The wedding vendor search can be overwhelming. There’s so much talent out there to compare, and you’re trusting them with one of the most joyous and delicate days of your life.
Where do you even begin?
Having been in the wedding industry for 10 years now, I’ve met and collaborated with countless wedding vendors in the 100’s of events I’ve documented. In an effort to make your vendor search easier, and in order to lift up other small businesses I love, I’ve collected my favorite wedding vendors (aka “friendors”) in this exhaustive list.
Here you’ll find professional, experienced vendors vetted and curated by me, with an emphasis on those who are not normally centered in the wedding industry, including queer & BIPOC-owned businesses, and those who are values-driven and prioritize eco-friendly practices in their businesses.
Note: I have no business agreement with these folks, just support and love. 💛
Happy Booking!
My “Friendors”
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- LGBTQ-owned
- alterations & tailoring
- asian-owned
- baker
- black-owned
- boston-based
- bridal shop
- content creator
- dj & music
- eco-clean up service
- eco-friendly
- entertainment
- floral designer
- gender-affirming suit shop
- hair stylist
- immigrant-owned
- indigenous-owned
- jeweler
- jewish-owned
- latinx-owned
- makeup artist
- middle eastern & north african-owned
- new jersey-based
- nyc-based
- officiant
- photobooth
- portland-based
- rentals
- stationery & calligraphy
- upstate new york
- videographer
- wedding planner
- woman-owned
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Catbus Collective
“Catbus Collective is a Brooklyn-based seven-piece jazz ensemble founded by Jasper Dutz that specializes in anime soundtracks, Studio Ghibli, and City Pop jazz covers. Active since fall 2023, they have become a premier NYC Nerd Culture band, performing at venues like Umbra and The Red Pavilion, featuring trombonist Peter Lin. Catbus is a truly unique musical choice for wedding parties who are fans of high-energy performances, cosplay and jam sessions.”
Brass Queens
Brass Queens is a female-led, New York-based brass band that has been dominating the brass band scene since 2019.
Finding that they shared similar frustrations about the emerging brass band scene in New York City, co-founders Alex Harris and Ally Chapel came together to form a group dedicated to showcasing the talents of female musicians in a landscape that was dominated by male musicians and bandleaders. After debuting in March 2019, Brass Queens grew to be a fixture in the local music scene and was dubbed "the hardest working band in town" by their peers. The Queens gained a dedicated following through outdoor performances on the streets of Brooklyn and playing pop-up events in their community through the pandemic. Now, a core value of the band is to play for as many audiences as possible to increase the visibility of female musicians.
Honey + Vinyl
Honey+Vinyl is a Brooklyn-based boutique music agency and multi-piece band founded by Sonic Sommelier Keanna O'Quinn, specializing in highly curated, live music experiences for NYC events. They offer a unique blend of jazz, soul, R&B, and pop, designed to create soundscapes for events.
The band provides custom music experiences for weddings, special events, and high-end collaborations while specializing in creating a "soundtrack" to the event's story. Keanna believes strongly in
using the science of sound to align music with the atmosphere, ensuring a curated experience.
The Revisionists
“Danny Jonokuchi & The Revisionists are “today’s premier swing band” (Broadway World) from the heart of New York City. With the spirit of the Savoy Ballroom, their vibrant performances have quickly made The Revisionists one of the top-tier dance bands where they have filled dance floors across NYC. Fueled by an unwavering love of dancing, their music has been described as “smile-inducing” (DownBeat) as well as “crisp, clean, and refreshingly joyful” (Syncopated Times).
Their latest album, Together Again (2022), was released following their headlining performance at Lincoln Center’s Summer For The City Festival. In 2020, they were unanimously named the WINNERS of the inaugural Count Basie Great American Swing Contest for their virtual performance of “One O’Clock Jump”. The award-winning track included on the Late Night Basie album, alongside a star-studded roster of artists paying tribute to the great Count Basie. They have performed live with special guests including Grammy award-winning vocalist Catherine Russell.”
