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Dawson Entertainment

New England, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island
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Dawson Entertainment is a premier wedding and event DJ company located in Griswold, Connecticut, serving clients throughout New England. Since 2007, founder Jason Dawson (DJ JD) has led a team dedicated to delivering high-quality music and personalized entertainment that transforms any event into an unforgettable celebration.

With over 15 years of experience, Dawson Entertainment specializes in providing seamless DJ services for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. Their DJs work closely with clients to tailor playlists that suit their unique tastes, ensuring every moment flows smoothly from start to finish.

In addition to expert DJing, Dawson Entertainment offers a variety of lighting options to enhance the ambiance. These include uplighting, bistro string lighting, custom monograms, gobos, pinspots, and dynamic moving lights. Such enhancements help create the perfect atmosphere, whether it’s an elegant wedding or a lively party.

Clients consistently praise Dawson Entertainment for their professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to keep guests entertained and engaged throughout events. The team prides itself on creating a fun, memorable experience while adapting to each client’s specific needs.

For more information, visit their About Us page, or check out their Wedding Services and Lighting Options. Choosing Dawson Entertainment means securing trusted expertise and dynamic entertainment for your special day.

Details

Equipment
Audio/Visual Equipment, Sound Equipment
Services
MC Services, Recorded Music, Sound Equipment
Music Genres
Dance Disco, EDM, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Pop, Rock
Events
Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Wedding, Ceremony, Reception

Reviews

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August 26, 2025

My husband and I got married in July 2025 at the Ocean House in Rhode Island. Jason at Dawson Entertainment was an absolute delight to work with. From the very first phone call, he provided us with helpful tools to select songs for our wedding reception. He was responsive, knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with. We thank you, thank you, thank you! You made our night absolutely unforgettable.

Emily Douglas
August 26, 2025

DJ Dawson is the BEST wedding DJ we could ask for! Everyone was so impressed by him and his team. Months later, people are still asking who are wedding DJ was. He had a fantastic way of being very in tune with the vibe of what to play, and getting guests to stay on the dance floor. They were easy to work with, professional, and gave so much useful information and guidance for planning. 10/10 would book again!! Look no further!

Christina Johnson
August 26, 2025

We hired Jason from Dawson Entertainment for our wedding day and I cannot recommend him enough! He was an incredible addition to our team of vendors. From our initial call, through the pre-wedding emails, and right up to the big day, Jason was nothing short of brilliant. He’s organized, highly experienced, and incredibly talented when it comes to music selection. We shared a few ideas for our vibe and key moment songs, and he filled in the rest flawlessly.

In addition to being our DJ, he served as an amazing MC—making important announcements and seamlessly guiding our guests through the evening. Our wedding truly wouldn’t have been the same without him. Thank you, Jason, for helping make our day run so smoothly and memorably!

Kristy Pedersen
November 14, 2024

We’re SO happy we went with Dawson Entertainment for our wedding day. John was so cool and easy to work with as well as a fantastic, talented DJ! He went with the flow of things and created the perfect vibe we were looking for on our special day. Dawson Entertainment framed the lyrics from our first dance as a wedding gift which really meant a lot to Ryan and me and was such a nice personal touch. Also really appreciated the photo booth and the scrapbook they constructed with photos of our guests as a memorabilia. Highly recommend Dawson Entertainment for your big day!

Melissa B.

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Jason Dawson

Owner

New England, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island

Interview Transcript

Hi, I am Jason Dawson with Dawson Entertainment. Dawson Entertainment is different from other DJ companies because all of our DJs are club-proven. That means they have years, and oftentimes decades, of club and nightlife experience. They know how to bring the energy to the party and mix music like you would expect in a nightclub environment. They also have years of wedding experience, so they know how to translate that nightlife vibe and energy in a classy way for a wedding.

When you book with Dawson Entertainment, we have a lot of different options for you. Of course, our DJ set is first and foremost, and the music we play is the most important thing. But we also offer different lighting upgrades, such as up lighting, club-style moving lights that project designs and patterns around the room like you would see in a nightclub, and pin spotlighting, which highlights certain aspects of your venue like floral arrangements and cakes. We also have a very popular mirror photo booth that people love to add because it gives your guests one extra thing to do during the night. We make sure our DJ setup is nice and clean, often featuring white speakers, but we also have options for black setups depending on your venue and the overall look. I’ve been doing this a really long time—DJing nightclubs and weddings. I DJed my first wedding when I was in high school for some teachers. I focus on the music, which is what I’m good at and what I know best. I like to speak through the songs I play and the way I play them. I’m very well-versed in doing introductions, introducing dances, and letting your guests know where to go next and what’s coming up. I just don’t like to put myself out there because it’s not my day—it’s your day, and you should be the star of the show.

I’ve been learning, refining, and perfecting the skill of playing the right music at the right time. My passion is getting a reaction from you and your guests, playing the song that’s going to get everyone screaming, singing along, and having fun. That’s what drives me—it’s my passion. I’d love to get the chance to talk to you more and hopefully DJ for your big day. Please reach out—we’d love to talk to you.

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