DJ Dean was AWESOME!! He totally knew how to ENGAGE the crowd and get them WORKIN!! We gave him our Itinerary and he followed it to the tea. He even checked in to make sure ALL was rolling along and if there were any changes, he was VERY flexible and made it all work out wonderfully!! I would HIGHLY recommend DJ Dean and definitely use him again!! read more

My fiance and I had a very informative and great consultation with Dean. He even let us visit him during his off-hours so that we could have our meeting when it was convenient for us, which I really appreciated =) His consultation is thorough!! We spent at least two hours in there before I even realized it, going over music, lighting, and a photobooth, all of which his company offers. We did end up booking Ultimate Events, and I am very happy with their service. Dean is super prompt at returning all e-mails and is so helpful. What I liked most about him is he's not only the DJ who is there to play music. He truly wants to make the entire wedding special and memorable. I went in there thinking, okay, I just need someone to play music. However, he went far beyond that, and he has the perfect personality for keeping a party going while keeping it classy. I know that we're in for a treat on our wedding day =) 8/11/2012 Wedding Update! =) Dean was our DJ, and his company also provided the photobooth and uplights for our wedding. Everything was just perfect. I had no idea what my reception would look like, but when I stepped in during our grand entrance, it was like a dream. The room was beautiful. The uplights bathed everything in a very romantic and dreamy way and it was just the ambience I was looking for. Dean suggested what colors I should use and how many uplights I would need, and it was great. My wedding coordinator even mentioned how Dean was just as much a perfectionist as she was in wanting to create the best event possible, and it really showed. He was thorough, double checking with me about the timeline, going through pronunciations of people's names, giving any suggestions I needed. We also got our chairs through one of his recommendations, and they were easy to work with as well. It was great to have someone so kind and genuine to work with. All my guests loved the wedding games he played, especially the bride and groom game, since no one expected that one, least of all us!! I had no idea what was going on when we started, but it turned out to be one of the sweetest and spontaneous moments of the night =) Music was also great and very danceable, which is, of course, a key requirement. I asked for 80's, and he chose a great selection. Soo many guests and family came up to tell me how much fun they had and how this was the best wedding ever. The photobooth was a huge hit with the crowd as well, and I loved being able to see all the pix afterwards on the computer. All the props were adorable =) Thanks, Dean, for helping make this such a memorable night! read more

We just got married March 9, 2012! @ the Garden Room in Garden Grove :) Dean Hall is a great DJ he got the party going with his games and personality! And of course we loved the music!!! He is very professional and was so very organized with everything. We are so greatful to have had him as our DJ. When we met with him at his office he always made sure we were ok ,gave us snacks to eat and water. :) ( thanks Dean)!!! and his assistant Dawn we believe here name is.. was also very nice and helpful. We would definetely recommend Dean to anyone and everyone! Also, he made our reception look beautiful with the uplights! :) read more

I am so glad we found Dean for our wedding. He helped us set our timeline, accommodated last minute details, and kept the crowd happy. He definitely has a great personality. He is fast to respond to emails and phone calls. We were pretty hands off but everything worked out. I can't imagine my big day without him. I didn't have to worry about a thing because he was organized and on top of everything. I don't want to get married again but I wouldn't hesitate to use him if I did! read more

We hired DJ Dean for our recent wedding, and he took the wedding from GOOD to GREAT :) We had atleast 3 different guests tell us it was the best wedding they had ever been to, and that was mostly due to DJ Dean. The guests didn't have that awkward sitting around time while waiting for the bride and groom to come by their table. DJ Dean made sure the guests had games going on and entertainment the whole time. I won't give away any of the games, so that when you hire him, you and your guests will be just as entertained :) Also, our contract only kept him until 11pm but some guests were still dancing at that time. He didn't hesitate to keep playing, we went on the dance floor for a few last songs, and as our friends and family made a circle around us, it was one of the most memorable parts of the wedding for us. Bottom line if you want an AWESOME wedding, hire DJ Dean!! read more

