Rental FAQs

Comprehensive information on renting space(s) for special events at Starlight Theatre is available in the Starlight Event Services Packet.

View and/or print the Starlight Special Event Information packet. *Current rates apply. Updated pricing rolls out Spring 2027.

 

Rental FAQs

The Stage House is able to fit a standard event size of 450 guests seated in a banquet style or up to 1,000 guests in a reception-style setup. Inventory to accommodate these capacities will be rented at an additional fee.

You may access the venue for load-in beginning at 8:00 AM on the event day. Your event time (during which guests are onsite) may run a maximum of 6 hours based on staffing included in the Basic Starlight Private Event Rental Package. Events must end no later than 11:59 PM.

Load-out must be completed within 2 hours of guests’ departure/event conclusion unless otherwise approved. A $500 clean-up fee will be assessed for any items left beyond 10:00 AM the next business day following the event date.

A non-refundable deposit of 50% of your rental fee is required upon signing the Facility Use Agreement to reserve the venue for your event date. No event date is considered reserved until the deposit is paid in full.

Special Events at Starlight Theatre utilize three exclusive vendors who have extensive knowledge of the venue, its operations, staffing, training, and processes, which enables them to operate seamlessly during events. These providers are proven entities that will ensure the success of your event. Starlight Event Services will facilitate supplemental orders with Eventworks Rentals (Event rentals e.g. additional tables and chairs), Levy Restaurants (catering and linens), and Premier Parking Services (valet parking services).
Any vendors outside of those specifically listed above must be approved by Starlight Event Services and may be required to meet specific guidelines and insurance requirements set forth by Starlight through a Vendor Agreement. A copy of the Starlight Vendor Agreement is available upon request.

Levy Restaurants is the in-house provider of food and beverage services at the Starlight Theatre. Outside caterers are not allowed.

Guest Information

Contact Trinidy Thompson, Special Events Manager, at (816) 997-1158 or trinidy.thompson@kcstarlight.com regarding details such as event times, arrival, logistics, etc.

Special event guests park in the Orange Lot on the south side of the Starlight Theatre Campus. Depending on the event, guests enter through either Gate 7 or Gate 8. Guest arrival information is subject to change based on your event. Contact Trinidy Thompson, Special Events Manager, at (816) 997-1158 or trinidy.thompson@kcstarlight.com for questions.

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