Fred Pappalardo Disc Jockeys

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DJ Fred was amazing to work with for my June 2025 wedding in York, ME. He made the entire process extremely easy by setting up multiple calls and making sure the all details were ironed out to make our wedding day go smoothly. Not only is he professional, Fred is such a kind person and wants to make your day as special and perfect as can be. When we had a weather issue for our ceremony, Fred went above and beyond and was quick to improvise and make sure everything still went to plan. During the reception he kept everyone on the dance floor all night long! I could not recommend DJ Fred more!

Bethany P.

5.0

We had such a great experience working with Fred for our wedding! He was incredibly helpful leading up to the big day, taking the time to hop on a couple of calls with us to walk through our timeline and make sure every detail was just right. He ensured the songs we wanted were played at the perfect moments and truly brought our vision to life. On the wedding day, Fred kept the dance floor alive all night long. We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, organized, and professional wedding DJ.

Dakota H.

5.0

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Fred Pappalardo Disc Jockeys is a DJ service based in York, ME. Owned and operated by DJ Fred Pappalardo, this studio offers a professional and engaged approach to weddings. They aim to bring people of all generations to the dancefloor, and create an unforgettable celebration for couples and their loved ones. Founded in 1992 by Fred, the team now includes DJs Clark Sillery and James McNally. These experienced DJs host over 300 weddings per year, giving them an in-depth knowledge of the entertainment side of the industry. This experience allows them to analyze the mood of guests and adapt their playlist to pack the dancefloor. This team believes in dedication to their job and approaching every performance anew. They offer consultations to wedding couples before the event, allowing them to build a rapport and exchange ideas and their vision for the day. They can also provide the services of a planner to assist with the details and scheduling. These performers will work to ensure that the day is as seamless as possible. They will coordinate with the caterers, photographer, and videographer, ensuring that they are there to capture key moments of the reception. The DJ will also take responsibility for the introductions and announcements throughout the event. This studio also offers supplementary services, such as a photo booth and a range of lighting options. These include multicolor, uplighting, and monogram lights, Fred Pappalardo Disc Jockeys can cater for ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions.

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Reviewers say the DJs are professional, communicative, and excellent at reading a room, keeping dance floors packed from ceremony to last dance. They handled planning calls, timing, and unexpected issues smoothly. Widely recommended for a fun, stress-free wedding.

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Bethany P

DJ Fred was amazing to work with for my June 2025 wedding in York, ME. He made the entire process extremely easy by setting up multiple calls and making sure the all details were i...

roned out to make our wedding day go smoothly. Not only is he professional, Fred is such a kind person and wants to make your day as special and perfect as can be. When we had a weather issue for our ceremony, Fred went above and beyond and was quick to improvise and make sure everything still went to plan. During the reception he kept everyone on the dance floor all night long! I could not recommend DJ Fred more!

Dakota H

We had such a great experience working with Fred for our wedding! He was incredibly helpful leading up to the big day, taking the time to hop on a couple of calls with us to walk t...

hrough our timeline and make sure every detail was just right. He ensured the songs we wanted were played at the perfect moments and truly brought our vision to life. On the wedding day, Fred kept the dance floor alive all night long. We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, organized, and professional wedding DJ.

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Chris P

DJ Fred was absolutely amazing to work with and kept our guests on the dance floor literally the entire night! Without a doubt would recommend him to anyone looking for the best DJ...

Dawn E

Dave Smith was the DJ for our daughter’s wedding reception at Primo in Rockland Maine on October 11, 2025. I have personally hosted many large events as well as corporate Galas an...

d hired many DJs. No one has been more professional, had more class or perfectly carried out the requirements of the evening more than Dave Smith. He was everything and more you want in a DJ. We would give 10 stars if we could.

Hayley S

My husband and I got married in August and had the pleasure of having Fred as our DJ! Fred had us fill out a wish list for all of the music that we wanted or didn't want for our ce...

remony and reception. He also took many recommendations from our guests which everyone loved!! Fred plays a perfect blend of music and he really elevated our wedding experience!! Thank you so much Fred!!

