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The Cabaret Voltaire

Nightclub

36-38 Blair Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR
Old Town, Edinburgh
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Spaces for hire at The Cabaret Voltaire

Cabaret Cafe
Cafe
·
Private space
62 seats
100 standing
Upstairs at Cabaret Voltaire, the Cabaret Cafe is our laid-back social hub! It is all about charm and character! It’s perfect for drinks and pre-club catch-ups! Think cosy leather sofas, quirky murals, exposed stone, and booths! For a cocktail, grabbing a table for games, or mingling at the bar, this is the easy-going counterpart to our nightclub...

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Entire Club
Nightclub
·
Private space
280 seats
450 standing
Beneath Edinburgh’s streets, the Cab Vol club is a playground for big nights and bigger sound! Spread across multiple vaulted rooms, it’s fitted with a powerhouse D&B sound system, slick lighting, and booth seating. For a DJ set, a live gig, or a late-night dance marathon, the atmosphere here is intense and electric! It has space for 450 people st...

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £1000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
Nightclub + Cafe
Nightclub
·
Whole venue
380 seats
610 standing
Cabaret Voltaire takes over two entire floors of vaults and stonework! Enjoy a high-energy nightclub with a laid-back upstairs café bar. Together, they can host up to 610 people. It is great for large events, such as live gigs, acoustic sessions, and cocktail socials. Downstairs, the club’s labyrinth of vaulted rooms pumps with sound and lighting ...

Alcohol licence until 3:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from £2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Cabaret Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Club
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Nightclub + Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £2000 min. spend
Wednesday
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Cabaret Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Club
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Nightclub + Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £2000 min. spend
Thursday
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Cabaret Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Club
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Nightclub + Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £2000 min. spend
Friday
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Cabaret Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Club
17:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Nightclub + Cafe
17:00 – 3:00
from £2000 min. spend
Saturday
13:00 – 3:00
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Cabaret Cafe
13:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Club
13:00 – 3:00
from £1000 min. spend
Nightclub + Cafe
13:00 – 3:00
from £2000 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 1:00
from £1000–£2000 min. spend
Cabaret Cafe
12:00 – 1:00
from £1000 min. spend
Entire Club
12:00 – 1:00
from £1000 min. spend
Nightclub + Cafe
12:00 – 1:00
from £2000 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 610
standing
Up to 380
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol

About The Cabaret Voltaire

This is Cabaret Voltaire, a local arts and music institution in Edinburgh’s Old Town! We specialise in music: live music, dance music, but most importantly, LOUD music! From legendary club nights to countless gigs and special events, we’ve transformed the historic North Bridge vaults into one of Scotland’s most iconic venues.

The club level delivers a high-energy experience with multiple vaulted rooms, D&B sound system, and tailored lighting. It is ideal for live gigs, DJ nights, and private parties. Upstairs, Cabaret Café offers a more laid-back setting with cosy lounges and regular acoustic performances.

We have 9 hire options for different event sizes. Enjoy club nights, live music, corporate events, and private hires with us! Everything is supported by in-house bars, booth service, and fast-track entry options.

FAQ

At The Cabaret Voltaire, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Cabaret Voltaire is located at 36-38 Blair Street, in the Old Town, Edinburgh district of Edinburgh.

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