Reviews of The Elia Wedding Venue
Clients love the Elia! On this page, you’ll find reviews of our Wilmington wedding venue and all-inclusive packages.
“The Elia was truly the wedding venue of our dreams.
From the moment we arrived, the Elia team made us feel so welcomed and taken care of. Every single person we worked with was kind, professional, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect.
The vibe and location are absolutely stunning—elegant yet warm— and created the most beautiful setting for our wedding. Everything came together exactly how I envisioned it, with a wedding you’d expect at least one thing to not go as planned. That did not happen on our day and I am so forever grateful to the Elia team and Brittanie Raquel Events (their sister company). We were able to fully enjoy the day knowing we were in such perfect hands. The Elia is truly unmatched. We couldn’t recommend it more!”
– Lauren L.
“I (the bride) did not have to do anything besides get ready the morning of.
Cannot say enough how attentive and professional the staff at the Elia is! The day went even better than I could have expected. I (the bride) did not have to do anything besides get ready the morning of, I felt no stress. Even throughout the planning my process, the team handled almost everything. Doing the package was the best way to stay on budget.
Highly recommend the team/venue if you are looking for a wedding venue in downtown Wilmington!”
– Brittany C.
“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!!”
– Kimberlee W.
“We had such an amazing experience with The Elia for our wedding!
One of the biggest reasons we chose this venue was the all-inclusive package, and it ended up being one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire planning process. Having so much already coordinated for us made wedding planning feel significantly less stressful, while still ending up with such a beautiful and personalized day.
The entire team was so helpful, organized, and easy to work with from start to finish. Everything came together seamlessly, and we truly felt taken care of every step of the way. The venue itself was absolutely beautiful, and our wedding day turned out even better than we imagined. We’re so grateful for all of the hard work that went into making our day so special!”
– Lauren D.
“We went with the all inclusive package The Elia offered and it was by far the best decision we made throughout the planning process.
With the package including most major vendors, the only work I had to do was book a photographer and hair and makeup vendor (which they included suggestions for those as well).
The beautiful bar, and all the additions they made to the space over my year of planning really helps elevate the space and make the design details extremely easy. All of the vendors within the package are amazing too! The location cannot be beat with nice hotels right around the corner, and night life down the road for an after party. I received so many compliments on the venue from friends and family after the wedding. I could not thank The Elia team enough for making our wedding so special!”
– Kimberly W.
“The MOST stunning venue I have ever seen!
We received so many compliments from our guests and couldn’t have imagined having our wedding anywhere else. We aren’t local to Wilmington, so we truly got lucky with The Elia. The bridal suite and groom suite are so cute and perfect for getting ready! The venue is clean, beautiful, and timeless. We are so grateful!”
– Rachel F.
“We had our wedding at The Elia and couldn’t be happier with our choice!
The venue was absolutely BEAUTIFUL, and the staff went above and beyond. As a bride, I didn’t have to worry about a thing all night. They even memorized my drink of choice and had one waiting for me every time I went to the bar! 🤣
The all-inclusive decor was a game changer—it saved us so much money, time, and effort by eliminating the need to buy decor we’d never use again. If you're looking for a gorgeous venue, amazing staff, and a stress-free planning process, definitely book The Elia!”
– Caroline C.
“We planned the wedding from out of state and the team made everything so easy and perfect!
They were always available for any questions we had and very helpful with vendor recommendations etc. The Elia is so versatile and all the inclusions make wedding planning so simple. Definitely one of the best venues in Wilmington!”
– Shyonia W.
"Absolutely LOVE The Elia! We are so excited for our wedding next year.
I toured a few times with Catherine and she has been exceptional, answered all my questions in a timely manner and was super personable. I love the atmosphere and am just so thrilled we found this venue right in the heart of downtown! Wedding planning has very minimal stress knowing I have their lovely team in my back pocket."
- Bella (October 2027 Bride)
"I booked my wedding with The Elia for May 2027 and I could not be any happier with my decision!
Catherine gave my fiance and I a tour and she was so sweet, knowledgeable and accommodating. Catherine and the rest of the team at The Elia have made wedding planning an easy going and enjoyable season for my fiance and I. Because we booked with The Elia, our engagement has felt like a year long honeymoon phase which is everything I could have asked for after seeing so many couple lose themselves in the stress of the planning. I couldn't be more excited for our wedding day and I feel confident that The Elia will continue to provide top tier service!"
- Kellie (May 2027 Bride)
"The Elia has an exceptional package deal as an all inclusive wedding venue in the Wilmington area.
Catherine explained everything in detail. We asked questions about special things we wanted, and everything was within reach. I can’t say enough kind words about Catherine and this venue. I feel they have definitely found a niche in the industry and Wilmington area. There’s no way we would have this price by building out this package by securing a venue and hiring our vendors. Thank you!"
- Emily (Mother of the Bride)