From the Groom: From our first phone call with Dean, I knew he was the DJ for us. Few people have the power to radiate giddiness to those around them let alone through telephone lines. Dean does. Dean is a superstar. He is worth every penny. If you want to ensure that your guests have a good time and smile continuously, book him. Forget the decorations, the cake, the bridal party. All you need is Dean with his bouquet of colored lights spinning your party into dimensions of fun unknown to lesser parties. Half our guests didn't want to leave. We couldn't be happier with Ultimate Events!! Thanks again Dean you are the man. From the Bride: My guests to this day still talk about how great DJ Dean Hall was. Most of them saying "This was the best Wedding they have ever been to". I would like to thank Dean for helping us make this day one of the best day of our lives. He was so much fun, energetic and professional. He had the guests out of their seats laughing and dancing. I would give him a million star rating. Thanks again Dean! read more

My wife and I used Dean for our wedding in May and we had such a great experience throughout the whole process. We met with several DJs and we loved Dean because he walked us through our wedding day and helped us envision our reception for the first time. He had a lot of great ideas that helped make our wedding perfect. He knows how to appeal to any crowd and had our college friends as well as grandparents raving about how great our DJ was! Dean is really high energy and we were hesitant about playing games during our reception but he did a great job getting everyone involved without being "cheesy." We recommend Dean and Ultimate Events to everyone we know looking for a quality DJ you can count on to make your event the one people are talking about for years to come. read more

I've been a professional photographer for almost 15 years, photographing many many weddings and receptions. Dean is one of my utmost favorite DJs that I have encountered. He is kind and not too showy. He is a lot of fun and he personalizes his service to suit each couple's needs. He is extremely professional and I recommend him to friends and family! read more

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Dean is awesome! Hands down the best DJ around! More of an emcee really. He gave us ideas that all our guests loved. From the initial ice breaker to the trivia games. He knows how to handle a crowd to keep them energized and focused. He loves his job and it shows. I can honestly say our event would not have been nearly as fun without Dean and Ultimate Events. He helped us pick the perfect package for what we wanted. Also shout out to Ken who ran the photo booth all evening and also helped design the footer for our photo booth printouts! You guys rock! Kelly and I may get married again just to have you guys run the show! read more

I am so glad The Ranch recommended Ultimate Events. Our party would not have what is was with out our DJ Stephen. There was never a dull moment. The music played kept everyone on the dance floor and the fun games was a fun element to our party. Our Christmas party was hit and I will definitely use Ultimate Events again. read more

Dean DJ'd at our Christmas party last night and he was fabulous! The ice-breaker games he had us play were so much fun, the music was perfect, and he made sure everyone had a great time. I highly, highly recommend Dean! read more

Dean is the BEST! After using him for both my sisters' wedding, and now my own- we wouldn't have used anyone else! The photo booth was amazing! We were able to text ourselves all the pictures we took, and print copies. I would HIGHLY suggest his photo booth as it was the best one I've ever seen at a wedding. For our dinner Dean handled every curve thrown his way perfectly! When my brother was absent for his toast he was able to fill in the time with a fun game to keep us all entertained- which was not in the timeline but was PERFECT! Guests at the wedding had no idea anything was wrong :) The music for dancing was SPOT on! Everyone raved about how fun the music was. With just a few songs we had requested- he played every song as if I hand selected each of them! All in all he was so great to work with! So fun and easy going. It was the most fun and least stressful part of planning my wedding. Thank you Dean and Team for such a wonderful day! read more

We just recently booked Ultimate Events for our upcoming wedding. A friend who was a guest at a wedding where Dean was the DJ recommended him and we couldn't be more thrilled. Dean has wonderful and creative ideas for keeping guests entertained and keeping the atmosphere lively. I know that we'll be really happy we selected Ultimate Events! read more

We got married in July 2013 and hired Dean as our wedding DJ. Dean is detail oriented, intelligent, and resourceful. I was having trouble with the venue changing ownership and almost had to cancel Dean due to the different packages that the venue offered under new management. Dean was able to work something out for me with the venue and I was fortunate to be able to keep Dean on board. Dean was so dedicated to meet our expectation and did everything we had asked for. He even went above and beyond on our wedding day. All the guests loved Dean; until today, 6 months after our wedding, I still hear friends praise about Dean's performance. Dean's price is not the least expensive, but I believe you get what you pay for. If entertainment at your wedding or party is crucial to you, go with Dean! He will not disappoint you. Thanks Dean! :) read more

