Shauna Steigerwald

ssteigerwald@enquirer.com

After five and a half years offering live music Downtown, Mainstay Rock Bar is closing.

The bar, at 301 W. Fifth St., will host a farewell party Oct. 3-5. The owners are inviting back bands that have played there in the past; co-owner Chris Mackenzie said he expects to have about 20 bands take the stage between Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday, Oct. 5, the bar will host its Bengals party, with multiple DJs.

Mackenzie said business has slowed, and it's time for a change. He expects that another bar/restaurant will take the space but couldn't share details yet.

Betty Bar, the event space that's upstairs from Mainstay, will continue to be available for private parties.

513-721-7625; www.mainstayrockbar.com