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Jason & Rhonda Pearson

Jeff Hay, aka DJ Haymaker

There is a reason why Jeff is booked all year. He’s an amazing person to work with and had helped make our wedding reception a giant success, he will do the same with yours. THANK YOU JEFF!

Months before the wedding we met with Jeff several times, my wife and I were getting overwhelmed with the whole planning, staging, and execution of the wedding. Jeff offered his help right from the start. His wealth of wedding knowledge and experience made it much easier for us. Jeff listened to what we wanted, suggested a few ideas of his own, and molded our vision into a night of experience that no one will EVER forget.

Our wedding had a very diverse group. Young, old, religious, not. To be honest, we expected a drop of attendance after the dinner, however, because of the games and entertainment, the people we expected to go stayed much longer. It was awesome. My brother in law MC’d the wedding, and Jeff was the perfect support and co-host. Jeff started everyone interacting with some games to break the ice… like the newlywed game and survivor. He has props and know’s how to use them… His selection in music was awesome, there wasn’t a time where the dance floor was empty, he played off the crowd, took requests, he had a little something for everyone.

Thanks again Jeff. You made our night into something everyone will not forget. It has been almost 3 months later, we still get phone calls from friends and family saying it was ‘the best wedding ever! ‘and how much of a great time they had, and we did too!

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Jeff HayJason & Rhonda Pearson

Rick & Nancy’s SURPRISE 25th Anniversary and 50th Birthday party!

Great to see you again at the party last night… we can’t thank you enough for making Rick and Nancy’s Anniv/50th bday party a huge success.

You made the difference for our evening, from just being a family dance, to being a night we will not forget.

Jeff, you have such a natural way with people. You have a fabulous memory, and I am so impressed with how you remembered (and used) everyone’s name. It made us feel like you were part of our crew.

Your games were hilarious and props really great at drawing in the crowd. You made it easy for the more shy contingent of our group, to participate. You truly know how to break the ice.

I found you read the crowd well in the song choices that you made. We had a variety of ages there, and somehow you made that work.

On top of this, your cheerful disposition, and professional manner made the whole event easy from start to finish!!

Thank you Jeff for a memorable and successful party. We hope to utilize your talents again, and recommend DJ Haymaker with great enthusiasm.

Most sincerely,

Linda Dunlop

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Jeff HayRick & Nancy’s SURPRISE 25th Anniversary and 50th Birthday party!

Sue & Dennis Daley – 50th Birthday Party

Jeff recently hosted my wife Sue’s 50th birthday party. We were extremely pleased with his services. From the background dinner music which was appropriate and allowed for conversation, to the fun party games, to the great dance music, Jeff made the experience everything we hoped it would be.

We appreciated Jeff’s attention to detail. We had a meeting before the event and he offered us his suggestions to make the occasion memorable. He also asked for our input for the dance music play list and actually played our songs!

If you’re looking for someone to make your party wildly fun and memorable for all those attend – then Jeff is your guy!

Dennis & Sue Daley

Personal note from Sue. Thank you so much for the fabulous job that you did at my party! Everyone said it was the best birthday party they’d ever been to, and raved about how great you were and how much fun the games were. I didn’t realize when we booked you what a “hot commodity” you are!!!

So thank you, the party was a huge success and much of that is due to you.

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Jeff HaySue & Dennis Daley – 50th Birthday Party

Marg Van Wielingen’s 60th Birthday Party – “A Night at the Oscars”

Jeff hay is the best D.J. I have ever partied with. He is a true professional and does more than spin tunes. Jeff provides a total evening of entertainment, including unique ways ofgetting people up and dancing. Guests at my party danced the night away and he was a real hit. He is good with both a younger group or more mature people – (my friends are in their 50’s and 60’s). Everyone raved about him, his music, his professionalism, and no one sat down when he started working.

He is more than a D.J. He is a performer and a true gentleman.

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Jeff HayMarg Van Wielingen’s 60th Birthday Party – “A Night at the Oscars”

Twyla & Craig Wheaton

From the Mother of the Bride…

Jeff was a constant support to us in the planning of our wedding. We were reluctant to believe that he was there to help us organize our entire day, but he kept reassuring us he was there to help with much more than just the musical portion. He was always available with phone contact and he constantly encouraged us to make use of his experience and expertise.

