Grand Kellersaal Ballroom



The Grand Kellersaal Ballroom seats 400 guests with a dance floor (500+ without). It features a double bar, hardwood dance floor and raised stage. Ornate pillars are located around the dance floor, and stained glass windows line the west wall of the room. Newly carpeted in January, 2005!


For Weddings, Company Parties, Business Conferences, or even Prom Night.
This room is perfect for any big event you're planning!

          

  Upper Ballroom


The Upper Ballroom will accomodate 200 guests with a dance floor. The room includes hardwood floors, beautiful stained glass windows and an ornate lighted arch.

This is a multifunctional room that can be used for both Ceremony and Receptions. It is commonly used for Receptions, Recitals, and Conferences, as well as informal gatherings.

 

  Damenverein



The Damenverein Room is a charming triple room that will accomodate 90 guests. Remodeled in December of 2001, this room has beautiful carpet and ornate built-in cabinetry.

Three separated areas make perfect mingling, dining and buffet areas. Perfect for Meetings and Rehearsal Dinners! A touch of class for any event!

Not all menu styles can be accomodated in the Damenverein Room.
See your Rathskeller Event Planner for more information.


 Willkie Blue




With a maximum seating capacity of 60 guests, the Willkie Blue Room is the perfect location for your Rehearsal Dinner or Private Dinner Meeting.  Decorative hutches housing historic pictures and artifacts line the wood paneled walls, while dimmed lights set the mood.




  Max Kade


The Max Kade is a charming double room that can accomodate up to 50 guests with a separate mingling or buffet area. An ornate fireplace is situated in the smaller room, with large windows lining the North wall.

This quaint room has been used for many years for Family Reunions, Board Meetings, Graduation Parties, and Rehearsal Dinners.
 

 Veterans Room



Adjacent to the main dining room, but tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the restaurant, the Veterans Room can seat up to 40 people.  It is affectionately known as "The Fish Room", thanks to the generous donation by Athenaeum Foundation Chairman Mr. Lou Hensley of the prized family catches hanging on the wall.  This room boasts beautiful stained glass windows and ornate wainscoting. The perfect place for Meetings and Family Gatherings!

Not all menu styles can be accomodated in the Veterans Room.
See your Rathskeller Event Planner for more information.


  Vonnegut Room




One of our most quaint rooms, the Vonnegut Room is accessible through our main dining room.  The room is named for Bernard Vonnegut, one of the building architects and grandfather of author Kurt Vonnegut, whose bust decorates the back wall of the room. The room boasts an ornate fireplace, stained glass windows and beautiful wainscotting. This room can seat up to 24 people, and is perfect for Business Meetings and Social Gatherings.

Not all menu styles can be accomodated in the Vonnegut Room.
See your Rathskeller Event Planner for more information.


  Biergarten




Located behind the building is a beautiful outdoor Biergarten, perfect for summer events. The Biergarten will seat 500 people and is best used for Informal or Social Gatherings. The Biergarten includes 2 bar "huts", 2 dance areas, and a large bandshell, perfect for live entertainment.

Due to the Rathskeller's live entertainment, the Biergarten is only available for event rental on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.


Not all menu styles can be accomodated in the Biergarten.
See your Rathskeller Event Planner for more information.

  Other Facilities



Under special circumstances, the Rathskeller may suggest rooms within the Athenaeum Building not listed above for catered events. The Rathskeller also does Off-Site catering, and can make location recommendations if needed. Please contact your Rathskeller Event Planner for more information.

Not all menu styles can be accomodated at all locations.
See your Rathskeller Event Planner for more information.

The Rathskeller Restaurant
Located at 401 E. Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN
(317)636-0396

 

 

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