Venue · May 20, 2026 · Nikita Khandheria
When people want a venue, they have options.
When they want the kind of event people remember for years, they come to ERIA.
Known for producing some of the most iconic luxury events in San Francisco and Sausalito, ERIA has quickly become one of the Bay Area’s fastest growing hospitality and event companies, combining waterfront venues, full service event planning, cinematic production, elevated dining experiences, white glove concierge support, and obsessive attention to detail under one roof.
Whether you’re planning a wedding in Sausalito, a San Francisco corporate event, a luxury birthday dinner, a private celebration, a baby shower, brand launch, executive retreat, or an immersive social experience, here’s everything you need to know before booking ERIA.
What Is ERIA?
ERIA is a luxury event venue and hospitality company with signature venues in Sausalito and San Francisco’s Marina District.
We specialize in:
- Luxury weddings
- Corporate offsites
- Brand activations
- Private events
- Waterfront dinners
- Executive retreats
- Social celebrations
- Receptions
- Baby showers
- Birthday dinners
- White glove hospitality experiences
- Full service event planning
ERIA is known for creating immersive, high impact events that combine luxury hospitality, cinematic production, elevated design, and seamless execution.
When clients want the best event venue in San Francisco or Sausalito, they come to ERIA.
👉 Read Client Reviews:
https://qr.codes/m8TZfu
👉 Visit ERIA:
https://www.eriaevents.co/
What Does ERIA Stand For?
ERIA comes from the last four letters of founder Khandheria’s surname.
The name is intentionally personal.
Every event carries her standards, her eye for design, and her signature approach to hospitality and guest experience.
That level of involvement is rare in the event industry.
That’s also exactly the point.
Where Are ERIA’s Event Venues Located?
ERIA currently operates two luxury event venues in the Bay Area.
ERIA Sausalito
Located directly on the Sausalito waterfront with panoramic views, indoor outdoor event flow, and a stunning open air deck.
Perfect for:
- Weddings
- Rehearsal dinners
- Corporate retreats
- Luxury private events
- Waterfront celebrations
- Full day offsites
ERIA Marina
Located in San Francisco’s Marina District near the Palace of Fine Arts.
Perfect for:
- Baby showers
- Birthday dinners
- Social events
- Younger receptions
- Cocktail parties
- Brand events
- Intimate corporate gatherings
Both venues are fully private event buyouts.
What Is The Difference Between ERIA Sausalito and ERIA Marina?
Both venues deliver the ERIA experience, but each has its own personality.
ERIA Sausalito
Sophisticated, scenic, elevated, and ideal for milestone moments.
Best for:
- Weddings in Sausalito
- Corporate offsites
- Luxury dinners
- Waterfront celebrations
- High touch social events
Features:
- 5,100 sq ft
- Indoor and outdoor event space
- 1,000 sq ft waterfront deck
- Open air outdoor experience
- Full commercial kitchen
- Full bar service
- Included glassware
- Private venue buyout
Weekend dates frequently book a year in advance.
ERIA Marina
Energetic, vibrant, social, and designed for lively experiences.
Best for:
- Baby showers
- Birthday celebrations
- Intimate receptions
- Brand activations
- Cocktail style events
- Younger social gatherings
Features:
- 6,300 sq ft
- Indoor and outdoor event space
- Covered outdoor awning
- Full commercial kitchen
- Full bar service
- Included glassware
- Private venue buyout
The Marina location is already booking several months in advance shortly after launch.
What Types Of Events Does ERIA Host?
ERIA hosts everything from intimate dinners to large scale immersive productions.
We’ve hosted:
- Weddings
- Receptions
- Rehearsal dinners
- Corporate offsites
- Investor dinners
- Holiday parties
- Brand launches
- Product activations
- Executive retreats
- Baby showers
- Birthday parties
- Memorials
- Baptisms
- Engagement parties
- Luxury private dining experiences
- Networking events
- Community events
- Speaking series
If it matters to you, it matters to us.
And if you want to push beyond the expected, even better.
Why Is ERIA Different From Traditional Event Venues?
Most venues rent you a room.
ERIA builds experiences.
We’re known for:
- Cinematic production
- Luxury hospitality
- Fire performers
- Immersive entertainment
- Elevated event design
- White glove guest experiences
- Concierge support
- Custom installations
- Precision execution
- Obsessive operational detail
We don’t believe unforgettable events happen accidentally.
Everything is intentional.
👉 Explore Past Events & Productions:
https://www.eriaevents.co/portfolio
What Does “Turnkey Event Venue” Mean?
It means the infrastructure is already handled.
