Dj Services Contract: Template and Key Clauses (2026)

A DJ services contract is the written agreement between a disc jockey and a client who is booking music for an event. It fixes the date, the hours, the fee and what happens if something goes wrong, so a wedding or party does not fall apart over a misunderstanding. If you perform at events for money, a short written contract protects both you and the client. This page gives you a plain template you can copy, then walks through each clause so you understand what it does and when to change it. This is general information, not legal advice. Contract law and consumer rules vary by country and by state, so confirm the local position for anything high value or unusual. ## A DJ services contract template you can copy ``` DJ SERVICES AGREEMENT Date: [date] DJ / Company: [name, trading name, contact] Client: [full name, contact] 1. EVENT DETAILS Type of event: [wedding / party / corporate] Venue: [name and full address] Date: [date] Performance hours: [start] to [end] Setup access from: [time] Pack-down by: [time] 2. SERVICES The DJ will provide [DJ set / MC duties / lighting / PA system / specify]. The DJ supplies [own equipment / uses venue system]. The Client will provide [power, covered area, parking, meal]. 3. FEE AND PAYMENT Total fee: [amount]. A non-refundable booking deposit of [amount] is due on signing to hold the date. The balance of [amount] is due by [date, e.g. 7 days before the event]. Payment by [method]. 4. OVERTIME If the Client asks the DJ to play beyond the agreed end time, each extra [30 / 60] minutes is charged at [amount], agreed on the night and paid within [number] days. 5. CANCELLATION If the Client cancels, the deposit is retained. Cancellation within [number] days of the event also makes [percentage or amount] of the balance payable. If the DJ cannot perform, the DJ will use best efforts to provide a suitable replacement or refund all sums paid. 6. EQUIPMENT, SPACE AND SAFETY The Client ensures safe power and a suitable, weather-protected space. The DJ is responsible for the safe setup of the DJ's own equipment. The DJ may stop play if conditions become unsafe. 7. MUSIC AND REQUESTS The Client may share a playlist and do-not-play list by [date]. Final song selection and mixing remain the DJ's professional judgement. 8. LIABILITY The DJ's total liability under this agreement is limited to the total fee paid. Neither party is liable for events outside their control. 9. STATUS The DJ is an independent contractor, responsible for their own taxes and insurance, and is not an employee of the Client. 10. GOVERNING LAW This agreement is governed by the law of [place]. SIGNED DJ: ____________ Date ______ Client: ____________ Date ______