DJ/Band Booking Calculator
Plan your event entertainment budget with this comprehensive DJ and band booking calculator. Whether you need a wedding DJ, party DJ, or live band, get instant pricing based on event type, duration, equipment needs, and special requests. Perfect for event planners, venues, and entertainment agencies.
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export function djBandBookingCalculator(form: FormTs) {
form.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header', {
computedValue: () => 'DJ/Band Booking Calculator',
customStyles: { 'font-size': '1.5rem', 'font-weight': '600', 'color': '#1e293b' }
});
});
form.addSpacer({ height: 20 });
// Entertainment Type Section
const typeSection = form.addSubform('type', { title: '🎵 Entertainment Type' });
typeSection.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('entertainmentType', {
label: 'Select Entertainment',
options: [
{ id: 'dj', name: 'DJ' },
{ id: 'solo', name: 'Solo Musician' },
{ id: 'duo', name: 'Duo/Acoustic' },
{ id: 'band-small', name: 'Small Band (3-4 piece)' },
{ id: 'band-large', name: 'Large Band (5+ piece)' }
],
defaultValue: 'dj',
isRequired: true
});
});
typeSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('experienceLevel', {
label: 'Experience Level',
options: [
{ id: 'beginner', name: 'Beginner (1-2 years)' },
{ id: 'intermediate', name: 'Intermediate (3-5 years)' },
{ id: 'experienced', name: 'Experienced (5-10 years)' },
{ id: 'premium', name: 'Premium/Celebrity DJ' }
],
defaultValue: 'experienced',
isVisible: () => typeSection.radioButton('entertainmentType')?.value() === 'dj'
}, '1fr');
row.addDropdown('bandReputation', {
label: 'Band Reputation',
options: [
{ id: 'local', name: 'Local Band' },
{ id: 'regional', name: 'Regional Band' },
{ id: 'touring', name: 'Touring Band' },
{ id: 'premium', name: 'Premium/Award-Winning' }
],
defaultValue: 'regional',
isVisible: () => typeSection.radioButton('entertainmentType')?.value() !== 'dj'
}, '1fr');
});
// Event Details Section
const eventSection = form.addSubform('event', { title: '📅 Event Details' });
eventSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('eventType', {
label: 'Event Type',
options: [
{ id: 'wedding', name: 'Wedding' },
{ id: 'corporate', name: 'Corporate Event' },
{ id: 'birthday', name: 'Birthday Party' },
{ id: 'club', name: 'Club/Nightclub' },
{ id: 'festival', name: 'Festival/Concert' },
{ id: 'private', name: 'Private Party' },
{ id: 'school', name: 'School Dance/Prom' },
{ id: 'other', name: 'Other Event' }
],
defaultValue: 'wedding',
isRequired: true
}, '1fr');
row.addInteger('guestCount', {
label: 'Expected Guests',
min: 10,
max: 5000,
defaultValue: 150,
tooltip: 'Affects sound equipment needs'
}, '1fr');
});
eventSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('performanceHours', {
label: 'Performance Duration',
options: [
{ id: '2', name: '2 Hours' },
{ id: '3', name: '3 Hours' },
{ id: '4', name: '4 Hours' },
{ id: '5', name: '5 Hours' },
{ id: '6', name: '6 Hours' },
{ id: '8', name: '8 Hours (Full Day)' }
],
defaultValue: '4',
isRequired: true
}, '1fr');
row.addDropdown('dayOfWeek', {
label: 'Day of Event',
options: [
{ id: 'weekday', name: 'Monday-Thursday' },
{ id: 'friday', name: 'Friday' },
{ id: 'saturday', name: 'Saturday' },
{ id: 'sunday', name: 'Sunday' },
{ id: 'holiday', name: 'Holiday' }
],
defaultValue: 'saturday',
tooltip: 'Weekend and holiday rates are higher'
}, '1fr');
});
eventSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('venue', {
label: 'Venue Type',
options: [
{ id: 'indoor', name: 'Indoor Venue' },
{ id: 'outdoor', name: 'Outdoor Venue' },
{ id: 'tent', name: 'Tent/Marquee' },
{ id: 'multiple', name: 'Multiple Areas' }
],
defaultValue: 'indoor'
}, '1fr');
row.addInteger('travelDistance', {
label: 'Travel Distance (miles)',
min: 0,
max: 500,
defaultValue: 25,
tooltip: 'Distance from performer to venue'
}, '1fr');
});
// Equipment Section
const equipmentSection = form.addSubform('equipment', { title: '🔊 Equipment & Setup' });
equipmentSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('soundSystem', {
label: 'Sound System',
options: [
{ id: 'basic', name: 'Basic (up to 100 guests)' },
{ id: 'standard', name: 'Standard (100-200 guests)' },
{ id: 'premium', name: 'Premium (200-500 guests)' },
{ id: 'concert', name: 'Concert Grade (500+)' }
],
defaultValue: 'standard',
isRequired: true
}, '1fr');
row.addDropdown('lighting', {
label: 'Lighting Package',
options: [
{ id: 'none', name: 'No Lighting' },
{ id: 'basic', name: 'Basic Dance Floor Lights' },
{ id: 'standard', name: 'Standard Package' },
{ id: 'premium', name: 'Premium (Moving Heads, Lasers)' },
{ id: 'concert', name: 'Full Concert Lighting' }
],
defaultValue: 'standard'
}, '1fr');
});
equipmentSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('wirelessMics', {
label: 'Wireless Microphones',
