A black and gold party reception in a large room.

The Elia embodies generations of not just hospitality but having a true heart for serving others.

We are the only venue in Wilmington that offers an “All-Inclusive Rental Package” which saves clients time, money and streamlines the planning process.

 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. With over 7,000 square feet of an open floor plan layout, The Elia can host up to 175 guests, making it one of Downtown Wilmington's largest event venues.

Venue Inclusions

A woman holding a christmas wreath in front of a bar.

Full Venue -Half Day Rental

7 Hour Rental (Rental Time includes setup, event, and clean up)

(Ex: 2 Hour setup, 4 Hour event time, 1 Hour clean up)

Venue Director onsite

Setup & Breakdown of all in house inventory

2 onsite getting ready suites

Catering Prep Area

  • Statement Bar area decorated with greenery garland

  • Christmas Tree for Photo area

  • 175 Fruitwood Chiavari Chairs

  • (10) Cocktail tables

  • (4) 8ft banquet tables

  • (4) 6ft banquet tables

  • (2) 48" round tables

  • (17) 60 inch Round Tables (seats up to 10 guests)

  • Ivory or White crushed linens for all Tables

Choice of Holiday Themed Centerpieces for Guest Tables

  • 3 pillar candles with greenery, gold/silver colored Christmas ornaments

and champagne votives

  • Modern style lanterns with greenery, gold/silver colored Christmas

ornaments and champagne votives

**China Package can be added on for an additional $5 a person. This includes, Dinner Plate, water goblet, dinner fork, knife, choice of champagne, white or red napkin, dessert plate and dessert fork**

  • There are a variety of Hotels located within walking distance from The Elia. Here are some of our favorites, The Hotel Ballast, The Hive, Courtyard By Marriott Downtown, Embassy Suites, or Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown

    We also have a blog about all the best restaurants and hotels

  • There is ample street parking around the venue, two large parking lots a block away: River Place Parking Lot (14 Grace St, Wilmington, NC 28401) + Water Street Parking Deck (210 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401) and the local hotels also offer onsite parking as well.

Venue Pricing

Monday-Thursday: $3,000

Friday & Sundays : $3,500

Saturdays $4,000

50% retainer + signed contract to lock in your date

Bar Package Options

Glass lanterns with pine branches and candles on a table.

Beer & Wine Bar 

House Beer and Wine (Choice of:  2 Domestic, 1 import, 1 craft)

Domestic: Bud lite, Mich Ultra, Miller Lite, Yuengling 

Import: Stella, Shocktop, Corona, Truly

Craft: Wicked Weed Perni-Haze (Hazy IPA), Wicked Weed Seasonal, Catawba-White Zombie (White - Ale)


Wine: Choice of: 4 Wine options

Red: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Blend

White: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Prosecco

Beer and Wine Package includes wine and champagne glasses

3 Hour Beer & Wine Bar: $26

4 Hour Beer & Wine Bar: $30 Per Person

5 Hour Beer & Wine Bar:  $35 Per Person

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House Full Bar 

House Beer and Wine (Choice of:  2 Domestic, 1 import, 1 craft)

Domestic: Bud lite, Mich Ultra, Miller Lite, Yuengling 

Import: Stella, Shocktop, Corona, Truly

Craft: Wicked Weed Perni-Haze (Hazy IPA), Wicked Weed Seasonal, Catawba-White Zombie (White - Ale)


Wine: Choice of: 4 Wine options

Red: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Blend

White: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Prosecco

Liquor Options:

  • Vodka: Dixie

  • Gin: Tanqueray

  • Tequila: Sauza 

  • Rum: Bacardi

  • Whiskey: Jack Daniels

  • Bourbon: Jim Beam 

Mixers: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger ale, Tonic, Club soda, Cranberry juice, Grapefruit juice and Sour mix.  Lime Garnish

Full Bar Package includes wine, rocks and champagne glasses

3 Hour Open House Bar: $36

4 Hour Open House Bar: $40 Per Person

5 Hour Open House Bar: $45 Per Person 

Premium Full Bar

House Beer and Wine (Choice of:  2 Domestic, 1 import, 1 craft)

Domestic: Bud lite, Mich Ultra, Miller Lite, Yuengling 

Import: Stella, Shocktop, Corona, Truly

Craft: Wicked Weed Perni-Haze (Hazy IPA), Wicked Weed Seasonal, Catawba-White Zombie (White - Ale)


Wine: Choice of: 4 Wine options

Red: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Blend

White: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Prosecco

Liquor Options: 

  • Vodka: Tito’s

  • Gin: Tanqueray

  • Tequila: Jose Cuervo

  • Rum: Bacardi

  • Scotch:  Dewar’s

  • Whiskey: Crown Royal

  • Bourbon: Makers Maker

Mixers: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger ale, Tonic, Club soda, Cranberry juice, Grapefruit juice and Sour mix.  Lime Garnish

Full Bar Package includes wine, rocks and champagne glasses

3 Hour Open Premium Bar: $46 Per Person

4 Hour Open Premium Bar: $50 Per Person

5 Hour Open Premium Bar: $55 Per Person 

Bartender Fee:

$500 Bartender fee includes: 2 bartenders. Bar setup, service time, clean up. Bar equipment, coolers, ice, shakers, straws and beverage napkins.

Additional Fees:

  • Champagne Toast during dinner service additional $4 a person

  • Additional Bar setup fee starting at $300

  • Specialty Cocktails priced per drink

  • Guest under 21: $7 per person

A room with tables and chairs set up for a wedding reception.

Exclusive Catering List

To ensure all weddings and events are up to our standards and provide the best guest experience, all clients must choose a caterer off our exclusive catering list. Our list of caterers provides a variety of dinner styles, can cater to your budget: