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The 8 best mystery shows you can book today, with what each costs a player, how long it runs and the team size it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
At Riga Tony’s in Myrtle Beach, you enter a 1930s speakeasy, enjoy an Italian dinner, and help solve a comic murder mystery. Expect audience participation, character actors, clues, music, and a few chances to join the action. The show starts at 6 p.m. and lasts about three hours.
“It's hard to figure out, and entertaining. The only thing that could be better is the food. It's totally worth seeing.”
At Shepherd of the Hills, you’ll enjoy a 90-minute comedy murder mystery built around a birthday party gone wrong. Eat comfort food, join the actors when invited, follow the clues, and solve the crime before dessert is done.
“6 of us attended the show; two 8 year olds and 4 adults. The food was okay, but not memorable. The actual entertainment WAS memorable. I was a little worried it would be a cheesie over the top hillbilly performance. Instead we found it funny, entertaining, and very family friendly. The kids really enjoyed the show. The actors were good and were funny & spontaneous with the "murder suspects". The story line was entertaining and easy to follow. It was a very enjoyable evening. I have already recommended this show to my co-workers.”
Spend 90 minutes aboard the Black Raven, a purpose-built pirate ship sailing the Matanzas River from St. Augustine Municipal Marina. Expect comic pirate battles, songs, cannon fire, child participation, shared treasure, and possible dolphin sightings. The show is in English and best suits families with young children.
“Very interactive and fun for the kids. They haven’t stopped talking about it!”
You’ll join a small Albuquerque dinner crowd for a three-hour, present-day murder mystery with hidden actors, costumed detectives, a four-course meal, and clues delivered in real time. The culprit may be sitting at your table, and you could become a prime suspect. Business casual dress is expected.
“The actors looked like they enjoyed themselves. The food was good. The pacing was great; it didn’t feel like it took 3 hours. Some clues seemed like distractions and it also required basic knowledge/ pop culture references to get the answer (I didn’t), but it was a really good time.”
Spend about three hours solving a present-day murder while eating a four-course dinner. Costumed detectives question the audience, hidden actors mingle among the diners, and QR clues help you compete for the Top Sleuth prize. Business casual dress and age 15-plus apply.
“The murder mystery was a hoot! The “interrogations” at our table were hilarious and interesting! Really enjoyed our dinner companions!”
At The Dinner Detective in Franklin, you join a present-day crime staged in real time, with undercover actors mixed into the audience and costumed detectives guiding the case. Over about three hours, you eat a four-course dinner, question people at your table, and submit your guess for a Top Sleuth prize.
“Communication between customer and Viator was terrible. Upon arrival we learned there was a choice of entrees. We had no prior knowledge of this. The “murder” story was confusing. The guests at our table were unsure of what clues we were trying to solve, and we were not given enough time to explore the clues. In the end, it was a wild guess made by all in trying to solve the crime. The murderer was obvious, but the clues and script did not lead you to the murderer’s motive. It was still a fun evening, but I would not go again.”
At the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac, you’ll eat a four-course dinner while actors disguised as fellow diners build a comic murder case around you. Follow clues, question suspects, and submit your guess for a prize. The evening lasts about three hours, with a cash bar and free self-parking.
“My fiance and I very much enjoyed ourselves. This was something neither of us had been to and we were looking forward to it and it did not disappoint.”
Enter through a secret passage at 6 p.m. for a 7 p.m. murder mystery dinner near International Drive. Expect interactive actors, lighthearted singing, a three-course meal, and a 1920s speakeasy setting. The show lasts about two hours and ends where it begins.
“Really fun themed who dunnit evening with 3 course meal included. Food is ok, not huge choice, chicken or meatballs and no clear veggie option but when requested it was available... the actual themed part of the event was really good and would 100% recommend”
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