School events that run smoothly — and kids actually love.
Planning a school disco, leavers’ dinner, or fundraiser and need it to run smoothly, stay age-appropriate, and genuinely impress? I’ve been trusted by schools across Auckland to deliver high-energy, professionally run school events – year after year, with repeat bookings that speak for themselves.
As the leading Auckland DJ for School Discos and Events in Auckland, I’ll engage and interact with kids and play all the songs they love and know which is why I’m trusted by many schools throughout Auckland and booked year after year for their school events. Don’t miss out, get in contact with me today to check if your requested date is available and what I can offer.
Top 40, pop, hip-hop, and dance hits in clean versions. No explicit content, ever. Music is tailored to the age group – primary kids and secondary students get completely different playlists.
Crystal-clear audio sized to your venue, whether it’s a school hall for 80 or a multi-room event for 400.
Laser effects, UV lights for glow in the dark themes and more. The visual spectacle is half the experience for kids – and I bring a range of lighting options as standard while others are available as add-ons.
Bubble machines, haze machines, confetti cannons, smoke effects or a LED dance floor available as add-ons or bundled.
Dance-offs, music trivia, and handing out any provided spot prizes. I keep kids engaged throughout the session.
Early arrival and tidy set up ensures I am ready to go on time.
Every booking includes access to your personal online Client Portal for you and the planning team – sign your contract, manage your event timeline, curate your playlist utilising Spotify or Apple Music, and handle payments. All at no extra cost.
From your first enquiry through to the night itself, you deal with me directly. No booking agents, no surprises.
High-energy, age-appropriate fun that gets every kid on the dancefloor. Jump Jam favourites, clean Top 40 hits, and crowd-pleasing pop — delivered with plenty of interaction, competitions, and the kind of lighting show that makes a school hall feel like a proper event. I work closely with your school coordinator or PTA to keep the evening in line with your school’s guidelines and values.
From Year 9 socials to Year 13 leavers’ dinners and school balls, I tailor the music and atmosphere to the age group — current chart hits, throwbacks, and the songs your students are actually listening to. The setup is professional enough to impress older students without feeling corporate. I’ve worked alongside school event committees for many years and know how to make these nights feel special without going off-brief.
Add a photo booth to capture the night in digital and print with a range of backdrops and props available!
Jono was amazing at our year 7/8 disco. Great communicator prior to the event and I liked the option of adding all the extras, especially the dance floor which was a hit. He definitely kept the kids entertained for the full 3 hours. Thanks heaps, hopefully see you next time.
Kirsty Stretton
Beachlands School
We used Jono as a DJ for our School Disco. He was excellent at engaging the students, providing a fun and age-appropriate atmosphere that kept everyone dancing. The song selection was well-suited to a primary school audience. He was highly professional and the entire process from initial booking to the night’s performance was seamless and well managed. We plan to use him in the future.
John Marwick
Forrest Hill School
We had Jono as the DJ for our school disco and he was fantastic. He played great music, kept the kids entertained, and ran everything really smoothly. Communication was great, and he was easy to deal with from start to finish. We’d definitely recommend him for any school event.
Sarah Zane
Pukekohe East School
Jono is a fantastic DJ and a pleasure to work with. He creates a fun, energetic vibe that our students at Ponsonby Primary really enjoy. His music is spot-on for the age group, and he always runs things smoothly and professionally. We highly recommend Jono if you need a great DJ for your school discos!
Morgan Jurisich
Ponsonby Primary School
Jono has great up to date music for all our school events and a fantastic sound system. He is great to deal with and the children and adults always look forward to his music at any event we hold, be it school discos, picnics or social events at different establishments.
Juli Broad
Orakei School
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A chance for the school community to get involved and support the school and I can make your fundraising events a huge success. Colour Runs, sports days, activity days, Quiz Nights or auction evenings, add in some sound and epic lighting and the atmosphere to ensure kids and/or parents at these events have the best time.
I’ve got an extensive range of music at my fingertips with music to suit everybody’s taste from today’s Top 40 to the latest dance, hip-hop & rnb and more and all kid-friendly! Music is catered for a younger audience and ‘clean’ versions played where appropriate.
Ridler DJ provides top of the range lighting and sound equipment at every event. I have a range of equipment from laser lights, UV lights to smoke and bubble machines as well as award winning speaker systems to suit your event.
Just request a quote to give me some basic details about your event and timing plus any special requirements or equipment requests so I can provide you an accurate quote. You’ll get a reply within 24 hours (often sooner).
