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Get my availabilityAbout Elevate special effectsWedding special effects from Elevate Entertainment mark your big moments: cold sparks on the entrance, Dancing on a Cloud on the first dance, CO2 on the drop. Your DJ cues each one on the moment you plan together, and most come with their own attendant. They are added to your Elevate DJ and MC booking. Behind that are 20+ Elevate-Certified™ DJs, 4,000+ events, 18 awards, a 9.7 NPS and 4.9★ across 1,058 verified reviews.
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Ratings as of August 4, 2026 · Photo: Integrity Hills, 2024, Chris Killingsworth Photography
What is included
What are wedding special effects, and what comes with Elevate Entertainment special effects?
Wedding special effects, or special effects for weddings, are the staged moments added to a reception so one moment of the night stands out. Elevate Entertainment offers three: cold sparks, Dancing on a Cloud and CO2 cannons, and the three things below come with them.
What comes with every Elevate Entertainment special effect?
- A planned cueYour DJ fires it on the cue you plan together. A CO2 cannon is fired by the attendant or handed to a guest.
- An attendantMost effects come with their own attendant at your event, reporting to your DJ.
- The approvalsWe only use effects where the venue and the fire marshal allow them, and we handle the approvals.
Cold sparks
A machine on its own base throws a fountain of sparks upward on the entrance, the final dip of the first dance or a big drop.
1890 Event Space, 2026 · photo Cassidy Drury Photography
Dancing on a Cloud
Dry ice fog pumped low, about two feet off the floor, for about five minutes, roughly one song you pick. Not Halloween fog.
The English Barn, 2023 · photo Rachel Grice Photography
CO2 cannons
A handheld cannon fires a blast of cold air and vapor over the crowd on the beat drop. Built for club and festival people.
Integrity Hills, 2025 · photo Tiana Simpson Photo
Hour by hour
What happens with Elevate Entertainment special effects on the night?
Elevate Entertainment special effects happen at the moments you plan with your DJ: cold sparks on the grand entrance, Dancing on a Cloud under the first dance, a CO2 cannon on the big drop, and, if you want it, a private last dance under the cloud.
The Bardot · Jefferson May Photography The grand entrance
Two fountains of sparks fire as you walk in, and every phone in the room comes up.
Branson Airport · Aaron Clark Photography The first dance
The fog sits about two feet off the floor and covers the dance floor for about five minutes, roughly one song, and you pick the song.
The big drop
At the peak of the night, with the floor packed, a CO2 cannon fires a white blast over the dance floor on the beat drop.
The last dance
The cloud also works for a private last dance, where there is not much movement to break it up.
Who runs it
Who runs the special effects at my Elevate Entertainment wedding?
Your Elevate Entertainment DJ runs the special effects at your wedding: your DJ fires each effect on the cue you plan together, and most effects come with their own attendant at your event who reports to your DJ.
What does the Elevate Entertainment effects attendant do?
The attendant stands with the unit, reports to your DJ, and on a CO2 cannon either fires it or hands it to a guest. With cold sparks, the unit stands on its own base with the attendant on it.
- Stands withthe unit
- Reports toyour DJ
- Waits forthe cue you planned
- Fires or hands offthe CO2 cannon
Special effects are added to your booking with an Elevate-Certified™ DJ and MC (the Wedding DJ page covers that side of the night), and they are not booked on their own.
How booking works
What is guaranteed, and how does booking Elevate Entertainment special effects work?
Your special effects ride on your Elevate DJ booking and its guarantee: a matched backup DJ and backup equipment. Booking is one date check, one 60-minute design session and one exact number.
The guarantee
Performance & Show-Up Guarantee
We guarantee we show up and perform your event. Every booking, on every tier, is matched with a backup DJ and backup equipment. Our show-up record is 100%, and the guarantee is in your contract.
How does booking Elevate Entertainment special effects work?
Check your date
Enter your date above. You get a first answer on the page, then a proper check against the calendar for your city and your event.
Design the night in one conversation
Your free Entertainment Design Session: 60 minutes, video or phone, with the team behind 4,000+ events. Bring what you have pictured, and leave with a complete plan.
Get your exact number
A real, itemized quote for exactly what you choose. Or skip ahead and build your quote online any time.
Pricing
What does a full Elevate Entertainment night cost, with special effects in it?
Experiences begin at $1,500
Prices start at $1,500. Most couples spend between $2,500 and $7,500. Highly produced events can run up to $25,000. Where your night lands depends on how much of it you hand to one team, and the special effects’ own number comes from your quote, built around the effects you choose.
Your exact number comes out of your session, built around what matters most to you.
