Mark Addington Events

Awards are cool — but the smiles behind them matter more.

I’m incredibly honored to be recognized with 2026 Best Of awards from The Knot and Zola, alongside multiple awards in 2025.

This industry isn’t about trophies — it’s about trust. Trust from couples who invite you into one of the biggest days of their lives. Every couple, every dance floor, every “one more song!” moment — that’s the real reward.

Thank you to the couples who trusted me, challenged me, and reminded me why I love this work so much. I’m proud of the grind, but even prouder of the friendships.

This is the inspiration to another year of long nights, early load-ins, constant learning, and never cutting corners.

Onward!!!🎤🎧🎵

Big news that I’m still wrapping my head around… I’ve been named one of the 2025 50 Most Influential Wedding Pros in the U.S.! ✨

I’m feeling incredibly grateful today. The wedding industry is packed with wildly creative, hardworking humans, so being recognized among the pros helping move our world forward feels pretty surreal. What makes it even better is that this honor comes from our own events community — people I admire, collaborate with, support, include and cheer for every day. 🌟

Huge shoutout to the other amazing pros on this list — it’s an honor to stand beside you. 🤍

So this happened! I feel honored to be nominated in the Eventex Awards for the 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry (Wedding Professional Category).

Honestly, even after 30 years in the industry my imposter syndrome is out of control.

I put the link to vote here and in my bio: https://10755.evalato.com/public-evaluation/19951/login

I’m not just a wedding DJ—I bring the same energy, creativity, and professionalism to corporate events. Whether it’s a gala, holiday party, product launch, or conference, I tailor the vibe with a diverse music selection that keeps everyone engaged. From laid-back networking playlists to high-energy dance floors, I’ve got it covered.

If you’re planning a corporate event that needs more than background music—it needs atmosphere, flow, and fun—let’s make it unforgettable. 🎶🔥

If you listen to one podcast this year THIS is the one!!! Thank you to Fantasy Sounds for having me on this podcast to put this information out into the wedding universe! One of the best things you can do for your wedding is to hire a strong emcee…

Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6lI5oFopO5BZvnnG0YsvJY?si=H5ttv0ihTkSghT5gSEX-5Q

Calling my event professionals! Have you signed up for the Annual Week of Giving? Come join other industry friends from all around Northern California March 24th-28th! Join me personally on March 27th 1-3pm at the Contra Costa Food Bank! Link below to sign up for this event or another day!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uaZU-lVC9sTPv6D_UwqcaAFWUEwIK9guDAGzQpEZDJo/edit?ts=67912724

I had a blast recording this podcast with and . I promise we talked about networking and not 1 hour of Disney! It’s a great listen if you are on the fence of how to make headway in the industry!

What a great way to wake up to this ray of sunshine! The amazing Mavericks House featured a Wedding Vendor Wednesday Spotlight and it’s me, hi! What an honor!!!

I can honestly say that there are venues in the Bay Area and then there are venues that might well be family. I’m in awe of ability to take every couple and make them feel like they are the only couple for the whole year. It speaks volumes…especially on the dance floor.

Oh Mavericks House, thank you for the spotlight, always an epic party! Cheers to an unforgettable 2025!!! Now let’s celebrate!!!

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As much as I love a good dance floor I also love seeing smiles, excitement and laughter, basically all of the feelings, at any other part of a wedding. Today brought it all! I love a good Lion Dance and wish good luck and good fortune on my couple today!

Thank you for the smiles!

Wow, just WOW! Look what did. I honestly had no clue fall colors could pop so much! Pure magic!

I love working at The Barns at Cooper Molera in Monterey. What a cool rustic vibe totally gets everyone relaxed and ready to dance! you are amazing!