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The dance floor was never empty
Darryl read the room brilliantly. The music and the energy were perfect all night, the dance floor stayed full, and many of our guests said how good the DJ was.
Film by Darryl Rees, YouTube channel
Celebrant · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Darryl Rees
Darryl Rees is a Dubai-based wedding celebrant, MC and DJ with more than 14 years of experience across the UAE.
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Darryl ReesCelebrant, MC and DJ
Darryl ReesCelebrant, MC and DJTheir weddings
Weddings they worked on, from their own films
FilmFilm by Darryl Rees, YouTube channel
Wedding Celebrant: John and Theza's Ceremony
FilmFilm by Darryl Rees, YouTube channel
Wedding MC Dubai: Wedding Host and Reception Highlights
FilmFilm by Darryl Rees, YouTube channel
Wedding Celebrant Dubai: Personalised Ceremonies
FilmFilm by Darryl Rees, YouTube channel
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Meet the celebrant
Darryl Rees
Darryl Rees is a wedding celebrant, MC and DJ based in Dubai, with more than 14 years of experience across the UAE. Couples choose him to write and officiate a personal ceremony, and many keep him for the reception as host and DJ.
As a celebrant he works closely with each couple on the shape of the ceremony: the story it tells, the vows, and any ritual or tradition they want included. He offers guidance on writing vows and clarifies the legal side of weddings in the UAE. Ceremonies usually run for 20 to 45 minutes, and he attends the rehearsal so everyone knows their part.
He officiates intimate ceremonies and large celebrations, multicultural weddings, beach and outdoor ceremonies, and ceremonies in luxury hotels, as well as vow renewals and symbolic blessings.
Darryl also hosts as a wedding MC and plays the music as a wedding DJ, so one person can carry a couple from the ceremony through to the dance floor. Outside weddings he is a regular host at corporate events for large UAE brands. A celebrity wedding he officiated in Dubai was covered by The Sun, Wales Online and The Mirror.
How they work
From the first message to the day itself
- 01Tell him your story
A first conversation about the two of you, the kind of ceremony you imagine, your guests and the setting.
- 02Shape the ceremony
Darryl writes the ceremony around your story, with support on your vows and room for rituals, readings or traditions from each side.
- 03Rehearsal
He attends the rehearsal so everyone knows their role and the ceremony runs smoothly on the day.
- 04The day
He officiates, and can go on to host the reception and play the music, as a celebrant, MC and DJ package.
Darryl Rees
Gallery
15 photographs
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Darryl Rees
Their weddings on film
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Where they work
Based in Dubai, serving Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Their base
What they do
Services and fees
Ceremonies
- Wedding ceremonies
- Vow renewals
- Symbolic ceremonies and blessings
- Unity rituals
- Multicultural weddings
- Beach and outdoor ceremonies
- Luxury hotel ceremonies
- Intimate ceremonies and grand celebrations
Hosting and music
- Wedding MC
- Duo MC
- Wedding DJ
- Silent disco
- DJ, MC and celebrant package
Fees
- Wedding celebrant (1 hour)A personalised ceremony written around your story, with support on your vows
- From AED 3,500
- Wedding DJ (up to 4 hours)His own decks, mixer, speakers and booth lighting
- AED 4,950
- DJ and MC package (4 hours)Reception hosting and music
- AED 8,450
- DJ, MC and celebrant package (full day)Ceremony, reception hosting and DJ
- AED 12,000
Questions couples ask
Before you write to them
What kinds of wedding ceremony does Darryl Rees perform?
Intimate ceremonies, grand celebrations, multicultural weddings, beach and outdoor ceremonies, luxury hotel ceremonies and contemporary ceremonies, as well as vow renewals and symbolic blessings.
Can he perform ceremonies for different cultures and religions?
Yes. He works across the many cultures of Dubai and blends tradition with modern touches, and multicultural weddings are one of the ceremony types he lists.
How is each ceremony personalised?
Darryl works with the couple to understand their story, values and plans, then writes the ceremony around them, including personal vows, rituals and meaningful moments.
Can he help us write our vows?
Yes. He offers guidance, structure and suggestions while keeping the words personal to each couple.
How long does a ceremony last?
Usually 20 to 45 minutes, depending on what you choose to include.
Does he attend the wedding rehearsal?
Yes. He attends the rehearsal so everyone knows their role and the ceremony flows.
How much does a wedding celebrant cost in Dubai with Darryl Rees?
Celebrant packages start from AED 3,500 for one hour. A full-day package covering DJ, MC and celebrant is AED 12,000. Prices were checked on his website on 18 October 2026.
How far ahead should we book?
He recommends booking 6 to 12 months ahead for peak season, which runs from October to April in Dubai.
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