Amanda F

DJ Fred was the best! We played the best music and kept the crowd dancing all night!

Michael W

Fred was seriously one of the top highlights of my wedding day. The whole planning process leading up to the wedding day he was in communication with me and worked with me to build...

the best playlist ever. The dance floor at my wedding was packed the entire night. From the ceremony to reception there weren’t any errors and I didn’t have to stress at all. He was so positive, fun to talk to, and the crowd loved his energy. We love you Fred!!!! 10/10 recommend ♥️ best night ever!!!!!!!!

Olivia A

DJ James was perfect for our wedding. He had everyone dancing all night with a good mix of music and was very professional. James was so good one of our guests asked us if we just ...

handed him a playlist of our top choices. 10/10 would recommend.

Allison H

DJ Fred is perfect for your wedding, trust me. Great, clear voice for MC'ing duties; communicative and collaborative throughout the playlist development process, as well as the lea...

d up to the big day; and premier musical taste and instincts. He kept everyone on the dance floor for hours, was smart about taking the right song requests, and worked perfectly in sync with our other vendors. Good music is a core part of an unforgettable wedding—and my wife & I couldn't be happier with how DJ Fred handled it all. Can't thank you enough, Fred!

Melodie G

Clark was an amazing DJ for our wedding! He was very easy to work with.

Hadley B

Fred was an incredible DJ choice for our October 2024 wedding at the York Golf and Tennis Club. He's done countless weddings there, knows the staff and all of the venue's equipment...

. He made the music planning process seamless, and on the day of, had the gas pedal to the floor all night long! Our dance floor was crankin'. Fred is a guaranteed five-star choice.

Erin M

Dave was the perfect DJ for our wedding. Between providing the sound for the ceremony, making sure the reception ran smoothly, and providing the perfect dance floor playlist, he wa...

s everything you could ask for in a DJ. He also took the time to speak to us on the phone a couple different times to go over our exact wants and needs, and make sure we were as happy as possible. He was friendly, organized, and experienced... a true pro.

Emily R

Fred is simply the best!! He is professional, thoughtful, organized and understands how to read a room and get the party started! I highly recommend hiring Fred to DJ your wedding....

We got married in York, Maine with about 140 guests and Fred made the ceremony and reception so fun and stress-free. He was so great to work with throughout the planning process, asking for our preferences and reviewing details thoroughly. During the reception he kept everyone on schedule and when it came time to dance, he got everyone on the dance floor and kept the party going for hours! He played the songs we asked for and mixed in a great playlist of classics and fun pump-up music. We’ll look back on our wedding and cherish the memories dancing with our friends and family forever!

Katherine P

Fantastic to work with! I spoke with Fred multiple times before the wedding, and he walked me through every step. Answered all my questions with ease, and made my wedding day flow ...

so smoothly! Highly recommend booking DJ Fred for all your DJ needs, whether that be a wedding or any other event!

Ashley S

James was amazing to work with! He came recommended by our venue and Kelsey the coordinator (he DJ'd her wedding!). James was so professional and knows his job very well. He was so...

great to work with, and took requests from our guests (even if they asked for the same song twice). He kept the party going, and was so accommodating when we picked a very unique and special song for our last dance of the night. He is a great emcee and we were so pleased!

Genna M

DJ Fred, owner & DJ, is the best! As a former wedding coordinator in the area, I saw first hand his professionalism, ease to work with, and expertise to read the room for what will...

get the crowd dancing or stay entertained even if it is not a dancing crowd. He is never playing too loud or MCing on the mic too much. His years of experience make him beyond qualified and ensures a fun wedding!

Emma G

We 100% recommend working with Dave Smith and Fred Pappalardo DJs for your wedding. Dave was very helpful in planning a great schedule of music for the night, making a custom mix o...

f songs, and he also created the perfect environment throughout the entire day — from ceremony to reception!

Kaylie N

DJ Fred was incredible! Went above and beyond to help create a wedding could not of dreamt up better! Truly had the most magical wedding we could not have asked for a better team. ...