Dean was absolutely amazing!!! He rocked the house! He was very amusing and most importantly entertaining to everyone! He kept everything flowing even though there were a few bumps in the road, we were the only ones to know about them! His choice of music was great and he worked very well on the fly! If we could have given more stars we would have because that is how impressed we were with him! Dean and Ultimate Events are definitely the choice to make if you want your wedding or event to be the absolute best! read more

Dean Hall was spectacular!!!! He did everything we asked him to and was entertaining our guests throughout the evening. The wedding was seamless because of Dean. He played all of the songs, games, and special requests that we've previously discussed. We had a great communication during the consultation process and everything went off without a hitch! We totally recommend Dean Hall as your DJ/MC for any events! We couldn't have been happier! read more

My wife and I got married January 3rd 2015 and had Dean as our DJ. We were referred to him by a couple we knew that had him at their wedding. Having Dean as our DJ was the best decision we made. He had the whole group entertained throughout the whole time. Dean went above and beyond what we were expecting. I loved that he was always available for us during the planning and would always find a convenient time for us to meet him. During the wedding we had so many comments about how amazing he was and we couldn't agree more! Dean is absolutely the best and I would recommend him to EVERYONE! Save your date with him NOW he will book up fast and was worth every dime! read more

Dean was the dj at our wedding and one word comes to mind when I think about our experience with him and that is AMAZING! He was so incredible and on point with everything we had to do. He was great about getting back to us and making enough available times to see us. It is a bit pricy but he worked it out for us and let us make monthly payments which really was so sweet. My wedding wouldn't of been so much fun if it wasn't for Deans enthusiasm and happiness. He really got to know us and understand what kind of wedding we wanted and what kind of music/entertainment we liked. Everyone told me after our wedding what an amazing dj we had and how much fun our wedding was...some say it was the best wedding they have ever been too. I'm so happy we went with Dean and we found him on Yelp. Don't waste your time looking around for the cheapest dj because thats what your going to get..cheap! Dean was awesome and you don't need to look no further. Thank you so much Dean. You made our wedding truly magical and fun read more

Dean was amazing at my wedding this last Saturday! He is the party! EVery song he played was perfect! I loved him so much! Thank you, thank you, thank you Dean! Everyone was raving about how awesome the dj was! You made my day perfect! read more

What can I say about Dean and Ultimate Events?! He is simply amazing! My husband and I used him for our wedding reception in November 2013. We booked him in early October of the same year so it was short notice but not once did he make a fuss of it was more than willing to work with us. He is professional, friendly and he kept everyone entertained. He kept with the schedule and improvised when necessary. He did an awesome job! He is full of great ideas which I know is what made the reception go by smoothly. Our friends and family still talk about how much fun they had playing the ice breakers and how great he did with the music! If our budget had allowed it, we would've also used the photo booth package he offered us. He was never pushy about his packages and understood that we had a budget. I HIGHLY recommended Dean to anyone who is in need of a DJ. I would hire him again in heartbeat! read more

DJ Dean was absolutely fantastic! It was our first annual company Christmas party had at a public venue, the Newport Beach Yacht Club. At first, we hesitated about upgrading to lights, but believe me it was worth the additional cost, seriously! I highly recommend it! You will be amazed at how much your guests will appreciate the "let's party & dance" atmosphere! By the end of the evening, we didn't want to leave. But, unfortunately, there was a curfew. The games we played and the professional attitude & equipment, Dean got everyone participating and laughing our heads off! Please book Ultimate Events, you will not be disappointed. read more

If you want to hear "that was the BEST wedding reception I have ever been to," then choose Dean as your DJ. I had the pleasure of attending another reception this weekend and it was professional, beautiful, and a blast! Make sure you request the games- you won't regret it! read more

DEAN IS THE BEST!!! He did an absolutely amazing job at our wedding and we could not have been more impressed with his work. He read the crowd so well and kept the crowd entertained and dancing the whole entire time! He evens does the wedding coordinating during the event which was a huge help! He was there throughout the whole process answering any questions we had and was always available via email or phone. We even had last minute changes to our ceremony and he had no problems working with us and making everything happen that we wanted! He is simply the best and if you want to have the best DJ and wedding ever, hire Dean and Ultimate Events! I promise you, you won't regret it!! Thank you Dean and Ultimate Events!! read more

