Testimonials
"Hunter was so down for our crazy-ness and has the best "lets do it" attitude. You can tell by talking to him that he loves what he does and he really feels out the crowd to make the music work with the mood and get the party started. We were one of those weddings that had to postpone because of covid, not once but twice. Hunter stayed with us through it all!
One of the best things that Hunter did was helping us plan our grand entrance. We wanted to time out my me and my wife's entrance to the song "Past Lives" by BORNS. Hunter mixed the song for us so that our bridal party went down to the slow part and looped it so it always was just the slow part for them and when the song got faster he timed it perfectly for us to cue up our Jurassic Park jeeps (Yah, that's right we got Jurassic Park jeeps for this!) pulling up and us walking down the aisle.
Our ceremony and Reception locations were different but he made it all possible by having his mobile set up at the ceremony location and be ready to play with his full set up at the reception when the guests arrived. He even dealt with our friends who were really intense about song requests! He filtered out the bad requests and only kept the good! He also made sure that the microphone we used at the ceremony worked and sounded great so everyone could hear our voices without straining one bit!
He ALSO mixed the 2 Father/Daughter songs together. I was really fixated on having the two songs not full length and mix in the middle and he did it perfectly without any weird lag in between songs. It was awesome. A nice touch that he provides is uplighting for the gorgeous tree at our reception which you wouldn't think would be a DJ thing but it was so awesome to have! I would highly recommend Hunter. He'll take good care of you!
-Blair + Caitlin,
Jumanji + Paliku Gardens, Kualoa Ranch - Oahu
Reviewed on Wedding Wire
"Super thankful we chose Hunter at Aloha Event DJ for our wedding. He responded to us quickly, had great music recommendations, and was always very friendly. During our initial free consultation, he really took the time to make sure our music was perfect to our tastes. At our wedding, everyone was dancing! We couldn't have asked for a better playlist. His speakers sounded amazing, especially with the huge subwoofer. Cool lights too! Any couple would be lucky to have Hunter at their event. Thank you Hunter!"
- Melissa Davis
Café Julia
"Absolutely loved working with Aloha Event DJ! The best experience at our wedding was hiring this DJ, every person was dancing the entire night - it was phenomenal. Weeks leading up to the event were easy and Hunter was very professional and great to work with."
- Alex + Ayshlan
Ritz Carlton, Turtle Bay Resort, North Shore, Oahu
"Hunter at Aloha Event DJ did an AMAZING job as the DJ/Emcee for our wedding at Paliku Gardens, Kualoa Ranch in October 2024! Despite my wife and I residing in the UK (11hr time difference), Hunter really simplified the planning/coordination process for us, which definitely helped ease some of our wedding planning stress. We really only needed to talk to Hunter one time before the actual wedding, as he was able to visualize/execute exactly what we wanted for our wedding day. Following the wedding, many of our guests commented on how smooth the wedding went, to include the perfect volume of music (not too loud - not too quiet), friendliness/receptiveness of Hunter (while taking music requests) and clear communication during announcements.
Overall, I believe we made the perfect choice with Hunter and Aloha Event DJ. His kindness and professionalism throughout the entirety of the wedding process was exceptional. 100% recommend for any type of event!"
-Christopher + Anthoni
Paliku Gardens, Kualoa Ranch, Oahu
"We highly recommend hiring Hunter to be your wedding DJ and emcee! Music was a high priority for us, and I had reached out to both him and another DJ on the island. Ultimately, we chose Hunter based on his experience, services, and overall cost, and we have no regrets. Hunter was thorough and responsive throughout the planning process, from his questionnaire to our final music call, which made me feel confident that he understood our music style. Once we started working with our day-of coordinator, she was thrilled to learn we had hired Hunter, mentioning that she loves working with him, which reassured us that we made the right choice!
Fast forward to our wedding day, and we couldn’t have been more pleased with how everything went! My husband and I have quite different music tastes, but Hunter blended our selections seamlessly throughout the day. The dance floor was lively all night long, and Hunter was so accommodating with guest music requests. We received so many compliments on the music after the wedding! Thank you so much to Hunter and team for such a memorable day! If you’re planning a wedding on Oahu, you definitely need to hire Hunter!"
