Frequently Asked Questions
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Here’s how we stand out:
At Baker Street Mystery, you don’t just watch—you are the story. There are no actors. It isn’t just a select few guests picked out of the crowd to participate. Instead, every guest is assigned a character with backstory, motivations, and secret objectives. Your group drives the narrative through improvised interaction, not scripts or staged performances—unlike the companies who rely on professional actors to guide events
While their formats can be exciting, guests are often secondary observers. Our approach eliminates that hierarchy—you’re not watching the story, you are the story. Participants genuinely create the mystery together.
Unlike scripted dinner‑theater events—where players follow pre‑written dialogue and rigid prompts—the Baker Street Mystery format encourages spontaneous interaction and player-driven discovery. Traditional kits often limit players to reading cue cards or reciting lines, while our experiences offer space for genuine improvisation, strategy, and deep immersion in character. Every party plays differently, because every group casts its own dynamic mystery from the ground up.
Our stories are licensed to use for private and public events, which means that you don’t have to worry about the legal issues surrounding commercial licenses, which is vital if you are selling tickets.
By using Baker Street Mystery for a private event, that means you don’t have to worry about sending information, coordinating the evening, and you can enjoy the event–spoiler free.
Absolutely! You don’t need acting experience to participate. Guests receive clear character guides, objectives, and host support. Our parties are designed to be intuitive and welcoming—even for first‑timers. Many competitors also offer “interactive” events, but theirs often still feature central actors to manage pace and plot. We trust the group to carry the narrative, supported by materials and structure—not scripts.
Expect a themed, character-driven evening where you step into a role—detective, suspect, or someone with hidden motives. Through conversation, investigation, and use of gameplay tools like clue sheets or “money,” guests collaborate to solve the mystery. No acting experience is required—just a spirit of engagement and curiosity.
For most parties, we need a minimum of 20 participants, but can accommodate up to 100 or more, depending on venue and setup. For smaller groups, we have a selection of micro-themes that can run with as little as 8 guests.
No. Unlike other companies, Baker Street Mystery experiences rely entirely on participant-driven storytelling, creating unpredictable and fun dynamics—everyone is both suspect and investigator.
You can host at home, a rented event space, garden, or any private location in San Antonio or nearby. Baker Street Mystery delivers all materials and guidance—some venue partners are recommended for sound, parking, or catering logistics.
Our public murder mystery parties usually last 2 hours. Micro-parties with less than 20 guests typically last an hour and a half. For private events we can adjust the duration to fit your needs.
Baker Street Mystery offers per-attendee pricing for our murder mystery parties. The cost is dependent on the party size, but start as little as $300.
Because we don’t include professional actors or staged performances, our format relies on a single host and guest-led roleplay and immersion, reducing labor costs while still offering a highly engaging and personalized mystery experience.
The cost of the murder mystery includes a fully-hosted 1.5 – 2 hour event. Our hosts will facilitate the event, engage with guests and ultimately deliver the solution. Each guest will receive individual character packets, objectives and clue sheets.
Not included: Venue, catering, and any extras like printed décor or rentals.
Yes—private event attendees can be emailed their characters, backstories, and goals ahead of time. Most public event participants receive assignments onsite.
Themed attire is encouraged and helps immersion but is optional. Themes range from 1920s speakeasy to supernatural seance or winery mystery—costume inspiration guides are provided to help participants prepare.
At the end of the event, there may be opportunities to win prizes in various categories, such as Most In Character, Most Money, or Most Accurate Investigation. The specific prize categories and details will be announced during the event.
Yes! Feel free to capture memorable moments and take photos during the event. We even provide a backdrop at some events specifically for taking selfies and group pictures — make sure to tag us @bakerstreetmystery
Our mysteries are set up in a way in which roles accommodate different comfort levels. By providing clear objectives we give each guests the flexibility to take a more reserved approach or to fully-embrace their character.
At game’s end, guests cast votes on who they believe the murderer is, and which guest stayed most in character—then the true culprit is revealed. Some companies assign actors and choose a few suspects from the group. Baker Street Mystery believes in equal opportunity: everyone is suspect and sleuth alike. Prizes or recognition options are available as part of the experience.
We offer a variety of themes with different characters. Some popular themes include 1920 Juice Joint, Trailer Park Trash, A Clue-less Murder and A Deadly Vintage. Each theme requires a minimum of 20 people, but can accommodate up to 100 participants.
You can view some of our theme
Absolutely. We specialize in team-building murder mysteries, perfect for creating shared goals, dialogue, and strategy. Compared to other murder mystery companies, Baker Street Mystery takes an immersive approach, emphasizing authentic guest interaction and collaborative problem-solving.
Yes! Our virtual-ready format works via Zoom, Teams, or custom platforms—ideal for hybrid teams or long-distance get-togethers. The format remains guest-driven, even when screen-based.
Since we use licenses to sell tickets, we only provide a fully-hosted experience. This ensures that you receive a high-quality, immersive murder mystery event, complete with all the necessary materials, guidance, and support for a memorable experience.
Basic themes are included in our pricing. Custom or branded themes—such as corporate storylines or event-specific backstories—may incur additional design fees, but cost significantly less than fully actor-driven customization.
