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- calendar_today October 20, 2026
Downtown Indianapolis Bar Sets Closure Date After Lease Non-Renewal
The Living Room Lounge, a longstanding nightlife venue in downtown Indianapolis, is set to permanently close its doors on February 28, 2027. The announcement was made by the bar’s ownership through a post on its official Facebook page.
Ownership Cites Lease Non-Renewal as Main Reason for Closure
According to the Facebook statement, the closure stems from the decision by the building’s owners not to renew the lounge’s lease. Management shared, “The owners of the building have other plans for the space,” making continuation at its current location impossible.
Addressing Speculation Around Violent Incidents
The closure has generated speculation online, with some suggesting it was connected to past violent incidents. The Living Room Lounge’s management directly addressed these claims, stating that the business is “not closing because of any violence.” Owners acknowledged a history of issues but said, “We have struggled with those things in the past and taken care of those issues for the most part.”
Records from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) confirm that more than 100 reports have been filed at the bar's address, 934 N. Pennsylvania St., since 2014. Incidents ranged from vandalism to serious crimes such as homicide, with the most recent police report being filed for vandalism. One notable case covered by FOX59/CBS4 was a homicide in 2021.
Family-Owned Bar With Deep Community Ties
The Living Room Lounge currently operates as a family owned business, having been established in 2007 according to Indiana business registration records. In their social media update, the owners expressed gratitude to their loyal patrons: “The Living Room is a family-owned business and we have so many good regulars who have turned into friends. We appreciate every one of you, and we will keep you updated on future parties and plans we have moving forward.”
Plans for the Future: Possible Relocation on the Horizon
Though the closure of the downtown Indianapolis location is confirmed, the bar’s ownership indicated they are exploring relocation plans. “We haven’t updated everyone yet because we have been looking for a close place to relocate and wanted to share details when we knew for certain if we were moving or completely closing,” their statement read. No new location has yet been announced, but updates are promised as plans develop.
Community Reaction and Next Steps
As the Living Room Lounge approaches its closure date, the local business’s next steps remain a subject of interest among its regulars and within the Indianapolis nightlife community. Until February 2027, the bar will continue to operate at its current address, with owners encouraging patrons to stay tuned for additional news about future events and the potential move.
Source: fox59.com.
