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The Mousetrap The Mousetrap is where Indy’s music heartbeat lives. Come for the vibes, stay for the music, leave with a story Most importantly, we feature live music weekly!
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Since 1957, we’ve been pouring strong drinks, serving up killer food, and hosting unforgettable live shows—from local legends to national acts. http://www.themousetrapbar.com/

The Mousetrap is one of Indy’s oldest north-side watering holes! Since 1957 we’ve been slinging strong drinks and serving up great food! In the early 70′s we began serving our famous beef stew and the same people come back time after time for another super hot helping. We also feature Huge Wings, Hand Pattied Burgers, Indy's Biggest, Best Breaded and Grilled Tenderloins, Flatbread Pizza and more on a One Of A Kind Grateful Dead Themed menu. Also, look for our homemade daily specials such as Kandas Famous Meatloaf or Chicken Salad and Karus' Homemade Soups. With 4 pool tables, ping pong, megatouch, dart boards, pull-tabs and dozens of board games, there is always something to do at The Mousetrap! Concentrating on jam bands, we have played host to some of the biggest bands in the world as well as numerous up and coming bands from around the country. This place has a vibe and soul that’s electric. Bands can’t wait to come back and there are always more fans to greet them at their next show!

**Sundays- Enjoy a Bloody Mary w/ some Bluegrass. Members of Flatland Harmony Experiment host an open session of kick-ass Bluegrass. In warm weather, we even jam out on the deck as we grill out. Yes, it's a Sunday Funday indeed! Bring your instrument or voice and join in. (no drums please)

**Mondays- Indy's Live Trivia hosts a musically inclined live trivia game for teams or individuals w/ cash payouts at 7:30pm! Bring your friends in to see how much useless info is stored up in that melon. Immediately following trivia is Mousetrap Karaoke at 9:30 on the stage with full sound provided by The Mousetrap.

**Tuesdays- “The Mayors Ball” aka "Bourbon for the Brain, Jazz for the Soul" at 9pm —Rob Dixon heads up an all-star cast of Indy’s best musicians for a raucous night of Jazz, Soul and Rye. And we taste some great bourbons and whiskeys, with a new feature weekly. And if you prefer an earlier activity, join in our Euchre Tournament at 7pm

** Wednesdays- Mikial Robertson hosts a Family Jam featuring some of the most accomplished musicians in the city as well as many up-and-comers in a freestyle, open stage format starting at 8pm. Got some chops? Sign up at 7:30 to sit in.

**Thursdays- IndyMojo Presents Altered Thurzdaze which is one of the longest standing weekly events in the country for Electronic/Dance, Experimental Bass, Dubstep & more.

** Friday and Saturdays we have incredible jam, funk, folk & bluegrass bands putting on fantastic live shows as well as monthly curated events by Collage Artists & Entertainment. Find tickets for all of our shows on Eventbrite or click our "Events" tab here on Facebook. Check our calendar and find all things related to The Mousetrap on our website here:
http://www.trapindycom/

10/12/2026
Get ready, Indianapolis, because today we kick off our official artist countdown for Rusty Redenbacher's Birthday Getdow...
10/12/2026

Get ready, Indianapolis, because today we kick off our official artist countdown for Rusty Redenbacher's Birthday Getdown @ The Mousetrap taking place THIS SATURDAY NIGHT! We are starting with the soon-to-be birthday man himself! 🔥

As a true pioneer and foundational architect of Indianapolis Hip-Hop, this prolific MC, DJ, and multi-genre beatmaker has crushed the local scene with over 20 releases to his credit. Music and art are paramount to Rusty's existence, and he intends to give you the absolute best show possible! While it’s his birthday weekend, what he is really celebrating is the absolute depth of talent within Naptown's vibrant music scene and his dedicated passion for Indy.

Expect deep vibes, sharp lyricism, and an unmatched stage presence when Rusty Redenbacher (aka Nasty Slim) takes the stage to bring the Rusty Renaissance to life!