- Marisa + Gavin,
Loulu Palm Farm Estate, North Shore, Oahu
Testimonials
"Hunter is an AMAZING DJ and MC! He was so thorough and quick to respond during the whole planning process. He is so kind and even offered helpful advice on other wedding related things! He is very organized and was on time with the reception schedule. He really kept the party going, I was dancing all night! The cold sparks and uplighting were awesome as well. At the end of the night my guests were chanting 'one more song!' He also had raving reviews from my family and friends. I am so happy I booked with Hunter!"
- Krysten + Anthony
Paliku Gardens, Kualoa Ranch, Oahu
"Aloha Event DJ was amazing from start to finish! Hunter was so helpful from the initial consultation, through the wedding planning process, and all the way to the last dance. Aloha Event DJ has high quality audio & visual equipment and the photo booth was a hit! We would definitely recommend Aloha Event DJ for any upcoming weddings. Multiple guests told us our wedding was the best DJ'ed wedding they've ever been too!"
- Jake + Michelle
Ko’olau Ballrooms, Oahu
"We knew about Hunter from seeing him at my best friend's (my co-MOH's) wedding and we liked the way he worked! Hunter was our DJ and MC for our wedding and he and his team did an amazing job!
Over the months leading up to the wedding, Hunter would respond to our emails right away and was very friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. We really appreciate that he allowed us to add in some final additional requests (cold sparks, newly added songs) to our package super last minute, and appreciated how patient he was after my husband and I took forever confirming all of our music lol (sorry, Hunter, thank you so much again!)
On the day of the wedding, he remained super professional and friendly! The waiting time before the ceremony lasted longer than planned and he managed to make the music/emceeing sound as if no delays happened at all. He did an awesome job and made every part of the wedding go smoothly, from the processional all the way to the end! My husband and all of our friends had a really fun time dancing all the way to the end of the night and we got compliments on how they were able to dance to all the songs that played! He was also really good at reading the crowd and managed to get some of the older folks to get up and dance to a ton of fun songs they loved, too!
Hunter always had a smile on his face and was also super calm and composed. He handled everything so well as he worked with our other vendors (coordinator, officiant, photographer/videographer) to make sure everything ran smoothly, which helped us remain calm as well and not worry about anything. We are so thankful to have had him as our DJ/emcee and wouldn't have had it any other way! The services he provided were outstanding. Thank you so much again, Hunter and team!"
Mark + Janae
Ko’olau Ballrooms, Oahu
"We had Hunter as our wedding DJ and MC & he did such a fabulous job! I’m normally pretty on top of things but he was the one vendor who was always prompting me to coordinate calls and for more information. We had some particular questions about set up and the mics and he was able to answer everything in detail and quickly
He made sure everything l ran smoothly during the day, and when something went awry he quickly helped quickly steer the event in a different direction. He did an amazing job with the music as well. I didn’t think my friends liked dancing but at one point we realized everyone was on the dance floor. We would highly recommend Hunter!"
-Rita + Max
Paliku Gardens, Kualoa Ranch, Oahu
"We were over the moon with our decision to hire Hunter and his team as our DJ for our wedding! Hunter was very helpful through the entire planning process, from asking us all the questions on our music preferences, having a great program suggestions, and curating a soundtrack that fit us perfect! The whole event we were so happy with the music, and his MC services guiding everyone along throughout the day. Highly highly recommend also adding the Photo Booth Hunter offers, it was such a hit with all our guests, and made for some great printed memories for everyone! 10/10 experience with Aloha Event DJ!!"
- Sage + Juan,
Hale Ka’eo, Kualoa Ranch, Oahu
"We had the wonderful experience of having Hunter DJ our wedding and it was fantastic. We gave him a few playlists and some description for our general vibe, but otherwise let him run with his instincts. From cocktail hour to hours of dancing, Hunter hit the vibe perfectly! He was also adaptive and very professional when one or two impromptu speeches started happening. He's easy to work with and was a lovely DJ for our event!"
-Ryan + Christine
Lanikuhonua Cultural Site, Ko Olina, Oahu
"We are so lucky to have had Hunter during our wedding day! He made sure to keep us on schedule the whole night and played all of our specific songs on cue perfectly. He made sure to pay close attention to the timeline and check in about anything that needed to keep us moving on schedule for the night. He was a lovely addition to our wedding and our guests had an amazing time dancing the night away."