The wedding was phenomenal. We had a wide variety of ages and interests at the reception, but Jeff’s games made everyone feel involved and entertained. He orchestrated the introduction of the head table for the master of ceremonies and his format set the tone of humor for the night. His game Survivor really got the tables interacting with each other as they competed to fulfill his challenges.

By the time the dance started, everyone was fully prepared to have a great time. The ice was clearly broken and Jeff’s medley of hats that were used in the games and dancing. The hats were a constant source of entertainment as people kept passing them around throughout the night. Even families with small children who had to leave early didn’t feel gyped because they had so much fun while they were there.

As the parent who sponsored the wedding, I felt totally supported at all times. Jeff was constantly surveying the crowd and making judgements and adjustments about what was the best thing to do at the best time. Everything he did was coordinated with the family, the caterer, the wedding party and the MC. No one was anxious or in doubt about what to do when and because he was so in charge we could all de-stress and just have a good time.

I would highly recommend him–he is not just a DJ. He’s a performer, an organizer, a supporter and energizer that will make your event one to remember for each and every guest that attends. Do not hesitate to hire him. He is truly the best. Thanks Jeff!!!

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Jeff HayTwyla & Craig Wheaton

Becky & Marty Elechko

Thanks to DJ Haymaker, our wedding was a huge success.

Not only did Jeff provide assistance and offer so many great ideas at the beginning stages of the planning, he also offered his support all the way until the Big Day! He is not just a a fantastic DJ, he helped with planning, decorations, themes, Event Timeline, and even offered advice and suggestions on how to make the whole process a little less stressful. He combined our ‘unique’ and personalized ideas with his own extensive knowledge of Wedding do’s and Don’ts, to provide us with a once in a lifetime memory to share with our family & friends.

People had commented as they were partying late into the night (and early morning) what a blast they were having! The music, as diverse as we had requested, was a focal point for us, and Jeff managed to incorporate everyones tastes as well as our own ‘interesting’ musical requests and make our Reception the best (censored) party that they had EVER been to. The games were fun and hilarious, and got every single person involved, smiling and having a fantastic time. From our tear-jerking first dance, to the crazy games that our guests played, the funky hats my son and everyone else wore all night, and finally to our hardcore, guitar solo-ing 9 year-old daughter, Jeff kept the party rocking all night long!

The comment I remember most clearly is “So who’s getting married next?” lol…as if anyone could top our Wedding/Reception!

Thanks again for being a source of support & information, for listening to our needs and wants and helping us mesh it all together, for checking in on me (The Bride) throughout long months, and the day and night of the Wedding, and for being an overall, hands down the most super-fantastic DJ / MC ever!

A day and night we will NEVER forget! Thanks Jeff!

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Jeff HayBecky & Marty Elechko

Delta Grand Okanagan Staff party (for 350+)

Dear Jeff,

On behalf of the whole team here at the Delta Grand, I thank you ever so much for one of the best parties we’ve had. The Oscar theme went off without a hitch,thanks to your advice and expertise.

We have had you perform at our staff party for the last few years, and we have no plans of changing that anytime soon. You always do a fantastic job and it just wouldn’t be a great party without you.

I highly recommend you to all of my clients and friends and can do so without any hesitation. Keep up the great work and thanks again for everything.

Sincerely,
Melissa Grassmick
Conference Services Manager
Delta Grand Okanagan Resort and Conference Centre

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Jeff HayDelta Grand Okanagan Staff party (for 350+)

Manteo Resort

Jeff Hay has consistently been the number one requested and selected DJ in Kelowna since he started up his company. He comes highly recommended from Manteo Resort as he is a pleasure to work with leading up to a function and during the function. Prior to, he knows exactly what he needs from us and lets us know well in advance, and when he is onsite for the function he is extremely professional and helps guide us through functions when there are any last minute changes or delays.

It is amazing to watch him in action because even if he has only met the wedding couple once or twice, it feels like he has known them for their entire lives. He can step into the role of MC with ease and there is never a dull moment. For our Corporate groups, he is a great entertainer and gets the group involved as a whole and relaxed for the evening!

Krista Zillt
Conference Services Manager
Manteo Resort Waterfront Hotel & Villas

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Jeff HayManteo Resort