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San Diego County, Orange County, LA
Travel area: Within 100 miles See details
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Michael Ontiveros
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Based in San Diego, CA, Holmes Entertainment San Diego is a full-service wedding and event DJ company dedicated to creating unforgettable celebrations. Michael Ontiveros, also known as DJ Holmes, has over 15 years of professional experience performing at weddings, private events, and international clubs. A trained musician and lifelong music lover, DJ Holmes brings a focus on live mixing, blending songs, and reading the room to keep the energy high and the dance floor full throughout the night.
Holmes Entertainment offers a wide range of professional services to elevate any wedding or event. Services include DJ and MC hosting, bilingual announcements, dance floor lighting, uplighting, and custom gobo monograms to create a personalized atmosphere. With deep knowledge across many genres, from Latin music to old classics and modern hits, every musical style can be incorporated to match your taste. The focus is always on creating a seamless, musical experience that feels alive and dynamic, tailored specifically to you and your guests.
Multiple consultations are provided leading up to your event to ensure the music reflects your exact vision. DJ Holmes works closely with each couple to perfect the soundtrack, offering guidance and advice based on years of experience, but always prioritizing the music you want to hear. On the day of the event, everything is handled with precision and care. Setup begins hours before the celebration to ensure all sound, lighting, and technical details are flawless, and announcements are delivered smoothly and professionally.
With experience performing around the world, including international club residencies, Holmes Entertainment knows how to adapt to any crowd or setting. The goal is always the same: to create a joyful, memorable experience that reflects your personality and vision while keeping the celebration fun, dynamic, and unforgettable.
Contact: 760-533-9273
Email: holmesdjservices@gmail.com
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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
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MC Services
Recorded Music
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Se Habla Español
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
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Meet the team
Michael Ontiveros
Owner
I’m Michael Ontiveros, owner of Holmes Entertainment San Diego and a professional DJ with over 15 years of experience. I started as a guitarist and producer, and my love for music has taken me from club residencies in Vietnam, to weddings and private events both in Southern California and internationally. I’ve played for a wide variety of crowds and venues, and I know how to read a room, match the vibe, and keep the energy flowing.
My goal is to work with you to create the perfect soundtrack for your day. From the first conversation to the last song, I make sure you feel confident that the music and the experience are in great hands. Music moves my soul, and helping people celebrate their most important moments through music is a blessing I don't take for granted. When you book me, you’re getting a veteran DJ who is professional, passionate, and fully dedicated to making your event unforgettable.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.010 reviews
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Kate A
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5.0
8/26/2022
Michael was amazing from start to finish. He is the most laid back yet detail oriented/organized hype man you want for your wedding or event. He kept our dance floor packed the entire night and he totally understood our music preferences and taste. We are funky people and we love music, we were stoked to find a DJ that fits our vibe and kept our guests lively the entire event. We even did a cool reception intro that involved all the guests getting up and twirling their napkins and Michael introduced us exactly how we had envisioned. He's all around an amazing person and artist. He knows how to keep the party going and roll with whatever happens, thank you so much DJ Holmes you rock!!!!!
Briana C
5.0
11/04/2025
Amazing DJ! Very professional set up and work ethic! Recommending to anyone I know looking for a DJ!
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Rossana R
5.0
10/19/2025
DJ Holmes Music is Top Notch! Your event will be memorable by his music. The array of music played caters to your taste. Your selection will be honored & creatively selected to party like it's 1999. DJ Holmes Music is reasonably priced & worth so much more if in fact your guests enjoy & are enveloped by the tunes. DJ Holmes is professional but most of all Authentic! He is timely & reliable. If you want your Special Event to be etched in your hearts, DJ Holmes Music will make it memorable!! Give him a call!!
Ali W
5.0
12/16/2022
Michael was great to work with, very helpful and responsive. He is also great at reading the room and getting the vibe right. I’d highly recommend him for any event.
Sandi X
5.0
12/06/2022
Michael was professional and had great vibes! He did a great job working with our requests and was flexible with changes. The music was catered to our crowd and we received many compliments from our reception.
Jessika M
5.0
10/28/2022
If you’re having a challenge finding the right DJ, don’t skip over DJ Holmes!!!! It may be surprising, but we had a hard time finding a DJ that was genuine and matched our energy. When we finally met Michael, we were grateful for easy conversation and seamless planning. He was prompt to respond, receptive to our preferences, through with timeline review, provided suggestions and guidance when we were unsure, offered to do a venue walk though with us, and absolutely crushed the rollout! Another key thing we appreciated was quickly re-confirming certain details/announcements day-of, because of course we had some changes and wanted to adjust to fit the timing. Not only was he extremely personable, he was an amazing DJ and our family and friends are still raving about how fun the dance floor was. Michael, thank you for being a huge factor contributing to our perfect wedding day. We are so grateful for you!
Christian K
5.0
7/05/2022
Michael was amazing!
Very professional, friendly and amazing work ethic.
From day one of planning he made it very easy to communicate and never missed a call or text.
The day of our wedding we had unexpected changes and Michael was easy to work with.
Thank you so much for your expertise!
I would highly recommend Holmes Entertainment for any occasion or event.
David B
5.0
10/31/2021
Holmes Entertainment! Easy to give 5 stars for the excellent service Michael provided for our wedding and reception. He took the time to get to know us and make it a personal experience; playing our selections as well as filling in with great hits from the same genre when the list played out. His music, professionalism, timing and all aspects of entertainment were on point with zero issues. We highly recommend Michael and will use him again for any occasion.
Amanda D
5.0
10/26/2021
You're in good hands with Michael! We booked Holmes Entertainment San Diego for our wedding at Leo Carrillo Ranch back in 2015 and our day went flawlessly! Communication with Michael went smoothly, picking our songs was easy, and he was super accommodating, even when we made last minute song changes the day before the wedding. He played the perfect mix of songs combining our must plays with a few sentimental family favorites, as well as songs that kept everyone of all ages on the dance floor! We highly recommend Holmes Entertainment San Diego for your wedding or next event, you won't regret it!
Carlos A
5.0
10/21/2021
I can’t say enough good things about DJ Holmes. He worked our wedding a couple of months ago and was absolutely phenomenal. He worked with us to create the perfect timeline and communicated with us throughout the wedding to make sure it flowed perfectly. He played all of our favorite songs and mixed in a great playlist. I would HIGHLY recommend DJ Holmes and hope to have him again in the future!!!
Response from Holmes Entertainment San Diego on 10/21/2021
Thank, Carlos! It was a beautiful day and I'm happy I was able to be apart of it. See you ...
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