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Murder Mystery Party - Frederick MD
March 22 at Dutch's Daughter
Yee Haw. Join us fer vittles and solve whodunnit at this Wild West themed murder mystery party. The evening will include a three course dinner, taxes and gratuity at the fabulous Dutch's Daughter Restaurant. Everyone will play as a sleuth or suspect (so watch out, you could be accused of the crime). It is an interactive game filled with laughter. You are encouraged to come... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Catonsville MD
March 23 at Doozy's
Search for clues, interrogate suspects and solve whodunnit tonight at "CLUE" the murder mystery party based on the 1940s boardgame. You will enjoy a fabulous three course dinner prepared by Chef Steve with Clue themed entree options. You will wonder if it was the Colonel in the kitchen with the candlestick or the Professor in the parlor with the leadpipe. You are asked to ... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Columbia MD
April 13 at the Doubletree
Join us for this 1920s theme murder mystery dinner party. Guests are asked to come dressed as Gangsters and Flappers for this Gatsby Themed event. Everyone will play as a sleuth or suspect. An upscale three course dinner will be enjoyed as we solve whodunnit. This is a fun night out. Are you looking for a date night? Are you looking for a special way to celebrate a birthda... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Catonsville MD
March 23 at Doozy's Diner
Was it the Colonel in the kitchen with the candlestick? Or the Professor in the parlor with the leadpipe? Join us for "CLUE" the murder mystery party based on the 1940s board game of the same name. You are encouraged to come in costume as one of the CLUE game characters. As you eat a fantastic CLUE themed meal prepared by Chef Steve you will either play a suspect accused o... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Columbia MD
March 16, 2024
Are you looking for an amazing night out? Perhaps you are searching for a fun way to celebrate a birthday or a special way to thank your team for a job well done. This is it. Come and bring your friends to the 1920s theme murder mystery party in Columbia on Saturday, March 16 at the Doubletree by Hilton. You will be transported back to the days of prohibition to a posh spe... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Port Deposit MD
Donaldson Brown Mansion
Are you looking for a fun night out? Something different? Something to knock your socks off? You just found it. Come to this murder mystery party in an old mansion which sits atop a cliff overlooking the Susquehanna River. The murder mystery party includes the game, three course meal with entree options, tax, gratuity and free parking. It is for a very limited number of gu... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Catonsville MD
Doozy's Diner
Was it the Colonel in the kitchen with the candlestick? Or the Professor in the parlor with the leadpipe? Join us for "CLUE" the murder mystery party based on the 1940s board game of the same name. You are encouraged to come as one of the characters. As you eat a fantastic CLUE themed meal prepared by Chef Steve you will either play a suspect accused of the crime or a dete... Read more
Murder Mystery Party - Frederick MD
Dutch's Daughter Restaurant
Yee Haw! Cowboys and Saloon Gals (that's you) have gathered for vittles and dancing at the local watering hole. We are eating and having a wondering time when suddenly a stranger wanders in and dies (oh my). Join us for "Wanted Dead or Alive" the wild west themed mystery party in Frederick, Maryland. This is a party is an interactive mystery where the guests play as either... Read more
Now Available - Gift Cards
Give a fun experience as a gift. You choose the amount and the recipient gets to choose from a variety of fun murder mystery party options. Currently I have mysteries in Port Deposit, Catonsville, Columbia and Frederick. The gift card can be redeemed for any of the locations. You choose the amount you'd like to give and whether the card is sent to you or directly to the re... Read more
murder mystery entertainment company
Now Playing | Listing of dates and locations from which to choose for the events open to the public:
https://whodunnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com
Corporate Events * Private Parties
Whodunnit for Hire turns ordinary events into fun, engaging, and interactive murder mystery parties. Have a blast! But watch out. This is so much fun you might die laughing.
1920s - "Sinister Speakeasy"
1940s - "CLUE" based on the board game
1950s - "Malt Shoppe Murder"
1980s - "Gag Me With A Spoon. She's Dead."
Wild West - "Wanted Dead or Alive"
Hollywood - "Hollywood Homicide"
Pirates - "Dead Men Tell No Tales"
Dinner Party - "19 Crimes" based on the wine
Birthday Party, Family Reunion - "Whodunnit"
Bat or Bar Mitzvah - "Whodunnit"
Corporate Event, Holiday Party - "Team Building Can Be Murder"
My name is Wendy Olenik and I own Whodunnit for Hire which I operate from Baltimore, Maryland. I turn events into murder mystery parties and have been doing so for over twenty years. This is fun, engaging, and memorable. I am excited to set up murder mystery entertainment for you. Call or text me at 410-549-2722. Or reach me via email.
murdermysterycompany@gmail.com
Two Options
Private Event; a murder mystery party arranged for you in the central Maryland, USA area or anywhere in the world if virtual.
Public Event; in-person murder mystery parties in the central Maryland, USA area, tickets on sale at https://whodunnnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com
Search for clues, interrogate suspects, and solve whodunnit at a murder mystery party with Whodunnit for Hire.
"This is so much fun you might die laughing!"
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q? What is a murder mystery party? A. Someone at your party dies (oh my) and then your guests search for clues and interrogate suspects to solve whodunnit. My storylines are always a comedy. My parties are interactive and written for fun team building. My parties promote communication, boost morale, and strengthen collaboration skills.
