The Ark By Norris Center

About The Ark by Norris

Ark by Norris is a Katy wedding venue designed to host wedding receptions, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, quinceañeras, corporate events, galas, and special celebrations with ease and intention. The venue accommodates celebrations ranging from 75 to 180 seated guests, with indoor ballroom space and an adjoining outdoor patio that can support the event flow. The full venue may accommodate up to 300 guests, depending on layout and seating arrangements.

Located in Katy, The Ark by Norris provides a polished, flexible setting where catering, bar service, guest flow, and event support come together in one place. The venue offers in-house catering, inclusive package options, and preferred bartending support.

Pricing | Most Couples Spend

Most couples hosting their event at The Ark by Norris typically spend $10,000–$20,000+ on the venue, depending on guest count, catering selections, bar package, day of week, season, and event scope.

For reference, Friday venue rental is listed at $7,500, and Saturday venue rental is listed at $8,500, plus 8.25% sales tax and a 25% service fee on the rental and selected packages.

Friday Rental Estimate

$7,500 rental
$1,875 service fee, 25%
$618.75 tax, 8.25%
Estimated Friday rental total: $9,993.75

Saturday Rental Estimate

$8,500 rental
$2,125 service fee, 25%
$701.25 tax, 8.25%
Estimated Saturday rental total: $11,326.25

This estimate does not include catering, bar packages, upgraded linens, décor, floral, entertainment, outside vendors, or other custom additions. Final pricing should be confirmed directly with The Ark by Norris, as rates, taxes, package details, and service fees may change.

Venue Highlights

• Hosts events from 75 to 250 seated guests, with larger layouts possible depending on setup
• Indoor ballroom setting with adjoining outdoor patio
• Flexible for wedding receptions, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, quinceañeras, galas, and social events
• In-house catering with inclusive package options
• Preferred bartending and bar package options available
• Hosted bar, cash bar, limited bar, signature drink, beer, wine, and liquor options may be available
• Outside alcohol may be allowed with TABC protocols
• Includes event essentials such as tables, chairs, linens, setup, cleanup, parking, and bridal suite, based on selected package
• Neutral, polished ballroom style that works with many wedding palettes and design directions
• Ideal for couples who want a venue with catering and bar support already built into the planning process

Why We Love This Venue

The Ark by Norris stands out for couples who want a Katy wedding venue with strong event support, catering options, and bar service under one roof. The neutral ballroom gives couples flexibility with design, while the outdoor patio adds another layer for cocktail hour, photos, or guest flow.

This venue is a strong fit for couples who want a more inclusive experience without having to build every piece from scratch. With catering, bartending options, setup items, and event services available, The Ark by Norris helps simplify the planning process while still allowing room for customization.