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53 W 36th Street, Suite 605
New York, NY 10018

73 Somerset Avenue
Hicksville, NY 11801
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(516) 233-2337
Luxury Wedding Entertainment

Wedding Entertainment at Waldorf Astoria New York

Bespoke DJs, bilingual MCs and live musicians for the restored Art Deco legend.

Park Avenue Restored Grand Ballroom Curating since 2008
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The Venue

A restored legend deserves a new chapter

Reopened in 2025 after a landmark restoration, the Waldorf Astoria returns as Park Avenue’s Art Deco masterpiece — the three-story Grand Ballroom restored to full glory, the marble-columned Jade Room and Astor Salon, and the mural-lined Silver Corridor connecting them.

Genesis Events has curated entertainment for luxury New York weddings since 2008. A room with this much history — and this much new production capability — rewards a program designed to use it: grand entrances, a ballroom set with real dynamics, and an evening worthy of the address.

The Spaces

Inside Waldorf Astoria New York

Jade Room, Silver Corridor, Grand Ballroom — the legend, restored.

Grand Ballroom

up to ~1,500 guests
Reception Restored three-story ballroom with landmarked balconies, cove lighting and hydraulic stage

Jade Room

up to ~420 guests
Ceremony · Reception Light-filled room with double-height ceilings and marble colonnades, up to 420 guests; can complement Grand Ballroom events.

Astor Salon

up to ~420 guests
Ceremony · Reception Up to 420 guests; restored columns uncovered during renovation and increased natural light.

Basildon Room

up to ~190 guests
Cocktail Hour · Reception Up to 190 guests; restored 18th-century interiors imported from England's Basildon Park manor (frescoes, fireplace mantel).

Silver Corridor

Cocktail Hour Mirror-and-mural gallery (sixteen 1897 Edward Simmons murals) linking the Grand Ballroom, Jade Room, Astor Salon and Basildon Room; natural cocktail/processional space.
Your Celebration, Curated

What we bring to your Waldorf Astoria wedding

Every element is tailored to the venue — and to your vision.

Wedding DJs

Read-the-room sets that keep the floor full all night.

Bilingual MCs

Six-language hosts who guide the evening with warmth.

Live Musicians

Saxophone, percussion and strings, layered live.

Sound & Lighting

Production worthy of the restored Grand Ballroom.

The Experience

Entertainment designed around your day

Every Waldorf Astoria wedding is different, and your entertainment should be too. We build the soundtrack around your vision — cocktail strings along the mural-lined Silver Corridor, a bilingual MC to guide the evening, and a DJ who reads the room and keeps the floor alive.

We coordinate closely with the venue team and your planner so every transition is seamless from ceremony to send-off.

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2008
Curating Weddings Since
195
Google Reviews
6×
The Knot Best of Weddings
6
Languages of MC Fluency
Awards & Honors

Our Team's Accomplishments

Our clients rave about our seamless, immersive experiences—crafted with precision, creativity, and a deep understanding of audience engagement. Through innovative design and intuitive interactions, we transform visions into unforgettable moments.

6× The Knot Best of Weddings
7× WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award
4.9★ 195 Google Reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 195 Google reviews · What couples say on Google
Darcy Barra
a month ago
★★★★★

We hired Damian and Genesis for our wedding, and they truly went above and beyond with all the bells and whistles! From our perfect GRAND ENTRANCE, they made every guest feel like a superstar. Everyone got to walk the red carpet and have their picture taken, and the photos made such a fun favor for everyone to take home. The vinyl photos of us on the doors were AMAZING, and the smoke machine for our first dance, along with our names shining on the dance floor, made every moment feel so special. Every little detail was perfect. And then there’s Damian! His attention to detail, professionalism, and that cute smile made everything even better. 😂 He made sure everything ran smoothly and helped make our wedding day absolutely perfect. I was so impressed that I recommended Damian to friends who were getting married at the same venue, Sand Castle — and he was just as spectacular! Damian emceed their wedding, and the energy, music, and entertainment had everyone on the dance floor ALL NIGHT. If you’re looking for someone who will make your event unforgettable and truly treat your guests like stars, I highly recommend Damian and Genesis! You will not be disappointed! ❤️

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Chloe Citron
2 weeks ago
★★★★★

We used Genesis for some rentals for our wedding and could not have been happier! The stage was perfect and the band said it was amazing!! We were super happy with everything and you made the experience seamless and were so easy to work with. Thanks for all your help and hopefully we can work together again in the future on another occasion.