defaultValue: true,
tooltip: 'For speeches and announcements'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('subwoofers', {
label: 'Additional Subwoofers',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Extra bass for larger venues'
}, '1fr');
});
equipmentSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('fogMachine', {
label: 'Fog/Haze Machine',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('uplighting', {
label: 'Venue Uplighting',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Ambient colored lighting around venue'
}, '1fr');
});
// Additional Services Section
const servicesSection = form.addSubform('services', { title: '✨ Additional Services' });
servicesSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('mcServices', {
label: 'MC/Emcee Services',
defaultValue: true,
tooltip: 'Professional announcements and hosting'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('ceremonyMusic', {
label: 'Ceremony Music',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Separate setup for ceremony (weddings)',
isVisible: () => eventSection.dropdown('eventType')?.value() === 'wedding'
}, '1fr');
});
servicesSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('cocktailHour', {
label: 'Cocktail Hour Music',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Background music during cocktails'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('photoBooth', {
label: 'Photo Booth',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Photo booth with props and prints'
}, '1fr');
});
servicesSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('customPlaylist', {
label: 'Custom Playlist Creation',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Detailed song selection consultation'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('backupEquipment', {
label: 'Backup Equipment',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'On-site backup gear for emergencies'
}, '1fr');
});
// Special Requests Section
const specialSection = form.addSubform('special', { title: '🌟 Special Requests' });
specialSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('specialSongs', {
label: 'Special Song Learning',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Band learns specific songs for your event',
isVisible: () => typeSection.radioButton('entertainmentType')?.value() !== 'dj'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('earlySetup', {
label: 'Early Setup (2+ hours before)',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
});
specialSection.addRow(row => {
row.addInteger('overtimeHours', {
label: 'Estimated Overtime (hours)',
min: 0,
max: 4,
defaultValue: 0,
tooltip: 'Additional hours beyond booked time'
});
});
form.addSpacer({ height: 20, showLine: true, lineStyle: 'dashed' });
// Results Section
const resultsSection = form.addSubform('results', { title: '📊 Price Breakdown', isCollapsible: false });
const calculatePricing = () => {
const entertainmentType = typeSection.radioButton('entertainmentType')?.value() || 'dj';
const experienceLevel = typeSection.dropdown('experienceLevel')?.value() || 'experienced';
const bandReputation = typeSection.dropdown('bandReputation')?.value() || 'regional';
const eventType = eventSection.dropdown('eventType')?.value() || 'wedding';
const hours = parseInt(eventSection.dropdown('performanceHours')?.value() || '4');
const dayOfWeek = eventSection.dropdown('dayOfWeek')?.value() || 'saturday';
const travelDistance = eventSection.integer('travelDistance')?.value() || 25;
// Base hourly rates by entertainment type
const baseRates = {
'dj': { 'beginner': 75, 'intermediate': 125, 'experienced': 200, 'premium': 400 },
'solo': { 'local': 100, 'regional': 175, 'touring': 300, 'premium': 500 },
'duo': { 'local': 200, 'regional': 350, 'touring': 500, 'premium': 800 },
'band-small': { 'local': 400, 'regional': 700, 'touring': 1200, 'premium': 2000 },
'band-large': { 'local': 700, 'regional': 1200, 'touring': 2000, 'premium': 4000 }
};
const level = entertainmentType === 'dj' ? experienceLevel : bandReputation;
const hourlyRate = baseRates[entertainmentType][level] || 200;
// Calculate base performance fee
let performanceFee = hourlyRate * hours;
// Event type premium
const eventPremiums = {
'wedding': 1.3,
'corporate': 1.2,
'festival': 1.4,
'club': 1.0,
'birthday': 1.0,
'private': 1.1,
'school': 0.9,
'other': 1.0
};
performanceFee *= eventPremiums[eventType];
// Day of week pricing
const dayMultipliers = {
'weekday': 0.85,
'friday': 1.0,
'saturday': 1.15,
'sunday': 1.0,
'holiday': 1.3
};
performanceFee *= dayMultipliers[dayOfWeek];
// Sound system
const soundSystem = equipmentSection.dropdown('soundSystem')?.value() || 'standard';
const soundCosts = { 'basic': 0, 'standard': 150, 'premium': 400, 'concert': 1000 };
const soundCost = soundCosts[soundSystem];
// Lighting
const lighting = equipmentSection.dropdown('lighting')?.value() || 'standard';
