How businesses, venues, planners & organizations turn mystery into revenue.
Murder Mystery Party Games for Profit
Turn an experience into a revenue stream. Night of Mystery games are used by restaurants, breweries, inns, event planners, nonprofits, and companies to create ticketed events, premium packages, fundraisers, and unforgettable group experiences — without hiring actors or complicated production.
Pick Your Profit Path
Choose the option below that best matches how you plan to use the event. Each path leads to tailored ideas, examples, FAQs, and licensing guidance.
🍽️ Venues
Restaurants · Breweries · Wineries · Event Spaces
Turn slow nights into sold-out ticketed events with murder mystery dinners, themed nights, and recurring experiences guests plan for.
👉 Explore Murder Mysteries for Venues
🏨 Inns, B&Bs & Resorts
Boutique Inns · Lodges · Retreat Locations
Create immersive murder mystery weekends, overnight packages, and group getaways that increase bookings and length of stay.
👉 Explore Murder Mysteries for Inns & Resorts
🎭 Event Planners & Hosts-for-Hire
Private Parties · Corporate Events · Public Ticketed Events
Offer professionally written murder mystery experiences as a service for clients, companies, and public audiences.
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🎟️ Fundraisers & Nonprofits
Charities · Schools · Community Organizations
Raise funds through ticket sales, raffles, auctions, and donor engagement events people are excited to attend.
👉 Explore Murder Mystery Fundraisers
🧠 Businesses & Organizations
Team Building · Company Parties · Client Events
Engage employees, entertain clients, and energize retreats with interactive experiences that go beyond traditional events.
👉 Explore Murder Mysteries for Businesses
How Hosting a Murder Mystery for Profit Works
Hosting is simpler than most people expect:
1️⃣ Choose the Right License
Select a for-profit or nonprofit license based on how you’ll use the event and whether you’re charging admission.
2️⃣ Download Your Mystery Kit
Receive a complete digital package with character roles, host guides, evidence, and optional party extras.
3️⃣ Host the Event
Guests play the characters themselves. You guide the experience using our clear, step-by-step instructions.
4️⃣ Monetize the Experience
Charge tickets, sell packages, increase food and beverage sales, boost bookings, or offer the event as a paid service.
✔ No actors required
✔ No complicated setup
✔ Works for groups of 6 to 100+
✔ One-night events or multi-day experiences
Licensing Overview (Quick & Clear)
Because Night of Mystery games are copyrighted, businesses and organizations use a license that allows them to host legally and confidently.
For-Profit Licenses
- Required for ticketed events, business use, and hosted experiences
- Available as multi-use option to increase ROI
Nonprofit Licenses
- Discounted options for qualifying nonprofits
- Ideal for fundraising and donor events
👉 View Licensing Options & Details
Trusted by Hosts Nationwide
Night of Mystery games are used by:
- Restaurants and breweries filling slow nights
- Inns and resorts creating themed weekends
- Event planners offering unique client experiences
- Nonprofits running successful fundraisers
- Businesses hosting team-building and client events
What hosts say:
- “Easy to run, even for first-time hosts.”
- “Guests stayed engaged the entire night.”
- “We sold out our event.”
- “So much more fun than a typical dinner or meeting.”
Ready to Turn Mystery Into Revenue?
If your business is running a Night of Mystery a for-profit license is required, but that won’t stop you from maximizing your ROI.
No matter your space, audience, or goal, there’s a Night of Mystery game designed to help you create an experience people will pay for — and talk about long after it ends.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hosting Murder Mystery Parties for Profit
Yes. Businesses, venues, and event organizers can legally charge tickets or event fees when they purchase the appropriate for-profit license. This license allows you to host murder mystery events as a paid experience at your location or for clients.
Murder mystery parties are commonly hosted by:
- Restaurants, breweries, wineries, and bars
- Inns, bed and breakfasts, and resorts
- Event planners and professional hosts
- Nonprofits running fundraising events
- Companies hosting team-building or client events
If you host events or experiences, a murder mystery can be adapted to your space and audience.
No. Night of Mystery games are guest-played experiences. Your guests take on the character roles themselves, and the host simply guides the event using the provided instructions. No acting experience or outside performers are required.
Night of Mystery offers games for small groups of 6 and scalable formats that work for 20, 30, or even 100+ participants, depending on the game and event format. Many businesses run multiple tables or concurrent groups during larger ticketed events.
Yes. Businesses and organizations across the U.S. and internationally host murder mystery events in restaurants, breweries, inns, event spaces, offices, and community venues. The games are location-flexible and can be hosted anywhere guests can gather.
To be featured and have your events listed on our Community page fill out this form. This allows clients and customers looking to attend a mystery party locally to find you.
Most murder mystery events run 2–3 hours, making them ideal for dinner events, evening entertainment, or corporate gatherings. Inns and resorts often expand the experience into multi-day murder mystery weekends.
Each game includes:
- Character roles for guests
- A host guide with step-by-step instructions
- Evidence, clues, and story materials
- Optional party extras (decor, menus, signage, etc.)
Everything is delivered digitally, allowing for easy download and preparation.
Qualified nonprofits can purchase a nonprofit license, which allows them to host ticketed fundraising events, donor appreciation nights, and community fundraisers. This option is discounted and designed specifically for nonprofit use.
Yes — with the appropriate multi-use for-profit license, event planners can reuse the same murder mystery game for different clients, locations, or events, making it a scalable service offering for a full year from purchase.
No. The games are designed for first-time hosts and experienced event organizers alike. Clear instructions, timelines, and optional planning tools make it easy to run a smooth, engaging event — even if you’ve never hosted one before.
Absolutely. Many restaurants, breweries, inns, and venues use murder mystery events to:
- Increase attendance on slow nights
- Create advance ticket sales
- Encourage repeat visits
- Boost food, beverage, and package sales
These events give customers a reason to plan ahead and choose your venue.
Yes. Murder mystery games are widely used for team-building, employee engagement, and company parties. They encourage communication, collaboration, and problem-solving in a relaxed, entertaining environment.
You can find more information on how to run the game for teambuilding here.
Yes. Night of Mystery provides planning guides, marketing tips, and hosting resources. Businesses and nonprofits may also have their events featured on our community events page, helping promote ticket sales and visibility.
Start by considering:
- Group size
- Audience (clean vs adult themes)
- Event type (ticketed, fundraiser, private, corporate)
- Space and time frame
From there, you can browse recommended games or explore use-case guides tailored to your industry.
Why Thousands of
Hosts Choose Night of Mystery
- 128,000+ satisfied customers
- Downloadable kits you can start using today
- Priority support for business customers
- Wide selection of themes, genres & difficulty levels
- Trusted by companies, nonprofits, and planners worldwide
Hear What Our
Customers Say!
“This was the BEST team event we’ve ever done. It was inclusive, creative, and so easy to execute with your kit. Everyone had a blast!”
“I’ve had three parties over the years. This year we will be doing it again! Normal parties have their groups. High school over there, church over there, family over there. Well with the murder mystery dinner there is none of that. Plus your free to not be you for the night. Every party has been a success! Last one we had over 100 people come.”
“I purchased the Night Of Mystery packet for a work team building event. All of my co-workers said it was the best team event they’ve been to. The packet was very straightforward and had so many ideas and tips to help make running the event super simple. Highly recommend!”
