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— Welcome to Ivy Bar & Cabaret —

 

Wellington’s Home for Queer Nights Out.


More than just a bar, Ivy is a space to belong.
We’re proud to be a safe, inclusive haven for Wellington’s rainbow community and the allies who love us.


Whether you’re here for the drag, the DJs, the karaoke, the quizzes, or just a quiet drink surrounded by chosen family — there’s always a place for you at Ivy.
Come as you are. Stay as long as you like.

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You’re home now.

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There’s always something magical happening at Ivy.
Take a peek at what’s coming up and join the fun.

The Weekly & Monthly Shenanigans You Can’t Miss

Campground Event
King vs Queen Drag Show
Drag Quiz @ Ivy Bar
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Got a special occasion that needs a little extra sparkle?
Check out how we can make your private event unforgettable.

Lemon Titz Cocktail
Le D'Amore Coctail
Two Face Cocktail

Cocktails as fierce as our drag queens, drinks as bold as you — all ready and waiting.
Browse our full menu and dive in.

THE IVY PROMISE 

​WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

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  • INTENTIONAL SPACES: IVY BAR & CABARET CREATES INTENTIONAL SPACES THAT CENTRE AND PRIORITISE THE QUEER COMMUNITY. 

  • SAFE SPACE: WE HAVE A ZERO-TOLERANCE POLICY FOR HARASSMENT OR PREJUDICE OF ANY KIND ESPECIALLY, HOMO/BI/TRANSPHOBIA, SEXISM, OR RACISM. WE WILL NOT TOLERATE ANY SEXUAL HARASSMENT OR VIOLENCE. 

  • ACCESSIBILITY: GENDER-NEUTRAL TOILETS AND ADEQUATE SEATING SEATING. WE DO HAVE WHEELCHAIR ACCESS, SO IF AN ESCORT IS REQUIRED TO ACCESS PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH THE BAR STAFF AND WE CAN MAKE SURE WE ARE THERE FOR YOU. 

  • AN APPROACHABLE/SUPPORTIVE TEAM: IF YOU ARE HAVING AN UNCOMFORTABLE TIME AT ANY POINT OUR STAFF ARE THERE TO SUPPORT YOU. LET US KNOW WHAT'S GOING ON AND WE WILL DO EVERYTHING WE CAN TO YOU BACK TO HAVING A FUN TIME.

  • LEARNING AND IMPLEMENTING POSITIVE CHANGE: WE BELIEVE THAT WE ALL HAVE ROOM TO GROW AND WORK ON BREAKING UNHEALTHY HABITS, SO PLEASE BE KIND AND PATIENT ON OUR COLLECTIVE JOURNEY. 

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

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  • STAY HYDRATED: IVY BAR & CABARET ENCOURAGES YOU TO DRINK WATER. BEFORE IN. BETWEEN AND AFTER CONSUMING ALCOHOL, IT WILL MAKE THE NIGHT BETTER FOR YOU AND HELP WITH THE HANGOVER TOMORROW. 

  • RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOUR: TOWARDS OTHER CUSTOMERS AND STAFF, BE KIND TO OTHERS, IT'S NOT THAT HARD REALLY. 

  • ALWAYS ASK FOR CONSENT. CONSENT IS SEXY, KEY, AND MANDATORY 

  • ASK, DON'T ASSUME: PLEASE DON'T ASSUME SOMEONE'S SEXUALITY OR GENDER, PLEASE GET IN THE HABIT OF ASKING PEOPLES PRONOUNS.

  • CHECK YOURSELF: TAKE UP SPACE, BUT NOT AT THE EXPENSE OF SOMEONE ELSE. THINK ABOUT WHY YOU ARE THERE. KNOW YOUR PRIVILEGE. 

  • NO SWERFS. NO TERFS. NO RACISTS: WE WORK TO CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR ALL WHO ENTER THE VENUE, ESPECIALLY OUR MARGINALISED WHĀNAU​​

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