Dean is THE BEST!!! We found Dean when our first daughter got married 10 years ago. We booked him for our 2nd daughter's wedding and again for our 3rd daughter. We would never use another DJ. Dean pays attention to detail while planning our event, has class and personality plus! He plays games with the audience keeping them involved, so if you don't like to dance, you'll still have fun. My daughter overheard someone say, "This is the most fun wedding I've ever been to." And my new son-in-law said to me, "This guy is great!" We have no more daughter's to marry off, but if we did, Dean would be our man! read more

Dean at Ultimate Events was absolutely fabulous for our New Year's Eve Wedding. He was so prepared and spent the time and effort to really get to know us before our wedding. He showed in everything that he did that he loves his job and was determined to make it the funnest, most special day of our lives. He always returned our calls quickly and made our crazy schedules work into his to hold calls and a meeting before the wedding. On the wedding day, he showed up early, stayed late, brought more than we expected and was able to read the crowd the entire night to keep things going. He was the best DJ we ever could've asked for and is someone that we will keep in our lives and at the top of our list for every event needing a DJ in the future. I recommend Dean and hsi staff at Ultimate Events without any reservation whatsoever. They are the best and earned every penny. read more

My (now) husband and I were in search for a DJ for our wedding in Garden Grove. We came across Ultimate Events and their impressing amount of five-star reviews. We contacted the company and spoke with Dean, who stayed on the phone with us for almost an hour as he answered questions and explained his DJ services. We then met with him in person to find that he was extremely energetic, personable, and concerned about our requests and needs. The day of our wedding went off without a hitch--and this was mostly due to Dean. Dean was wonderful in keeping timelines and adjusting them as needed. He was in communication with us the entire night to make sure that we were doing okay. And the games that he facilitated were great! We had a mixture of very introverted and very extroverted personalities at our wedding. All of the guests that I saw seemed to be involved with each of the games. The first comment from everyone I have spoken with has been something similar to: "your wedding was so much fun--where did you find that DJ?" We can say that we were thrilled to find Ultimate Events; I couldn't imagine using any other DJ and having the same wonderful experience at our wedding! In other words, look no further--you have found your DJ! read more

We found Ultimate Events and DJ Dean on Yelp and we are sure glad we did! We wanted a DJ that was going to do more then just plug in a iPod. DJ Dean definitely does more then that. He walked us through the whole process from music selection, ideas to keep guests involved, and he throws in some MC skills as well. In the whole process the word "no" never came out of his mouth. In our first meeting he promised a great time or our money back and we would not even think of asking for a cent back. We got several comments during the reception and after about how much fun he was. He even helped plan and coordinate a flash mob by our family as well as made some last second adjustments with microphones and speakers with no fuss. My wife and I couldn't be happier. He is the real deal and not some part-time DJ that plugs in an iPod and plays the role. Thanks DJ Dean you rock! read more

The DJ is probably the most important part of a wedding reception because they pretty much run the show. When we met with Dean, we were instantly impressed!! He showed us all the lighting that could be used for the reception and told us about games that he does at weddings. Games? At a wedding?? Sounds crazy but this was the most awesome part!! All of the games were fun and my husband and I had no idea which games he was even going to do but they were hilarious!! Our guests were ALL having the best time and no one was bored at all! Dean made suggestions that were suited for us and they turned out to be wonderful suggestions! Most of them were regarding the music, for example, to not have a different song for each bridal party entrance and it totally worked! Dean was a fabulous DJ and was hilarious and professional! He showed up right on time and had everything ready way before the ceremony was going to start. As a bride, timing is SO important on that day and Dean getting there with plenty of time set my mind at ease!! In addition, we were emailed pages to fill out that were very straight forward for the ceremony and reception. We were also sent a TON of sample songs for every single part of a wedding: processional, candle lighting, first dance, cake cutting, father daughter dance, etc. and this really helped us pick the right song!! Back to the games...I cannot tell you how wonderful they were! Everyone was involved and it made it one of the more unique weddings any of our friends have been to!! (In a good way!). ALL of our friends and family told us how great our wedding was and how great our DJ was. Three weeks later and people are still talking about how they have never had as much fun as they did at our wedding! The price might be out of some of your range, but he is worth every penny!!! You get what you pay for...so spend it on the BEST DJ around!!! Dean is truly the best and I am so so so glad we chose him for the most important day in our lives, thus far. I would hire him again in a second!! If I could give him 10 stars I would!! I would definitely recommend Dean and Ultimate Events!!! read more