Both ERIA venues include:
- Tables
- Chairs
- Glassware
- Commercial kitchens
- Bar operations
- Bartenders
- Banquet management
- Event infrastructure
You bring the personalization:
- Florals
- Photography
- Entertainment
- Decor
- Custom details
- Catering direction
We built the foundation so you can focus on creating an event people actually remember.
What Is Included In The Venue Fee?
Venue rentals include:
- Full private venue access
- Indoor and outdoor event space
- Tables and chairs
- Glassware
- Full commercial kitchen access
- In house bar operations
- Bartenders
- Banquet staff
- Basic event infrastructure
Additional services such as catering, entertainment, design, rentals, and production are customizable based on your event goals.
👉 View Pricing & Event Deck:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGzYk7uOp8/Zh6fVwXxGYiPfWJn5U3E9w/view?utm_content=DAGzYk7uOp8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hfbc0feac58
How Does Pricing Work?
ERIA uses a flexible pricing structure.
You begin with a venue fee, then customize the experience around your priorities.
Possible add ons include:
- Catering
- Event planning
- Entertainment
- Decor
- Rentals
- Production
- Concierge services
- Guest experiences
Some events stay beautifully understated.
Others become full scale productions.
We’re built for both.
Do You Offer Full Service Event Planning?
Yes.
ERIA offers flexible event planning services ranging from light coordination to full scale luxury event production.
We assist with:
- Event planning
- Design direction
- Vendor sourcing
- Production management
- Guest logistics
- Entertainment coordination
- Travel support
- Rentals
- Timeline management
- White glove hospitality
Some clients come with a detailed vision.
Others come with a date and a dream.
We know how to build both.
Who Plans The Event With Us?
Unlike traditional venues, you won’t be handed off through disconnected departments.
At ERIA, planning is handled directly with:
- Ownership
- Lead planners
- Banquet management teams
The people building your event are deeply involved from beginning to end.
That difference shows.
👉 Book A Planning Consultation:
https://koalendar.com/e/nikita-eria?month=2026-05&duration=30
Do You Provide Catering?
We offer flexible culinary options depending on the event style.
Clients can:
- Bring their own caterer
- Work with preferred catering partners
- Build custom dining experiences with our team
Both ERIA venues feature fully equipped commercial kitchens, making execution significantly easier for vendors and caterers.
Do You Provide Alcohol and Bartenders?
Yes.
All alcohol service is handled in house.
Both venues include:
- Licensed bartenders
- Full bar operations
- Glassware
- Consumption bar options
- Custom cocktail capabilities
Whether you want understated elegance or a full celebration atmosphere, we tailor the experience accordingly.
Can We Bring Our Own Vendors?
Yes.
Clients are welcome to bring:
- Caterers
- DJs
- Photographers
- Florists
- Designers
- Bands
- Entertainment teams
- Production vendors
We can also recommend trusted partners we regularly work with.
If you’re a vendor or bringing in outside vendors, operational guidelines and venue policies will be provided during planning.
Do You Rent Partial Venue Spaces?
No.
ERIA only offers full venue buyouts.
Your event remains fully private, immersive, and uninterrupted.
We believe luxury experiences work best when the space belongs entirely to you and your guests.
How Far In Advance Should We Book?
As early as possible.
ERIA Sausalito
Weekend wedding and event dates frequently book up to a year in advance.
ERIA Marina
The Marina venue is already seeing bookings several months in advance shortly after launch.
If you already have a preferred date, we strongly recommend reaching out early.
👉 Submit An Event Inquiry:
https://app.perfectvenue.com/venues/eria/hello
Is Parking Available?
ERIA Marina Parking
Parking near ERIA Marina is public street parking throughout the Marina District.
There are also several convenient parking options near the Palace of Fine Arts within walking distance.
ERIA Sausalito Parking
Valet parking is available on property through a third party valet company.
Current valet pricing:
- $7/hour for standard vehicles
- $10/hour for SUVs
We’re happy to coordinate directly with the valet company when needed.
👉 View The Sausalito Arrival Guide:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fZQY9qSmN7Hf6DvuxczyhLE9IaAvJh3HsMrdKw8pqjk/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.kihn7dloi9zt
Can We Tour The Venue Before Booking?
Absolutely.
We highly recommend scheduling a site visit to experience the venue in person, walk through layouts, discuss logistics, and begin visualizing your event properly.
👉 Schedule A Site Visit:
https://koalendar.com/e/meet-with-andres-barrera?month=2026-05&duration=30
Can ERIA Handle Large Scale Productions or Bold Event Concepts?
Absolutely.
