Elixir Music House
ProHighlights
- Downstairs live music room holding 100 standing, with a stage and full PA
- Staffed functions downstairs from a $1,500 minimum spend
- Upstairs room for 80 with a private balcony over the city
About Elixir Music House
Elixir Music House is an independent live music venue on Abbott Street in Cairns City. It began as a jazz bar in 2011 and now hosts original bands, poetry, comedy, cabaret, film nights and markets. The building has two levels that can be hired separately or together. Downstairs is the Elixir room itself, a fully licensed bar holding 100 standing, with a stage, a full PA and an outdoor dining area. Upstairs is the Cairns Melting Pot, a bright open-plan room for up to 80 standing. It has a private balcony looking over the city, furniture that can be rearranged, and access from 5am to 1am. Downstairs functions are fully staffed and suit birthdays, celebrations, corporate gatherings and private parties, with hospitality tailored to the booking. A stage and PA are already in place for a band, a DJ or speeches. The upstairs room is offered as a BYO function space, with catering available, and the venue's commercial kitchen can also be hired. Dry hire of either level is available for rehearsals, workshops and talks. The venue runs its own public gigs on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. Private bookings are arranged with the owners, who can talk through using one level or both.
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Dry hire of either level for rehearsals, workshops and talks is charged by the hour, and the rate can be negotiated.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests can Elixir Music House hold?
The downstairs Elixir room holds 100 standing. The upstairs Melting Pot holds 80 standing, and the two levels can be booked together.
What does a function cost?
Staffed functions in the downstairs bar have a $1,500 minimum spend. Upstairs functions in the Melting Pot start from $1,100 for eight hours.
Can we bring a band or DJ?
Yes. The downstairs room has a stage and a full PA system, built for live acts, and it hosts original music most weeks.
Can we bring our own drinks?
The upstairs Melting Pot is offered as a BYO function space, with catering available. The downstairs Elixir room is a fully licensed, staffed bar.
Is there an outdoor area?
Downstairs has an outdoor dining area, and the upstairs Melting Pot has its own private balcony overlooking the city.
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EL Atiye'
6 months ago
Save our Iconic Elixir Music House We have some awesome events there and my girlfriend has 2 events running monthly. Don't miss the monthly OMG Improv nights ... Loads of fun. And the Spill The Tea event is also anoth…
Alessandra Prado Rezende
2 years ago
Always an amazing experience. Diversity, good music, vibes. It's an inclusive place, cozy and I always feel a belonging feeling. There is a beautiful community presence and conection there. I have made friends there afte…
Keating Vuong
8 years ago
Cosy venue, good for a drink. Varied musicians play here, mainly jazz, but always good. You will be close to the music at this place. Tapas is tasty: all dishes on the menu are good.
Bebe L
3 weeks ago
It's a really cool spot with great potential, but we were disappointed by the music when we visited. That's not the venue's fault though, but the AI posters out the front are... Hence the 3 stars. Good enough, but disapp…
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