-Bailey + Austin
Private Family Estate, Upcountry, Maui
"My Husband and I are truly grateful for Hunter and his services. From the quick communication, helpful tips when we first booked, going through the process and checking in on us, offering assistance, to making our day perfect. The services, kindness, thoughtfulness, music choice, photo booth choices/ staff members, and communication were amazing. We are truly grateful to have worked with Hunter. Thank you for everything, it was a night to remember!"
-Kayla + Tylor
Paradise Cove , Ko Olina, Oahu
"Hunter was both our MC and DJ for our wedding, and he did an outstanding job! From the moment we started working with him, he was professional and easy to work with. He curated a killer playlist that perfectly matched the vibe we wanted, from the ceremony all the way to the end of the night.
Hunter kept everyone dancing and ensured the energy stayed high throughout the event. His ability to read the crowd and keep the party going was impressive. We would highly recommend Hunter to anyone looking for a fantastic DJ. Thank you, Hunter, for making our wedding day unforgettable!"
-Kristen + Markus
Four Seasons Oahu Resort, Ko Olina, Oahu
"DJ Hunter was great to work with! When we first started discussing things with him, he provided a questionnaire that was incredibly thorough and helped us parse the kind of music and vibes we wanted for each portion of our wedding. We even asked him to mix 2 different versions of songs into one for our first dance and he made a mix that just works so brilliantly. He really thinks of what's required in a wedding in an audio equipment perspective - he brought everything that was required! He had wireless mics hooked up on us for everyone to hear our vows, mics for any speeches made by family, and dance lighting for the dance party portion."
-Gabby + Jean
Sugar Beach Events, Kihei, Maui
"Absolutely the best experience having Hunter as the MC and DJ for our wedding! Hunter was incredibly friendly, professional, and went above and beyond to make everything perfect. Since our wedding had a concert theme, the music was a huge part of the atmosphere, and I had specific requirements for songs to play at certain moments. Hunter met with us multiple times, helping us refine our playlist to suit the vision we had in mind. He created the perfect vibe and kept our guests on the dance floor all night! We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ—thank you, Hunter, for making our day unforgettable!"
- Erin + Sean
Four Seasons Oahu Resort at Ko Olina
"We had Hunter as our wedding DJ and MC. Hunter was prompt, professional and delightful to communicate with, and he listened to us for a personalized music list and MC style. The music on the night was on point – just what we were after and more! We couldn’t have had a more perfect night and a blast on the dance floor. Thank you, Hunter!"
-Yueng-Ae Park
"We met with Hunter twice before the wedding twice and he was very helpful, respectful, and was focused on getting us the exact experience we wanted! Would highly recommend."
-Michael +Danielle
Outrigger Ka’anapali, Ka’anapali, Maui
"Hunter made communication leading up to the wedding and on the day seamless and organised. He was able to provide us with directions and instructions, which helped us curate our dream music for the day. Volume for ceremony and reception was excellent, not too loud or soft. He was able to all music cues timed perfectly and he was able to read the room and make adjustments flawlessly. He even played special songs for us that we had requested for the dance floor. The Photo Booth was also a big hit and organised well on the day with an attendant. Aloha Event DJ was one of the best aspects of our wedding and we can’t recommend them more for your big day or event."
Thanks,
-Leith and Mick.
Kualoa Ranch, Kaneohe HI
"Hunter was incredible from start to finish—so easy to work with, truly professional and remembers every detail. He made the planning process seamless, listening to all of our ideas and requests (even last minute changes!) and then bringing them to life on the dance floor. Our guests had an amazing time all night long. If you’re looking for a DJ who is talented, organized, and a pleasure to work with, we highly recommend Hunter!
Hunter, Mahalo again for everything!🤙🏼 Keep it vibin'! :)
Cheers,
-Jen & Jeff
Moana Surfrider Hotel, Waikiki, Oahu
"From day 1, Hunter was so easy to work with! He got to know our musical tastes and was so open to all our ideas! We asked for a karaoke hour during the reception thinking it would be too difficult and he was immediately down and executed it perfectly! From the ceremony, to emceeing the reception, to keeping the dance floor and karaoke lit - Hunter executed everything perfectly!
