How to Host a Murder Mystery Dinner Party

A Murder Mystery is an easy, entertaining, & affordable way to host a dinner party. It provides hours of non-stop entertainment and conversation with all guest participating. A role play party usually has a fixed number of guests, with each guest playing the role of a character.

Murder Mystery game kits can be purchased for appx. $30-$40 and usually allow for 8-10 players. The kit includes all the accessories to host your Murder Mystery party such as clues, skits, menus, music, costume suggestions, and manuals. Each guest will have a script, and instructions to play their role, so acting ability is not required.

To make the most out of your Murder Mystery dinner party, let your guests know well ahead of time what character they will be playing, and have everyone dress the part. Be sure to set create an ambiance with mood lighting, appropriate music, and a dinner menu that fits your scene. For instance, for a 1920's themed Murder Mystery the time period would be the late 20's, Prohibition, and Jazz. Your guest should dress as Flappers and Gangsters. The scene might resemble a dark nightclub with Jazz playing in the background. The host might serve hooch, and an all American meal like steak or roast, with potatoes and a fluffy dessert.

The game will have several rounds designed to fit around your dinner. Participants can discuss their clues and ask questions. Once players have gathered all of their clues, each character will declare their innocence by presenting their facts, and will then accuse a suspect. The game ends when the murderer has been revealed.

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