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DJ + INTERACTIVE MC

High-energy interactive celebrations with crowd activation, seamless flow, and dance floors that stay full.

Serving the Okanagan Valley and beyond.

Karen & Jason Hans

Jeff Hay is not only the best DJ we have ever experienced, but is the best decision we have made for our wedding! He helped during the planning stages of our wedding, and his enthusiasm was contagious! He was so great to talk to, he even helped sort out some last minute changes we encountered and pu…

Jun 22, 2008

Maureen & Bennett Wasden

Jeff provided the soundtrack to the best party we could have ever hoped for. He kept everything on track, and everyone on the dance floor. Everyone from Grandma to “party animal friend” had a blast and we couldn’t be more thankful. We can honestly say that our special day wouldn’t have been quit…

Jul 28, 2017

Alyson & Jeff

We wanted to send along another note of thanks for your amazing work with our wedding back in May. I admit that because we were having such a small group (~50 people) I wasn’t initially sure whether hiring a DJ would be worth the expense for a small group. But we’re SO glad we went ahead and booked you – i…

Jun 29, 2011

Kiran & Kent

We got married on October 24, 2015 at the Hotel Eldorado in Kelowna, and what a spectacular day and evening it was.

A HUGE part of the magic of the day was the incredible support and talent we received from Jeff Hay – DJ Haymaker, not only at the wedding itself, but prior to.  We hired Jeff to be our DJ, Day of Planner/g…

Oct 24, 2015

Brandee & Jay Atkinson

Thanks for everything you have done for us. You where more than just a DJ as you meet with us numerous times before the day helping us plan everything for timeline, to are vision of a great party.

Your ability to read people is amazing as you took what you learned about us and made our wedding feel personal and unique. We c…

Aug 2, 2009

Kim & James Epp

We had seen DJ Haymaker at a wedding previously and knew we had to have him cover ours. We were not disappointed!

Jeff made the planning process easy and reminded us of those little things we may have overlooked but would regret not having looking back. He gave us great feedback on our ideas and was always so willing to wor…

Sep 12, 2015

Emma & Morgan Webber

Mum and Dad fly out this morning but they wanted me to say –

“[Jeff] was wonderful at our daughters wedding. He played songs that meant special things to our family, he also played music to suit all ages, and the “hatbox” was amazing! He was really good fun. You’ll love him, a very frien…

Feb 26, 2011

Katie & Connor Shields

DJ Haymaker was an absolute blast. He was extremely helpful and courteous in all aspects that he was involved in with our wedding. From giving us helpful tips and answering questions on what or how something could be done, hilariously introducing our wedding party (everyone loved it), having our guests …

Sep 20, 2014

More Than Just Music.

I help your guests connect, laugh, and dance so they leave saying “Best wedding ever!” Beyond music, I run a smooth, personalized show that feels unmistakably you.

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You’re inviting your favorite people from all over the world — they deserve an amazing celebration. We set a clear outcome (so-worth-the-trip, so-you-two, best-ever) and reverse-engineer the moments that create it.

From creative dinner ideas to turning “clink the glasses” into a memory, I bring MC leadership and interactive fun so, when it’s time to open the floor, your room is a cohesive, ready-to-party crew.

THE MC ADVANTAGE

Your DJ sees hundreds of timelines. I know what works, what doesn’t, and how to adapt the energy. I’ll guide the flow, keep your VIP moments on time, and make transitions feel effortless.

From creative dinner ideas to turning “clink the glasses” into a memory, I bring MC leadership and interactive fun so, when it’s time to open the floor, your room is a cohesive, ready-to-party crew.

Trusted Across the Okanagan

Services

WEDDINGS

Elegant ceremonies. Packed dance floors. Personalized MCing.

CORPORATE

Awards nights, conferences, holiday parties – on-brand.

GAME SHOW

Signature Haymaker Game Show for team building & parties.

0 10 20 30 40 Budget Guest memory Venue/Catering 37 8 Rings 23 1 Attire 10 2 Photo & Video 9 1 Gown 6 18 Entertainment 5 38 Flowers 6 16 Wedding Budget vs What Guests Remember Higher = more budget share / stronger guest memory Data Source: St. Louis Bride & Groom Magazine (2003).

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Tell me about your date, venue, and vibe. I’ll reply quickly with availability and options. Prefer to call? 250-864-3295