these in my profile "Photos & Videos" section.

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