Here’s how we stand out:
At Baker Street Mystery, you don’t just watch—you are the story. There are no actors. It isn’t just a select few guests picked out of the crowd to participate. Instead, every guest is assigned a character with backstory, motivations, and secret objectives. Your group drives the narrative through improvised interaction, not scripts or staged performances—unlike the companies who rely on professional actors to guide events
While their formats can be exciting, guests are often secondary observers. Our approach eliminates that hierarchy—you’re not watching the story, you are the story. Participants genuinely create the mystery together.
Unlike scripted dinner‑theater events—where players follow pre‑written dialogue and rigid prompts—the Baker Street Mystery format encourages spontaneous interaction and player-driven discovery. Traditional kits often limit players to reading cue cards or reciting lines, while our experiences offer space for genuine improvisation, strategy, and deep immersion in character. Every party plays differently, because every group casts its own dynamic mystery from the ground up.
Our stories are licensed to use for private and public events, which means that you don’t have to worry about the legal issues surrounding commercial licenses, which is vital if you are selling tickets.
By using Baker Street Mystery for a private event, that means you don’t have to worry about sending information, coordinating the evening, and you can enjoy the event–spoiler free.
Absolutely! You don’t need acting experience to participate. Guests receive clear character guides, objectives, and host support. Our parties are designed to be intuitive and welcoming—even for first‑timers. Many competitors also offer “interactive” events, but theirs often still feature central actors to manage pace and plot. We trust the group to carry the narrative, supported by materials and structure—not scripts.
Expect a themed, character-driven evening where you step into a role—detective, suspect, or someone with hidden motives. Through conversation, investigation, and use of gameplay tools like clue sheets or “money,” guests collaborate to solve the mystery. No acting experience is required—just a spirit of engagement and curiosity.
For most parties, we need a minimum of 20 participants, but can accommodate up to 100 or more, depending on venue and setup. For smaller groups, we have a selection of micro-themes that can run with as little as 8 guests.
No. Unlike other companies, Baker Street Mystery experiences rely entirely on participant-driven storytelling, creating unpredictable and fun dynamics—everyone is both suspect and investigator.
You can host at home, a rented event space, garden, or any private location in San Antonio or nearby. Baker Street Mystery delivers all materials and guidance—some venue partners are recommended for sound, parking, or catering logistics.
Our public murder mystery parties usually last 2 hours. Micro-parties with less than 20 guests typically last an hour and a half. For private events we can adjust the duration to fit your needs.
Baker Street Mystery offers per-attendee pricing for our murder mystery parties. The cost is dependent on the party size, but start as little as $300.
Because we don’t include professional actors or staged performances, our format relies on a single host and guest-led roleplay and immersion, reducing labor costs while still offering a highly engaging and personalized mystery experience.
The cost of the murder mystery includes a fully-hosted 1.5 – 2 hour event. Our hosts will facilitate the event, engage with guests and ultimately deliver the solution. Each guest will receive individual character packets, objectives and clue sheets.
Not included: Venue, catering, and any extras like printed décor or rentals.
Yes—private event attendees can be emailed their characters, backstories, and goals ahead of time. Most public event participants receive assignments onsite.
Themed attire is encouraged and helps immersion but is optional. Themes range from 1920s speakeasy to supernatural seance or winery mystery—costume inspiration guides are provided to help participants prepare.
At the end of the event, there may be opportunities to win prizes in various categories, such as Most In Character, Most Money, or Most Accurate Investigation. The specific prize categories and details will be announced during the event.
Yes! Feel free to capture memorable moments and take photos during the event. We even provide a backdrop at some events specifically for taking selfies and group pictures — make sure to tag us @bakerstreetmystery
Our mysteries are set up in a way in which roles accommodate different comfort levels. By providing clear objectives we give each guests the flexibility to take a more reserved approach or to fully-embrace their character.
At game’s end, guests cast votes on who they believe the murderer is, and which guest stayed most in character—then the true culprit is revealed. Some companies assign actors and choose a few suspects from the group. Baker Street Mystery believes in equal opportunity: everyone is suspect and sleuth alike. Prizes or recognition options are available as part of the experience.
We offer a variety of themes with different characters. Some popular themes include 1920 Juice Joint, Trailer Park Trash, A Clue-less Murder and A Deadly Vintage. Each theme requires a minimum of 20 people, but can accommodate up to 100 participants.
You can view some of our theme
Absolutely. We specialize in team-building murder mysteries, perfect for creating shared goals, dialogue, and strategy. Compared to other murder mystery companies, Baker Street Mystery takes an immersive approach, emphasizing authentic guest interaction and collaborative problem-solving.
Yes! Our virtual-ready format works via Zoom, Teams, or custom platforms—ideal for hybrid teams or long-distance get-togethers. The format remains guest-driven, even when screen-based.
Since we use licenses to sell tickets, we only provide a fully-hosted experience. This ensures that you receive a high-quality, immersive murder mystery event, complete with all the necessary materials, guidance, and support for a memorable experience.
Basic themes are included in our pricing. Custom or branded themes—such as corporate storylines or event-specific backstories—may incur additional design fees, but cost significantly less than fully actor-driven customization.