How to Throw the Best Murder Mystery Party Ever!

Planning a murder mystery party is a fun and unique way to celebrate with friends. Everyone loves an evening of suspense and thrills and all of your guests are sure to be amused by your eerie efforts. However, planning and pulling off a murder mystery party isn’t as easy as it sounds. To have the event go ahead without a hitch, you as host have to have some serious party-planning skills. Without forethought and preparation what is supposed to be a criminal celebration is more likely to result in a bloody mess.

If you are planning a murder mystery dinner in the near future, here are a few clues which may help solve your hosting horrors;

Give your “suspects” time:

Hosting a murder mystery party takes more time and consideration than other types of parties. If you want your guests to really enjoy a game of cat and mouse, then you have to give them enough time to prepare their character. This means sending out invitations well in advance with details about the mystery and being available to answer your guests’ questions.

Expect the unexpected:

Take some time and consider any possible party pitfalls. For example, design a few extra characters for your murderous group in case a guest shows up with a date. Also, consider requesting costumes so that everyone is comfortable and not worried about suitable attire. Since your guests/ suspects will have to mingle quite a bit to really play the part, finger foods and appetizers are your best food choices.

Buy a “party in a box” kit:

There are many all-in-one murder mystery party kits available. Each one will include character details, party preparation instructions and suggestions. By purchasing one of these convenient kits you can spend more time on the small details and not worry about developing your own elaborate “story”. Murder mystery party kits can be found at most board game and hobby retailers as well as party supply outlets.