Murder Mystery Party Masterton
[Updated: September 2026]
Looking for an event activity that gets everyone involved? Throughout Masterton, Carterton, Greytown and Featherston and the wider Wellington area, murder mystery parties have become a popular choice for groups wanting something more engaging than traditional entertainment.
Best murder mystery party game kits for events in Masterton
Tracy Gang 1920s
Hollywood Scandal
Intravenous Investigation
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Murder Mystery Games Quick Guide
- Boxed murder mystery games delivered straight to your door in Masterton
- Instant downloads
- Team building, birthdays or any occasion
- At home, at the office or in any venue
- Get a friend or professional host to present your game
- See our full list of murder mystery games here
- Small group games 4 to 6, 7 to 10 people
- Medium group games 9 to 15, 16 to 30 people
- Large group games 31 to 60, 61 to 120, 121 to 300, 301 to 600 people
- Any mix of male, female or gender neutral players
- Kids, teen and adult games
What Is a Murder Mystery Party?
A murder mystery party is a fantastic excuse to gather your favourite people together for a night of mystery and intrigue. Throughout the evening guests uncover clues, expose secrets and try to stay one step ahead of the competition. By the end everyone is desperate to find out whether they solved the mystery or completely missed the obvious clues.
Google Review
★★★★ Piper Marsh The game was easy to download and follow. The team had a great time.
How our murder mystery games are different
Our advanced murder mystery game engine lets you choose the format that works best for your group. Player numbers and gender selections can be adjusted before the game is created, with all relevant materials adapting automatically. You get a complete murder mystery experience without compromising on flexibility.
- Our freeform approach eliminates the fear of acting in front of a crowd.
- All players are involved from start to finish.
- The presenter can solve the mystery alongside the guests.
- The event can scale to suit many different group sizes.
- Hosting requires minimal effort.
Popular occasions for a murder mystery party in Masterton
Private Parties
A private murder mystery party encourages guests to interact while following an entertaining storyline. A private murder mystery dinner adds secrets, motives and unexpected twists to the celebration.
- Enjoy a private party hosted in the comfort of your own home.
- Invite your favourite people to solve the mystery together.
- Set up an entertaining evening without complicated preparation.
- Create a memorable private celebration for friends and family.
Christmas Parties
Many people enjoy the combination of festive fun and mystery that a Christmas murder mystery provides. The balance of entertainment and interaction appeals to a wide range of guests.
- Adds excitement to holiday gatherings
- Encourages festive interaction
- Provides entertainment for the whole event
- Creates memorable Christmas moments
- Suitable for friends and colleagues
Hen's Night
Plan a hen's night filled with fun, laughter and mystery. A hen's do is a great way to give everyone an entertaining role to play.
- Help everyone break the ice and join in.
- Encourage friends to mingle and share the fun.
- Celebrate the hen with an interactive party.
- Make the night memorable for the whole group.
Corporate Events
Give your team a shared challenge with exciting corporate activities Masterton. A murder mystery is one of the best corporate event ideas for encouraging colleagues to exchange clues, discuss theories and solve problems together. The whole team works towards the same goal.
- Perfect for businesses in Masterton, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt or across Wellington.
- Play in the office or hire a venue like Copthorne Resort Solway Park.
- Corporate murder mystery dinner.
- Corporate event entertainment.
Murder Mystery Dinner
Enjoy a murder mystery dinner Masterton for something different from a traditional dinner party. Follow the clues and uncover the killer.
- Host a murder mystery dinner at home.
- Enjoy an interactive murder mystery dinner.
- Bring guests together for a murder mystery dinner.
- Create an unforgettable murder mystery dinner party.
Team Building
Team building activities Masterton give colleagues an opportunity to interact in a relaxed setting. A murder mystery is one of the most entertaining team building events for encouraging communication and collaboration. Every guest becomes part of the investigation.
- Create engaging team building events.
- Murder mystery games are amazing team building games.
- Host a fun team building party.
- Hold team building evenings and dinners.
- Enjoy team building activities.
Birthday Parties
Murder mystery birthday parties Masterton make milestone celebrations even more memorable. They are suitable for teenage birthday parties and adult birthday parties looking for an interactive experience. Enjoy a thrilling birthday mystery throughout Masterton or across Wellington.
- Children's murder mystery birthday parties - 11th and 12th birthdays.
- Teenage murder mystery birthday parties - 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th and 17th birthdays.
- Adult birthday parties - 18th, 19th, 21st, 30th, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays.
- Give your favourite person a surprise birthday party filled with clues, secrets and surprises.
Murder Mystery Night
Murder mystery nights Masterton make social gatherings more interactive and exciting. Invite your guests to investigate the crime together.
- Enjoy a murder mystery game night.
- Plan a murder mystery date night.
- Experience interactive murder mystery nights.
- Create memorable murder mystery nights.
Where can I hold a murder mystery party in Masterton?
| Group Size | Players | Typical Venues |
|---|---|---|
| Small Groups | 1 to 15 People | You could host a murder mystery party at home in Masterton, in the office, or at a venue like Copthorne Solway Lounge. |
| Medium Groups | 15 to 60 People | Medium-sized events can be held at home, at work, or at venues like Copthorne Resort Solway Park. |
| Large Groups | 60 to 600 People | Large group events in Masterton can be held in halls, hotels, conference centres, or venues like War Memorial Stadium. |
Customer Testimonial
We had a great time doing the game. I hosted the evening. I thought everything you provided was excellent. I had a good idea of what to do and how to do it with the information provided. Everyone enjoyed themselves and were so involved we did not take any photos sadly. It was the 80s theme and everyone dressed up which was great and really helped create the atmosphere. The clues were challenging without giving everything away and the team has already asked if we can do another one sometime. Thank you, we will order from you again in the future. Merrin Jack
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Because the game is spoiler free, the host can participate and enjoy the mystery alongside the other guests.
