GENERAL INFORMATION

Welcome to The Legacy Event Center (LEC), a multi-purpose microvenue designed for meaningful gatherings.

The Legacy Event Center in Forney, Texas is more than just a venue—it’s where stories are shared, milestones are honored, and memories become part of a lasting legacy. As the first event center in Forney, The LEC offers an intimate, stylish space for family celebrations, social soirées, business meetings, and multicultural community events.

Conveniently located on FM 548 between US-80 and SH-205—just 25 miles from Dallas—The Legacy Event Center proudly serves families, professionals, and local organizations with elegance, excellence, and heart.

With 2,000 square feet of flexible event space and 50 on-site parking spaces, The LEC is designed to accommodate a variety of layouts for:

-Wedding receptions

-Birthday parties

-Baby and bridal showers

-Vision board parties

-Team meetings

-Workshops

-Private events
…and more.

Inside our facility, you’ll find:

-A gender-neutral, ADA-compliant restroom

-A kitchenette featuring a refrigerator, microwave, beverage cooler, and a self-serve coffee/tea/water station

-Two 65" flatscreen TVs for slideshows or video presentations

-A 55" Vibe Interactive Smartboard—ideal for business meetings, workshops, or content creation sessions

Whether you're planning your next big idea or celebrating life's most meaningful moments, The Legacy Event Center is the perfect place to gather, connect, and celebrate. Our team is here to help! You have lots of questions, we've got lots of answers! Our favorite thing is to talk about The Legacy Event Center and everything it has to offer. Contact us today for more information!

Director of Events and Marketing
Quisha Umemba
[email protected]
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Directions and Address

The Legacy Event Center is located at 16383 FM 548, Suite 110, Forney, Texas 75126, between U.S. Highway 80 and State Highway 205. We are 20 miles east of downtown Dallas and 18 miles from Kaufman.

The Legacy Event Center
16383 FM 548, Suite 110
Forney, Texas  75126

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Parking

A well-lit, landscaped, public parking lot surrounds our event center. There are 50 parking spaces in the immediate parking lot, with additional parking in adjacent spaces around the facility.

GENERAL RENTAL INFORMATION

FACILITY USE:

Facility rentas are coordinated through The LEC Events Coordinator or their designee. Rental Client will use The LEC facility only for the purpose outlined in the signed Rental Agreement (contract). Rental Client will only use the portion of The LEC they have contracted to use. Additional spaces outside of those contracted in the Rental Agreement are not available to the client or their guests. The time contracted on the Rental Agreement is for the entire duration of the event, including setup, event, tear-down, and clean-up. The Event Supervisor will provide notice of the event's end time. All participants, hosts, equipment, trash, and belongings must be removed from the space by the end of the event. In the event that the space is not vacated by the end of the rental period, the Rental Client will be charged $50 for every 15 minutes over time.

Any misrepresentation by the Rental Client and/or abuse of any LEC property may result in immediate termination of the Rental Agreement, including immediate vacating of the premises and denial of the Rental Client’s request for future use. 

The Legacy Event Center retains the right to use and/or rent any remaining portions of The LEC that are not part of the Lessee’s rental agreement. 

BLACKOUT DATES:

The LEC may have certain dates that are unavailable for public rentals. These dates will be posted 90 days in advance.  

RENTAL AGREEMENT:

Upon approval for use of The LEC, the Rental Client will complete and sign a Rental Agreement indicating receipt and understanding of the policies, rental terms and conditions, and acknowledging that The Legacy Event Center is not liable for any personal injury or damages to personal property related to the use of The Legacy Event Center.

DEPOSIT, FINAL PAYMENT, CHARGES, AND REFUNDS:

An initial deposit of 50% of the booking quote is required on all events on the date the contract is signed. The remaining balance must be paid within 14 days of your event.

If your booking is made less than 14 days prior to the event, the entire rental amount will be due on the date the contract is signed. If payment is not made in advance as directed, the event will be canceled, and the facility will be made available for booking by another rental client. Cancellation (or rescheduling) of an event must be received in writing at least 14 days prior to the event date or you forfeit 50% of your booking deposit.

In the event of cancellation by THE LEC due to inclement weather, act of God, or any other reason outside of the control of The LEC, an attempt will be made to reschedule. In the event that a reschedule cannot be made, The LEC will refund all monies paid by the Rental Client.

Payments may be made via check or credit card. Credit card payments may be made online via the link provided to the Rental Client. Checks may be mailed to the administrative office at 16383 FM 548, Suite 110, Forney, Texas  75126. Checks must be made out to Umemba Legacy Ventures LLC. Rental Clients can pay by check in person during administrative office hours (9am - 6pm, Monday through Friday).

CHANGE FEE:

A per-request change fee of $25 will be assessed if requests to change any aspect of the event are made after the Event Quote has been signed. These requests will only be granted if The LEC Events Coordinator or their designee can reasonably accommodate the request. 

