What Nicky Avalo Studios does

Nicky Avalo Studios (N.A.S.) is a privately held event entertainment and management company headquartered in the Chicago suburbs (Aurora, Illinois), founded circa 2017–2019 and operating as Nicky Avalo Studios LLC. The company delivers DJ and Master of Ceremonies services, live musicians (cellist, violinist, pianist/singer, string quartets), professional photography and videography, open-air photo booths, A/V equipment rental, monogram projection, and a mobile coffee cart across weddings (primary), private events, corporate functions, and conventions/festivals. Service is structured around six tiered DJ/MC packages ranging from the entry-level Marquee through the premium Imperio, with add-on modules for uplighting, fog, confetti, LED sticks, Dancing on the Cloud, and spark boxes, plus standalone equipment rental. Geographic reach is documented as nationwide across five U.S. regions from a Chicagoland base within roughly 100 miles of Schaumburg.

The underlying technology stack is operational rather than software-defined: Chauvet Moving Heads, LED PAR cans, wireless uplighting, SHURE wireless microphones, concert-grade speakers and subwoofers, trussing, confetti and fog machines, and 4K videography cameras. Distribution runs through the company website (quote request form, Calendly-based 30-minute consultation), phone and email, and third-party wedding/event marketplaces (Zola, The Bash) where the company has earned consecutive Best-of recognition from 2023 through 2026. Marketing is supported by Instagram and TikTok, a content blog, Google reviews, and a $75 VISA gift card referral program.

Revenue mechanics are entirely transactional and one-time: quote-based pricing per event with package tiers and à la carte add-ons, plus a small affiliate-referral stream. Enterprise customers (Loyola University, Mitsubishi, Maggiano's, PepsiCo, Target, AIG, Quaker) coexist with a high-volume long tail of individual weddings and private parties. The company has no disclosed external funding, no parent organization, and no patent portfolio; ownership and operations are concentrated with founder Nicky Avalo.

Name

Nicky Avalo Studios

Legal name

Nicky Avalo Studios LLC

Website

https://nickyavalostudios.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Nicky Avalo Studios is a Chicago-area DJ, live music, photography, videography, and event entertainment company serving weddings, private parties, and corporate events nationwide through tiered packages and equipment rentals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Entertainment Services

NAICS

Musical Groups and Artists (711130), Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers (711510), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

Party DJ, Music & Audio Services (HSACACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Audio-Visual Equipment Rentals (Sound, Projection, Screens) (HSACAFAF), Audio-Visual (AV) Systems & Rentals (Audio, Video, Projection, LED Walls) (THAHAEAA)

Keywords

• Wedding DJ services
• Event entertainment production
• Live event music
• Professional event lighting
• Audio visual rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Westchester

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. DJ and MC Services: Full DJ and Master of Ceremonies services for weddings, corporate events, and private parties with various package tiers from basic to premium Imperio package including lighting and sound equipment.
2. Equipment Rental: Standalone rental of speakers, microphones, uplighting, and A/V equipment for events without full DJ service.
3. Live Musician Services: Live cellist, violinist, pianist/singer, string quartets and ensembles for ceremonies and cocktail hours.
4. Photography and Videography: Professional photography and video production services including Highlight Package (4-6 minute video) and IMAX Package (20-minute comprehensive video).
5. Photo Booth Rentals: Open-air photo booth packages available as add-ons to DJ services or standalone.
6. Referral Program: $75 VISA Gift Card reward for each successful referral that books services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Nicky Avalo Studios provides professional event entertainment and management services centered on tiered DJ and MC packages, supported by live musician services (cellist, violinist, pianist/singer, string quartets), professional photography, Highlight and IMAX videography, open-air photo booth rentals, and A/V equipment rental. The offerings serve weddings, private parties, corporate functions, conventions, and festivals across the United States from a Chicagoland base.

