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Erik Massengale
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Dow Oak Events is a wedding and event entertainment company specializing in high-energy DJs, modern photobooths, and custom lighting design. We believe you shouldn’t have to choose between style and affordability.
That’s why we deliver luxury entertainment without a luxury price tag.
Our professional DJs know how to read the room, blend your must-play songs with crowd favorites, and keep the dance floor packed all night long. Pair that with our sleek photobooths and personalized lighting, and you get an unforgettable guest experience from start to finish.
From planning to last dance, we’re known for clear communication, smooth timelines, and flawless execution. If you want a wedding that feels effortless, elevated, and fun, Dow Oak Events is the team for you.
✨ Let’s bring your vision to life, reach out today to check availability and start planning. ✨
Services Offered
Professional Wedding DJ & MC Services
Guaranteed Backup DJs
State of the Art Ceremony, Cocktail & Reception Sound Systems
LED Dance Floor Lighting
Digital & Printing Photobooth
Printing Photobooth
Uplighting
Tubelighting
Online Planning Portal
Must-Play & Do-Not-Play Song Lists
Dedicated Administrative Support (7 Days a Week)
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Music Genres
African
Arabic
Bluegrass
Bollywood
Caribbean
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Indian
Jazz
Klezmer
Latin
Mariachi
Persian
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
Music Services
MC Services
Recorded Music
Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Erik Massengale
Owner
With over a decade of experience performing as DJ Erok in nightclubs across the U.S., Erik brings a rare blend of crowd-reading skill, professionalism, and musical expertise to Dow Oak Events. Music runs deep in his family. His grandfather, Burt Massengale, led the renowned Burt Massengale Band & Orchestra, and his father, Les Massengale, was a DJ and founder of Ultimix Records, the International DJ Remix Service.
Combining his background entertaining large audiences with formal training in public speaking, Erik leads a team dedicated to creating seamless, high-energy, and unforgettable wedding celebrations. Making every moment tailored to your specific vision.
Reviews
5.0
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Dow Oak Events is praised for professional, organized DJ services with clear, responsive communication throughout planning. Their detailed online forms and coordination make setup seamless; DJs read the room, keep the dance floor packed, and adapt to last‑minute changes or weather. Clients highly recommend them.Review photos
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Beth M
5.0
5/12/2026
We booked Mason from Dow Oak Events as our DJ. The whole process was thorough and easy. First we had to fill out an online sheet to tell all the information about the wedding timel...
ine and all of the songs that needed to be played and when. Then we hopped on a call with Mason weeks prior to the wedding so he could ask us any questions on our notes. He is a very easy-going, personable guy and knowledgeable and intuitive about his craft.
At the wedding he was very professional, did exactly what he said he was going to do, and he kept the guests on their feet dancing the whole night.
The entire process was smooth and simple. They have people that really know what they are doing. Mason DJing was a great addition to the wedding and we are very pleased with the result.
Carmen P
5.0
5/12/2026
We had the opportunity to use Dow Oak Events for our wedding this past weekend in Ocean Isle Beach NC and we cannot say enough good things about our DJ Freddie! Everyone raved abou...
t how great the playlist was and how smoothly the night was ran! Freddie has the best voice and intros/transitions to make the wedding feel flawless!! Thank you so much for making our wedding special Freddie!
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Ben S
5.0
5/09/2026
We used Dow Oaks Events to DJ our April 2026 wedding, and we had a great experience with them! Their team was super responsive to every communication, and we appreciated that their...
planning forms included a lot of detail. That meant that on our wedding day our DJ was able to handle/set up/know when to hand people microphones based on the schedule we set up with them and our coordinators without us needing to do anything on the day! We had DJ Brittany and she was especially fantastic at interspersing songs that we had picked out with her own choices in similar genres so that the party flowed smoothly. We are super happy with the experience we had with them and would recommend them to any couples planning a wedding!
Megan G
5.0
5/07/2026
Dow Oak Events were wonderful to work with for our wedding day and the planning leading up. DJ Freddie was a magician at the booth, keeping the party going and recognizing the vibe...
of the dance floor. He kept excellent communication both planning for the event, and throughout the day checking in based on requests and to ensure things were going how we wanted. He was easy to work with and kept the utmost professionalism throughout. Would absolutely recommend him for your next event!
