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Setting the perfect vibe for your day.

Premium wedding DJ and hosting across Manchester, Lancashire and the whole North West of England.

9+ years' experience Based in Bolton, Greater Manchester 31+ venues played across the region
Welcome

Booking direct means no hidden surprises.

Matt Rooney DJ offers premium DJ and hosting services for your wedding, private event or corporate function throughout the north west of England.

With package options for evening-only or full-day hosting, Matt brings over nine years of experience providing premium entertainment in the wedding and events industry across the UK.

Booking with Matt directly means you know exactly who you're getting on the day, you have unlimited contact with him throughout, and there are no hidden surprises before your event.

Based in Bolton, Greater Manchester, Matt offers bespoke wedding music and entertainment tailored to make your day truly unique.

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Years' experience
£500
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100%
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England covered
As played at
Colshaw HallMitton HallThe Midland HotelManchester HallCarden ParkMottram HallEaves HallHolmes MillMerrydale ManorHaigh HallThe Shankly HotelTatton ParkKing Street TownhouseRivington Barn
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What Matt offers

DJ & hosting, done properly.

From the first dance to the last song of the night, Matt reads the room and keeps the floor moving — with optional live additions to lift the atmosphere even higher.

Weddings

Bespoke wedding music and hosting, from ceremony and drinks through to the evening reception. Evening-only or full-day packages available.

Private & Corporate

Birthdays, anniversaries, parties and corporate functions — professional entertainment tailored to your crowd and your brief.

Live Add-Ons

Take it to the next level with live Sax, Percussion and other artists available on request to play alongside the DJ set.

Packages from£500

Includes Matt as your DJ and all the equipment required. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and receive a bespoke quote for your needs.

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  • Matt as your DJ — booked direct, no agencies
  • Professional sound & lighting
  • All the equipment required on the day
  • Unlimited contact in the run-up
  • Your music requests welcome
  • Optional live sax & percussion add-ons
Packages

Clear pricing, no surprises.

Every package includes Matt as your DJ and all the sound and lighting equipment needed on the day.

Evening — midweek

Monday to Friday

£500
  • Matt as your DJ & host for the evening
  • Professional sound & lighting
  • All equipment set up on the day
  • Your planning portal & unlimited contact
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Most booked

Evening — weekend

Saturdays, Sundays & bank holidays

£550
  • Matt as your DJ & host for the evening
  • Professional sound & lighting
  • All equipment set up on the day
  • Your planning portal & unlimited contact
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Full day

Ceremony through to last song

£750
  • Hosting across your whole day
  • Ceremony, drinks & wedding breakfast music
  • Everything in the evening package
  • Timings planned with you in advance
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Uplighting

Uplighters placed around your room to wash the walls in colour and transform the space after dark.

+£100

Premium lighting & sound

Upgraded lighting show and an enhanced speaker bundle — for bigger rooms or a bigger production feel.

+£200

Matt you absolutely smashed it! The music exceeded all of our hopes — Hannah, wedding couple

Live sax and percussion are also available on request. Prices are a guide for standard bookings in the North West — get in touch with your date and venue for a firm quote.

How it works

Booked in three simple steps.

No agencies, no middlemen — you deal with Matt from first message to last song. See the full process.

01

Check your date

Send an enquiry with your date and venue — by form, or through the chat assistant in the corner — and Matt will come back to you on availability.

02

Plan it together

Unlimited contact in the run-up: music, requests, timings and the moments that matter, all shaped around your day.

03

The big day

Matt arrives with everything needed, sets up around your schedule, and reads the room from the first dance to the last song of the night.

Peace of mind

The essentials, covered.

The things your venue will ask about — sorted long before you have to chase them.

Fully insured

Public liability insurance in place — certificates sent straight to your venue on request.

PAT-tested kit

All equipment is PAT tested, so your venue's checks are covered before you even ask.

Booked direct

No agency middle-men. The DJ you speak to is the DJ on the night, with unlimited contact throughout.

Gallery

Previous events.

Testimonials

In their own words.

Rest assured you're in safe hands. Here's what some previous clients had to say.

★★★★★

Matt was amazing and made our day so special! We've had loads of guests tell us how good the party was — and that was all down to Matt. He really got to know us and knew exactly what sort of music and vibe we wanted, and on the day he actively looked out for both of us and talked us through everything as it was coming up. You will not be disappointed.

