How to Host a Murder Mystery Party (Step by Step Instructions from Gameplay to Food & Decor)

[@Briaaanz]

I've been combining mystery parties with puzzle solving, like escape room puzzles. Example: one character is given clues which will lead him on a puzzle hunt to find the deceased's hidden Will & Testament; Another character has their own puzzle trail leading to the identity of the murderer... whereas other guests have things they need to uncover involving their own backstories

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Great ideas!

[@Nanobot1989]

That is fucking genius.

[@Charlie_JH]

Omg I know it's been a while since you posted this but please make a video with details!!! I'm organizing a party and your ideas are brilliant and exactly what I would love 🤩

[@sarahduva5514]

This video was wonderful, can I use this for 55 and older community event? Where would you suggest I look for a kit? Thank you so much

[@thestorytellerscottage]

You can definitely use a game like this for a 55 and older event :) Etsy is a great resource for murder mystery game kits. Try this one: www.etsy.com/listing/982244133/

[@DakingofAP]

Perfect video!! Thank you 🙏

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Thanks so much!

[@Briaaanz]

Also learned after two bad episodes... Alcohol should be limited to one drink max until after the game.

[@thestorytellerscottage]

We totally agree :)

[@judichristopher4604]

Wow... Now that is a great idea... Good to know!

[@Amanda-xs6eu]

This was really helpful! I appreciate all the tips! 🙏

[@lilliepad_froh]

I’m a 12 year old attempting this for her birthday party lol..this vid was really helpful, and the kit I’m using is called: Death by chocolate It’s interesting, and I’m excited! Also, I read the Party planner, and it says not to View the booklets or the video before the party, so how do I check if it wont buffer?

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Happy birthday! Hope you have a fantastic party :)

[@lilliepad_froh]

@@thestorytellerscottage Ty!

[@discheesed-4174]

How did your party go?

[@lilliepad_froh]

@@discheesed-4174 Hasn’t happened yet, also using another kit since Death by Chocolate was…18+ I’m still excited though! Happens next month!

[@harmoen]

​@@lilliepad_frohUpdate?

[@kristaholden7485]

Thanks I’m planning to do one of these in a few weeks!

[@rafrata]

Thank you, that was very useful!

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Glad to hear it!

[@oldpalmarcus]

Thank you! This is so helpful!

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Glad to be of service :)

[@AZArabianHorseLover]

Great video! Very helpful :)

[@bee_x9468]

thank you so much!

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Hope it was helpful!

[@rosemaryroberts8885]

Fantastic! I have followed you on Instagram. Hope it's the right one!!! Love the video. Lots of information, clearly delivered. Many thanks. x

[@judichristopher4604]

EXCELLENT VIDEO... FANTASTIC INFORMATION. Thank you so much for sharing this video. Love it Can you suggest a Murder Mystery Game?

[@leoandsteph1459]

Can these games be replayed or are they to be played only once?

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Most are designed to be played just one time.

[@johndough2328]

You need to take black and white pictures of the party to make it look authentic.

[@judichristopher4604]

Sepia ... (brown)

[@judichristopher4604]

3:13 The picture on the right... is Sepia.

[@becvd1]

How far in advance should you get the RSVP for the party?

[@thestorytellerscottage]

I'd suggest two weeks in advance of the party, so you have time to invite additional people if anyone on your original list can't make it. Thanks for your question!

[@vickvack09]

do you need to use a party kit? Could you make your own storyline and stuff or will it not work? bc I have an idea for a murder mystery but I don’t want to use a party kit

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Yes, you can definitely make up your own game. It's a lot of fun to try your hand at writing your own mystery!

[@vickvack09]

@@thestorytellerscottage thank you! I definitely will.

[@alisonschmidt4552]

I’m thinking about one of these nights. Do you really need to have a video playing? Could you explain it .

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Every game is different -- if you don't want to use a video to share clues, you'll want to look for a game that uses exclusively paper clues. In the case of Murder at Pendleton Manor, the game comes with a transcript of the videos, so you could technically read that aloud or paraphrase it for your guests.

[@kaylee132]

You didnt give away who the murderer was in this video..... did you? I am worried that this gave it away based on the letter he was holding up in the video.. and I already bought the kit.

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Nope, no spoilers in this video :) You're safe!

[@kaylee132]

@@thestorytellerscottage Thank Goodness!! Appreciate your reply and love your channel, it is very helpful for hosting my very own murder mystery :)

[@TKay500]

I am writing my own murder mystery would you be willing to answer a few questions that I have??

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Sure - you can email me at [e-mail]

[@oliverschweimer5306]

Nice

[@born2betec286]

Can you host a murder mystery party as a nonprofit fundraiser? If so, how....

[@thestorytellerscottage]

Red Herring Games has a good article about this: www.red-herring-games.com/thinking-of-using-a-murder-mystery-for-fundraising-read-on/