Recommended Wedding Vendors
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LGBTQ-owned
- Apr 15, 2026 Fifth House
- Apr 15, 2026 Together Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Jamie Joy
- Apr 15, 2026 withMavens Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Jove Meyer
- Apr 14, 2026 Campbell Events
- Apr 8, 2026 Kirrin Finch
- Apr 8, 2026 Bindle & Keep
- Apr 8, 2026 TL Brook Bridal
- Apr 6, 2026 The Tailoress
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Mar 31, 2026 Automic Gold
- Mar 25, 2026 Simple + Sultry
- Mar 25, 2026 Willow House
- Mar 24, 2026 Miriam Bloom Designs
- Mar 18, 2026 Jenica Elena Studio
- Mar 18, 2026 Natura Collective
- Mar 16, 2026 Firework Photo Booth
- Mar 15, 2026 Twelve Month Aura Photography
- Mar 15, 2026 Marti G Cummings
- Mar 15, 2026 Yes Etc
- Mar 12, 2026 DJ Mariko
- Mar 12, 2026 Stylus DJ Entertainment
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alterations & tailoring
- Apr 8, 2026 The Tailory
- Apr 6, 2026 The Tailoress
- Apr 6, 2026 Alts
- Apr 6, 2026 Carlaesthetics
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asian-owned
- Apr 8, 2026 The Tailory
- Apr 7, 2026 Little Black Tux
- Mar 30, 2026 Written by Forest
- Mar 25, 2026 RIE Makeup & Hair
- Mar 22, 2026 Rescuing Leftover Cuisine
- Mar 12, 2026 DJ Mariko
- Mar 10, 2026 Catbus Collective
- Mar 10, 2026 The Revisionists
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baker
- Mar 21, 2026 Luckybird Cakes
- Mar 21, 2026 Aesthetically Complex Pies
- Mar 21, 2026 Clementine Bakery
- Mar 21, 2026 Vici Designs
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black-owned
- Apr 15, 2026 Fifth House
- Apr 15, 2026 Events by Sheavonne
- Apr 14, 2026 Simone Vega Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Dear September Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Intimate Occasions by Ikiya
- Apr 8, 2026 Amsale
- Apr 7, 2026 Mark Ingram Atelier
- Mar 25, 2026 Simple + Sultry
- Mar 24, 2026 Her Own Beauty
- Mar 24, 2026 Brooklyn Blooms
- Mar 11, 2026 Star Power Band
- Mar 10, 2026 Honey + Vinyl
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boston-based
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Mar 12, 2026 Beat Train Productions
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bridal shop
- Apr 8, 2026 Maybelle Atelier
- Apr 8, 2026 TL Brook Bridal
- Apr 8, 2026 Alexis Levan
- Apr 8, 2026 Amsale
- Apr 7, 2026 Little Black Tux
- Apr 7, 2026 Favorite Daughter
- Apr 7, 2026 Lovely Bride
- Apr 7, 2026 Mark Ingram Atelier
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content creator
- Mar 18, 2026 All the Love NYC
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dj & music
- Mar 15, 2026 Yes Etc
- Mar 13, 2026 empanadamn
- Mar 13, 2026 Mon Amie Events
- Mar 13, 2026 Bonita Sound
- Mar 12, 2026 DJ Mariko
- Mar 12, 2026 Beat Train Productions
- Mar 12, 2026 James Mulry
- Mar 12, 2026 June Events
- Mar 12, 2026 Stylus DJ Entertainment
- Mar 11, 2026 Cafe Wha Entertainment
- Mar 11, 2026 Star Power Band
- Mar 10, 2026 Catbus Collective
- Mar 10, 2026 Brass Queens
- Mar 10, 2026 Honey + Vinyl
- Mar 10, 2026 The Revisionists
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eco-clean up service
- Mar 22, 2026 Rescuing Leftover Cuisine
- Mar 22, 2026 Garbage Goddess
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eco-friendly
- Apr 8, 2026 Maybelle Atelier
- Apr 8, 2026 TL Brook Bridal
- Apr 8, 2026 Alexis Levan
- Apr 6, 2026 The Tailoress
- Apr 6, 2026 Carlaesthetics
- Mar 31, 2026 Automic Gold
- Mar 30, 2026 Catbird
- Mar 24, 2026 Leda NYC
- Mar 24, 2026 Stems Brooklyn