Emily E
5.0
5/06/2026
We hired Dow Oak Events for DJ/MC services for our wedding and they were amazing! The whole process was simple and organized. Our DJ, DJ Nevy was wonderful! You can tell he is pass...
ionate about his job and loves music. He played a great mix of oldies, current songs, and our personal requests and they all blended together seamlessly. Our dance floor was so much fun, and he truly set the tone of the night perfectly! We even had ALOT of times during the night where we did not have something in particular chosen (ex. our introduction, cake cutting, etc) and told him to play what he thought would be best and he did amazing! He was extremely flexible (had some bad weather and ended up having to move inside, had some unplanned speeches etc) and he still did not let us worry about a thing. Thanks for making our wedding perfect!!!
Marlee M
5.0
5/06/2026
Ethan was incredibly helpful during the planning process and matched us with the perfect DJ for our wedding day. Bradley brought amazing energy — he kept the dance floor packed all...
night and was so fun and personable. Even though he wasn’t feeling 100%, he still showed up with 110% enthusiasm. We highly recommend Dow Oak Events for your wedding DJ!
M J
5.0
5/04/2026
DJ Tyler with Dow Oaks did an amazing job with my wedding!
Sabrina S
5.0
5/04/2026
We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ for our wedding. From the very first meeting, Brennan’s communication was top-tier. What really blew us away was their flexibility. Like any ...
wedding, we had a few last-minute schedule tweaks and spontaneous changes, and they handled everything with total grace. We never had to worry about a thing; they just pivoted on the fly and kept the flow of the evening seamless.
Most importantly, they were perfectly in tune with the vibe of the crowd. The dance floor was packed from start to finish because they knew exactly what to play and when to play it. Brennan played banger after banger, our guests are still talking about how incredible the music was. If you want a DJ who is organized, adaptable, and knows how to throw a serious party, look no further!
Eric O
5.0
5/03/2026
Tyler with Dow Oaks Events was fantastic! We had a phone consult before the wedding to go over the music. He kept the dance floor alive and played everything we wanted. He even cel...
ebrated us at the end of our last private dance.
James E
5.0
4/27/2026
Tyler was a joy to work with. He held a zoom ahead of time to discuss our vision for the music in our wedding and delivered on all counts. Very easy to communicate with and has a c...
alming reassuring manner to him that is of great value on days like that! He delivered the perfect variety and set the mood appropriately for all facets of the afternoon and evening. Highly recommended.
Kevin L
5.0
4/22/2026
Professional, on time and did a great job with the sound system, mics for toasts and the dance floor was filled all night. Highly recommend.
Michelle P
5.0
4/13/2026
DJ was amazing in making our daughter's wedding a memorable occasion! He was friendly, adaptable, and interacted with the guests very well. Highly recommend!
Wolf Pond H
5.0
4/08/2026
As a venue that works with many DJs, we truly appreciate professionals who make events run smoothly—and DJ Freddie did exactly that. From the very beginning, communication was clea...
r, timely, and easy. They coordinated effectively with our team leading up to the wedding, ensuring all logistics were handled in advance.
On the day of the event, their setup was organized and efficient, with everything ready well before guests arrived. Just as importantly, breakdown and clean-up at the end of the night were handled quickly and respectfully, keeping things seamless for both our staff and the couple.
Throughout the event, DJ Freddie was engaging and attentive, reading the room perfectly and keeping the energy up without ever being intrusive. Guests stayed on the dance floor, and the transitions between moments—ceremony, dinner, and dancing—felt natural and well-paced.
We would absolutely welcome them back to our venue and recommend them to future couples looking for a reliable, professional, and engaging DJ.
KELLY S
5.0
2/16/2026
Amazing! 🤩 we had to move our wedding due to weather and they were quick to set us up with another dj who talked to us and went through what we were looking for music and vibes an...
d Freddie delivered! It was so fun!!
Steve Glenn T
5.0
2/13/2026
Lo and Luke Scarlett’s wedding could not have gone better and we so appreciate the attention to every detail!
