How to Host a Night of Laughs, Love & Lethal Levels of Fun With Your Favorite Women

Galentine’s Day is all about celebrating the brilliant, bold, hilarious women in your life — and nothing brings a group of gal pals together quite like a murder mystery party. Whether your crew is made up of beauty queens, book-smart sorority sisters, wine lovers, Hollywood divas, or fairy-tale femmes… we’ve got a game (and a game plan!) to help you throw a night they’ll never forget.

This guide will walk you through everything you need to host a fun, fabulous, and completely unforgettable Galentine’s murder mystery party. From décor to drinks to dramatic reveals, consider this your go-to handbook for a celebration that slays.

💗 1. Pick Your All-Female Mystery Theme

Your Galentine’s party starts with choosing the right vibe for your group. Each of our all-female mysteries offers something different:

👑 Killing for the Crown

For the friends who love glam, glitter, and a little competitive chaos.

📚 Sorority Slaying

Perfect for the sisterhood-loving squad who lives for inside jokes, loyalty, and a few good secrets.

🎬 Lights! Camera! Murder!

A Hollywood-inspired night ideal for drama queens, red-carpet-ready guests, and over-the-top acting.

🍷 A Deadly Vintage

For the group who knows their Merlot from their murder motives — relaxed, elegant, and a little bit cheeky.

✨ Happily Never After

A fairy-tale twist for whimsical, imaginative groups who want their Galentine’s to feel magical, mischievous, and modern.

Choose the setting that most reflects your friendship circle — or let your group vote! Every theme offers dynamic roles, juicy secrets, and the perfect dose of (fictional) danger.

💗 2. Set the Scene With Cute-but-Criminal Décor

Galentine’s murder mystery décor = soft pink meets crime scene chic.

Here are some easy, high-impact ideas:

• Pink or red crime scene tape
• Glittery evidence markers
• “Love You to Death” banners
• Heart-shaped confetti
• Scripted envelopes labeled TOP SECRET
• A clue board decked out in pink Post-Its
• Faux rose petals around your “victim reveal” spot
• Photo backdrop with hearts + handcuffs + glam props

This décor is not only fun — it instantly sets the tone for an immersive, laughter-filled night.

💗 3. Serve Signature Galentine’s Drinks

A good mystery needs good refreshments.

You can go sweet, sparkly, or mysterious:

• Cupid’s Crime Scene Cocktail (pink lemonade + vodka + berries)
• Killer Cosmo
• Deadly Daiquiri
• Blush Sangria
• Mocktail: The Innocent Bystander (cranberry + lime + bubbles)

Bonus idea: Create a small drinks menu that matches your theme.

💗 4. Build a Snack Spread That SLAYS

A great Galentine’s party doesn’t require complicated food — just fun, finger-friendly snacks you can refill between interrogations.

Try:

• Charcuterie hearts
• Pink-dusted popcorn
• “Killer Cookies” (iced with daggers or hearts)
• Mini cupcakes
• Veggie or fruit platters in pink/red color schemes
• Chocolate-covered strawberries
• Themed treats based on your mystery (wine pairings, tiara cookies, fairy wands, etc.)

Light, cute, and shareable is the best formula.

💗 5. Prep Your Photo Booth for Maximum Drama

Galentine’s = photos. Murder mystery = dramatic photos.

Combine the two, and you get legendary content for everyone’s feed.

Prop ideas:

• Crowns
• Feather boas
• Sashes
• Wine glasses
• Hollywood sunglasses
• Fairy wands
• “Suspect” and “Detective” placards 
• Oversized magnifying glasses
• Pink handcuffs (fun ones!)

Set this up before guests arrive so the fun starts the moment they walk in.

💗 6. Add a Galentine’s Award Ceremony

This is a must.

At the end of the night, award your queens with recognition they deserve, like:

• Best Costume
• Most Dramatic Accusation
• Detective of the Night
• Most Likely to Hide a Body (Fictionally!)
• Most Unexpected Plot Twist
• Best Supporting Actress

Pro tip: Use small trophies, certificates, or heart-shaped candies as awards.

💗 7. Lean Into the Drama (That’s the Best Part!)

Women are the best mystery participants — they bring:

• Big character energy
• Excellent intuition
• Hilarious improv
• Commitment to backstory
• Dramatic flair

Encourage everyone to:

• Read their character sheet
• Embrace secrets
• Make bold choices
• Ask questions
• Take risks
• Have fun with it

Your Galentine’s mystery will only be as dramatic as the group makes it — so remind your guests to GO BIG.

💗 8. End With a Toast to Friendship

Before the big reveal (or after), gather your gals for a toast:

“To strong women — may we know them, may we be them, and tonight… may we solve them.”

Moments like this are what make Galentine’s magical.

💗 Ready to Host Your Own Galentine’s Murder Mystery Party?

Browse our collection of all-female mystery games and pick the perfect theme for your group of brilliant, bold, totally unstoppable women.

Galentine’s Day + Murder Mystery = The most unforgettable girls’ night of the year.