- Mar 24, 2026 Firecracker Floral Design
- Mar 24, 2026 Miriam Bloom Designs
- Mar 24, 2026 Mimosa Floral
- Mar 23, 2026 Fox Fodder Flowers
- Mar 23, 2026 Molly Oliver Flowers
- Mar 22, 2026 Wild Floral Designs
- Mar 22, 2026 Rescuing Leftover Cuisine
- Mar 22, 2026 Garbage Goddess
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entertainment
- Mar 15, 2026 Twelve Month Aura Photography
- Mar 15, 2026 Marti G Cummings
- Mar 15, 2026 Deanna Kei
- Mar 15, 2026 ARS Poetica
- Mar 15, 2026 Yes Etc
- Mar 13, 2026 empanadamn
- Mar 13, 2026 Mon Amie Events
- Mar 13, 2026 Bonita Sound
- Mar 12, 2026 DJ Mariko
- Mar 12, 2026 Beat Train Productions
- Mar 12, 2026 James Mulry
- Mar 12, 2026 June Events
- Mar 12, 2026 Stylus DJ Entertainment
- Mar 11, 2026 Cafe Wha Entertainment
- Mar 10, 2026 Catbus Collective
- Mar 10, 2026 Brass Queens
- Mar 10, 2026 Honey + Vinyl
- Mar 10, 2026 The Revisionists
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floral designer
- Apr 15, 2026 Little Sister Creative
- Mar 24, 2026 Stems Brooklyn
- Mar 24, 2026 Firecracker Floral Design
- Mar 24, 2026 Brooklyn Blooms
- Mar 24, 2026 Miriam Bloom Designs
- Mar 24, 2026 Mimosa Floral
- Mar 23, 2026 Fox Fodder Flowers
- Mar 23, 2026 Molly Oliver Flowers
- Mar 22, 2026 Wild Floral Designs
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gender-affirming suit shop
- Apr 8, 2026 Kirrin Finch
- Apr 8, 2026 The Tailory
- Apr 8, 2026 Bindle & Keep
- Apr 8, 2026 TL Brook Bridal
- Apr 7, 2026 Little Black Tux
- Apr 7, 2026 Favorite Daughter
- Apr 7, 2026 Watson Ellis
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hair stylist
- Mar 25, 2026 RIE Makeup & Hair
- Mar 25, 2026 Simple + Sultry
- Mar 25, 2026 Willow House
- Mar 24, 2026 Her Own Beauty
- Mar 24, 2026 Leda NYC
- Mar 24, 2026 Hair by Alison Farfan
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immigrant-owned
- Apr 8, 2026 Amsale
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Mar 31, 2026 Automic Gold
- Mar 30, 2026 Written by Forest
- Mar 19, 2026 Ink + Nibs
- Mar 18, 2026 All the Love NYC
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indigenous-owned
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Mar 31, 2026 Automic Gold
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jeweler
- Mar 31, 2026 Automic Gold
- Mar 30, 2026 Catbird
- Mar 30, 2026 Written by Forest
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jewish-owned
- Apr 15, 2026 Jamie Joy
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latinx-owned
- Apr 14, 2026 Just Say Yes
- Apr 6, 2026 The Tailoress
- Apr 6, 2026 Carlaesthetics
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Mar 19, 2026 Ink + Nibs
- Mar 18, 2026 All the Love NYC
- Mar 18, 2026 Jenica Elena Studio
- Mar 18, 2026 Natura Collective
- Mar 16, 2026 Flux Photo Booth Company
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makeup artist
- Mar 25, 2026 Oliva Garvin Makeup
- Mar 25, 2026 RIE Makeup & Hair
- Mar 25, 2026 Simple + Sultry
- Mar 25, 2026 Willow House
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middle eastern & north african-owned
- Apr 15, 2026 Together Events
- Apr 15, 2026 withMavens Events
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new jersey-based
- Mar 19, 2026 Ink + Nibs
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nyc-based
- Apr 15, 2026 Fifth House
- Apr 15, 2026 Together Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Events by Sheavonne
- Apr 15, 2026 Jamie Joy
- Apr 15, 2026 Little Sister Creative
- Apr 15, 2026 withMavens Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Hurry Up & Have Fun
- Apr 15, 2026 Jove Meyer