Pushing boundaries is part of who we are.
From cinematic entertainment and immersive production to highly customized guest experiences, ERIA is known for executing events most venues simply cannot accommodate.
We’re not interested in creating events that feel interchangeable.
Neither are our clients.
Do You Host Corporate Events and Offsites?
Yes.
ERIA regularly hosts:
- Corporate retreats
- Executive dinners
- Investor gatherings
- Brand launches
- Networking events
- Product activations
- Team offsites
- Leadership summits
- Creative workshops
Both venues are designed to support elevated hospitality while remaining highly functional for presentations, discussions, dining, and immersive programming.
Do You Host Weddings?
Yes.
ERIA Sausalito has quickly become one of the most sought after waterfront wedding venues in the Bay Area.
We host:
- Wedding ceremonies
- Receptions
- Rehearsal dinners
- Welcome parties
- Wedding weekend experiences
Our spaces are designed to feel elevated without feeling overproduced, allowing every wedding to feel personal, cinematic, and deeply intentional.
What Makes An ERIA Event Feel Different?
It’s the combination of:
- Exceptional hospitality
- Elevated design
- Precision execution
- High touch service
- Cinematic atmosphere
- Attention to detail
- Creative ambition
- Emotional impact
People remember how an event made them feel.
That’s what we build for.
👉 Read Client Reviews:
https://qr.codes/m8TZfu
Do You Offer Guest Accommodations?
Yes.
For clients hosting events with ERIA, we offer access to a nearby house rental at a preferred rate to simplify accommodations for:
- Wedding parties
- VIP guests
- Family members
- Corporate teams
- Extended stays
Has ERIA Been Featured In The Press?
Yes.
ERIA has been featured across multiple media outlets for redefining luxury hospitality, immersive events, and elevated experiences in the Bay Area.
👉 Read Press Features:
https://www.eriaevents.co/press
Does ERIA Host Public Events?
Yes.
In addition to private events, ERIA regularly hosts curated public experiences, speaking series, networking events, wellness gatherings, creative dinners, and community programming throughout the year.
👉 View Upcoming Public Events & Tickets:
https://www.eriaevents.co/tickets
What Is ERIA Community?
ERIA Community is our public facing initiative dedicated to bringing people together through culture, creativity, wellness, hospitality, conversation, and connection.
Through ERIA Community, we periodically donate our spaces for public programming, community led events, and creative gatherings hosted by local leaders and organizations.
Some events are free.
Others are ticketed directly through the host.
👉 Explore ERIA Community Events:
https://www.eriaevents.co/tickets
👉 Follow ERIA Community:
https://www.instagram.com/eriacommunity/?hl=en
Do You Host Speaking Series and Thought Leadership Events?
Yes.
ERIA regularly hosts:
- Founder conversations
- Wellness events
- Networking experiences
- Creative gatherings
- Thought leadership programming
- Speaking series
- Community conversations
👉 Explore Our Podcast & Speaking Series:
https://www.eriaevents.co/podcast
Does ERIA Have A Blog?
We do.
Our blog covers:
- Event inspiration
- Wedding planning
- Luxury hospitality
- Corporate retreat ideas
- Venue updates
- Design inspiration
- Bay Area event trends
- Behind the scenes productions
👉 Read The ERIA Blog:
https://www.eriaevents.co/blogs
Where Can I Find Venue Photos and Floor Plans?
👉 Explore Venue Photos & Event Portfolio:
https://www.eriaevents.co/portfolio
👉 Explore Space Images:
https://www.eriaevents.co/portfolio/space
👉 View The ERIA Sausalito Floor Plan:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HEUXgzFFDRtLVqm8dH6YyY6pIMxRAxVJ/view?usp=sharing
Where Can I Follow ERIA?
ERIA Sausalito
https://www.instagram.com/eriasausalito/?hl=en
ERIA Marina
https://www.instagram.com/eriamarinaa/?hl=en
ERIA Community
https://www.instagram.com/eriacommunity/?hl=en
Founder Nikita Lyssa
https://www.instagram.com/nikitalyssa/?hl=en
How Do We Book ERIA?
Start by reaching out through our inquiry form with:
- Preferred date
- Estimated guest count
- Event type
- Preferred venue
- Initial vision
From there, our team will guide you through:
- Availability
- Venue selection
- Pricing
- Planning
- Production
- Guest experience
- Next steps
👉 Submit An Event Inquiry:
https://app.perfectvenue.com/venues/eria/hello
👉 Contact ERIA Directly:
https://www.eriaevents.co/contact
And yes, prime dates disappear quickly.