Q? Do you have any open-to-public events I can attend? A. Yes. My murder mystery parties are listed at https://whodunnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com.
Q? How can I stay informed when you add another event? A. Click "follow" at https://whodunnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com.
Q? Could I purchase a gift card for a friend? A. Yes. Call me or go to https://giftcard.eventbrite.com.
Q? Could I book all the seats and turn it into a private party? A. Yes. I love that and do that all the time for folks looking for fun birthday party ideas and employee appreciation ideas. If the seats are available I'm happy to turn it into a private murder mystery party for you.
Q? I’d like to arrange a private Whodunnit for Hire murder mystery party elsewhere. Where should I host it? A. Choose a location within 50 miles of Baltimore, Maryland, USA. The location must have free on-site parking, be handicap accessible, and have a single room large enough for your guests. Consider your favorite restaurant. It will likely work.
Q? What is the cost for you to turn my event into a murder mystery? A. The production format (a play with seven actors) is $3750. The game format or team building format (your guests are sleuths and suspects) is $1250. The virtual format is $475.
Q? How many guests should be at my private murder mystery party? A. A minimum of 20 guests. There is no maximum guest count.
Q? I plan to host a private Team-Building Whodunnit for my company. Could I keep this a surprise so my staff doesn't know? Could I get a customized storyline? A. Yes and yes.
Q? How long does it take? A. Plan on two and a half hours. Use this timeline as your guide (the start time is up to you).
6:30 pm Doors Open/Guest Check-Ins/Welcome Reception/Mix and Mingle
7:00 pm Salads Served/Guests Seated/Mystery Begins
7:30 pm Entrees Served followed by Interrogations
8:30 pm Desserts Served followed by Wrap-Up, Curtain Call, and Awards
9:00 pm End (it will take me 20 minutes to break-down, pack-up and vacate)
Q? Should I provide a meal to my guests during the murder mystery? A. Yes. My mysteries are written assuming this is a breakfast, lunch, or dinner event.
Q? Could you provide the meal? A. Yes, if you choose to host the murder mystery party at Dutch's Daughter in Frederick, Doozy's Diner in Catonsville, Doubletree by Hilton in Columbia, Towson Tavern in Towson, or the Donaldson Brown Mansion in Port Deposit.
Q? Should I provide additional entertainment such as a band or DJ? A. No.
Q? Can the guests be in more than one room? A. No.
Q? Why should I book with Whodunnit for Hire? A. I've been doing this for more than twenty years with great success. I am an expert. Your employees are going to have a blast! They will be laughing and engaged, they will communicate and collaborate. They will become fast friends. I've seen it again and again. I know it works. I know that at the end of this party, they will be singing your praises.
Q? What information should I send you to book a murder mystery party? A. Send the location and date and whether you are booking the Production Format ($3500 for seven actors), the Game Format ($1250 for your guests to be the suspects), or the Virtual Format ($499 for 98 logins).
Q? How do I get in touch with you? A. My name is Wendy Olenik, I live in Baltimore, Maryland and I own Whodunnit for Hire. I write the scripts and I produce the events. You may text, call, or email me. I am excited to turn your event into a murder mystery party. But watch out. This is so much fun you might die laughing. Bwhahahahaha.
410-549-2722
reviews
24 days ago
Didn’t know what to expect, just got tickets on whim for a Murder Mystery Dinner but I was blown away with the Wild West Mystery! Could not have been more fun! Definitely keeping an eye out for when they’re in the area & can’t wait to go to the other ones!!
Didn’t know what to expect, just got tickets on whim for a Murder Mystery Dinner but I was blown away with the Wild West Mystery! Could not have been more fun! Definitely keeping an eye out for when they’re in the area & can’t wait to go to the other ones!!
— Robyn F
4 months ago
I hired Wendy to conduct a surprise murder mystery for my wife's 60th birthday party. I told her there would be guests ranging in ages from six months to 80yrs old and I wanted the event to be engaging for all. There was a time span of six months between our initial interaction and the actual party. During that time Wendy c... Read more
I hired Wendy to conduct a surprise murder mystery for my wife's 60th birthday party. I told her there would be guests ranging in ages from six months to 80yrs old and I wanted the event to be engaging for all. There was a time span of six months between our initial interaction and the actual party. During that time Wendy communicated with me regularly and was very flexible with the itinerary. On the night of our special event Wendy did not disappoint. She arrived early ... Read more
— Ray A
5 months ago
Wendy is the GREATEST. A few months ago I had this idea that I wanted a murder mystery reception at my wedding on 10/21. I didn’t know how it would happen but I looked around and found Wendy. She took on the challenge with enthusiasm and she really delivered for us!! My husband (the groom obviously) was the victim and every... Read more
Wendy is the GREATEST. A few months ago I had this idea that I wanted a murder mystery reception at my wedding on 10/21. I didn’t know how it would happen but I looked around and found Wendy. She took on the challenge with enthusiasm and she really delivered for us!! My husband (the groom obviously) was the victim and everyone loved taking photos with zombie him. She worked with us on timing for our entrances, cake cutting, and first dance. She was well rehearsed and mad... Read more
— Linnea N