Which effect
Which Elevate Entertainment special effect fits my wedding?
Pick cold sparks to mark the entrance or a big moment on camera, Dancing on a Cloud for a first dance indoors, and a CO2 cannon for the drop on a packed floor.
| On the night | Cold sparks | Dancing on a Cloud | CO2 cannon |
|---|---|---|---|
| The moment it marks | The grand entrance, the final dip of the first dance or a big drop | The first dance, or a private last dance | The beat drop at the peak of the night |
| What guests see | Two fountains of sparks, and every phone in the room comes up | Fog at ankle and knee height for about five minutes, roughly one song | A white blast of cold air and vapor over the dance floor |
| Where it works | Where your venue and the fire marshal allow it | Indoors, with the doors closed and not much movement | Over the crowd on the dance floor |
| Who fires it | Your DJ, on the cue you planned, with an attendant on the unit | Your DJ, on the cue you plan | The attendant, or a guest it is handed to |
Who approves Elevate Entertainment cold sparks at my venue?
Your venue and the fire marshal do, and the answer depends on the venue. Cold sparks run much cooler than traditional pyro. We only use them where your venue and the fire marshal allow it, and we take those approvals ourselves. The unit stands on its own base with an attendant on it, and nobody puts a hand near it.
Southern Charm Estate in Springfield lists cold sparks as allowed with prior approval and a licensed operator.
What sets Elevate apart
What is different about Elevate Entertainment special effects?
Three things are different about Elevate Entertainment special effects: the approvals are ours to take, your DJ and MC runs them, and they come on the same booking.
The approvals are ours
We only use effects where the venue and the fire marshal allow them, and we handle the approvals, so that job is not yours.
Run by your DJ and MC
Your DJ and MC also runs your effects, with an attendant on most effects reporting to your DJ.
One booking with your DJ and MC
Your effects are added to the same booking as your DJ and MC, so one team plans the whole night with you.
Wedding entertainment budget →Real nights, real rooms
What do Elevate Entertainment special effects nights look like?
Elevate Entertainment special effects nights look like a reception on its feet, with guests waving as the couple walk in between two fountains of sparks.
In their words
What do couples say about their Elevate Entertainment special effects?
Couples and guests say Elevate Entertainment cold sparks made for great pictures, stood taller than they expected, were a huge hit on the first dance, and made a cold spark exit feel special. Filter them by topic, by DJ or by your venue, and read the rest on the reviews page.
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★★★★★“Joey and Tatum were out here at Sycamore Creek with the awesome DJ/Production combo. The music is awesome and the spark boxes were wicked. I would hire them for my own wedding!!”
★★★★★“We were referred to Elevate by our wedding planner and once I saw their website and social media presence I was sold! Kassie is the absolute best! She was so easy to work with and even easier to vibe with. She listened to our all-over-the-place music preferences and had the perfect execution to it all! She had the best song timing and transitions from the ceremony, to the happy hour, reception, and exit. She was so professional the entire time and consistently checked in with us to make sure everything was going exactly how we wanted! She had all the right ideas to make our private final dance and cold spark exit feel special and look awesome in picture/video. A good DJ is one of the most important parts and we would easily go back and hire her again! Thank you, Elevate!”
★★★★★“Cassie at Elevate is the best! She was so professional and on top of everything during our ceremony. All the songs were played at the exact moments requested. She was even BETTER during the reception. She always kept the dance floor going (as requested) and played the exact type of music we asked for. She constantly checked in on us to make sure we were happy too. Thank you, Elevate, thank you Cassie! No complaints.
ALSO: The Cold Sparks are awesome, make for great pics! They are taller than you think too.”
★★★★★“Elevate Entertainment / Noah was the event host-DJ at our daughters wedding ceremony and reception. Noah was phenomenal! He carried out the vibe Emilee and Jake were wanting perfectly. We received many compliments throughout the evening. The Selfie Mirror Photo Booth was well as the cold spark boxes that were set off during their first dance were huge hits too. 10/10 recommend Noah to host your event!!”
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Where we perform
Where does Elevate Entertainment provide wedding special effects?
Elevate Entertainment provides wedding special effects across Kansas City, Springfield, Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas from offices in Springfield and Kansas City, and from 2027 in St. Louis and Phoenix, Arizona. The map shows how far we travel for your venue, the ZIP check under it tells you whether yours is in range, and each market below names rooms we know well.
We serve your venueThree hours and beyond, available on request
- Missouri: Kansas City, Springfield, Southwest Missouri, St. Louis (booking 2027)
- Kansas: the Kansas side of the Kansas City area
- Arkansas: Northwest Arkansas
- Arizona: Phoenix, Arizona (booking 2027)
Venues we know
Kansas City
Elevate Entertainment has performed 1,145 events in Kansas City.
