Frequently Asked Questions

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Full immersion: Unlike other murder mystery games where you simply watch the action unfold, our parties are designed to fully immerse you in the story. You’ll be assigned a character with a background, motivations, and objectives, allowing you to actively participate and shape the outcome of the mystery.

Wide range of themes: We offer a diverse selection of themes, from 1920s speakeasies to intriguing wineries. Our themes are carefully crafted to provide engaging and captivating experiences for all attendees, ensuring there’s something for everyone’s taste.

Flexibility in party size: Our murder mystery parties can accommodate groups ranging from 20 to 100 people. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a large event, we can tailor the experience to suit your needs.

Interactive stages and investigations: Our murder mystery parties are structured with multiple stages, including mingling, investigating, and voting. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with other participants, gather evidence, and work collaboratively to unravel the mystery.

At a murder mystery party, expect an immersive experience where you’ll step into a character’s shoes. As a participant, you’ll be assigned a character with a background, motivations, and objectives to complete.You’ll interact with other participants, uncover clues, and work together to solve a fictional murder mystery. 

No prior experience is necessary, and it’s a perfect opportunity to embrace your inner detective. Prepare for an engaging evening filled with intrigue, collaboration, and memorable moments as you unravel the secrets and try to uncover the truth behind the crime.

Participants are assigned characters to play. This interactive approach allows attendees to fully immerse themselves in the experience and engage with other participants as they work together to solve the murder. The involvement creates a dynamic and engaging atmosphere throughout the event.

No acting experience is necessary. Our murder mystery parties are designed for everyone, regardless of their acting abilities. Just come with a willingness to immerse yourself in the character and have fun.

Dressing according to the theme is encouraged, but not mandatory. We recommend wearing something comfortable and appropriate for the event, as it adds to the overall ambiance and fun.

Our public murder mystery parties usually last between 1.5 to 2 hours. For private events we can adjust the duration to fit your needs.

At the end of the event, there may be opportunities to win prizes in various categories, such as Most In Character, Most Money, Best Dressed, 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

We offer a variety of themes with different characters. Some popular themes include 1920 Juice Joint, Trailer Park Trash, and Murder at the Winery. Each theme requires a minimum of 20 people, but can accommodate up to 100 participants.

We recommend a minimum of 20 participants for a murder mystery party, but it can accommodate up to 100 people

For private parties, we can collect attendees’ email addresses and send out character information before the event.

For public events, characters are assigned at the time of the party. Participants can come dressed to the theme.

We promote public events on our social media channels and website calendar. We have a small collection of props, a backdrop for selfies, and audio equipment available if needed.

For private events we do not provide the venue or food for the event. However, we can recommend locations and caterers we have worked with in the past. Please consider parking availability and any technical requirements for audio equipment, if needed.

For private parties, it’s advisable to book 3-4 weeks ahead to allow time for character information distribution.

Our party price ranges based upon location and minimum number attendees, but typically are around $20 per person.