What Does an Event at ERIA Cost? Sausalito and San Francisco Pricing

An event budget becomes much easier to understand when every number describes the same thing. A venue rental covers the space and the inclusions agreed for your booking. It does not, by itself, describe the cost of dinner, drinks, production and the people who bring the evening together. At ERIA, we start with your date, guest count and priorities, then prepare a proposal that shows those choices separately.

Venue rental in Sausalito and San Francisco

ERIA Sausalito's upstairs space generally has a rental reference around $6,000, reaching approximately $10,000 for premium or weekend dates. The ground floor is a separate space with its own scope and quote. An upstairs reference should never be treated as the price for the entire building.

At ERIA Marina, corporate half-day rental is approximately $3,000 and a full day approximately $5,000. Event rentals commonly fall around $4,000 to $6,000, depending on the date and scope. Premium whole-space arrangements need a separate proposal. These are planning references, not a guaranteed tariff or confirmation that a date is available.

Ask us to compare a weekday with your preferred weekend date if timing is flexible. The most useful comparison keeps guest count, access hours and inclusions the same. Visit our pricing page for the estimator and current planning references.

A 50-guest Sausalito wedding example

For a 50-guest wedding with food and drinks through ERIA, an indicative total is approximately $12,000 to $18,000 or more. Menu, bar, staffing, venue rental and the production you choose all affect the result. This is an example to begin a conversation, not an all-inclusive package with an unlimited list of extras.

Tell us whether you need a ceremony, a seated meal, a dance floor and a weather backup. Those details affect the layout and the work required. Ask for an itemized total that expressly includes the applicable service charges, taxes and selected vendors before making a commitment.

What belongs in the complete budget

• Venue rental and the exact hours of access, including setup and strike.
• Catering, service staff and kitchen use where required.
• Bar package or hosted consumption, with the agreed staffing and service hours.
• Furniture, linens, presentation equipment and any specialty rentals.
• Planning, production, entertainment, security, valet and transportation when selected.
• Service charges, any applicable administration or card fees, and applicable taxes.

Our typical planning reference is a 20% service charge, with some proposals using 22% service or an 8% administration fee. A 9.25% tax reference is used for planning; the applicable treatment depends on the item and location. Ask which charges apply to which lines. Do not assume every percentage is automatically added to every item.

Deposits and the payment timeline

The standard master policy calls for a signed agreement and a 50% non-refundable deposit, with the balance due 60 days before the event. For a booking inside that window, confirm the amount due at signing with the team. Cancellation, rescheduling and any reinstatement terms belong in your agreement, so review those before paying.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a food and beverage minimum?

There is generally no venue food and beverage minimum, subject to the terms of your particular event, package and vendors. Your written proposal should identify any minimum that does apply.

Can we bring an outside caterer to control the budget?

Yes, with approval and a certificate of insurance. Kitchen access is $200 when required. Read our outside catering guide before comparing catering quotes.

Do nonprofit events receive a discount?

Nonprofit pricing requires individual approval. Share your organization, date, format and spending range so we can review the request. A previously offered discount is not an automatic rate for another event.

What should we send for an accurate quote?

Send your preferred venue, date or date range, guest count, guest-facing hours, setup needs and overall budget. Include catering and bar preferences, even if they are still flexible. Request a tailored proposal and we can work through the choices with you.

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