To update the post I first wrote when we booked Dean, HE WAS AWESOME at the wedding!!! We were so happy with the music, his entertainment and the lighting package. He didn't miss a beat. He kept people dancing and the flow of the night moving. We didn't have to stress, he had the agenda we all arranged prior and he was on top of it!! To top it off he was a friendly, cheerful and lively to us and our guests. Dean- YOU ROCk!!! Thank you for making our wedding such a celebration! read more

We got Dean for our DJ for our wedding reception last July 2016. This is a long overdue review because Dean truly deserves it! Dean is the ultimate DJ you can ever hope for. I got him just by reading all the Yelp reviews and they were all 100% true. Dean was not only our vendor. From the first time me and my husband met him, we can already tell that he is going to be a very important person in our wedding. He really is like our wedding planner. He is very detailed and made sure that everything is covered. He is very professional and very approachable. He knows his music and knows how to handle the crowd. Our wedding reception was a night filled with endless laughter and everybody was dancing and engaged to Dean's planned games and activities. A lot of our guest told us that it is the best wedding that they've attended. Best decision ever to get Dean! Thank you Dean from the bottom of our heart! read more

Dean went above and beyond to make our wedding reception even better than we had imagined. Dean has a ton of experience and it shows throughout the process from planning to the actual day of the event. Dean worked with us as well as our venue and other vendors to help plan every major and minor detail. He listened to our ideas and offered many of his own. Our wedding was on the smaller side, and one of our main concerns was that the energy level would be lower than at larger weddings we had been to in the past. Dean did such a fantastic job as emcee that this turned out not to be a problem at all. He created the exact energy level we were hoping for, saying the right things, playing the right music, hosting games and just in general making the reception a great time for us and our guests. We saw our guests cracking up with laughter, and getting up to dance and have fun, and we couldn't have been happier with the way the event unfolded. Dean was a pleasure to work with. We would absolutely ask for Dean again for future events and we give him our strongest possible endorsement. read more

Seven years ago, as my wedding gift for some dear friends, I acted as their day-of coordinator so they wouldn't have to deal with anything on the day of their wedding. I have kept Dean Hall's number in my phone for all that time, waiting for the day I get married. That day is now in two weeks, and I cannot even begin to say how thrilled I am that Dean is going to be there for it! He is such a pleasure to work with. He kept the mood light and fun, and got everyone out on the dance floor. He created a great atmosphere, and honestly, it was the best wedding I've ever been to and I feel like he was a huge part of the reason why it was so great. From the perspectives of both a wedding guest and a wedding professional, I cannot say enough good things about him. You absolutely must hire him if you can! read more

Dean Hall from Ultimate Events was just great! It can't get any better than he did. I had seen perform at three Xmas Parties that my wife's company had hired him for and this convinced me to get him for my company. I had to convince many of my co-workers that he was the "Guy" for our company Xmas Party. We had many doubters. But after the party, everyone realized how great Dean was. We plan on using him next year also. read more

We had Dean Hall as our Wedding DJ on Oct. 5, 2014. He truly kept the party going from beginning to end. Every guest couldn't stop raving about how incredible he was. He exceeded our expectations by far, and created a perfect atmosphere that was fun and exciting the entire time. We are so happy that we had him for our special day. Dean is amazing at what he does and I promise you would love him too. Danny and Jen Zavatsky read more

I'm a Southern California country dance instructor and have worked with DJ Dean. He is an amazing DJ and will make your event unforgettable! read more

