About The Elia
The Elia is a Wedding & Event Venue located in the heart of Downtown Wilmington. Surrounded by local hotels, boutiques, cafe’s, restaurants, bars and the iconic and picturesque Riverwalk. Your guests will experience the history and fall in love with its coastal charm.
Meet Brittanie
The Elia is a family owned and operated venue, under the leadership of Brittanie Pate. Brittanie’s career is endowed with impressive industry knowledge + vendor relations gained through decades of experience in venue management, event planning, catering and sales.
Brittanie also runs her own wedding planning business, Brittanie Raquel Events, which is also local to the Wilmington, NC area.
Experience The Elia
Our love for Wilmington runs deep + our commitment to creating community and showing kindness to everyone we encounter is at the core of our business and our team will strive to create an unforgettable space and experience for not only our clients, but their cherished friends & family.
Our team is dedicated to making sure you have the best experience possible so that you can focus more on hosting your guests and less on the logistics.
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Find the perfect Wilmington NC wedding venue
Budget, headcount, ambiance of the space, and what’s included are important pieces of the venue puzzle. While reading reviews and viewing venue websites, use these questions to help refine your search.
What percent of my wedding budget should go to renting a venue? According to planning websites, allocate about 35% of your wedding budget for venue rental. The location not only houses you and your guests, but it also creates an atmosphere and backdrop for beautiful photographs. Going with 35% ensures you have more venue choices without compromising your budget.
What are five things to keep in mind when selecting a Wilmington, NC wedding venue? Headcount and budget are top of mind when selecting a venue. But don’t forget your wedding vision, the guest experience you want to create, and any logistic/comfort considerations (like nearby guest accommodations for out-of-towners).
What do you pick first, a wedding date or a venue? If the wedding date holds significance, prioritize looking at venues with that availability and make a downpayment ASAP. But if you have your heart set on a particular venue, find out what dates are available. A little flexibility on your date can add up to venue savings.