The Elia

Name: The Elia
Address: 254 N Front Street, Suite 100, Wilmington, NC, 28401, US
Telephone: +19102006862
Price range: $$$

The Elia Wilmington, North Carolina's Newest Wedding & Event Venue, Located in The Heart of Downtown .

02/06/2025

The transformation from ceremony to reception, gets us every time.

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01/30/2025

Wanting to keep the tradition of seeing each other for the first time at the ceremony? Consider doing a “first touch” instead. A first touch allows you to spend some time together, calm any nerves, and is the perfect time to exchange personal vows or your wedding day gifts — and the photos are just as sweet.

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01/29/2025

From the moment we saw the stunning art deco architecture, we knew this building was special.

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01/21/2025

Prepping for this weekend’s Open House has us reminiscing on our past designs — each one unique and allowed us to showcase all you can do with our “blank canvas” of a venue.

But we want to know, which design is your favorite? Year one with the bold color scheme for the front and back spaces or year two with the classic pastels?

01/16/2025

Did you know you have multiple options for your ceremony backdrop? While our classic layout is the most popular choice, if you’re looking for something a bit more unique, consider moving your celebration to be set in front of our stunning exposed brick wall.

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01/15/2025

“The Elia is the coolest and most unique venue that we visited at the beginning of our planning journey. As soon as we walked in and met the owner, Brittanie, we knew this was the venue for us. Right in the heart of downtown, The Elia has a gorgeous mix of urban, industrial, and elegant features that are so flexible to fit your vision. Our photos are STUNNING. Another huge benefit is that The Elia is an inclusive venue, so we didn’t need to worry about renting tables or chairs or tablecloths. Our guests especially loved the complimentary glass of champagne before the ceremony.

We highly recommend The Elia for your wedding!!t”
- Kimberlee & Joe

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01/14/2025

There’s nothing like the moment our curtains open, revealing the bride before she takes her first steps down the aisle.

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01/09/2025

It takes a village to bring your wedding day to life, especially for our brides. That’s why we’ve thoughtfully designed a bridal suite that has it all — from a relaxing lounge and spacious changing room to the perfect selfie mirror. We’ve thought of everything, so you don’t have to.

Want to check out our getting-ready suites in person? Join us for our Open House on January 26th! You’ll have the chance to explore all the amenities included in our All-Inclusive Wedding Package. Grab your tickets through the link in our bio!

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01/06/2025

Are you newly engaged, but unsure where to start on your wedding planning journey?

Join us for an evening of inspiration and connection as we will be showcasing the Elia’s All-inclusive Wedding Package, including 2025 wedding trends, delicious cocktails and tastings from our all-inclusive menu, and give you the opportunity to mingle with some of Wilmington’s premier wedding vendors.

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01/03/2025

Ceremony details from Briare & Darius’s dreamy wedding day.

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12/31/2024

2024 brought some incredible celebrations for us at The Elia, and as we step into the new year, we can only imagine what the new year will bring. Thank you to every vendor, couple, and guest who helped make our second year unforgettable. Here's to more celebrating in 2025!

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12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from The Elia team! We hope you have a lovely holiday full of love, joy & laughter. 🎄

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12/24/2024

While we love hosting weddings, there is something about the night before celebrations that are so special — the anticipation of what’s to come, the sacred words shared, and the more intimate setting truly creates the energy that helps sets the tone for the rest of the wedding.

Whether you’re getting married at The Elia or not, if you’re looking for a place to have your rehearsal dinner, we would absolutely love to host you!

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12/23/2024

Did you know that your centerpieces are included in our “All Inclusive Wedding Package?” We have three stunning centerpieces that you can choose from, or elevate your design even more by mixing and matching your tables.

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12/20/2024

First dance bliss

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12/18/2024

One of the most important parts about offering our “All Inclusive Wedding Package” was the bar. This is where it’s easy to overspend on your wedding budget, so we wanted to make sure that our base package + our add ons is the perfect curation to fit every couple’s needs. To learn more about our bar package inclusions, inquire with our team today!

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12/17/2024

It's officially engagement season and We know that wedding planning can be overwhelming! 💍 Our all inclusive wedding package was specifically curated for couples just like you.

We have partnered with Wilmington's top vendor teams to create a streamline and stress free wedding planning experience for our couples and families.

Collaborating with , we include wedding management + day of coordination with in our all- inclusive package. This allows couples to "hand off" planning 2 months prior to the wedding day. The BRE team creates, floorplans, timelines, communicates with vendors and handles all day of coordination, so you two and your families can focus on having one ICONIC celebration.

Want to hear what else is I'll included in our all-inclusive wedding package; check out the link in our bio to inquire and setup a venue tour!

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12/06/2024

Our All-Inclusive Wedding Package takes care of your decor, but for an extra touch of elegance, consider adding florals to your sweetheart table. The intimate setting is not only cost-effective, but it’s also the most photographed table of the day—making it a worthwhile investment. To learn more about our new wedding package and add-ons, click the link in our bio to connect with our team today!

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Address

254 N Front Street, Suite 100
Wilmington, NC
28401

Telephone

+19102006862

Website

http://theeliawilmington.com/

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It’s always a good week when our inbox is filled with new wedding albums — here’s a little look inside Marisa & Zachary’s day. Design & Planning: @ingoodspiritsevents Photography: @_samwynnphoto Videography: @b.castillo Catering: @italianbistronc Bar: @ingoodspiritsevents Entertainment: @absolutebestdj Beauty: @kaylawm_hair + @breannapridgenbeauty Baker: @walmart #TheElia #TheEliaWilmington #WeddingVenue #WilmingtonWeddingVenue #WilmingtonEventVenue #NCWeddingVenue #NCVenue #DowntownWeddingVenue #DowntownVenue #EventVenue #WilmingtonVenue

Did you even get married at The Elia if you didn’t get your photos taken on our bar?! Planning & Design: @brittanieraquelevents Photography: @maggieb.photo Hair: @bridalwithrachel Videography: @joyfulstatecreative #TheElia #TheEliaWilmington #WeddingVenue #WilmingtonWeddingVenue #WilmingtonEventVenue #NCWeddingVenue #NCVenue #DowntownWeddingVenue #DowntownVenue #EventVenue #WilmingtonVenue

The Elia is here to host all of your life’s moments from weddings to birthdays and even a little Friendsgiving here and there. We would love to help curate our space to your celebration. Venue: @theeliawilmington Photography: @dakotaherseyphotography Videography: @drewcolemanfilms Planning & Design: @brittanieraquelevents Florals: @serendipityfloraldesign Rentals: @greatdaysoiree Music: @activedj Catering: @saltandcharm Dessert: @nyescream___ Invite Design: @bsocialstudio #TheElia #TheEliaWilmington #WeddingVenue #WilmingtonWeddingVenue #WilmingtonEventVenue #NCWeddingVenue #NCVenue #DowntownWeddingVenue #DowntownVenue #EventVenue #WilmingtonVenue

Since opening The Elia 2 years ago... • We’ve hosted over 100 events and celebrated with thousands of families and their guests • We’ve encountered 1 flood + learned the craziest things will happen when owning a business • We’ve grown our team from 1 to 8 amazing woman who help in different capacities • We’ve thrown 2 EPIC vendor parties • We’ve partnered and collaborated with Wilmington and the surrounding area’s best vendors • We’ve had the privilege of showing not just what hospitality is but having the true heart to serve our clients, their guests and our vendor teams. Thank you so everyone who has allowed The Elia to be a part of your celebration. Cheers to two years, and many more to go 🥂 #TheElia #TheEliaWilmington #WeddingVenue #WilmingtonWeddingVenue #WilmingtonEventVenue #NCWeddingVenue #NCVenue #DowntownWeddingVenue #DowntownVenue #EventVenue #WilmingtonVenue

Ending your wedding day with a private dance gives you and your new spouse a moment to soak up the last few minutes of the best day of your new life together. Design & Planning: @brittanieraquelevents Photography: @sammycaldphoto Florals: @motherofwildnc Catering and Bar: @saltandcharm Rentals: @partysuppliersandrentals @marthamydearrentals Entertainment: @activedj Dessert: @nyescream Beauty: @beautycrewmobile Transportation: Coastal Event Shuttles Audio Guest Book: @antiqueaudio_ #TheElia #TheEliaWilmington #WeddingVenue #WilmingtonWeddingVenue #WilmingtonEventVenue #NCWeddingVenue #NCVenue #DowntownWeddingVenue #DowntownVenue #EventVenue #WilmingtonVenue

From classic and traditional to modern and trendy (+ every style in between) - our space is a blank slate and the perfect fit for every couple. Photographer: Dakota Hersey Photography Videographer: 24K Cinema Florist: Serendipity Floral Designs Cake: Best Days Bakery Specialty Rentals: White Birch Rentals + DP etc. Rentals: Party Suppliers & Rentals Beauty: Reign Beauty Wedding Dress: Camille's of Wilmington Planning: brittanieraquelevents