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Host a MysteryYour Guests
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Baker Street Mystery brings fully self-contained murder mystery events to wineries, restaurants, hotels, and breweries across Central Texas. We handle everything — you just show up.

2,366+
Guests Hosted
126+
Events Produced
45+
Venue Partners
Why Partner With Us

Turn a Slow Night into a Sold-Out Event

Why Venue Operators Choose Baker Street Mystery

Murder mystery events aren’t just a fun idea. They’re a proven programming format that changes the economics of a single evening.

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Fill Your Slow Nights
Weeknight revenue is the hardest problem in hospitality. A ticketed murder mystery event creates a reason to book a Tuesday — and guests who came for the mystery order food and drinks the whole time.
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Boost Food & Beverage Sales
Guests stay 90 minutes to two hours, actively socializing. That’s two to three drink cycles, appetizers, entrées, and often dessert — driven by the event format itself, not upselling by your staff.
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Keep Audiences Coming Back
With 15+ rotating themes, guests can attend multiple events across the year. Every new theme is a new reason to return, share, and bring friends who weren’t there the first time.
Venue Types

We Work With Any Hospitality Venue

From intimate tasting rooms to hotel event spaces, Baker Street Mystery adapts to your setting and capacity.

Wineries & Vineyards

The intimate atmosphere of a winery or tasting room is a natural backdrop for a murder mystery.

Ideal Capacity

30–80 guests seated at tables or communal seating

Pairing Opportunity

Build a curated wine flight around the event theme for upsell

Slow Season Filler

Fill midweek evenings and shoulder-season weekends with a built-in audience

Low Setup Impact

No major furniture changes needed — we work with your existing floor plan

Murder mystery at a winery

Restaurants & Bars

Dinner service becomes an event night. Our mysteries integrate seamlessly with a multi-course meal or prix-fixe format.

Guaranteed Covers

Every seat is pre-sold — you know your cover count before service starts

Prix-Fixe Friendly

Works with a fixed menu or your existing dinner service

High Spend Per Head

Mystery guests typically spend more on drinks and appetizers

Private Dining Buyouts

Our events are ideal for full private dining room buyouts for corporate groups

Murder mystery at a restaurant

Hotels & Event Spaces

Conference rooms, ballrooms, and hotel dining rooms are purpose-built for our events.

Larger Capacities

Our hotel-format events can accommodate 40–120+ guests

Add-On Revenue

Bundle with room blocks, catering packages, or bar service

Corporate Groups

Hotel venues are ideal for corporate team building and off-site gatherings

Flexible Staging

We work with your A/V team and layout for the best possible guest experience

Murder mystery at a hotel

Breweries & Taprooms

The casual energy of a taproom is surprisingly perfect for murder mysteries.

Tap Room Friendly

Works great with communal tables, standing room areas, and open floor plans

Beer Pairing Angle

Create themed flight menus to match the mystery era and drive tap sales

Midweek Fill

Our Tuesday–Thursday events are perfect for filling slow taproom nights

Community Building

Regulars become event attendees — new guests discover your taproom through BSM

Murder mystery at a brewery
Event Flow

What to Expect on Event Night

From setup to curtain call, here’s exactly how a Baker Street Mystery event runs at your venue.

TimeWhat HappensYour Team’s Role
30 min beforeBaker Street Mystery SetupOur host arrives to set up an audio, character packets, and any props. No venue staff needed during this window.Space access only — your team is free
10 min beforeGuest Arrival & Check-InGuests arrive, receive character packets, and get into character.Normal F&B service, greet guests
Start timeInteractive Mystery BeginsThe host introduces the story, rules and some of the characters to the group. Guests mingle and work on objectives, guiding them on who to talk to and what to do.Continue F&B — service stays open throughout
After minglingA murder happensA victim falls dead and guests begin to investigate the murder. One guest learns they are the killer.Continue F&B — service stays open throughout
Closing inThe EvidenceBaker Street Mystery host shares evidence and clues that will help the guests find the killer, guests cast their votes. Optional last call, photo ops
Final ActThe RevealThe murderer is revealed, winners are announced, and the night wraps on a high note.Optional last call, photo ops
AfterBaker Street Mystery BreakdownOur team cleans up all event materials and props. Your venue is left exactly as we found it.Normal close-of-business
Responsibilities

We Handle the Hard Part. You Handle Hospitality.