We had decided to do a private last dance, and our photographer was already outside preparing for the sparkler exit so Fred secretly snapped some photos and videos of our last dance that we will cherish forever!! Cannot thank Fred enough, music during ceremony, dinner, and a packed dance floor. Thank you so much~K&N

Katie K

Dj Fred was incredible! He got everyone on the dance floor by knowing exactly what to play to please the crowd. He did not skip a beat. He was incredible, I could not recommend him...

enough!

Colleen L

DJ Fred was incredible, stunning, amazing, best man ever. I cannot say enough good things about him. His experience and ability to read a room are unmatched. My suggestion would be...

to only give him a few "must plays" and then just let him take it from there - he knows how to get the group moving! DJ Fred also did our ceremony & cocktail hour music and it went perfectly. Cannot recommend him enough!

Peter P

DJ Fred was one of the best parts of our wedding day! (Behind my wife of course) Fred is a conductor of energy providing exactly what the crowd needed to keep moving all night. O...

ur favorite part is how with just minor input from us Fred's professionalism and expertise were perfect for the night. If you want a laid back experience that yields great results look no further!

Alexa D

Freddy P is a fantastic DJ! The music kept everyone on the dance floor all night long – I had so many guests talk about the dancing, even those who don’t normally dance! Fred was ...

professional and friendly, and made sure to play all of the songs we had requested (we love music and were very particular!) Fred is an incredible MC, was able to read all guest names perfectly and kept the energy up throughout the night. Overall, I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun and memorable wedding reception!

Caroline I

There's a reason DJ Fred is such a popular guy!! I had so many people come up to me during and after our wedding saying that he was the BEST wedding DJ they had ever had!! Communic...

ating with Fred can be a challenge, but he is thoughtful and contentious about capturing the spirit of you and your partner in the set list and walks you through every step of the process. He reads the crowd like a pro and the dance floor was PACKED all night! It can be really challenging (as a type A bride myself) to put your full trust in a DJ, because they really can make or break the party!! But have no fear, if you hire Fred, you will have a room full of happy guests and he knows exactly what to play and when. We had the time of our lives!! Thank you Fred.

Kim S

DJ Dave was excellent! We had a call with him prior to booking and he was so helpful. He actually suggested a great officiant who we ended up booking as well! Prior to the wedding ...

we filled out the detailed questionnaire and had a planning call. DJ Dave was great the day of! No complaints and he had our guests on the dance floor all night! Highly recommend! Thank you Dave!

Courtney M

DJ Fred is awesome!! We had him for our wedding at the Outlook and he did an incredible job. Great music, great energy overall amazing wedding. He timed music perfectly with intros...

etc. you won’t be disappointed using DJ Fred!

Jenny G

Fred is great! He took our song lists and really kept the party going.. even after hours! He did an awesome job playing to our crowd and I would recommend him to anyone! He was als...

o very responsive and great with communication during the planning phase!

Tatum F

We used Fred Pappalardo DJ’s for our wedding this past weekend, and Dave was excellent! He was on top of everything, was very organized with our select playlists, and kept everyone...

dancing all night long! We highly recommend Dave!

Alyssa T

We used Fred for our wedding and he made the process so easy! He had a very simple worksheet to fill out and understood exactly what we wanted. It was so refreshing! Fred ended up ...

having an emergency and had someone else fill in- but Fred made sure he was prepared and he absolutely nailed it! The dance floor was hopping from the very first song to the very last. We had some really fun group dances and the energy was amazing the entire night! As the Bride I didn’t have to think about a thing and just enjoyed an amazing night of entertainment and I can’t put a dollar amount on that priceless experience. Fred’s expertise helped make it the best day ever!

Caitlin M

DJ Fred was the perfect DJ for our wedding day! He is an absolute PRO and absolutely knows what he is doing. He was great to communicate with leading up to the day. And on our wedd...

ing day, he was amazing. He reads the crowd and our dance floor was PACKED all night long!

Taylor C

We cannot say enough good about DJ Dave! We interviewed several people when thinking about booking a DJ because they play such an important role at your wedding! We knew we wanted ...

to throw a big party and we are so grateful we trusted Dave to help us! He was so knowledgeable and put us at ease as the wedding approached. The day of the wedding he executed everything to perfection. He found the perfect balance of songs to get every person up on the dance floor all night long. We are so thankful we decided to go with DJ Dave. 10/10 would recommend him for your day. He is truly the BEST!

Katherine D

Fred Pappalardo absolutely nailed being our DJ. He was FANTASTIC from start to finish. I wanted really specific versions of songs and he pulled through and made my entire Wishlis...

t come true. During our reception, the dance floor was never empty. He had a perfect mix of current and throwback songs, which truly made the night amazing. Fred was easy to communicate with and I felt like he truly listened to everything we wanted!

Dalena N

DJ Fred was such a joy to work with! He worked with my husband and I to curate a fun, poppin playlist that included our favorites, but also mixed in solid bangers Fred knew would k...

eep the party alive. He was also great at letting us know "ehhhh maybe not this song it kinda slows down" hahah. Really appreciated how DJ Fred kept the music flowing throughout the entire evening! From cocktail hour, to intros, through dinner, all the way to the end of the night. Everyone had an absolute blast, and there's a reason why DJ Fred comes highly recommended throughout the New England area!

Genevieve S

Fred was amazing! We hired him for our wedding and he was so great and easy to work with! He got everyone out on the dance floor and kept them there all night!

Rachel R

James McNally (with Fred Pappalardo DJ’s) was amazing! He made everything run beyond smoothly — from our ceremony, to our cocktail hour, throughout the reception… Everything was st...

ress-free. He honored every request we made, had us dancing all night, and was so easy and great to work with.

Amanda M

Fred was so amazing from the beginning. He helped my husband and I figure out what songs we wanted to choose for the ceremony (walking down the aisle, walking back up) all the way ...

to the reception and the end of the night. He was so easy to work with and our family and friends had the best night! They still can’t stop talking about it even one year later. The dance floor was grooving all night and had everyone of all ages dancing and having a blast! One of my good friends recently used Fred for her wedding as well and again, everything was amazing! From the ceremony all the way to the end of the night. Fred really knows what he’s doing and knows the different type of music people like. I didn’t have to worry about whether or not people would be dancing. Definitely use Fred for all of your DJ needs! He was fabulous! Thank you Fred!!!!

Anonymous

James McNally was the perfect DJ for our wedding! James was incredibly helpful and so pleasant to work with while planning and on the day of our wedding. He did an incredible job w...

ith both our ceremony and reception. We highly recommend James – we couldn’t have asked for a better DJ!

Lauren C

Fred may have been one of my favorite vendors. When we met a Fred at the tasting, my husband was a little concerned that he wasn’t a “young hip DJ”. When I tell you Fred was amazin...

g I can’t say it enough. He was great with the ceremony music, he was great with announcing our party he even made sure everyone’s names were correct and we had some tough ones. He was funny and interactive when the time called for it and he really kept the party going with the right music and he played all of our requests and the lighting was great and it was just an overall great party and I think Fred had a lot to do with that.

Jessica C

One of the most important parts of our wedding day was our reception. We had said for years our wedding would be a dance party, and Clark did an amazing job keeping everyone out on...

the dance floor! The dance floor was packed all night with all ages participating, and my heart was so full! He did a great job using the songs that I requested for all of the important moments, as well as additional songs I had asked for throughout cocktail hour, dinner, and the reception. We had our wedding at the Dockside, which is where Clark has done many weddings. Since the ceremony and cocktail hour are outside and reception is indoors, we definitely felt at ease knowing we had a DJ that had worked the venue before and knew all the right equipment and set up for the venue. If you are getting married at the Dockside, we highly recommend Clark!