- The English Barn
- 1890 Event Space
- White Iron Ridge
Springfield
Elevate Entertainment has performed 1,498 events in Springfield.
- Greenhouse Two Rivers
- Southern Charm Estate
- Haseltine Estate
Southwest Missouri
Elevate Entertainment has performed 1,293 events in Southwest Missouri.
- The Atrium
- Sycamore Creek Ranch
- Big Cedar
Northwest Arkansas
Elevate Entertainment has performed 34 events in Northwest Arkansas.
- Olive View Events
- Crescent Hotel & Spa
Keep reading
What else does Elevate Entertainment offer for your wedding?
Beside special effects, Elevate Entertainment offers the wedding services below, each with its own page, and guides that go deeper on venue rules, the entrance, budgets and the running order of the night.
Which other wedding services does Elevate Entertainment provide?
Which special effects guides should I read next?
Are cold spark machines allowed at wedding venues?This guide explains what to ask your own venue about cold spark machines before you plan the night around them.Read the guide →
Grand entrance songs that actually workWhat a grand entrance song has to do the moment the doors open, and how to choose one for your room.Read the guide →
The wedding reception timeline, hour by hourThe reception in order, from the entrance to the last song.Read the guide →
What percentage of your wedding budget should go to entertainment?This guide explains where the entertainment line sits inside the rest of a wedding budget, and how to size it against the parts of the night you care most about.Read the guide →
How pricing worksThis is Elevate Entertainment’s own pricing page: what a booking includes, what moves the number up or down, and the two ways to get an exact price for your night.Read the guide →
Straight answers
Does Elevate Entertainment provide wedding special effects near me, and what else do couples ask?
Yes, Elevate Entertainment provides wedding special effects near you if your wedding is within about three hours of Kansas City or Springfield. The answers below cover distance, venue approvals for cold sparks, Dancing on a Cloud, the CO2 cannon, booking without a DJ, and cost.
Does Elevate Entertainment provide wedding special effects near me?
Yes, if your wedding is in Missouri, Kansas or Arkansas: we serve your venue. We serve a 3-hour drive around each of our offices, and further by request. Our markets are Kansas City, Springfield, Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas. For anywhere further, checking your date with Elevate Entertainment is the fastest way to ask.
Are Elevate Entertainment cold sparks allowed at my wedding venue?
It depends on your venue. Cold sparks run much cooler than traditional pyro. We only use them where your venue and the fire marshal allow it, and we take those approvals ourselves. The unit stands on its own base with an attendant on it, and nobody puts a hand near it. Our cold spark guide covers what to ask your venue.
What is Dancing on a Cloud from Elevate Entertainment?
Dancing on a Cloud is dry ice fog pumped low. It sits about two feet off the floor and covers the dance floor for about five minutes, roughly one song, and you pick the song. Not Halloween fog.
Can we have Elevate Entertainment’s Dancing on a Cloud outside?
No, it has to be indoors with the doors closed. Outside, dry ice fog floats straight up and disappears, so save it for a first dance or a private last dance indoors.
Who fires the CO2 cannon at an Elevate Entertainment wedding?
The attendant fires it, or hands it to you or a guest, on the beat drop at the peak of the night with the floor packed. It is the one effect you can run yourselves. Built for club and festival people.
Can I book Elevate Entertainment special effects without a DJ?
No, special effects are added to an Elevate Entertainment DJ and MC booking and are not booked on their own. Your DJ fires them on the cue you plan together.
How much do wedding special effects cost with Elevate Entertainment?
Your special effects’ own number comes from your quote: build it with your DJ and MC online, or talk it through in your Entertainment Design Session. How pricing works walks through what moves the number and what a full night runs.
Claim your time
How do I book my Entertainment Design Session with Elevate Entertainment?
You book your Entertainment Design Session with Elevate Entertainment in the short form here, or by checking your date first. One free conversation, 60 minutes, video or phone, about your special effects and the rest of your night. You leave with a complete plan and an exact price, without any pressure on the call. We set each effect to the moment you plan, because our promise is Your Event Made Perfect.
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★★★★★“Elevate Entertainment / Noah was the event host-DJ at our daughters wedding ceremony and reception. Noah was phenomenal! He carried out the vibe Emilee and Jake were wanting perfectly. We received many compliments throughout the evening. The Selfie Mirror Photo Booth was well as the cold spark boxes that were set off during their first dance were huge hits too. 10/10 recommend Noah to host your event!!”
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