Matthew — Earley–Holden Wedding
★★★★★

1000% recommend Matt. He was our evening DJ at our wedding and what a ball we had — so many guests have approached us to say what a fantastic time they had, and that's down to Matt. Communication with him beforehand was outstanding: every time I messaged him I had a response within the hour, I'm not joking. We will absolutely be using Matt for future functions!

Shannon Rigg — Wedding
★★★★★

We couldn't have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From start to finish, everything was perfect. The music was spot-on, the transitions were seamless, and the dance floor was full.

Lee D — Wedding
★★★★★

Matt you absolutely smashed it! After our initial phone call, we felt you got us to a tee, and the music set you delivered on our wedding day confirmed this — it exceeded all of our hopes!

Hannah Norfolk-Booth
★★★★★

We booked Matt for our wedding 20.05.22. Fabulous, professional service — thank you so much, love Mr & Mrs Hughes x

Ruth Hughes
★★★★★

A huge thank you — you were amazing. Everyone commented on your music choices, but also how easy you were to deal with and how you went out of your way to help other suppliers and guests too.

Nisha Jervis
★★★★★

A massive thank you — the evening reception was the best. Loads of people commented on how good it was, and it was you and the sax that made it.

Ben Kinsey
Matt Rooney, wedding and events DJ Matt Rooney — DJ & Host
Meet Matt

The face behind the decks.

Matt is a Bolton-based DJ and host with over nine years in the wedding and events industry — and more than 30 North West venues under his belt, from Colshaw Hall and Mitton Hall to The Midland and Manchester Hall.

Book him and he's who you get: on the phone, in the planning portal, and behind the decks on the night — reading your room from the first dance to the last song. Fully insured, PAT-tested kit, and live sax and percussion on hand when you want to raise the roof.

Areas covered

Your wedding DJ across Manchester, Lancashire & the North West.

Based in Bolton and covering the whole region — find out more about wedding DJ services in your area.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

A few of the things couples often ask. Got something else? Just get in touch.

Where is Matt based and how far does he travel?
Matt is based in Bolton, Greater Manchester, and regularly performs at weddings and events across Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire and the wider North West of England. If your venue is a little further afield, just ask.
What's included in a package?
Every package includes Matt as your DJ along with all the sound and lighting equipment needed on the day. Evening packages are £500 midweek (Monday to Friday) and £550 at weekends and on bank holidays, and full-day hosting is £750. Uplighting can be added for £100, or a premium lighting and upgraded speaker bundle for £200.
Can we choose the music and make requests?
Yes. Matt builds your set around your must-play songs and any tracks you'd rather avoid, welcomes guest requests on the night, and reads the room to keep the dance floor busy.
Do you offer live musicians as well as the DJ?
Yes — live saxophone and percussion are available as add-ons to perform alongside the DJ set and lift the atmosphere.
Do you only do weddings?
No — as well as weddings, Matt provides entertainment for private parties, birthdays, anniversaries and corporate functions.
How do we check availability and book?
Send an enquiry through the contact form or the AI booking assistant with your date and venue, and Matt will confirm availability and put together a tailored quote. You book directly with Matt.
Are you insured and is your equipment PAT tested?
Yes to both. Matt holds public liability insurance and all equipment is PAT tested. Most venues ask suppliers for these, and certificates can be sent directly to your venue's events team on request.
Have you played at our venue before?
Quite possibly — Matt has played 35 venues across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside, including Colshaw Hall, Mitton Hall, Holmes Mill, The Midland Hotel, Manchester Hall, Haigh Hall and The Mere. You can see the full list on the venues page. If yours isn't listed, that's no problem at all — Matt will liaise with your venue ahead of the day.
How do we pay, and is a deposit required?
Your booking is confirmed in writing and secured with a deposit, which you can pay securely online. The remaining balance is arranged with Matt directly ahead of your event.
How far in advance should we book?
Popular dates — especially summer Saturdays — tend to get booked up well in advance, so it's worth getting in touch as early as you can to secure your date.
Let's talk

Ready to make your day unique?

Get in touch today to discuss any questions and ideas you may have. Matt will help bring the perfect vibe to your celebration.

Get in touch for a quote

Prefer to talk it through? Call 0161 524 0068 — Matt answers enquiries personally.

Popular dates go early — peak Saturdays and December fill up first.