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Jessica White
a month ago
★★★★★

Genesis was absolutely amazing. They created the exact music and party atmosphere we had always imagined. We had DJ Yanni and MC Fabio, and they were both incredible. DJ Yanni's mixing skills were exactly what we were looking for. We wanted an early-2000s club vibe, and he absolutely delivered. He blended old-school hip-hop, current music, throwbacks, and classics perfectly. The dance floor stayed packed all night—literally no one sat down. MC Fabio was fantastic as well. He got everyone excited from the very beginning, and the party never stopped. We also booked our photo booth through Genesis, and it was such an easy process. The attendant was incredibly helpful, and our white flower wall backdrop was beautiful. The photo prints came out amazing, and everyone had so much fun. We added a saxophone player and violinist, and they were phenomenal. They played perfectly alongside the music and looked like they were having just as much fun as everyone else. Guests couldn't stop talking about them. We also rented the 8-foot LED robot through Genesis, and it ended up being one of the biggest highlights of the night. He had everyone dancing, handed out balloons to the kids, and kept the energy going all evening. I highly recommend having a giant robot at your wedding! Genesis was an absolute pleasure to work with from beginning to end. They also decorated our DJ booth beautifully. We added CO₂ cannons as well, which were such a fun surprise. Our guests were so impressed!

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Jodi Wong
4 weeks ago
★★★★★

We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ, string quartet, & live musicians for our wedding! From the moment we booked them, they were professional, responsive, and so easy to work with. They really took the time to understand our music preferences and made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. The music and energy throughout the night were AMAZING! They kept everyone on the dance floor. They helped make our wedding night unforgettable, and we are so grateful!

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Gianna Barraco
6 months ago
★★★★★

04.25.2026 we had our wedding at Bayview. Unico did an absolute amazing job. He exceeded my expectations in so many different ways. I had very precise instructions on how I wanted dinner to go (rnb sing a long style) and instead of delivering just that, he had everyone up dancing to the rnb play list. When I tell you, I was in complete shock at how someone can read the room so perfectly. He truly is one of a kind. Thank you for putting him on for my wedding. He will be highly requested for any event moving forward.

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Reviews from Google · updated Nov 2, 2026
Planning & Investment

What entertainment costs at Waldorf Astoria New York

Entertainment for a Waldorf Astoria wedding is quoted to your celebration, not sold off a shelf. A professional wedding DJ is the foundation, and many couples build from there with a bilingual MC, live cocktail-hour musicians, ceremony sound and custom lighting design.

Because every element is optional, the most useful next step is a tailored quote. Tell us your date, guest count and the moments that matter most.

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Good to Know

Waldorf Astoria New York wedding entertainment — FAQs

Does Genesis Events perform at the Waldorf Astoria?

Yes. The newly restored Waldorf Astoria is among the Park Avenue landmarks we serve, and we tailor entertainment to its ballroom and salons.

How many guests can the Waldorf Astoria hold?

The restored Grand Ballroom accommodates up to around 1,500 guests at full scale, with the Jade Room and Astor Salon each hosting up to about 420. The hotel can confirm post-restoration configurations for your celebration.

How much does wedding entertainment cost at Waldorf Astoria New York?

Pricing is customized to your celebration. A professional wedding DJ is the foundation, with optional add-ons like a bilingual MC, live musicians, ceremony sound and lighting design. The best next step is a tailored quote for your date and guest count.

How far in advance should we book?

For peak-season Saturdays we recommend booking nine to twelve months ahead, as prime dates are reserved early.

Can you provide a bilingual or multilingual MC?

Yes. Our hosts are fluent in up to six languages, ideal for multicultural weddings that bring families and traditions together.

What entertainment options do you offer?

DJs, bilingual MCs, live musicians (saxophone, percussion, violin, guitar and more), plus full sound and lighting production — individually or as a complete package.

Do you coordinate with the venue team and our planner?

Always. We work directly with the venue and your planner so the timeline, sound and transitions are seamless from ceremony to send-off.

Let's design your Waldorf Astoria celebration


Tell us about your day and we'll craft the entertainment around it.

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