Yes, almost all professional wedding DJs provide some form of dance floor lighting in their standard packages. At SBS Events, high-quality, dynamic lighting is included with every reception package.
What is "Standard" Dance Floor Lighting?
Standard lighting typically refers to lighting fixtures mounted on the DJ facade or a light stand that wash the dance floor in color and movement. This usually includes:
- Wash lighting: Fills the floor with shifting colors that match the tempo of the music.
- Effect lighting: Lasers, moving heads, or Derby lights that project moving patterns across the floor and walls.
During dinner and formal dances, we keep the lighting static and elegant (often a warm white or a color matching your theme). When the dance floor opens, the lighting becomes sound-active, reacting to the beat and elevating the energy of the room to a club-like atmosphere.
What is NOT Included (Upgrades)
While dance floor lighting is standard, "venue enhancement" lighting is typically an upgrade. This includes:
- Wireless Uplighting: Fixtures placed around the perimeter of the room to wash the walls and architectural features in your wedding colors. This dramatically transforms the entire room, not just the dance floor.
- Custom Monograms: A projection of your names, initials, or wedding date onto the wall or dance floor.
- Cold Sparks & Fog: Special atmospheric effects like "Dancing on a Cloud" (low-lying dry ice fog for the first dance) or indoor-safe cold spark fountains.
Always ask your DJ to clarify exactly what lighting is included in your package. A great light show makes a massive difference in how your photographer captures the dance floor!