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Guides

Seattle Event Planning Guides

Free planning guides from a working Seattle DJ.

These are free planning guides from a working Seattle DJ. Each one contains practical tips built from real events, so you can plan your school dance, corporate party, or karaoke night with fewer surprises.

Guides and checklists

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SchoolsPlanning

Homecoming Dance Planning Guide

A full timeline, budget lines, chaperone plan, and what to ask any DJ.

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SchoolsPlanning

Printable Homecoming Planning Checklist

Free printable checklist that takes you from first planning to event teardown.

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CorporateKaraokePlanning

How to Plan a Company Holiday Party With Karaoke

Hosted karaoke cost, a booking timeline, a run of show, and songs coworkers will sing.

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CorporatePlanning

Printable Holiday Party Planning Checklist

Free printable checklist from the budget ceiling 10 to 12 weeks out to the final recap.

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Planning

How Much Does a DJ Cost in Seattle?

Average DJ prices by event type, what drives the cost, and why the cheapest DJ can cost more.

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