OTHER FEES:

Rental client agrees to pay the charges listed on the signed Event Quote pertaining to space, facility, equipment, and personnel needed in connection with their use of The Legacy Event Center. These charges will be outlined in the Event Quote and will be included in the total rental amount.

FACILITY STAFFING:

All staffing will be at the discretion of The LEC Events Coordinator. Staffing type and amount will be determined based on the event type and expected attendance. The Rental Client will be assigned a designated Event Supervisor who is responsible for opening and closing the space, answering any questions, and assisting the Rental Client with any facility-related issues. The Event Supervisor will not assist the Rental Client with setting up or tearing down the event (unless that service is included in the selected package).

SECURITY:

Event security will be hired by the LEC Events Coordinator in accordance with the event type and expected attendance. Security fees will be included in the rental cost.

CLEANING:

Rental Client is responsible for cleaning the rental space to include all loose trash and removal of all items that were brought in for the event. Basic facility sweeping, vacuuming, and wiping down of surfaces will be done by The LEC custodial staff and is included in the cost of the rental. Any additional cleaning, such as trash removal, stain removal, etc., will incur an additional cleaning fee of $25/hr.

RENTAL EQUIPMENT:

Furniture: The LEC offers chairs, 60” round tables, and 6’ rectangular tables for rent.

Linens: Available for rent in black or white, in either fitted or regular styles.

Add-ons: A variety of add-on rental options are available for all hourly rates and packages.

THIRD PARTY VENDORS:

Rental Clients may hire third-party vendors for their event needs. All such vendors must be made known to The LEC Events Coordinator or their designee by the final payment deadline (14 days prior to the event). All third-party vendors must complete the Third Party Vendor Agreement prior to the final payment deadline.

TICKET SALES:

Rental Client may sell tickets to their event at The LEC. The Rental Client is responsible for all costs associated with the sale of tickets. Rental Client is responsible for the collection of and payment of any applicable sales or other taxes on ticket sale proceeds for the event specified. 

PERMITS AND LICENSES: 

Rental Client is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits, licenses, and authorizations that may be required by any laws, ordinances, rules, or regulations pertaining to the event type or size for which they are utilizing The LEC.

CHAPERONES:

Any event where youth will be present, there must be one (1) adult chaperone for every twenty-five (25) children. “Children” is anyone under the age of eighteen (18) years old, and “Adult” is anyone over the age of twenty-five (25) years old. Note: The LEC is not to be used as a daycare or babysitting service. Rental requests for such will be denied. Any event found to be using the facility for such purposes will be immediately terminated. 

SIGNS: 

The Rental Client will not post any signs, advertisements, show bills, posters, or cards of any description inside or outside the building without prior written permission from the LEC Events Coordinator. If the Rental Client does not remove any such items, The LEC staff is authorized to remove and dispose of them. The Rental Client will be charged for any damage caused by the placement of such items.

DECORATIONS:

All decorations, equipment, devices, and other items must be approved in advance by the LEC Events Coordinator. No decorations will be attached to the walls, ceilings, floors, furnishings, or fixtures of The LEC. The LEC reserves the right to exclude specific exhibits and/or decorating materials that, in the opinion of The LEC, create an unreasonable or unnecessary risk of injury or damage to persons or property. No balloons or any other product that could rise to the ceiling because of the product’s physical properties are allowed. Rental Client will be charged for the removal of balloons and any damages.

NONCOMPLIANT EVENTS:

The Legacy Event Center has the right to cancel or terminate any Rental Agreement if:

-The event creates an unreasonable risk of injury or damage to the facility, the Rental Client, or patrons

-The event has been scheduled due to false or misleading information provided by the Rental Client

-The event is declared obscene (by the standards of LEC)

GENERAL BUILDING INFORMATION

ADVERTISING AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

If you are interested in advertising or sponsoring an event at The Legacy Event Center, contact Quisha Umemba at thelegacyeventsvenue@gmail.

SITE VISITS:

The LEC is available for center tours by scheduled appointment only and subject to availability. To help us provide the best service and maintain the integrity of any other events taking place in the building, center tours must be scheduled in advance with the LEC Events Coordinator.

TRASH DISPOSAL:

All trash will be removed from the rental spaces and placed in the dumpsters located outside the building next to Suite 100.

KEYS:

All keys to the facility will remain in the possession of the Event Supervisor. Keys will not be loaned out or duplicated. 

DOORS:

Under no circumstances should any exterior door be propped open or any automatic closing devices be removed from any door by the Rental Client.  

ALTERATIONS:

No alterations, temporary or permanent, to any part of The LEC property are allowed without written approval from the LEC Events Coordinator. No nails, tape, adhesive, staples, or other similar items shall be used on any surface in The LEC. 

FIRST AID: 

Access to a first aid kit will be available through the Event Supervisor.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:

The LEC has emergency procedures in place to quickly and efficiently respond to emergency situations. In case of an emergency, all attendees are to follow the instructions of the Event Supervisor and all other facility event staff.

