Public Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Parties

A murder mystery dinner show is a live, interactive theater experience where professional actors perform a whodunit story around your meal — and you’re part of the action. At the Stillwater Events Center in Stillwater, Minnesota, you’ll spend the evening uncovering clues, questioning suspicious characters, and competing with others at your table to solve the crime before dessert is served. It’s a lively night out where the audience plays just as big a role as the cast.

The show itself runs approximately two hours. Doors open thirty minutes before showtime, and we recommend arriving within that window — late arrivals are not permitted entry once the show has begun. Plan for roughly two and a half to three hours total for the full evening including dinner.

Tickets can be purchased through our website at murdermysterydinnerminneapolis.com. Gift cards are also available and can be redeemed for ticket purchases through Eventbrite. Note that gift cards apply to public show tickets only and cannot be used toward private events.

Our Minneapolis shows are held at the Stillwater Events Center located at 1910 Greeley St S, Stillwater, MN 55082.The venue is conveniently located just off Highway 36, offering easy access for all guests. It’s only minutes from the heart of historic downtown Stillwater. There is free parking on-site. The main entrance is street level

From Downtown Minneapolis: Take I-94 East towards St. Paul. Merge onto MN-36 East (exit 242A) toward Stillwater. Continue on MN-36 East for approximately 10 miles. Take the Greeley St S exit. Turn right onto S Greeley St. The event center is north of Highway 36. Exit: Follow CA-60 E for about 50 miles, then transition to CA-91 West briefly to take Exit 64 for Mission Inn Avenue. Arrival: Turn onto Mission Inn Avenue and continue to Vine Street; the restaurant is located in a historic building at 3191 Mission Inn Ave. Merge onto US-36 West: Follow I-25 N and take the exit for US-36 W toward Boulder. Exit at Sheridan Blvd: Take the CO-95 S/Sheridan Blvd exit. Arrive at Destination: Continue on Sheridan Blvd to the restaurant located at 9145 Sheridan Blvd.

Business casual is perfectly appropriate. Dressing to the theme of the show is encouraged if you want to lean in — there's a Best Costume award at the end of the night — but it's never required. Come as you are.

Yes. Your ticket includes a three-course meal: appetizer, entrée, and dessert, served through The Stillwater Events Center. Dietary accommodations for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets are available — This venue requires dietary restrictions to be communicated before attending. Please reach out to the Stillwater Event Center for detailed ingredient information.

The shows run at a PG-10 to PG-13 level. There's no swearing or graphic content, but the scripts include innuendo and adult situations that may not be suitable for younger children. Families do attend, and children are welcome at a parent's discretion — though most guests are 18 and up. There is no separate kids' menu or adjusted ticket pricing for children.

Seating is based on party size. When you arrive, let the host or hostess know how many are in your group and they'll seat you together. Tables accommodate six to eight people.

Yes. Private events are available for birthdays, corporate team building, holiday parties, and other group occasions throughout Minneapolis and the surrounding area. Private bookings can be hosted at your own venue or a local partner location. To inquire, call our event planning team at (888) 643-2583, available Monday through Friday, 9am to 7pm ET.

Late arrivals are not admitted once the show has started. Doors open thirty minutes before showtime — plan to arrive during that window for the best experience and to make sure you're seated before things get underway.