const lightingCosts = { 'none': 0, 'basic': 100, 'standard': 250, 'premium': 500, 'concert': 1200 };
const lightingCost = lightingCosts[lighting];
// Equipment addons
let equipmentAddons = 0;
if (equipmentSection.checkbox('wirelessMics')?.value()) equipmentAddons += 50;
if (equipmentSection.checkbox('subwoofers')?.value()) equipmentAddons += 150;
if (equipmentSection.checkbox('fogMachine')?.value()) equipmentAddons += 75;
if (equipmentSection.checkbox('uplighting')?.value()) equipmentAddons += 200;
// Services
let servicesCost = 0;
if (servicesSection.checkbox('mcServices')?.value()) servicesCost += 150;
if (servicesSection.checkbox('ceremonyMusic')?.value()) servicesCost += 300;
if (servicesSection.checkbox('cocktailHour')?.value()) servicesCost += 200;
if (servicesSection.checkbox('photoBooth')?.value()) servicesCost += 400;
if (servicesSection.checkbox('customPlaylist')?.value()) servicesCost += 100;
if (servicesSection.checkbox('backupEquipment')?.value()) servicesCost += 150;
// Special requests
let specialCost = 0;
if (specialSection.checkbox('specialSongs')?.value()) specialCost += 200;
if (specialSection.checkbox('earlySetup')?.value()) specialCost += 100;
// Overtime
const overtimeHours = specialSection.integer('overtimeHours')?.value() || 0;
const overtimeCost = overtimeHours * hourlyRate * 1.5;
// Travel fee
const travelFee = travelDistance > 30 ? (travelDistance - 30) * 1.5 : 0;
const totalEquipment = soundCost + lightingCost + equipmentAddons;
const totalServices = servicesCost + specialCost;
const grandTotal = Math.round(performanceFee + totalEquipment + totalServices + overtimeCost + travelFee);
return {
performanceFee: Math.round(performanceFee),
equipmentCost: Math.round(totalEquipment),
servicesCost: Math.round(totalServices),
overtimeCost: Math.round(overtimeCost),
travelFee: Math.round(travelFee),
grandTotal,
hourlyRate: Math.round(hourlyRate),
depositAmount: Math.round(grandTotal * 0.25)
};
};
resultsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('performanceFee', {
label: 'Performance Fee',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().performanceFee,
variant: 'default'
}, '1fr');
row.addPriceDisplay('equipmentCost', {
label: 'Equipment & Lighting',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().equipmentCost,
variant: 'default'
}, '1fr');
});
resultsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('servicesCost', {
label: 'Additional Services',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().servicesCost,
variant: 'default',
isVisible: () => calculatePricing().servicesCost > 0
}, '1fr');
row.addPriceDisplay('travelFee', {
label: 'Travel Fee',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().travelFee,
variant: 'default',
isVisible: () => calculatePricing().travelFee > 0
}, '1fr');
});
resultsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('overtimeCost', {
label: 'Estimated Overtime',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().overtimeCost,
variant: 'default',
isVisible: () => calculatePricing().overtimeCost > 0
});
});
// Summary Section
const summarySection = form.addSubform('summary', {
title: '🎶 Booking Summary',
isCollapsible: false,
sticky: 'bottom'
});
summarySection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('grandTotal', {
label: 'Total Quote',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().grandTotal,
variant: 'large'
}, '1fr');
row.addPriceDisplay('deposit', {
label: 'Deposit (25%)',
computedValue: () => calculatePricing().depositAmount,
variant: 'success'
}, '1fr');
});
summarySection.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('note', {
computedValue: () => 'Prices are estimates. Final quote depends on availability and specific requirements.',
customStyles: { 'font-size': '0.8rem', 'color': '#64748b', 'text-align': 'center' }
});
});
form.configureSubmitButton({
label: 'Check Availability'
});
}
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding DJ cost?
Wedding DJs typically cost $800-2,500 depending on experience, equipment, duration, and location. Premium DJs with extensive equipment can exceed $3,000.
Is a DJ or live band better for weddings?
Both have pros and cons. DJs offer more song variety and typically cost less. Live bands create unique atmosphere but have a higher price point. Many couples choose both.
What's included in DJ services?
Standard packages include the DJ, sound system, music library, and basic lighting. Premium packages may include MC services, photo booth, and advanced lighting.
How far in advance should I book?
Popular dates book 6-12 months ahead. For peak wedding season (May-October), booking 12-18 months in advance is recommended.
Can I customize this for my entertainment business?
Yes! DJs, bands, and entertainment agencies can customize this calculator with their packages and pricing, then embed it on their website.