Chris N
5.0
1/25/2026
Freddie was our DJ for our wedding and he was absolutely amazing! He answered all our questions and played hits that all of our guests enjoyed!
William M
5.0
1/23/2026
Very professional, very good with communications, high quality of service, and value!
Wyatt C
5.0
1/03/2026
We were extremely impressed with Angel as our DJ! He did an incredible job keeping the music flowing, and all the transitions were fantastic and very smooth. He was easily the best...
DJ I’ve heard out of all the weddings I’ve been to, and we were so impressed with him and very lucky to have had him as our DJ!
Trevor E
5.0
12/13/2025
Fantastic experience!! The dj was great!
Karen P
5.0
12/01/2025
Dow oaks and Isaiah was awesome to work with! We would highly recommend
Maddie L
5.0
11/16/2025
Our DJ, Shawn, was absolutely amazing! We got so many compliments on our DJ! He was so easy to work with, he answered all of our questions, and we all had a great time!
Hannah M
5.0
11/12/2025
Brennan was excellent! He got everyone dancing (even the older people that didn't dance at other weddings in the family!) and kept the vibe perfect. His wife working the photo boot...
h was great too! We would absolutely hire them again.
Jo C
5.0
11/11/2025
My daughter was able to work her way through all of the options, choices and decisions without getting overwhelmed.
Angela M
5.0
11/05/2025
Angel was the DJ for my daughter's wedding and he was definitely 5 star! He did a fabulous job and we are so grateful for his presence. Well done! I highly recommend!
Katie S
5.0
11/03/2025
We had the pleasure of working with David, who stepped in at the last minute and did an outstanding job. He was incredibly professional, organized, and easy to work with, quickly f...
inalizing the couple’s song selections and ensuring everything was perfectly in place. The managers, Lindsey and Danielle were also fantastic; very responsive and great to work with throughout the entire planning process. The photobooth attendant, Ashley, was amazing to work with as well and made sure guests had a great time. We truly appreciated the teamwork and would be happy to collaborate again in the future!
Charles B
5.0
11/02/2025
Gregg and his staff were absolutely amazing. They showed up promptly on time and Gregg was also our officiant. He made everything easy and we got so many compliments about him from...
all of our wedding guests. We even had some guests get his information for future services. The Photo Booth he provided was amazing as well. We would recommend Gregg and Dow Oak Events to anyone for their wedding or party needs.
Ericka C
5.0
11/02/2025
Dow Oak provided DJ services for our wedding--they were professional, kept the party going during the reception, and provided the sound setup for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and r...
eception areas, seamlessly transitioning among the three.
Audrey T
5.0
11/01/2025
DJ Mike brought the party and truly stood on business! When we made our music playlist, a lot of music was international, and Mike admitted he'd never heard of any of it, but come ...
the day, he'd done his research and added other similar hits, and our guests LOVED it; I was even surprised thinking "I never told him about this song," but he came prepared, and matched the energy of the room, adapting his selection to what people vibed with. Absolutely would recommend him to anyone!
Samantha R
5.0
10/29/2025
Dow Oaks' set up portal made everything so easy, and everyone we spoke to was super helpful. It made what was an overwhelming process feel so much more approachable. And our DJ, Ma...
tt, was the best. Speaking with him during our meeting pre-wedding was very laidback and he really took note of our opinions. During our reception itself he was able to work really well with our coordinator and even adjusted things on the fly when they were needed. Our guests loved the music and overall I don't think it would have been as great of an experience without him. I would absolutely recommend.
Laura L
5.0
10/29/2025
From the first phone call with Gregg, I knew we were in good hands. I had many changes to my schedule from booking until wedding and he was responsive, very understanding and total...
ly go with the flow. The online portal was easy to use and helped me a lot with choosing music. Gregg played all the songs we wanted and none of the music we didn’t. He got the timing perfect with the entrance and the first kiss. Gregg kept the party going and read the room perfectly with music choices. Gregg also accommodated a last minute request for me and my husband to sing a song together. Hanibal was also great with photobooth. Oh and they both braved a Nor’Easter to be at our wedding. 10/10. No notes. Highly recommend!