A clear split means no surprises — and no extra burden on your team.

✓ Baker Street Mystery Handles
Everything That Makes the Night Work
Licensed mystery scripts and character materials for every guest
Professional hosts who run the event from arrival to reveal
(Optional) Event graphics, descriptions, and marketing copy for your channels
Co-promotion support — we list your venue on our event calendar and market to our existing audience
Guest engagement from start to finish
□ Your Venue Provides
What You Already Do Best
The space — room for guests to mingle between tables
Food and beverage service (format is flexible: prix-fixe, bundled tickets, or à la carte)
Promotion through your own website, social media, and email list
Giveaway prizes that keep guests coming back
Your normal hospitality — the rest is on us
How Venues Package the Event

How Venues Package the Event

There’s no single right way to structure an event night. Venues customize the format around their service model, price point, and audience — here are the most common approaches.

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Event + 3-Course Dinner
Higher Ticket Price · All-in Experience
Ticket covers the mystery and a fixed menu — guests arrive knowing exactly what they’re getting. Pre-sold F&B makes revenue predictable, service easier to time, and the evening feel more curated. Works especially well at fine dining restaurants and winery estate dinners.
Restaurants Wineries Hotels
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Event Ticket Only
Lower Entry Price · À la Carte F&B
Guests buy a ticket for the experience, then order food and drinks at their own pace during the event. Lower barrier to entry drives higher ticket volume, and the mystery format naturally keeps guests ordering throughout the night. Works well at bars, taprooms, and casual dining.
Bars & Taprooms Casual Dining Breweries
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Event + Welcome Drink or Apps
Mid-Range Ticket · Built-In Hospitality Moment
Ticket includes the event plus a welcome cocktail, a round of appetizers, or an open bar window during arrival. Creates a strong first impression, kickstarts ordering, and gives guests immediate value before the mystery even begins. Popular with wineries offering a welcome pour.
Wineries Cocktail Bars Hotels
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How We Charge
Our Standard Model: A Per-Person Venue Rate
We typically charge the venue a per-person rate for the event. That means you control your own pricing, keep the ticket revenue, and package the experience however makes sense for your space and your guests. We’ll walk you through the options when we connect — there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, and we’re happy to help you figure out what works best.
Results That Speak for Themselves
2,366+
Total Guests
92%
Sell-Through Rate
4.9
Average Review
25+
Partner Venues
“Hosting Baker Street Mystery at our winery has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our event calendar. The guests they bring are engaged, enthusiastic, and they spend well at the bar. Our staff loves it as much as the guests do.”
— Sarah M., Winery Event Director
Venues We’ve Worked With

Trusted by restaurants, wineries, breweries, and hotels across the region.

FAQ

Questions About Hosting?

Everything you need to know about partnering with Baker Street Mystery as a host venue.

Still Have Questions?

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.

Pricing depends on guest count and format. Smaller groups book at a flat rate, while larger groups use per-person pricing.

Most private events fall between $375–$600, with larger groups, over 20, start at $20 per person.

Ready to Partner?

Let’s Bring the Mysteryto Your Venue

Tell us about your space and what you’re looking for. We’ll reach out within 24 hours to talk through the best format for your venue.

or call us at (512) 761-6648

15+ Themes

Pick a Theme. Watch Your Guests Turn on Each Other.

See All Themes

Every mystery is self-contained — so repeat groups always get something new. Works at any venue, any group size.