Professional and smooth communication before and after, we couldn't ask for a better vendor experience. Would recommend to anyone! Thank you, Hunter!"
-Joan & Jeff
"Hunter crushed it!! From our first conversion with Hunter, I knew he was awesome. We knew what it would take to have a rockin dance party, and Hunter was able to execute our plans perfectly. I couldn't have asked for a better DJ! He handled all our requests and had great advice."
-Rebecca
"Hunter is the best! We came to Maui from California to get married this past October and used Aloha Events and were so pleased with everything! Hunter is very communicative and kept the wedding on track. He asked us our music preferences for dinner ambiance and party time and everything was perfectly aligned. My guests had the best time interacting with Hunter - Aloha Events massively contributed to the best party we've ever had thank you team!!!!"
-Amanda
"Hunter was a pleasure to work with and did a flawless job at my wedding. He was a great MC and several of my guests mentioned how good the music was! I would recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding DJ in Hawaii."
-Justin
"Hunter absolutely nailed our playlist!!! I wanted a nonstop dance party and that’s exactly what I got! My guest are still talking about how much fun the dance floor was!!! Hunter was a great communicator and very accommodating. He made sure we had our requested classics, old school throwbacks and had GREAT suggestions that we didn’t know we needed!!"
-Brittney
"Hunter from Aloha Event DJ was crucial to making our wedding special, and my husband and I are so glad we found them! Hunter took the time to learn about our music taste before the wedding, sending us a well-thought out survey about what music we wanted to play at different times. He balanced our must-play songs with guest requests and was wonderful at watching the dance floor and playing music for everyone! Nearly everyone there stayed dancing because of his help. He was also an incredible MC and kept us moving through speeches and other big announcements, which let us just enjoy the night. We highly recommend Aloha Event DJ!"
-Maddy + Max
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"Hunter was very easy to work with and made our event his priority -- even on short notice. He took every measure to ensure that every single detail of our dream wedding became a reality. But he also had great suggestions that we hadn't thought of. He took a genuine interest in not only our event, but us as people. Hunter was very straightforward and transparent and there were no hidden surprises or costs. We highly recommend booking him. Also, Super super underrated quality-- He answers his phone and replies to emails immediately. Huge plus lol"
- Samantha Siscon
Paliku Gardens
"We hired a different DJ at the start of my wedding planning, however I came across Aloha Event DJ on Instagram and was intrigued so I searched a little more and I liked what I saw so I eventually cancelled on our original DJ and went with Aloha Event DJ instead! Hunter was our DJ and our MC which is exactly what we wanted, instead of spending more money on two different services since we were on a tight budget. He was very accomodating and so friendly! He was very quick with responding and very thorough. I have never thought choosing music could be so difficult but he did make the entire process so much more easier. Played music for us at our initial meeting to get a taste of what kind of music my husband and I enjoyed, and I really did appreciate him taking the time to do that. My entire family danced all night long, and he took requests from our family with no problem! Even played some Filipino music haha! Nonetheless, Hunter was AWESOME and should we ever have another event that requires a DJ I will definitely be returning!"
- Jamielynn Gandaoli
"Hunter is a very professional and knowledgeable DJ. He listened to the music choices we wanted and put them together in an awesome play list. I would highly recommend him."
- Maureen Lierman
"Hunter was an amazing wedding vendor. He communicated better than any other vendor and answered any questions we had almost immediately. It was a pleasure working with him. He helped us with so much not only with DJ service but also wedding planning advice in general. The other thing that really impressed us was how up front he was with pricing. We found that a lot of vendors would not give you a quote unless you met with them and or gave them a lot of personal information. Hunter was fair and honest. He did not take advantage of us just because we were planning a wedding. Although we had some great vendors Hunter was my favorite vendor to work with. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding DJ. I know he does other events too. I'm sure he is just as great with those as well.
We can't thank Hunter enough for his honesty, work ethic and the results he delivered. In the world of price gouging and greed that is the wedding industry Hunter was a breath of fresh air. If we were to do it all again we might have changed a few things with the experience we now have. I would not hesitate to book Hunter again and would recommend him to family, friends and YOU!"
Thanks again Hunter,
-The Guilfoyles
Waimea Valley