Kayla T
5.0
10/20/2025
Tyler was such a great DJ for our wedding! Everyone had such a fun time and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! We highly recommend Tyler and Dow Oak Events the next ti...
me you need a DJ who keeps the energy high all night long!
Lauren K
5.0
10/19/2025
Mason DJ’d our wedding and he did a fantastic job! He was very easygoing and awesome working with! He brought the vibes for sure during our wedding! We highly recommend booking wit...
h Dow Oak Events! You wouldn’t be disappointed !
Shelby H
5.0
10/17/2025
Dow Oak was great to work with! We had some confusion about where to have speeches at our venue, and they were able to support us very easily. They were responsive and detailed in ...
the planning stages, and our DJ Mason was very fun and professional for our big day!
Ashlae P
5.0
10/15/2025
We worked with Dow Oak Events for our wedding, and our DJ, Dom, exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, the dance floor was packed and the energy never faded. He seamless...
ly incorporated all of our requests (millennial hits) while reading the crowd perfectly, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for our friends and family. We partied until the end! We received countless compliments about how fantastic the music was. Dom’s professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine enthusiasm made the entire evening flow effortlessly.
We are so grateful to Dow Oak Events and Dom for helping make our wedding celebration truly exceptional!
Evelyn V
5.0
10/14/2025
Our DJ, Tyler, was hands down the best DJ I could’ve thought of for the job. He knew how to read the room and play music to keep our night moving! He was totally respectful of our ...
“do” and “do not” playlists and was open to suggestions as needed. The company altogether was super communicative and affordable. We’re so grateful to have booked with them, especially as people who typically do not like DJs. Definitely book with them!!!
R L
5.0
10/14/2025
Dom was AMAZING! His timing was perfect and the dance floor was packed the whole night. We had so many guests come up to us throughout and after the wedding and talk about how grea...
t the DJ was!
Reggie J
5.0
10/13/2025
Had the pleasure to work with Angel for a wedding I coordinated yesterday. He was fantastic. He was on time and quickly set up. He adjusted perfectly with all of our changes. He wa...
s light hearted but energetic and knew exactly what to say. Would recommend Dow Oaks and him specifically anytime. Hope to work together again in the future!!
Brendan V
5.0
10/11/2025
Freddie with Dow Oaks was such an awesome DJ. We had a great experience using these guys to cover the music and everything was so perfect. Don’t hesitate to use Dow Oaks and I’d hi...
ghly recommend Freddie, he played everything we asked even though we gave him quite a lot of music haha and he was very nice and personable. :)
Ashley B
5.0
10/07/2025
We loved having Caleb be our DJ on our special day. Our top priority was respect with our music choices and respect was what we received
Meredith D
5.0
10/06/2025
Freddie was amazing! He knew how to read the room and was very intentional in our planning meeting with the questions he asked to determine the music played. He jumped in somewhat ...
last minute AND had to pivot day-of due to weather, but he kept everything moving smoothly with great energy. Highly recommend!
Alison A
5.0
10/06/2025
the only complaint we had at our wedding was that there were no bad songs to take a break during!! Our feet hurt & our throats are sore - we are THRILLED.
Sarah H
5.0
9/29/2025
Mason was amazing! He totally matched the vibe! He communicated well throughout the process and day of with us and the other vendors. He helped with mics. He was super professional...
and kept the party going! Also just super friendly overall!
Marisa D
5.0
9/25/2025
I used Dow Oaks for my photo booth and I could not have been happier. The green screen allowed guests to customize each background so everyone got something different. They even ga...
ve me a book at the end with everyone’s photos in it, that was so fun to look back on. Highly recommend!!
Rett M
5.0
9/22/2025
Dow Oak Events, and DJ Mike in particular, were excellent in the planning & execution of our event! The pre-event forms were straightforward and easy to complete & our planning cal...
ls were smooth. On the day of the event, Mike was attentive, professional & helped keep the energy going with our desired music & guest requests. I can't recommend them enough!
Catalina F
5.0
9/19/2025
Dow Oaks & DJ Mike were so easy to work with.
