Sweet 16 DJ & Entertainment

A night she'll talk about for years.

A Sweet 16 is a once-in-a-lifetime night. Marvilous DJs brings 15+ years of high-energy DJ and MC entertainment to Sweet 16s across the New York tri-state area — and keeps the floor packed from the grand entrance to the last song.

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A Sweet 16 has a guest of honor — and the whole night has to make her feel like the center of it.

That takes more than a playlist. It takes a grand entrance that lands, music that moves both her friends and her family, the spotlight moments hit on cue, and an MC who keeps the energy high without making it about himself. We've done it for fifteen years — Marcus reads the room, runs the night, and makes sure the birthday girl never has to think about a thing.

Marcus Malloy Founder & Lead DJ · Marvilous DJs
Every Sweet 16 Booking

What's included.

No surprises, no fine print. Here's what comes standard with every Sweet 16 we take on.

A planning consultation We map out the night with you and the guest of honor.
A custom playlist she actually wants Her favorites, her must-plays, and a clear do-not-play list.
A grand entrance built for the moment Personalized entrance music that gives her the spotlight.
Professional MC & hosting High-energy, age-appropriate, and never cheesy.
Crowd interaction & games The right energy to get every age group on the floor.
Premium sound & microphones Reliable, professional gear — and a mic for the toasts.
Setup & breakdown included Handled around your venue's schedule, start to finish.
Full access to your private client portal Checklist, music preferences, messaging, files & timeline — all in one place.
Transparent. No Surprises.

Sweet 16 packages.

Three clear starting points — each one fully customizable to her night.

Tier 01

Social Essential

Birthday parties, graduation celebrations, and intimate gatherings up to 75 guests.

$900 starting
Up to 3 hours
What's Included
  • Professional DJ up to 3 hours
  • Custom playlist consultation
  • All genres covered
  • Professional sound system
  • Wireless microphone
  • Setup & breakdown
  • MC / Hosting
  • Lighting
Plan The Party →
Tier 03

Social Luxury

Go all out. Full production for large parties, milestone events, and unforgettable nights.

$3,000 starting
Up to 7 hours · Full production
What's Included
  • DJ + MC up to 7 hours
  • Full LED uplighting
  • Custom name/monogram projection
  • Concert-grade sound system
  • Crowd interaction & games
  • Custom run-of-show timeline
  • On-site coordinator
  • Photo booth coordination
Plan The Party →

Every Sweet 16 is different — date, venue, guest count, and production all shape the final number. Tell us about hers and we'll send a custom quote. Packages start at $900, and popular dates book quickly.

Make It Unforgettable

Elevate the night.

Every package can be tailored further — add a live element, or build in the production touches that turn a great party into the one everyone remembers.

Signature Upgrade · Live Entertainment

Give the party a "did that just happen?" moment.

Pair the DJ with live talent for an upgrade her friends won't stop talking about — a percussionist riding the beat at peak floor, dancers leading a routine, a live act built into the entrance. Real energy, mixed seamlessly into the set.

  • Live percussion & drummers
  • Dancers & hype crew
  • Saxophone & horn players
  • Choreographed entrance acts
  • Live performers & vocalists
  • Full production coordination

The DJ packs the floor. The live moment makes it legendary.

Live entertainment is quoted custom to your venue and vision — mention it in your inquiry and Marcus will build it into your proposal.

Popular Sweet 16 Add-Ons
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LED Uplighting

Transform the venue with customizable LED uplighting in her party colors.

From $300
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Name / Monogram Projection

Her name or custom monogram projected onto the dance floor, wall, or backdrop.

From $150
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Photo Booth

Open-air photo booth with custom prints, digital sharing, and unlimited sessions.

From $600
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360 Video Booth

An immersive 360 video booth capturing slow-motion clips guests share instantly.

From $700

Cold Sparklers

Dramatic cold spark effects for her grand entrance and headline moments.

From $200
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Additional Hours

Extend the party — DJ and MC available beyond your package's included hours.

$250 / hr

Mix and match any add-ons to build her perfect night. All add-ons can be included in your custom quote.

The Marvilous Experience

Planning the party shouldn't be stressful.

Every Marvilous client gets a private online portal — so the music, the timeline, and every detail live in one place instead of scattered across texts and calls.

Planning Checklist

Every decision, deadline, and detail tracked in one place.

Music Preferences

Build her must-plays and do-not-plays anytime inspiration strikes.

Direct Messaging

Reach Marcus directly — no phone tag, with your full history saved.

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Files & Timeline

The run-of-show, song lists, and documents — always current.

It's included with every booking. It's just how we work.

Real Families · Real Parties

From families who celebrated big.

Every review here was submitted by a family we actually worked with — no scraped quotes, no stock praise.

Hers could be the first.

We're gathering reviews from our most recent Sweet 16 families. In the meantime, we'd love to tell you about them ourselves — just ask.

Let's Talk

Plan the party.

Tell us about her Sweet 16 — Marcus replies personally, usually within a day. No call center, no pushy sales script. Just a real conversation about her night.

  • A personal reply from Marcus, usually within one business day
  • A custom quote built around the date, venue, and guest count
  • Instant access to your private planning portal
  • No obligation — just a starting point
Prefer to talk now? Call or text 908.906.0185
or email marcusmalloy@marvilousdjs.com

We'll never share your details. Submitting also creates your private planning portal.

Good Questions

Before you ask.

How far in advance should we book?

We recommend reaching out at least 3–6 months ahead for a Sweet 16, and 4–8 weeks for smaller parties. Popular spring and summer weekend dates book quickly, so the earliest conversation is always the safest.

Do you MC and host the party?

Yes — professional MC and hosting is included with the Social Premier and Social Luxury packages. The entrance, shoutouts, games, and key moments are handled with high energy, kept age-appropriate, and never cheesy.

Can the guest of honor pick the music?

Absolutely — it's her night. She builds her must-plays and her do-not-plays, and we read the room to keep both her friends and the family on the floor. The final call on the music is always hers.

What areas do you serve?

We're based in Jersey City and serve NYC, Long Island, and high-end New Jersey, plus the wider tri-state area. Travel fees may apply outside the NYC metro area, and we'll always make them clear up front in your quote.

What does a Sweet 16 cost?

Packages start at $900. Your final quote depends on the date, venue, guest count, hours of coverage, and any add-ons. Send us the details and we'll build a custom quote — no obligation.

Can you do a grand entrance and crowd games?

Yes — a personalized grand entrance is part of what makes a Sweet 16 special, and it's included with our Premier and Luxury packages along with crowd games and interaction to keep every age group involved.