Built in 1926 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Epping Forest is where old-world elegance and the St. Johns River come together. We know this venue well - and how to make every moment from cocktail hour to last dance feel exactly right.
COS Celebrations is a preferred wedding DJ vendor at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in Jacksonville, Florida. We have performed dozens of weddings at this historic riverfront estate and work directly with the venue's events team to ensure flawless celebrations.
Epping Forest is one of Jacksonville's most iconic wedding venues-a 1920s Mediterranean Revival estate built by industrialist Alfred I. duPont, perched on the St. Johns River with panoramic views, English Gardens, and a world-class marina. The property accommodates everything from intimate dinners for 10 to lavish celebrations for over 400 guests, with ceremony locations ranging from the riverfront lawn beneath moss-draped oaks to the elegant ballroom overlooking the water. We know every corner of this venue-its acoustic sweet spots, its lighting at golden hour, and the seamless flow between its outdoor and indoor spaces.
Why Do Couples Choose COS Celebrations for Epping Forest Weddings?
We Know the Venue
From the outdoor ceremony lawn to the ballroom's acoustic sweet spots, we've dialed in exactly what works at Epping Forest. No guesswork-just flawless execution.
Live Musicians + DJ
Imagine live saxophone during your first dance as the sun sets over the St. Johns River. Or a full fusion band getting your guests moving. We bring the music to life.
Outdoor + Indoor Flow
Epping Forest weddings often move between spaces. We coordinate sound seamlessly-from waterfront ceremonies to cocktail hour to the ballroom reception.
Elegant, Not Cheesy
This venue deserves sophisticated entertainment. We match the setting-tasteful MC work, curated music, and energy that feels right for the room.
"The dance floor was packed from the first song to the last. Everyone kept telling us it was the best wedding they'd ever been to. DJ Corey made sure that people stayed on the dance floor by playing the best music ever!"
- Liz & Joel, Epping Forest Yacht Club Wedding
What Entertainment Services Does COS Offer at Epping Forest?
Every Epping Forest wedding package can be customized to your vision. Here's what we offer:
What's Included
Professional DJ + MC
Premium sound system
Wireless microphones
COS Planning App access
Pre-wedding consultation
Venue coordination
Popular Add-Ons for Epping Forest
Live saxophone
Live drums
Ceremony sound
Cocktail hour musicians
Uplighting package
Dancing on clouds
What Makes Epping Forest Yacht Club a Top Jacksonville Wedding Venue?
Built in the mid-1920s by industrialist Alfred I. duPont and his wife Jessie Ball duPont, Epping Forest was originally a 58-acre private estate along the St. Johns River. The Mediterranean Revival architecture features imported Italian tiles, hand-carved woodwork, and gardens designed to complement the natural waterfront setting. Today the venue blends that historic grandeur with modern amenities-a world-class marina, manicured English Gardens, and multiple ceremony locations from the iconic riverfront lawn to intimate garden courtyards. As a private yacht and country club, Epping Forest delivers an exclusive atmosphere that larger commercial venues simply cannot replicate. For event inquiries, contact the venue directly at (904) 739-7200.
Frequently Asked Questions About Epping Forest Weddings
Does COS Celebrations perform at Epping Forest Yacht Club?
Yes. COS Celebrations is a preferred vendor at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in Jacksonville, Florida. We regularly perform weddings there and work directly with the venue's events team to coordinate sound, timing, and logistics.
How much does a wedding DJ cost at Epping Forest?
Wedding DJ packages at Epping Forest start at $1,500 for 4 hours of professional DJ and MC services. Most couples at this venue invest between $2,000 and $2,800 to add ceremony coverage, additional hours, or live saxophone.
What entertainment options work best at Epping Forest?
Epping Forest weddings benefit from a DJ and live musician combination. Live saxophone during the ceremony or cocktail hour on the riverfront terrace creates an unforgettable atmosphere, while a skilled DJ keeps the ballroom dance floor packed. The venue's multiple spaces require a team that can manage seamless sound transitions between outdoor and indoor areas.
How many guests can Epping Forest accommodate?
Epping Forest accommodates intimate dinners for as few as 10 guests up to lavish celebrations for over 400. Ceremony locations include the riverfront lawn, English Gardens, and garden courtyards, with reception space in the grand ballroom overlooking the St. Johns River.
Can I have a ceremony and reception at Epping Forest with one DJ?
Absolutely. COS Celebrations provides full-day coverage including ceremony sound on the riverfront lawn, cocktail hour music on the terrace, and reception entertainment in the ballroom. We bring separate sound systems for each space so there is no downtime between your ceremony and reception.
Looking for a wedding DJ near me in Jacksonville?
COS Celebrations is based in St. Augustine and serves Jacksonville with no travel fees. We are preferred vendors at Epping Forest, Timuquana Country Club, The River Club, and many other Jacksonville venues. With over 500 five-star reviews, we are one of the highest-rated wedding DJ companies in Northeast Florida.
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