Ackerman Events - DJ & Photobooth

06/03/2026

Your next corporate event deserves more than a generic playlist and awkward silence. 🎶

At Ackerman Events, we transform company parties, holiday gatherings, and team celebrations into experiences your employees will actually talk about on Monday morning.

From high-energy DJ sets to a photo booth that gets everyone off their seats — we handle the entertainment so you can focus on your people.

06/02/2026

New blog post up on the website

Booking a wedding DJ in Omaha? Don't sign anything until you ask these 7 honest questions. Ackerman Events breaks down what to look for, what to avoid, and how to feel confident in your choice.

05/27/2026

05/20/2026

Most people know us for weddings. But some of our favorite events have nothing to do with a first dance.

Last year we did a year-end company party for a local Omaha business — 200 employees, a mix of departments that don't usually hang out, and a leadership team that genuinely wanted people to have fun for once. Zach read the room within the first 20 minutes, built the energy gradually, and by the end of the night the head of HR was out on the dance floor for some karaoke. That's not luck. That's experience knowing how to program music for a crowd that didn't choose to be there together and turning it into something they'll talk about at the next all-hands meeting.

Corporate events are a different skill set than weddings, and honestly, not every DJ handles the transition well. The vibe has to be professional without feeling stiff, fun without feeling like a frat party, and the timeline has to flex around speeches, award presentations, and catering — not the other way around. Ackerman Events offers full-service packages for company parties, galas, and fundraisers across the Omaha area, including setup, professional sound, lighting, and MC services if you need someone to keep things moving on the mic. If you're starting to plan something for later this year, holiday party season sneaks up fast, drop a comment or send us a message and Zach will get back to you with a custom quote.

05/19/2026

Check out our newest blog post

https://www.ackermanevents.com/blog/cheap-dj-vs-professional-dj-whats-the-real-difference

Spoiler: it's not just about the price tag. Here's what you're actually paying for — and what happens when you don't. By Zachary Ackerman · Nebraska & Iowa Weddings · Budgeting & Planning We're going to be upfront about something: yes, we're a DJ

05/13/2026

Thinking about adding a photo booth to your wedding or event? At Ackerman Events, our photo booth isn't just a prop table with a ring light — it's a full experience your guests will talk about for years. We're talking a sleek open-air setup, unlimited photos, a custom template with your names and date, and a prop box that actually gets people laughing. I set it up before your reception starts and tear it down after, so you never have to think about a thing.

One of my favorite moments from a recent wedding at a venue here in Omaha — the parent got in the booth with her daughters and the photo came out so perfect that it has become one of their memories. That's the stuff nobody plans for, but everyone remembers. The booth tends to take on a life of its own once guests figure out it's there, and it gives people something fun to do during cocktail hour or those slower stretches between dinner and dancing.

If you've been on the fence about whether a photo booth is worth it, I'd love to show you exactly what ours looks like and talk through how it fits your specific event. Reach out through our website or send us a message here — happy to answer any questions and put together a package that makes sense for your budget.

05/12/2026

Impromptu circle dance for Mitchell and Emma!

05/07/2026

🚨 2026 is FLYING by — here's what's left for Saturdays!
If your Saturday date isn't on this list, it's already gone, however we still have Fridays and other days you can book👀

📅 May 23
📅 June 6 & 27
📅 July — fully open!
📅 August 1, 8 & 22
📅 October 31 🎃
📅 November 7, 21 & 28
📅 December 5, 12 & 26

That's it. That's the list.

Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, or holiday party — Ackerman Events brings the DJ, the photo booth, and the energy that makes your night unforgettable.

🎉 Already thinking about 2027? We're booking that too — and trust me, dates go faster than you think.

Drop a comment, send a DM, or head to ackermanevents.com to check availability before your date disappears! 🎶✨

05/05/2026

New blog post up on the website

Ackerman Events recommends Danielle Rambo Photography for couples in Omaha and Council Bluffs. Natural, candid wedding photography starting at $1,500.

04/29/2026

Hey Omaha couples — I'm doing something a little different today. I've been doing this long enough to know that hiring a DJ comes with a lot of questions, and honestly, a lot of people feel like they don't know what they *should* be asking. So I'm opening up the comments. Ask me anything — pricing, how playlists work, what happens if something goes wrong night-of, how to handle a family member who wants to take over the aux cord. Nothing's off limits.

I'll respond to every single question personally. Whether you're getting married this summer, planning for next year, or just starting to think through vendors, this is a no-pressure, no-pitch conversation. Just real answers from someone who's been in the booth at a lot of Omaha weddings.

Drop your question below — and if you've got a friend who's engaged or newly engaged, tag them. This is the kind of stuff that's actually useful to know before you start making calls.

(Photo by Rambo Photography)