Jenelle D

Clark was our wedding DJ, and overall a friendly and easy going vendor to work with. He took care to make sure names were pronounced correctly, and overall the music selection was ...

great. My guests were dancing all night! The only criticism we have is about the songs we chose for big moments: he played the wrong song for our recessional (my husband picked out the song, so he was pretty disappointed), and for our entrance song, he played the song of our choice but there was another song playing in addition to that at the same time. There were also a few times throughout the evening when the music would stop for a few seconds.

Hannah S

We were lucky enough to have Dave as our DJ for our wedding this past Friday. I do not have enough good things to say about him. He was extremely professional, organized, covered a...

ll of his bases, and was on top of everything, which made everything much easier for me. I have had so many guests come up to me in the last few days raving about the incredible song choices he had and how he was able to keep the dance floor packed the entire reception. i could not be happier to have him as our DJ!

Kylee K

Dave did a wonderful job at our wedding and was very easy to work with! Pre-wedding interactions were organized and efficient and made for smooth planning. Dave's experience with r...

eceptions and helpful recommendations took a lot of the weight of planning off of us. He was able to curate an excellent playlist based off only a few songs we wanted to include. Dave did a great job reading the crowd and the dance floor was packed all night!

Elyse M

Fred is incredible. He was able to read the room and our guests to make music choices that kept the party alive. Not only that, he did an amazing job with pronouncing our entire br...

idal party's names (not an easy feat with the volume of people and the trickiness of their names). He was a huge part of our A-Team to making our night truly memorable.

Vanesque L

DJ Dave made our night so fun! Personable, reliable and entertaining! He helped personalize our entrance with dubbing a voiceover, made our night perfect! Dave worked well with our...

other vendors to make the ceremony and reception seamless and stress free! If you are looking for your wedding DJ, you have to book Dave!

Julie B

Our DJ Dave was absolutely amazing! Words cannot describe the friendliness, thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and overall knowledge he has. He made this overwhelmed bride trul...

y at ease!!! He did everything and more that we asked of him. The equipment was top notch and the music selection (I left all songs except for the specific dances up to him) was fantastic. I don’t think there was a person in the room not dancing. All of our goals of the night far exceeded expectations! I would recommend him to everyone!!!

Danielle W

Fred is THE MAN! Great sense of humor and our wedding night went off without a hitch. Fred made sure to get all the details right, even double checking with us to make sure he had ...

all requests and names in order. He matched our vision exactly and knew how to get the crowd dancing. The flow of the night was perfect and everyone had a great time. Thank you, Fred!!!

Jessica D

Fred was a pleasure to work with! He was accommodating and flexible. He played a variety of music that was appealing to ALL the guests at my wedding. My guests couldn't stop talkin...

g about how great the DJ was! If you want to ensure you and your guests have the best night, book with Fred!

Wendy F

DJ James did a great job at our wedding, He was so professional and organized. Our ceremony and reception were perfect and our guests had a great time. I would recommend them to a...

nyone looking for a DJ .

Jennifer B

Fred was our DJ for our wedding on 2/20/22 and he was wonderful!! Our guests even made comments about how friendly he was and how flawless everything went. He was extremely easy to...

work with leading up to the wedding and answered any questions I had. He helped with song selections when I was struggling with them and made our day feel so special! He was so great will all the kids in attendance and kept our small group (40 people) pumped up and ready to have a great time! Would recommend him over and over again!

Meghan M

DJ Fred is the absolute best!! We knew of him prior to our own wedding because he played at 2 of our friends weddings and everyone loved him! We were so happy that he was on the pr...

eferred list at our venue in Berwick, Maine and that everyone there loved him too. We enjoyed speaking with him since day 1 as he is friendly/personable, professional and even gave us suggestions what people have done in the past for music introductions and what not. We had to postpone our wedding once with COVID and he was there every step of the way. He played a variety of different music for all types and no one wanted to leave the dance floor! We highly recommend Fred for any wedding event! 10/10

Stephany H

Fred was super easy going. Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond his control, he was unable to DJ for our wedding but when he contacted us he had already set us up with someone...

he trusts, who also did an amazing job. Would highly recommend Fred!!!

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15 Perkins Ct, York, ME

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