Mug-Shot Saloon

The feel

The Mug-Shot is a Wasilla saloon and dance club on the Parks Highway, known as one of the oldest bars in town. It has live music in the evening and karaoke nights, and the doors are open from 8am to 5am every day. Outdoor seating is available, and the bar serves beer along with burgers and fries. It is wheelchair accessible and takes credit cards, and a meal runs about $10 to $20 per person.

It is rated 3.9 from 354 Google ratings.

What to expect

Setting

Saloon and dance club at 251 W Parks Hwy in Wasilla, with outdoor seating. It is wheelchair accessible.

Hours

Daily 8am to 5am.

Food and drink

Beer, plus burgers and fries. Expect to spend about $10 to $20 per person.

Music and events

Live music in the evening and karaoke nights.

Season and access

Open every day of the week. Credit cards are accepted and there is no booking.

Mingo says

Come in the evening for the live music. Because the bar stays open until 5am, you can also come late.

Before you go

• Call (907) 376-1617 to ask which night karaoke runs.
• Bring a credit card; cards are accepted.
• Plan to walk in, since the bar takes no bookings.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.