Product overview

Nicky Avalo Studios is a premier entertainment company offering a comprehensive portfolio of live event services. The core offering consists of tiered DJ & MC packages (Imperio, Encore, Avalon, Chateau, Marquee, Ambience) that serve as the foundation, supplemented by live musician services (cellist, violinist, pianist/singer), videography packages (Highlight and IMAX), photography, and photo booth services. Equipment rental and add-on lighting effects (uplighting, fog, confetti, LED sticks, monograms) are available as standalone services or integrated with packages. The company operates as a unified service delivery model rather than a software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Imperio Package Premium-tier full-service DJ and MC package for weddings including ceremony and reception coverage with illuminated DJ facade, concert-grade sound, advanced lighting rig, specialty effects, and photo booth. Designed for couples seeking an all-inclusive high-production experience.
• Encore Package Mid-tier DJ and lighting package for weddings and events with premium speakers, subwoofers, expanded wireless uplighting, LED PAR cans, and elevated trussing setup.
• Avalon Package Entry-to-mid-tier designer lighting DJ package with upgraded DJ facade, sound system, wireless uplighting, optional confetti, Chauvet moving heads, and trussing towers.
• Chateau Package Elegant lighting package offering professional lighting stand, wireless uplighting, LED party sticks, and Chauvet Kinta dance floor lighting for smaller or design-focused events.
• Marquee Package Entry-level DJ package with a standard DJ facade and minimal lighting, designed for budget-conscious clients needing core DJ service.
• Ambience Package MC-focused package providing master of ceremonies services for reception and ceremony with two speakers and 6 hours on site, designed for events prioritizing hosting over music programming.
• Audio Concierge Audio equipment rental service providing a certified technician for speaker setup, two speaker rentals, and one subwoofer rental, aimed at clients needing professional sound without full DJ service.
• Key Note MC and speaker service package tailored for business functions including weddings, private events, conferences, seminars, and product launches, providing 4 hours on site.
• The Jukebox (DIY iPod/iPad DJ) Self-directed music service where clients supply playlists via Spotify, Apple Music, or iTunes and the company delivers the sound system, speakers, announcement support, and music control assistance.
• Cellist / String Package Live music service featuring a professional cellist for ceremonies and cocktail hours, with optional string quartet for special requests. Includes pre-written wedding ceremony music and 1-2 months advance notice for custom songs.
• Violinist / String Package Live violinist service for ceremonies and events, with optional string quartet available as a special request.
• Pianist / Singer Package Live professional pianist/singer service for cocktail hours and events, with trio available as special request.
• Highlight Package (Videography) Wedding videography package delivering a 4-6 minute highlight video with cinematographic editing, one videographer with a 4K camera, USB drive delivery, and 8 hours on site.
• IMAX Package (Videography) Premium wedding videography package delivering a 20-minute feature video with two videographers using two 4K cameras, audio capture for toasts, speeches, and vows, plus USB drive delivery.
• Photo Booths & Backdrops Open-air photo booth service available standalone or as an add-on to DJ packages, including a guestbook with printed photos and signing space.
• Photography Services Professional photography services for weddings, corporate events, and private functions.
• Equipment Rental Audio Visual (A/V) equipment rental including speakers, microphones, and complete sound systems available for events without full DJ service.
• Mobile Coffee Cart Mobile coffee cart service for events providing coffee and beverages to guests.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero missed or late events - backup DJs and equipment available for every event
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Fairlie ChicagocoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Nicky Avalo Studios has been added to the Fairlie Chicago preferred vendors list as a wedding and event DJ/entertainment vendor. This partnership provides preferred vendor status for couples booking events at the Fairlie Chicago venue, creating a mutually beneficial referral relationship for wedding bookings.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Shure Incorporated: Premier pro-audio equipment manufacturer (wireless microphones, speakers) whose gear is featured throughout Nicky Avalo Studios packages (SHURE mics are called out specifically in the Imperio tier).
• Zola: Wedding registry, planning, and vendor marketplace where Nicky Avalo Studios has won 'Best of Zola' 2024-2026; functions as a channel partner/distribution layer rather than competitor.
• The Bash: Event services marketplace (formerly GigMasters) and 'Best of' awards host where Nicky Avalo Studios has won 2023-2024 - a vendor-discovery channel rather than direct competitor.
• Chauvet Professional: Pro-lighting manufacturer whose Moving Heads, LED PARs, and uplighting are core components of Nicky Avalo Studios' lighting rigs, making them a key upstream supplier rather than competitor.

Broad incumbents

• The Knot Worldwide: Dominant wedding marketplace and vendor directory (WeddingWire/The Knot/XO) that channels end-couple demand to entertainment vendors like Nicky Avalo Studios while sitting upstream of any individual DJ's customer relationship.
• Eventbrite: Large-scale event ticketing and management platform with overlapping corporate/private event adjacency, representing a broader incumbent in event services distribution.

Direct peers

• A Sharp DJs: Chicago-area wedding and event DJ company providing MC services, uplighting, photo booths, and entertainment packages directly competing with Nicky Avalo Studios for the same regional client base.
• Clarity Event Group: Event production and A/V company delivering DJ, sound, lighting, and entertainment services for weddings and corporate events - competing head-to-head with Nicky Avalo Studios in the same end markets with similar service breadth.
• Stitely Music & Entertainment: Chicagoland-based entertainment company offering DJ, live musicians, lighting, and event production for weddings and corporate events - the closest geographic and offering overlap to Nicky Avalo Studios in the Chicago suburbs market.
• Toast & Jam DJs: Destination-style wedding and event DJ company operating nationwide with multi-tier packages, premium lighting, and live musician offerings - structurally similar model to Nicky Avalo Studios.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/nicky_avalo_studios
• TikToktiktok.com/@nicky_avalo_studios
• Facebookfacebook.com/nickyavalostudios
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nicky-avalo-studios

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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