Wedding DJ at Ariana’s South in Staten Island, NY

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Your wedding DJ, photo booth, and custom lighting, handled by one team on a single plan.

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★★★★★ More than 3,000 five-star reviews

The Space

Ariana’s South is a beloved, family-owned catering hall wedding venue nestled in the heart of South Staten Island, New York, providing beautiful events for over 25 years. The venue pairs a warm, family-run atmosphere with elegant, modern event spaces, giving couples a genuinely welcoming, all-in-one celebration. With a romantic new room, outdoor tent options, and full-service planning, Ariana’s South treats every couple and guest like family. That combination of a family-owned catering hall, a modern event space, and 25-plus years of experience makes Ariana’s South a distinctive Staten Island choice. For couples who want a warm, family-run wedding with an elegant modern room, outdoor options, and full-service planning on Staten Island, Ariana’s South is a memorable and welcoming choice.

Capacity & Layout

Ariana’s South pairs elegant indoor spaces with outdoor options, giving couples a flexible, welcoming setting. The venue’s newer addition, The Alexandra Room, is an enchanting modern space with a romantic vibe, featuring stunning custom moldings, crisp lighting, and refined decor for the ceremony and reception, while outdoor options include a covered tent for an al fresco element. That layout lets couples host the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception across the indoor and covered outdoor spaces, giving the day a natural flow with a genuine weather plan. The warm, family-run atmosphere gives every part of the celebration a welcoming character. With a second location recently opened as well, Ariana’s continues to grow its reputation for beautiful, personal events. That combination of an elegant modern room, a covered outdoor tent, and a welcoming, family-run setting suits weddings of many sizes, keeping the celebration warm and connected from the ceremony through the reception on Staten Island.

Amenities

Ariana’s South pairs its warm setting with genuinely full-service, family-run amenities. The staff offers services including planning, design, catering, bartending, and transportation, so a remarkable amount of the day is handled in one place, and outdoor options include a covered tent, parking, wheelchair access, and a pet-friendly approach, welcoming every couple and their loved ones. As a family-owned venue with a perfect recommendation from couples, Ariana’s is praised for its delicious food and for treating guests like family with excellent service. The elegant Alexandra Room, with its custom moldings and crisp lighting, and the covered outdoor tent give photographers a modern, welcoming range of backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed Alexandra Room gives a wedding DJ solid structure and controlled acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the space and the dance floor stays lively at a warm, family-owned Staten Island venue.

Location & Getting There

Ariana’s South sits at 60 South Bridge Street in the heart of South Staten Island, New York. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from across the five boroughs, New Jersey, and the surrounding area have a manageable trip, and Newark Liberty International Airport and the New York City airports are convenient for anyone flying in, while nearby Staten Island and Manhattan offer abundant hotels and attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the venue’s warm, family-run atmosphere and elegant modern spaces give the celebration a welcoming, personal feel once you arrive. That combination of a family-owned catering hall with a convenient South Staten Island location is a big part of what draws couples to Ariana’s South.

Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here

You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:

  • We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
  • One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
  • Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
  • An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
  • More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date

Wedding DJ FAQ

Have you performed at this venue before?

Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.

How much is a wedding DJ?

Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.

Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?

Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.

What happens if our DJ has an emergency?

We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.

How do we book you?

Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.

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  • Backup DJs & photo booths on call 24/7
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  • Free setup and teardown, every time

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