Weddings, proposals and hosting events at The Star Ballroom and other venues
Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star offers multiple on-site wedding and event spaces—most notably The Star Ballroom, Wynne Ballroom, Ring of Honor Room and the Edge Terrace (The Edge) pool deck—plus catering through Neighborhood Services and 300 guest rooms/suites for blocks. All weddings require a Hotel-approved professional wedding coordinator; confirm ceremony and reception fees, capacities, and staffing with the hotel directly.
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Event venues and capacities
The property provides a range of indoor and outdoor event spaces sized for small gatherings up to large receptions. The Star Ballroom is the largest single space on site, while smaller rooms suit intimate ceremonies or breakout sessions.
Capacities and square-footage are fixed by the hotel and listed below; use them to narrow venue choices before discussing dates and set-up with the events team.
- The Star Ballroom — 12,971 sq ft; capacities listed by the hotel include up to 1,297 reception / 1,080 banquet / 1,440 theater-style.
- Star Ballroom A — 3,276 sq ft; listed capacities include banquet and reception figures.
- Star Ballroom B — 3,139 sq ft; similar mid-size ballroom option.
- Wynne Ballroom — indoor ballroom with capacity up to 499 guests.
- Ring of Honor Room — 1,320 sq ft with plaza views; capacity up to about 100 reception / 96 banquet.
- Edge Terrace (The Edge) — fourth-floor pool terrace/outdoor option; hotel lists up to 375 reception-style or 264 banquet-style depending on layout.
- Boardrooms (Jerral, Commissioner) and smaller prefunction/foyer spaces for rehearsals, VIP receptions or breakout meetings.
| Venue | Square feet / Noted feature | Approx. reception capacity |
|---|---|---|
| The Star Ballroom | 12,971 sq ft / no windows, 20' ceilings | 1,297 |
| Wynne Ballroom | Indoor ballroom | 499 |
| Ring of Honor Room | 1,320 sq ft / plaza views | 100 |
Ceremony fees, coordinators and hotel requirements
Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star requires that couples hire a Hotel-approved professional wedding coordinator; the coordinator conducts the rehearsal and remains on-site for the event.
The hotel publishes ceremony fees and indicative reception pricing; ceremony fees are reported in a range and include certain basics, but exact amounts and what’s included vary with date, guest count and room choice.
- Ceremony fees — reported between $1,500 and $3,500 and include banquet chairs, tables or staging for ballroom ceremonies along with white linen and an infused water station.
- Indicative reception pricing — reported starting points include roughly $30,000 for The Star Ballroom, $20,000 for Wynne Ballroom and $7,500 for Ring of Honor room; confirm current rates with the hotel.
- All weddings must work with a Hotel-approved coordinator; ask the events team for the current list of approved coordinators and what they cover.
| Item | What hotel sources report |
|---|---|
| Coordinator | Hotel-approved coordinator required on-site |
| Ceremony fee | $1,500–$3,500 (reported range; includes linen and basic ceremony furniture) |
| Reception indicative pricing | Starts reported at $7,500–$30,000 depending on venue (subject to change) |
Catering, beverage service and menus
Neighborhood Services is the hotel’s full-service restaurant and typically provides on-site catering for events; bar service is available for receptions in the ballrooms and on the pool deck. The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge operates on the pool deck and can serve drinks and light bites for outdoor receptions.
Menus, plated vs. buffet options, dietary requests and alcohol service rules are handled through the hotel’s events/catering team. If you require specific cuisine, tastings, or outside vendors, confirm the hotel’s policies and fees up front.
- On-site outlets: Neighborhood Services (restaurant), Lobby Bar, The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge (pool deck).
- Neighborhood Services hours are listed as Sun–Thurs 7 AM–10 PM; Fri–Sat 7 AM–11 PM, with brunch hours and a weekday happy hour—useful for rehearsal dinners or welcome receptions.
- Bar service is available for receptions; hotel policies and pricing for hosted bars and beverage packages should be requested in writing.
| Outlet | Typical role for events |
|---|---|
| Neighborhood Services | Full-service catering for plated or buffet receptions and rehearsal dinners |
| The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge | Pool-deck cocktails and light bites for outdoor receptions |
| Lobby Bar | Casual welcome receptions and coffee/afterparty space |
Guest rooms, room blocks and room names to request
The hotel has roughly 300 guest rooms and suites and lists a variety of room types that are useful when booking room blocks or rooming lists for wedding guests. Ask the events team about room-block rate minimums, attrition, and cut-off dates.
When requesting blocks or upgrades, use the room names exactly as written to avoid confusion with inventory and pricing.
- Common room and suite names you can request: Executive Room; Deluxe Room; Deluxe Room (Roll In Shower); Premier Room; Luxury Suite (Plaza View).
- Suites: Suite (Plaza Suite); Suite (Plaza Suite - View); Suite (Frisco); Suite (Frisco Suite); Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms; Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Plaza Suite) and variants with 'View'.
- Confirm how many rooms of each type the hotel can hold for your block and whether there are any minimum-night or blackout dates.
| Block item | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Room types to block | Which exact names and how many of each (e.g., Executive Room, Deluxe Room, Suite (Plaza Suite)) |
| Cut-off date | When your group’s guaranteed rate expires |
| Guarantees/attrition | Penalty or attrition terms if rooms not filled |
Logistics: set-up, AV, timing and accessibility
The hotel lists 24,000 square feet of meeting/event space and can host large conferences in addition to weddings. For large productions, clarify load-in/load-out areas, staging, rigging limits and on-site AV capabilities before your contract is finalized.
Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star provides accessible paths of travel, elevator access and accessible meeting spaces; if you need mobility or sensory accommodations, discuss them with the events manager in advance.
- Confirm when you can access the venue for set-up and when vendors must complete strike; rehearsal times are usually arranged through the events team.
- Ask for an itemized AV and staging quote from the hotel (microphones, speakers, projector screens, lighting), and whether in-house AV technicians are required.
- Accessibility: the hotel offers wheelchair-accessible paths, elevators with 36-inch doors, Braille signage and visual alarms; request specifics for guest seating and restroom access.
| Logistics area | What to ask the events team |
|---|---|
| Set-up/strike times | When vendors can load in and must be cleared |
| AV equipment | In-house vs. preferred vendors and pricing |
| Accessibility | Specific accommodations for guests with mobility or sensory needs |
Local extras and guest experience
The hotel sits within The Star District directly adjacent to the Ford Center and Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters, making it convenient for guests who want stadium access, tours, or to walk the Ring of Honor. The Star District offers restaurants and shopping within a short walk.
For guest transportation and activities, note that Frisco has limited fixed-route public transit; most visitors use rideshare or rental cars. Airport transfer times and routing can vary, so provide clear directions and recommended apps or services to your guests.
- Nearby: Ford Center (about a 1-minute walk), Tostitos Championship Plaza, shopping and entertainment within The Star District.
- Airports: Omni lists DFW and Dallas Love Field both around 22–23 miles by routing estimates; confirm travel times with your ground transportation provider.
- Recommend rideshare and rental options for guests—public transit in Frisco is limited and GoZone on-demand service may be available for weekday daytime trips.
| Guest need | Local option |
|---|---|
| Pre/post-wedding activities | Walk the Ring of Honor, Ford Center tours and district dining |
| Airport transfers | Rideshare or rental car (no direct public transit to the hotel from DFW) |
| Group fitness/recovery | On-site 24-hour fitness center and the hotel pool deck (The Edge) |
