2026 Holiday Party DJ in NYC
House and electronic music sets that make your holiday event feel festive, sophisticated, and fun. For company holiday parties, office celebrations, client events, private parties, galas and dinners across New York City.
Now booking November & December 2026 · Available for New York City & travel
DJ Nélise at a performance in New York City
Holiday Party DJ Services
The holiday season is when companies, organizations and communities brings their teams, clients and members together to celebrate, and I help set the vibes for the event. Whether it's a company party, a client appreciation evening, a charity gala or an organization's annual dinner, I build a unique set for each event, designed around your guests and your run of show.
- Warm, welcoming grooves as guests arrive, grab a drink and catch up
- Keeping the music conversation-friendly through dinner, toasts and speeches
- A natural build into upbeat house and dance once the party opens up
- Reading the room in real time, so the energy feels right for your team
- Coordinating with your event planner, venue and AV team on timing and setup
For holiday parties, I play feel-good house that feels festive without being generic. Tasteful house edits of holiday favorites can be woven in for a seasonal touch. I always keep the music upbeat to make your guests feel good. No dark sounds here! To get a feel for my music, visit my YouTube Channel >
Types of Holiday Events I DJ
Recent Work
Ivory Peacock / Ploume
Upbeat house and electronic dance at an event with 300 attendees
Raines Law Room
An intimate lounge set for a tech event
Client Testimonials
"DJ Nélise was a wonderful addition to our company anniversary celebration. She created a fun, stylish atmosphere that kept the energy up throughout the event and helped make the evening feel truly special for our team. She was professional, easy to work with, and we'd be delighted to have her DJ one of our events again."
— CEO, Digital agency based in NYC
"DJ Nélise brought the right vibe to our event. Her house music set the tone beautifully, making the space feel sophisticated and welcoming. Our guests commented on how much they enjoyed the music! Her set created an atmosphere that encouraged people to stay, mingle, and enjoy themselves."
— Head of Events, Marketing Agency
Ready to Book Your Holiday Party?
December dates fill up fast. Tell me your about your event, date and venue, and I'll get back to you with availability and next steps.
FAQ
When should we book a DJ for our holiday party?
As early as possible. Most companies lock in their holiday vendors in September and October, and Thursday and Friday nights in early-to-mid December are the first dates to go. If you're planning later, reach out anyway and I'll do my best to accommodate.
Will you play holiday music?
Only as much as you want. My sets are upbeat house and electronic, which feels festive on its own. Tasteful house edits of holiday favorites can be woven in for a seasonal touch. We'll agree on this ahead of time.
Can you DJ at our office or a restaurant buyout?
Yes. I play offices, restaurants, bars, lounges, rooftops and event venues. I'll coordinate with your venue on setup, space and sound so everything runs smoothly.
Can the music work around toasts, speeches or awards?
Absolutely. I'll follow your run of show, keep things low during speeches, and bring the energy back up afterwards so the party doesn't lose momentum.
Will the music be appropriate for a work party?
Yes. Clean versions of songs are used, and the volume and energy are adjusted throughout the night, from mingling and dinner to dancing, so everyone feels comfortable.
Do you take song requests?
Happy to build in requests from your team ahead of time, or take live requests during the party if they fit the vibe.
Are you taking holiday bookings for 2026?
Yes, I'm currently booking holiday parties for November and December 2026.