- Apr 14, 2026 Campbell Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Simone Vega Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Fallon Carter Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Skylar Arden Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Dear September Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Elizabeth Hall Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Intimate Occasions by Ikiya
- Apr 14, 2026 The Privilege is Mine
- Apr 14, 2026 Canvas Weddings
- Apr 14, 2026 Just Say Yes
- Apr 14, 2026 Madden Made Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Modern Kicks Event Design
- Apr 14, 2026 BLB Events
- Apr 8, 2026 Maybelle Atelier
- Apr 8, 2026 Kirrin Finch
- Apr 8, 2026 The Tailory
- Apr 8, 2026 Bindle & Keep
- Apr 8, 2026 TL Brook Bridal
- Apr 8, 2026 Alexis Levan
- Apr 8, 2026 Amsale
- Apr 7, 2026 Little Black Tux
- Apr 7, 2026 Favorite Daughter
- Apr 7, 2026 Watson Ellis
- Apr 7, 2026 Lovely Bride
- Apr 7, 2026 Mark Ingram Atelier
- Apr 6, 2026 The Tailoress
- Apr 6, 2026 Alts
- Apr 6, 2026 Carlaesthetics
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Apr 1, 2026 A More Perfect Union
- Mar 31, 2026 Automic Gold
- Mar 30, 2026 Catbird
- Mar 30, 2026 Written by Forest
- Mar 25, 2026 Oliva Garvin Makeup
- Mar 25, 2026 RIE Makeup & Hair
- Mar 25, 2026 Simple + Sultry
- Mar 25, 2026 Willow House
- Mar 24, 2026 Her Own Beauty
- Mar 24, 2026 Leda NYC
- Mar 24, 2026 Stems Brooklyn
- Mar 24, 2026 Firecracker Floral Design
- Mar 24, 2026 Hair by Alison Farfan
- Mar 24, 2026 Brooklyn Blooms
- Mar 24, 2026 Miriam Bloom Designs
- Mar 24, 2026 Mimosa Floral
- Mar 23, 2026 Fox Fodder Flowers
- Mar 23, 2026 Molly Oliver Flowers
- Mar 22, 2026 Wild Floral Designs
- Mar 22, 2026 Rescuing Leftover Cuisine
- Mar 22, 2026 Garbage Goddess
- Mar 21, 2026 Luckybird Cakes
- Mar 21, 2026 Aesthetically Complex Pies
- Mar 21, 2026 Clementine Bakery
- Mar 21, 2026 Vici Designs
- Mar 20, 2026 Film Cars
- Mar 20, 2026 RentQuest
- Mar 20, 2026 Patina Rentals
- Mar 19, 2026 Jubilee Paper
- Mar 18, 2026 All the Love NYC
- Mar 18, 2026 Natura Collective
- Mar 15, 2026 Twelve Month Aura Photography
- Mar 15, 2026 Yes Etc
- Mar 13, 2026 empanadamn
- Mar 13, 2026 Mon Amie Events
- Mar 13, 2026 Bonita Sound
- Mar 12, 2026 DJ Mariko
- Mar 12, 2026 Beat Train Productions
- Mar 12, 2026 James Mulry
- Mar 12, 2026 June Events
- Mar 12, 2026 Stylus DJ Entertainment
- Mar 11, 2026 Cafe Wha Entertainment
- Mar 11, 2026 Star Power Band
- Mar 10, 2026 Catbus Collective
- Mar 10, 2026 Brass Queens
- Mar 10, 2026 Honey + Vinyl
- Mar 10, 2026 The Revisionists
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officiant
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Apr 1, 2026 A More Perfect Union
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photobooth
- Mar 16, 2026 Brindamour Studios
- Mar 16, 2026 Flux Photo Booth Company
- Mar 16, 2026 Firework Photo Booth
- Mar 15, 2026 Yes Etc
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portland-based
- Apr 15, 2026 Together Events
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rentals
- Mar 20, 2026 Film Cars
- Mar 20, 2026 RentQuest
- Mar 20, 2026 Patina Rentals
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stationery & calligraphy
- Mar 19, 2026 Jubilee Paper
- Mar 19, 2026 Ink + Nibs
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upstate new york
- Mar 25, 2026 Oliva Garvin Makeup
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videographer
- Mar 18, 2026 Current Films
- Mar 18, 2026 Jenica Elena Studio
- Mar 18, 2026 Natura Collective