Firsthand, the company were very communicative, they sent friendly reminders without being a lot (when you are a stressed bride these...
details are important),
Danielle & Eric were awesome to 'solve' last minute requests and made exceptions when we needed one.
Thank you so much for your professionalism, guys.
Dj Mike: we are so happy we had the chance to work with you, you did an amazing job, listened to every song I wanted it (and played it), you were able to handle last minute changing songs & adding new dances that were not in the previous timeline. Thank you so much for your patience.
Kayla B
5.0
9/15/2025
Brittany was FABULOUS! She did everything we asked and more! Kept the dance floor going and was so great to work with! Wonderful, fun and we knew right away we were in good hands!...
The process was so simple!
William S
5.0
9/14/2025
DJ Kevin Martin Jr (goes by DJ Kev) was a wonderful addition to our wedding. We had a mixed-ethnicity wedding with half-Egyptian and half-American guests and DJ Kev knew exactly wh...
at to do. He incorporated the Arabic and Egyptian music beautifully with the more classic American hits that you often hear at Weddings. He played the songs we requested during key moments (first dances, cake cutting, entrances) and was keen to watch the dance floor and cut-off or extend the music when necessary. What a brilliant DJ! He was also so gracious when our guests wanted to surprise us with a chair lift and followed their song request, steering them using our pre-approved list of song requests. We loved talking with DJ Kev during the pre-wedding phone call and he put our minds at ease. He also handled week-of changes like a professional and didn't hesitate to help us personalize our reception day-of to make it feel more meaningful. The groom and the groomsmen had fun unique requests day-of (like dancing the Russian dance) and DJ Kev rolled with them and it made the event so much fun! Everyone was entertained and we made memories to last a lifetime!
Day-of, he arrived early, set-up properly, and played the music at just the right volume. It wasn't too loud!! We loved him for this! He also came prepared and lined-up our wedding party accordingly so our entrances were perfect and everyone had a great time! He had a cheerful presence and a calming aura that matched our wedding exactly.
By the end of the night, everyone from both sides of the family were dancing together, having a good time, and it felt like a beautiful blend of both families. We absolutely loved DJ Kevin!! He made our wedding day so special and spectacular and we recommend you also book him for your event! We danced all night with his awesome mix of both Egyptian and American songs! Thank you for making our day so special DJ Kev!
PS: Also a BIG shoutout to Lindsey Fulton, the Booking Manager and Clients Relations Manager who was a saving grace when we were filling out the prep-sheet online! Thank you for your wonderful help Lindsey!
From start to finish, our experience with Dow Oak Events was wonderful and put our mind at ease! Thank you also to Gregg Alfonso who we first called at the initial inquiry.
You all are a great team! Great Job!
Leigh L
5.0
9/14/2025
Working with Dow Oaks was a wonderful experience. The team was extremely knowledgeable and had great suggestions to make our day go according to plan. They worked closely alongside...
our other vendors to take any added stress off of us during the ceremony and reception. Our DJ, Mike, was fun to work with from our first phone call through the end of the reception.
Lance E
5.0
9/09/2025
When you work in your own geographic area, you become familiar with the majority of Wedding/Special Event venues and many of the other Professionals that you might be scheduled to ...
work with. However, we can’t just always work in our backyard, such was the case this last weekend where I was working almost 90 minutes south of the Lehigh Valley, at the Washington Crossing Inn, which was stunning.
Undoubtedly because of the distance, the DJ and I had never worked together, Gregg from Dow Oak Events. After having over 1000+ Weddings and Special Events under my belt, I’m a pretty good judge of Professionalism and Gregg was a definite 5 Star Performer. He made sure he understood what I needed to accomplish, in the timeframe I was there and made time for all of it while keeping the party going. We candidly discussed the days layout and timeline and although we both thought that is should have been adjusted, we worked with it and even discussed delaying a group of activities as they would have interfered with the extended dinner service. Candidly, I would enjoy working with him and his team again and can easily rate him with a 5-star rating.
Jishnu N
5.0
9/01/2025
Brennan DJed our wedding on August 23. He handled setup and mic checks expertly and professionally, and the crowd was quite literally chanting his name by the end of his schedule...
d time slot. Also nailed the pronunciations!!
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