It's Going Down this Saturday, October 17th!

🎟️ Grab Tickets at the link in the comments! ⬇️ ($15 Advance)

Bring that raw energy, and let's make this birthday celebration 🎉 an absolutely unforgettable night for everyone in attendance! 🤘🏽 Stay tuned tomorrow as we spotlight our next artist: Foosie & The All-American Ghetto Band! 🎸🎙️

Trivioke is back tonight. Trivia at 7:30, no entry fee, and prizes to win. Karaoke takes the stage at 9:30, hosted by Ze...
10/12/2026

Trivioke is back tonight. Trivia at 7:30, no entry fee, and prizes to win. Karaoke takes the stage at 9:30, hosted by ZeeBee Entertainment LLC. Sloppy Joe is the special, and happy hour runs 4 to 6. 🎤

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

Tonight atThe Mousetrap: trivia at 7:30, free to play, with prizes on the line. Karaoke at 9:30. Come hungry. The Sloppy...
10/12/2026

Tonight atThe Mousetrap: trivia at 7:30, free to play, with prizes on the line. Karaoke at 9:30. Come hungry. The Sloppy Joe is on. 🎤

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

10/12/2026

The Bass Side of The Mousetrap. Modstep this Thursday, then AG, FuntCase on Halloween week 🎃, Reaper, Doctor P, Austeria, Lumasi, and Claybrook. 🎟️ Ticket links in our Story.

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

10/11/2026

This fall at The Mousetrap, the nights get longer and so do the sets. Rusty Redenbacher is Nasty Slim, Armchair Boogie, Moonlight Madness, SunSquabi on Halloween weekend, Big Shrimp, Hyryder, Thought Process, and 65 North Pickers. Eleven nights. One room. 🎟️ Ticket links in our Story, in the events tab, or at trapindy.com.

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

10/11/2026

Now showing at The Mousetrap. Trivioke Monday with ZeeBee Entertainment LLC, euchre and jazz Tuesday with Rob Dixon, the Fam Jam Wednesday, Modstep Thursday, It's the Trap Friday, and Saturday is Rusty Redenbacher Is Nasty Slim, doors at 7, music at 8. 🎟️ Tickets in our Story.

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

Now showing at The Mousetrap. Trivioke Monday, Euchre and Jazz Tuesday, the Fam Jam Wednesday, Modestep Thursday, It's t...
10/11/2026

Now showing at The Mousetrap. Trivioke Monday, Euchre and Jazz Tuesday, the Fam Jam Wednesday, Modestep Thursday, It's the Trap Friday, and Saturday is Rusty Redenbacher Is Nasty Slim, doors at 8, music at 9. 🎟️

Tickets in our Stories, in the events tab, or at www.Trapindy.com.

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

This fall at The Mousetrap: Rusty Redenbacher is Nasty Slim this Saturday, Armchair Boogie, Moonlight Madness, two night...
10/11/2026

This fall at The Mousetrap: Rusty Redenbacher is Nasty Slim this Saturday, Armchair Boogie, Moonlight Madness, two nights of SunSquabi, bigshrimpband, Hyryder, Thought Process, and 65 North Pickers. Swipe for the Bass Side of the Trap, 17 years of Thursdays from Modstep to Claybrook. Updated every Sunday. 🎟️ Ticket links in our Story.

Check the events tab and Trapindy.com.

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

Game night starts at 9. Jump into the Call of Duty 1v1 tournament for $5, or skip the controller and just come hang out....
10/10/2026

Game night starts at 9. Jump into the Call of Duty 1v1 tournament for $5, or skip the controller and just come hang out. No cover. Card games, board games, and food and drink specials until 1:30.

The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave · 21+

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5565 N Keystone Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
46220

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 3am
Tuesday 11am - 3am
Wednesday 11am - 3am
Thursday 11am - 3am
Friday 11am - 3am
Saturday 11am - 3am
Sunday 11am - 3am

Telephone

(317) 255-3189

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