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wedding planner
- Apr 15, 2026 Fifth House
- Apr 15, 2026 Together Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Events by Sheavonne
- Apr 15, 2026 Jamie Joy
- Apr 15, 2026 Little Sister Creative
- Apr 15, 2026 withMavens Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Hurry Up & Have Fun
- Apr 15, 2026 Jove Meyer
- Apr 14, 2026 Campbell Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Simone Vega Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Fallon Carter Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Skylar Arden Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Dear September Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Elizabeth Hall Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Intimate Occasions by Ikiya
- Apr 14, 2026 The Privilege is Mine
- Apr 14, 2026 Canvas Weddings
- Apr 14, 2026 Just Say Yes
- Apr 14, 2026 Madden Made Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Modern Kicks Event Design
- Apr 14, 2026 BLB Events
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woman-owned
- Apr 15, 2026 Fifth House
- Apr 15, 2026 Together Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Events by Sheavonne
- Apr 15, 2026 Little Sister Creative
- Apr 15, 2026 withMavens Events
- Apr 15, 2026 Hurry Up & Have Fun
- Apr 14, 2026 Campbell Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Simone Vega Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Fallon Carter Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Skylar Arden Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Dear September Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Elizabeth Hall Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Intimate Occasions by Ikiya
- Apr 14, 2026 The Privilege is Mine
- Apr 14, 2026 Canvas Weddings
- Apr 14, 2026 Just Say Yes
- Apr 14, 2026 Madden Made Events
- Apr 14, 2026 Modern Kicks Event Design
- Apr 14, 2026 BLB Events
- Apr 8, 2026 Maybelle Atelier
- Apr 8, 2026 Kirrin Finch
- Apr 8, 2026 The Tailory
- Apr 8, 2026 Alexis Levan
- Apr 8, 2026 Amsale
- Apr 7, 2026 Little Black Tux
- Apr 7, 2026 Favorite Daughter
- Apr 7, 2026 Watson Ellis
- Apr 7, 2026 Lovely Bride
- Apr 6, 2026 The Tailoress
- Apr 6, 2026 Carlaesthetics
- Apr 2, 2026 Once Upon a Vow
- Apr 1, 2026 A More Perfect Union
- Mar 30, 2026 Catbird
- Mar 30, 2026 Written by Forest
- Mar 25, 2026 Oliva Garvin Makeup
- Mar 25, 2026 RIE Makeup & Hair
- Mar 25, 2026 Willow House
- Mar 24, 2026 Her Own Beauty
- Mar 24, 2026 Leda NYC
- Mar 24, 2026 Stems Brooklyn
- Mar 24, 2026 Firecracker Floral Design
- Mar 24, 2026 Hair by Alison Farfan
- Mar 24, 2026 Brooklyn Blooms
- Mar 24, 2026 Miriam Bloom Designs
- Mar 24, 2026 Mimosa Floral
- Mar 23, 2026 Fox Fodder Flowers
- Mar 23, 2026 Molly Oliver Flowers
- Mar 22, 2026 Wild Floral Designs
- Mar 22, 2026 Garbage Goddess
- Mar 21, 2026 Luckybird Cakes
- Mar 21, 2026 Aesthetically Complex Pies
- Mar 21, 2026 Clementine Bakery
- Mar 21, 2026 Vici Designs
- Mar 20, 2026 RentQuest
- Mar 20, 2026 Patina Rentals
- Mar 19, 2026 Jubilee Paper
- Mar 19, 2026 Ink + Nibs
- Mar 18, 2026 All the Love NYC
- Mar 18, 2026 Current Films
- Mar 18, 2026 Jenica Elena Studio
- Mar 16, 2026 Brindamour Studios
- Mar 16, 2026 Flux Photo Booth Company
- Mar 16, 2026 Firework Photo Booth
- Mar 15, 2026 Twelve Month Aura Photography
- Mar 15, 2026 Deanna Kei
- Mar 15, 2026 ARS Poetica
- Mar 13, 2026 Mon Amie Events
- Mar 12, 2026 DJ Mariko
- Mar 12, 2026 June Events
- Mar 12, 2026 Stylus DJ Entertainment
- Mar 11, 2026 Star Power Band
- Mar 10, 2026 Brass Queens
- Mar 10, 2026 Honey + Vinyl