LOST AND FOUND:

Please give any found item(s) to the Event Supervisor. If you have lost an item(s) during an event, check with the Event Supervisor. Any found items will be kept in The LEC Office for 30 days before being disposed of or donated to charity.

CONNECTIVITY: 

Guest Wi-Fi is available free of charge to all visitors to The LEC. Select “LEC Guest” in your Wi-Fi settings menu. The LEC uses XXXX to connect your devices to our displays. The LEC Events Coordinator will provide you with detailed instructions for connecting to XXXX using your Rental Agreement. The Event Supervisor will be able to assist as needed. 

EXTENSION CORDS AND ELECTRICAL POWER: 

Use of extension cords, power strips, inverters, etc., and any other equipment used for power distribution must be approved by the LEC Events Coordinator. Use of such equipment will be included in the Rental Agreement with specifics on equipment being used, location, and purpose. 

ANIMALS: 

No animals are permitted inside the building, except for service animals. The owner of any service animal will be held fully responsible for their animal at all times. 

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

All tobacco products, alcohol, firearms, weapons of any kind, fireworks, bubbles, confetti, glitter, rice, birdseed, hay, silly string, pyrotechnics (unless authorized in writing by the LEC Events Coordinator), any adhesive product on any surface of The LEC, candles and other open flames, fog or haze machines, as well as any other items that can inherently cause damage, a fire hazard, or a cleaning issue through their normal use. At certain events, cameras, video recorders, or other recording devices may be prohibited. 

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 

Yes, alcohol is allowed at the renter’s expense. The renter assumes all responsibilities as the user of the facility.

TOBACCO POLICY: 

Smoking or using tobacco is prohibited on the LEC property (including vapes and e-cigarettes). This includes the grounds, parking lots, and all other interior and exterior spaces at the Facility.

FIREARMS AND WEAPONS POLICY: 

Firearms and weapons of all types are prohibited on the LEC premises.

ADA INFORMATION:

The LEC adheres to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in regard to employment and public accommodations. The LEC Events Coordinator will inquire about any ADA needs to ensure that all necessary information is included in the Rental Agreement. If needs arise after the contract has been signed, please contact the LEC Events Coordinator as soon as possible prior to the event so that accommodations can be made. 

AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING:

The LEC provides heating or cooling throughout the building during operating hours and extended hours to cover any events beginning or ending outside of The LEC operating hours. Only the Event Supervisor or other designated staff of The LEC may adjust thermostats. Requests for temperature adjustments will be approved on a case-by-case basis and only when they can be reasonably accommodated. 

OUTSIDE EQUIPMENT: 

No equipment, such as machinery, carts, wagons, etc., will be brought into The LEC without prior written approval from The LEC Events Coordinator. In some cases, floor coverings and approval from the building engineer will be required.

FIRE MARSHAL POLICIES

FIRE EXITS:

All floor plans are subject to approval by the Fire Marshal. Under no circumstances can a fire exit be blocked in any way at any time. The Event Supervisor will periodically check fire exits. Any Rental Client found violating this policy will be immediately cleared from the premises, may face fines, and may be prohibited from future use of The LEC.

ROOM CAPACITIES:

Under no circumstances may the Rental Client exceed the Fire Marshal’s room capacity number. The Rental Client will adhere to all applicable fire and building codes. 

OBSTRUCTIONS:

The Rental Client will not permit any objects or obstructions to remain in the entrances, exits, passageways, elevators, stairwells, or sidewalks of The LEC. Emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers and alarms, is to remain unobstructed and accessible at all times.

AUDIO, VISUAL, AND LIGHTING POLICIES

AV USAGE:

If the rental requires the operation of technical equipment belonging to The LEC (such as soundboards, lightboards, computers, etc.), AV Technicians will be assigned to the event in the necessary amount and type to safely and competently operate the required equipment. Only the assigned AV Technicians can operate the equipment. The cost of any AV Technicians needed will be included in the AV Fee section of the Event Quote.

SOUND OR LIGHT CHANGES:

Only authorized personnel and designated guests are permitted to make changes to sound and lighting equipment to prevent damage or interference. This includes preset button stations, lecterns, and light and sound boards.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE POLICIES

CATERING:

The LEC Coordinator does not provide catering for your events. However, we have several catering vendors who would be happy to work with you to meet your catering needs. The Rental Client must coordinate directly with the caterer. Rental Clients are also allowed to bring in their own catering from off-site. 

Kitchenette:

The Kitchenette includes a refrigerator, countertop microwave, beverage cooler, coffee/tea/water station, as well as prep surfaces. The Kitchenette does not provide any cooking capabilities.

PARKING, LOADING, AND UNLOADING:

All vehicles must be parked in the marked parking spaces available at The LEC. Parking along curbs, blocking fire lanes, or any other undesignated space is prohibited, and violators will be towed at their expense. All supplies, equipment, and decorations freight must be unloaded via the front entrance of the facility.

PARCEL INSPECTION: 

All cartons, packages, and other containers brought into the facility are subject to inspection.