THE GROOVE MERCHANT
Queenstown Wedding & Party DJ Hire
"Banger after Banger after Banger..."
The Groove Merchant is your go-to Queenstown DJ hire for weddings, parties, and events. We also bring the groove to Wanaka and Otago, curating and spinning music as your Queenstown wedding DJ or party DJ, flowing from dinner to the dancefloor with energy, polish, and style
Our Services
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Sound & Lights
The Groove Merchant powers your Queenstown events DJ experience with hi-fi sound that thumps and grooves. Our lighting adds just the right magic—enhancing the vibe without overdoing it—for weddings, parties, and more across Otago.
2
Ceremony & Dinner Music
Set the perfect mood with The Groove Merchant, your Queenstown wedding DJ for ceremonies and dinners. We blend background tunes or live DJ sets, crafting a dynamic vibe that flows with the room’s energy—classic tunes nudging your Wanaka or Queenstown event forward with style.
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Dancefloor
It’s time to get down! The Groove Merchant is Queenstown’s ultimate party DJ, spinning tracks that move everyone—every time. We know music, and we know how to make all ages, generations, and nationalities groove together with finesse. From 90s bangers to funk and disco, your dancefloor comes alive with us on the decks.
What Clients have to say about our Queenstown dj services
The Groove Merchant delivers top Queenstown DJ services for weddings, events, and more. Check out what clients—from royalty to locals—say about our music!
Recent career highlights include working with Ayrburn as resident DJ and music coordinator for their debut summer season, plus spinning for the Danish Royal Family during their Queenstown visit in December 2023.
“You’re a very talented DJ” - Crown Prince Christian of Denmark, Ayrburn 2024
“Thank you, it’s been such a great time having you play for us this week, the music has been so good!!!” - King Frederik of Denmark, Ayrburn 2024
“We are so grateful for Tom’s music at our wedding—everyone had such a great time dancing all night. It was well beyond our expectations. Thank you so much!!!” - Dan & Erica, Rippon Hall Wanaka 2023
"Tom was awesome! He got everyone up on the dance floor, he matched the vibes perfectly throughout the night. He started off with classic dancefloor bangers and at our request finished off with an epic DnB set. We were dancing and singing all night. Couldn't have asked for a better wedding DJ. Would highly recommend" - Brody & Maddy
“Banger after banger after banger!” - Carly and Tom, Stoneridge Queenstown 2023
Specialists in Music That Moves You
The Groove Merchant is Queenstown’s wedding DJ for music lovers—80s & 90s bangers, rare groove funk, soul, RnB, disco, hip-hop, drum & bass, and house. We don’t just play tracks; we craft vibes for those who know and love good music. Your special day deserves the best.
Custom Queenstown Venue Playlists
"The Groove Merchant crafts Queenstown venue playlists for restaurants, cafes, and fine dining spots. Expertly curated to match your atmosphere, we bring the perfect vibe to Queenstown and Wanaka venues—day or night."