Cabaret Voltaire
Cabaret Voltaire is a local arts and music institution in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town!
About Cabaret Voltaire
| 36 - 38 Blair Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QR | |
| 01312474704 | |
| Cabaret Voltaire Website | |
| Facebook information can be found here | |
| Follow thecabaretvoltaire on Instagram | |
Downstairs we have a multi-functional arts space, where we host touring artists for live music and comedy, transforming into a nightclub specialising in electronic, drum and base, and techno music.
Upstairs we have an easy-going bar with chilled out DJ sets, drinks receptions and acoustic performances.
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Upcoming Events at Cabaret Voltaire
Rosie H Sullivan
Edinburgh based singer-songwriter Rosie H Sullivan is one of Scotland's most promising musical talents and you can catch her at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 6th February!
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Man/Woman/Chainsaw
Man/Woman/Chainsaw are a precociously talented band from London, don't miss them live at Cabaret Voltaire on Thursday 19th February!
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Chris Stapleton UK Tribute
Experience the soulful voice and electrifying energy of Chris Stapleton, performed live by the UK's premier tribute act, Chris Stapleton UK at Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 21st February!
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Folk Bitch Trio
Folk Bitch Trio announced a return in March 2026, bringing their “otherworldly” (Line of Best Fit) live show to 11 cities across UK/Europe, including a date at Cabaret Voltaire on the 9th.
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The Guest List
Manchester-based indie-rock band The Guest List bring their Spring tour to Cabaret Voltaire on Saturday 11th April.
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The Clause
The Clause, a four-piece from Birmingham, bring together the swagger of the 60s, the rolling groove of the 80s and the riotous verve and attitude of the 90s to Cabaret Voltaire in April.
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Fright Years
Edinburgh's Fright Years are a four-piece creating emotionally charged, guitar-driven indie with real ambition. Don't miss them live at Cabaret Voltaire on 26th April!
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Indian Plugin - Summer Electro Fest
Indian electronic music is not just an evolution, but a revolution. 12 Hours of exploring New Era Indian Music. SOUNDS of INDIA where the logic stand.
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Finn Forster
Alternative & indie-pop artist from Middlesborough, Finn Forster, will bring his upcoming UK tour to Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 15th May!
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Wrong Jovi and Dream On
Wrong Jovi are the UK's finest tribute to rock legends Bon Jovi, don't miss them live at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 11th September, with special guest Dream On!
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