Ultimate events provided DJ and photobooth services for my wedding yesterday. I'm writing this review just one day after to say how amazing their services are! I will be recommending Dean to everyone I know. From the very beginning Dean was organized, honest, beyond professional and super inviting/welcoming. He met with us as many times as we needed and promptly responded to any of our questions/ concerns which was important to me. He walked us through every moment of our wedding and was also very flexible when we wanted to change things around. The games he played with our crowd during the downtime made our night so original and special. He really knows how to read the crowd and respond accordingly. The photobooth was large and it came with two attendants dressed professionally, plenty of props and an album that people could place pictures in and write us a note. I would recommend this photobooth service highly if you are looking for professional and fun! I can't say enough good things about Dean and Ultimate Events. He is completely worth every penny and so much more! read more

We had the best experience having Ultimate Events DJ our wedding! All of our guests left our wedding saying it was the best wedding they had ever been to...and my husband and I think it was all thanks to Ultimate Events. They are totally worth the money. They kept my guest entertained the entire reception. They didn't just play music. They played trivia with our guests and had fun games planned. We didn't have to manage our time at the wedding because he kept everything flowing smoothly the entire reception. I loved that they were flexible with me changing the itinerary last minute too. The whole team is extremely genuine and flexible! We recommend them to everyone! read more

We had DJ Dean for our wedding at Hotel Laguna on April 26, 2015. From the moment we first sat down with him, we knew right away that he was going to be the perfect DJ for our event. During the planning meeting he had so many amazing ideas for keeping the crowd entertained, we had to select him. He was very flexible with payments, and we stayed in touch constantly throughout the process. On the day of the wedding he delivered exactly as expected. We gave him ideas about what we wanted but also left things up to him as far as music type etc. He felt out the crowd and played exactly the right kinds of music. It was perfect. He had many awesome ice breakers and fun games, that kept even us surprised. I had so many people come up to me and tell me that he was the best DJ they had ever seen at a wedding. He truly helped us have the best wedding ever. Thank you so much. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone without any hesitation. read more

Just had my daughters wedding and Dean was amazing! My daughter got him via referral and I had little to do with hiring him, but she made a great decision. He is very professional and personalized the evening by having great info on the bride and groom and weaving multiple "get-out-of-your-seats" games and events throughout the night...he really made the reception with how he kept everyone involved and energized. I have very particular and detail-oriented friends and they all commented that he was the best DJ they have ever seen and that my daughter's wedding was very memorable. Dean really made it this way, so I strongly recommend you to include him in your interview planning when selecting a DJ for any occasion needing one. read more

With a month or so to go before our wedding, my wife (fiancée at the time) and I were still looking for a DJ for our wedding and reception. Our choices were narrowed down to two. After meeting with both DJs, we had a difficult choice to make. We were really impressed with Ultimate Events/DJ Dean Hall but the other DJ was significantly cheaper. In the end, we went Ultimate Events/Dean because we liked what they had to offer, and it was completely worth paying a little more for the added value and peace of mind that comes with an experienced, knowledgeable, and energetic DJ. Ultimate Events/Dean bring a lot to the table: professionalism; a good attitude; a people person; tons of experience; attention to details; a good grasp of what works and what might not (and he's very honest/straightforward in this regard); seemingly endless energy; and fun. Because of these factors, we felt more comfortable working with Dean. Dean had a lot to do with the success of our wedding and reception. With Dean's input and execution, the ceremony was virtually flawless. The reception was just about perfect as well. Seeing it first hand, a good DJ for a wedding and/or reception is not just about playing music. Dean did a great job playing the right music at the right times and incorporating interactive games into our reception at the right times for the right purposes, which kept our guests entertained and the general mood upbeat. For example, to prevent chaotic stampedes to the buffet tables, Dean excused tables one-by-one by engaging the guests in a trivia game about our likes and dislikes - nice touch and very thoughtful. I imagine it's relatively easy to cater to a particular demographic like the twenty-somethings in the crowd and keep just them happy but at our reception everyone from the little ones to the elders and the shy or grumpy to the out-going were up out of their seats having fun. It takes a talented DJ to make that happen. Indeed, throughout the reception, several guests commented that ours was the best wedding they had ever been to, and much of the credit goes to Dean. If you decide to go with Ultimate Events and Dean Hall to DJ your wedding/reception, you can be at ease knowing that you're in good hands. read more