Special Events Blog

Have an event coming up and you can't decide which DJ to hire? Here are three simple steps to help you find the right one for you!

Do your homework:

Check online for testimonials from their former clients. Besides first hand references, this is the next best thing to see how they work and what other clients thought about their work. If you like what you see, set up a time to meet with them in person to see how your personalities match up…you will be working closely with them to make sure your event goes off without a hitch!

See their work first hand:

Most DJ’s will be honored to let you see them in action or at least have a demo for you to listen too. This way you can make sure their style matches up to the type of event you are planning.

Make sure the price is right:

Anyone who is planning an event is on a budget, but picking the DJ with the lowest price is never the answer unless you are getting a friends and family discount :) If you want to work with the owner of the company, expect the price point to be higher than if you used one of their employees. Some DJ's will have extra goodies to make your event standout such as up lighting and gobo's, which are well worth the extra penny.

Check out our preferred vendors list for your next event at the Courtyard on St. James!!!

A fun party favor that can add a bit of character to any event, caricature artists are an unexpected, easy way to entertain your guests while giving them something to take home.  Exaggerations of a person’s likeness, these drawings display an interest in a distorted and non-typical way. Be it riding a pony, or racing down a roller coaster, caricature artists are a good way to spruce up your party in a non-traditional type of drawing while adding humor!

Photo source : : macgarcia.com

Want to add a wow factor to your event, without spending major dollars…Well look no further!  Tissue pom-poms are a huge hit with all types of events such as weddings, teen events, birthday parties etc. 

They are so easy to make and allow you the freedom of any size you choose and any tissue paper color that is offered.  Follow these easy steps and get ready for all the wonderful compliments you will receive!

http://www.marthastewart.com/how-to/tissue-paper-pom-poms-how-to

Photosource: Marthastewart.com

Special events such as prom, weddings, sweet sixteens, or even holiday parties call for special transportation. The typical thought for transporting groups of guests is usually a limousine or a charter bus, but one transportation option that is beginning to trend are trolleys.

With the Courtyard on St. James’ New Orleans style balconies and southern charm renting trolleys for your event is a perfect compliment to your unique and memorable evening.  After your party, guests can load up twenty at a time and easily be shuttled to one of the many conveniently located Galleria area hotels. The nostalgic send off will be just another unique detail your guests will talk about.

photo source: Tahoe's Best