WHY HIGHER GROUND MITZVAHS
ARE THE BEST MITZVAHS. PERIOD.
Some mitzvah DJs are great at mixing, while others excel in their speaking skills & engaging with teens. Some are masters of lighting design, music selection, and presentation while others prefer to focus on personalization, production, or event planning.
At Higher Ground, our focus is to excel at all of the above so that we can provide the gold standard in bar & bat mitzvah DJ entertainment.
We are a passionate and hardworking team of DJs, Event Hosts and dancers all working together towards one common goal: to create incredible entertainment experience & employment opportunities. It's why we got started in this business, and it's what keeps us aiming higher.
MEET SOME OF THE BEST MITZVAH DJS
IN PORTLAND, OREGON
SERVING THE PORTLAND METRO AREA & BEYOND
We have been to a lot of bar and bat mitzvahs over the years, and heard a lot of mitzvah DJs up and down the West Coast. Naturally, we have seen the good, the bad and the ugly. All of this informs our style today, and helps us reach for something higher, delivering a unique experience to our b'nai mitzvah DJ clients.
Having DJed mitzvahs in the Portland area for years, we have existing relationships with many local vendors and are proud to continually earn our spot on preferred vendor lists at event venues such as Castaway, The Waverley Country Club, and The Sentinel Hotel - amongst others.

PACKED DANCE FLOORS
GUEST SATISFACTION
HAPPY COUPLES
MODERN WEDDING STYLE
Whether you are planning an intimate celebration, producing an extravagant all-out mitzvah reception, or anything in between- we would be honored to be given the opportunity to guide your guests on a musical journey and help create some magic on your special day. Reach out to our team today to see if your date is still available.
Experience
10+ years in the industry. 2,000+ events in the rearview. Thousands of raving fans to testify.
Style
Detail-oriented and raising the bar when it comes to lighting, event design, and creative entertainment.
Preparation
Stress-free planning with our mobile app and, supportive digital resources and DJs that never miss a beat.
Musicality
Talented DJs that blend your vision with your guest's energy and their own creative intuition. Not a tired playlist from every other party.
THE BEST PNW MITZVAH DJS
THE PERFECT PORTLAND
MITZVAH
Portland, OR is one of the best places in the country to host a b'nai mitzvah. Not only do we have an amazing array of gorgeous event venues and talented creative partners, but you will also be able to host your guests in an amazing city and show off all Stumptown has to offer!
This is one of the reasons we curated this list of local activities for you to place on your event website or suggest to your guests.
While you are at it, check out this list of Portlands top event venues that we update regularly.

Whether you are planning a mitzvah in downtown PDX, on the east side, in Vancouver, or on Mt. Hood, Higher Ground Entertainment has got you covered. From stylish DJ set-ups to interactive programming to engage the kids, fresh dance floor lighting to indoor firework fountains, we have a large portfolio of event solutions to help make your mitzvah vision a reality.
MODERN MITZVAH DJS
FOR MODERN COUPLES
YOUR MITZVAH IS NOT AVERAGE - WHY WOULD YOUR DJ BE?
B'nai Mitzvahs in Pacific Northwest (and beyond!) should be unique, and exceptional. With so many gorgeous event venues and incredible creative partners- you should not have to settle for an average mitzvah DJ.
Enter, Higher Ground Entertainment...
ALWAYS INCLUDED WITH
HIGHER GROUND MITZVAH DJS
PLANNING
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Creative planning resources & support
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Mitzvah planning tips, industry insights and event consulting
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Online planning portal for streamlined communication
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Easy to use mobile app for music requests and event management
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Detailed timeline creation/implementation
DAY OF
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Sleek, minimal, professional and (often wireless) audio solutions
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Styled DJ setup (your choice) with custom accent lighting
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Leading industry production & sound gear with backups and redundancies
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Seasoned DJ/MC to 1) mix music appropriately and set the energy of your event and 2) engage your guests, make clear announcements and lead/facilitate flow of the event (as needed)
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Modern entertainment approach to match the overall style and vibe of your mitzvah
OUR TALENTED MITZVAH DJS
Check out our team of professional mitzvah DJ performers- some of the most
talented, passionate and dapper DJs in the Pacific Northwest.

HEAR WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
"DON'T BOTHER WASTING YOUR TIME OR DOLLARS RESEARCHING ANYTHING ELSE! BEN AND THE TEAM AT HIGHER GROUND ARE A++ AND KNOW HOW TO PRODUCE THE PERFECT MITZVAH. "
"We can't recommend Higher Ground enough! We hired them for our son's Bar Mitzvah party, and Joel, Mason, and Freddy kept the tweens/teens AND grown-ups on the dance floor all night long! Joel was great at reading the room and playing songs that kept everyone engaged. Mason helped with the lighting planning and was on top of the lighting the whole night. Freddy was a wonderful DJ and kept everyone excited. We had people coming up to us afterwards and tell us it was the best Bar Mitzvah party they had ever been to. Definitely use this company for your wedding/Bar/Bat mitzvah/other event if you want everyone to have a great time!"
Sara S.
"DJ Mason absolutely crushed my son's Bar Mitzvah. He had the party started before we entered the ballroom and kept it running on high octane throughout the night. Kids loved it so much that they even put up with the adults crashing the dance floor. Cannot recommend Higher Ground highly enough."
RD S.
"Ben, Mason and the team pulled out all the stops for our son's Bar Mitzvah. Almost a year later and our friends still talk about how amazing the party was. Every one of every age had a blast and Ben read the room perfectly. He even did a Hora mashup out of a song I really wanted to play and it was perfection!! Right DJ + right crowd = magic."
Elisa S
"Mason KILLED it!!! He was the best DJ I've ever witnessed, hands down. 5's across the board. No, make that 10's!"
Aviv C.
"Ben and the team at Higher Ground were fantastic to work with. They made planning easy and were incredibly receptive to our input. On-site at the event, Mason did a phenomenal job keeping the kids engaged and having fun, and the dance floor was packed with guests of all ages the whole night. We would highly recommend HGE in a heartbeat!"
Robyn G.
"Mason KILLED it!!! He was the best DJ I've ever witnessed, hands down. 5's across the board. No, make that 10's! His friendliness, his helpfulness, his attention to detail... He also featured in one of my favorite memories of the night, when he led the Footloose dance. It tickled me to see him dancing up a storm with mic in hand, switching between intricate footwork and emcee duties. It was Mason who made that party the best party I've ever thrown! He is worth every penny we paid.
I highly recommend Mason and Higher Ground to anyone who asks about a DJ!!"
Aviv C.

Learn more about our Portland mitzvah DJ services:
3439 SE Hawthorne Blvd #1035
Portland Oregon, 97214
Serving all of the
Pacific Northwest Including:
Portland, OR
Eugene, OR
Bend, OR
Seattle, WA
Vancouver, WA