Murder at the Bookstore: A Murder Mystery Party

Murder at the Bookstore: A Murder Mystery Party

Get ready to solve a thrilling murder mystery at the bookstore - it's gonna be a night full of suspense, clues, snacks, and books!

By The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore

Date and time

Thu, Jun 6, 2024 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT

Location

The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore

1131 Wellington Street West Ottawa, ON K1Y 1P1 Canada

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Welcome to Murder at the Bookstore: A Murder Mystery Party! Join us at The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore for an exciting evening of mystery and intrigue. Put on your detective hat and work with (or against!) other guests to solve the thrilling crime that has taken place at Moorbourne Manor.

You accepted an invite to Moorbourne Manor, a sprawling mansion on the edge of Dartmoor, to hear the personal reading of Lord Victor Moorbourne’s last will and testament. It’s the 30th November 1899 and Lord Moorbourne doesn’t expect to see the turn of the century. Possibly due to his ailing health, his lordship has developed a conscience and wishes to right the wrongs of his past.
Following his reading, Lord Moorbourne invited you and the rest of the guests to stay on at the mansion to enjoy the generous food and drink that he had provided. He then retired to his study.
However, just as the party was coming to an end, the evening took a gruesome turn- Lord Moorbourne’s temporary maid, Violet Smith, discovered his murdered body slumped across his desk! She let out a scream that must’ve reached the four corners of Dartmoor.

Enjoy a night of suspense, clues, snacks, and of course, books! Get ready to channel your inner Sherlock Holmes or Miss Marple as you uncover the truth behind the murder. Don't miss out on this unique and immersive experience - book your tickets now, and don't forget to dress the part!

Tickets include: an immersive murder mystery experience with full character guides, snacks, drinks, and 10% off everything in the store.

Prizes will be awarded for:

  • First to solve the mystery
  • Best dressed
  • Best acting

Frequently asked questions

What is the age limit for this event?

The recommended age for this event is 16+.

Do I need to dress up?

It's highly recommended that you dress up in your best 1899 outfit to enhance the experience, but it's not required.

Do I need experience?

Crime solving experience is not required! We'll walk you through the process, start to finish.

What's included in my ticket?

Your ticket includes an immersive murder mystery experience (including a full character guide), drinks, charcuterie for snacking, and a 10% discount on everything in store.

Do I need to act?

Yes! You will be provided with an information guide to help you get into character, along with suggested questions and answers for your investigation. This will be provided in advance by email, as well as in hard copy during the event for you to reference.

How long does it take to play?

This mystery should take about 2.5 hours to solve.

Organized by

The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore is a queer-owned independent bookstore in Ottawa, Ontario, serving Hintonburg, Wellington Village, Westboro, Mechanicsville, Little Italy, and beyond. We offer a curated selection of contemporary fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books, as well as greeting cards and other gifts.

We're located on the unceded, unsurrendered Territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation whose presence here reaches back to time immemorial, and we recognize the Anishinaabe as the past, present, and future stewards of this land.

$31.59