Whether you have a small, medium or large group, there are murder mystery options to suit your event.
Delivery Options
You can access your games in 2 main formats:
- Boxed: Have a high-quality boxed game shipped directly to your home or workplace in Masterton within 5 to 8 days.
- Downloadable: Download instantly and customise your game straight away.
Why choose a murder mystery party in Masterton?
- Watching people embrace their costumes and characters is entertaining before the mystery even starts.
- Characters allow guests to act confidently and dramatically without feeling awkward.
- Players spend the evening questioning, accusing, and investigating each other.
- Each role is carefully designed with secrets and motives that influence the outcome.
- There are no filler characters because every guest contributes to the experience.
- Everyone enjoys comparing theories after the mystery has been solved.
How do I host a murder mystery party in Masterton?
With a little planning, hosting a murder mystery party in Masterton can be easy and incredibly enjoyable. Follow these six steps to get everything organised.
- Choose an amazing murder mystery – Order a game that is suitable for your group and the type of celebration you have planned.
- Decide who is presenting – Choose yourself, a friend or a professional presenter to guide the investigation.
- Pick a venue – Host at home, at the office or in a private venue that gives everyone room to participate.
- Invite everyone – Send out invitations with the date, time and location.
- Prepare food and decorations – Use themed food and decorations to create the right mood for the mystery.
- Have a fantastic night – Enjoy the story, the suspects, the clues and the final solution.
Ready to start your murderous adventure in Masterton?
Choose one of our murder mystery games below and start planning a killer night of fun for your guests.
Tracy Gang 1920s
Hollywood Scandal
Intravenous Investigation
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Hosting an event in Wellington?
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- Murder Mystery Party Upper Hutt
- Murder Mystery Party Hamilton
- Murder Mystery Party Tauranga
- Murder Mystery Party Feilding
- Murder Mystery Party Rotorua
- Murder Mystery Party Te Awamutu
- Murder Mystery Party Pukekohe
- Murder Mystery Party Rangiora
FAQ
How many people do I need for a murder mystery game?
Boxed games are for 9 to 60 or 61 to 120 people.
Downloadable games are for 1 to 15, 16 to 30, 31 to 60, 61 to 120, 120 to 300 or 301 to 600 people.
How long does a murder mystery party take?
A typical murder mystery party lasts between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the game format, number of players, and how quickly guests engage with the mystery. Smaller groups often finish closer to 2 hours, while larger groups may take up to 3 hours as more players interact and share clues.
Do my guests have to act?
Absolutely not! No acting experience is required. Players can participate at their own comfort level. If the murder mystery places participants in groups this is even better. The more gregarious players can take the spotlight while the more reserved players can share clues or sleuth away in the background.
What is included in a murder mystery game kit?
Dinner Edition
- Digital invitations
- Decoration ideas
- The Presenter's Handbook
- 8 name badges
- A Suspect's Sheet for each player
- 8 round 1 scripts
- 8 round 2 scripts
- 8 round 3 scripts
- 2 prop materials
- The full story
Premium Edition
- Digital invitations
- Decoration ideas
- The Murder in a Box – box (not in download)
- Contents sheet
- The Presenter's Handbook
- Extra games
- 8 name badges
- A Suspect's Sheet for each player
- 8 round 1 scripts
- 8 round 2 scripts
- 8 round 3 scripts
- 3 prop materials e.g. Evidence that is hidden and found
- The full story
- 15 to 120 character name badges
- Planning a fantastic party guide book
- 60 to 120 cryptic clues
- A pair of handcuffs (not in download)
- Special awards
- Team directions/Sleuthing materials
- 8 to 16 pens (not in download)
- 8 to 16 sets of team directions
- Welcome sign
- Information about venue set up
What if I have an odd number of guests or last-minute dropouts?
Our games are super flexible and allow characters to be removed or reassigned easily so the game can continue even if a player drops out. You will never need to worry about last minute cancellations.
Can the host play too?
Yes!
Our games come with a step by step run sheet that guides you through every part of the game. The murderer is only identified in the full story so you can keep the game spoiler free until everyone finds out.
How much will the whole murder mystery party cost?
You receive 2 to 3 hours of entertainment for half the price of hiring a karaoke machine.
You should factor in these costs:
- The cost of your murder mystery game.
- The cost of your murder mystery host.
- The cost of your venue.
- The cost of food and drink.
- The cost of decorations.
Are the games suitable for work functions?
Yes. Murder mystery games are popular for Masterton corporate events because they encourage communication, teamwork, and participation.
Do you sell murder mystery games in Masterton?
Yes! We have been selling murder mystery games in Masterton since 1990.
You can access your games in 2 main formats:
- Boxed: Order a premium boxed edition and have it delivered to Masterton within 5 to 8 days.
- Downloadable: Instantly download your game and start preparing your event in minutes.
What is an ideal murder mystery venue in Masterton?
| Group Size | Players | Typical Venues |
|---|---|---|
| Small Groups | 1 to 15 People | You could host a murder mystery party at home in Masterton, in the office, or at a venue like Copthorne Solway Lounge. |
| Medium Groups | 15 to 60 People | Medium-sized events can be held at home, at work, or at venues like Copthorne Resort Solway Park. |
| Large Groups | 60 to 600 People | Large group events in Masterton can be held in halls, hotels, conference centres, or venues like War Memorial Stadium. |
How much time does it take to prepare?
If you want to use the run sheet and just go for it then the preparation time is zero!
If you want to feel confident as the presenter you should set aside at least 2 hours to get ready.
Boxed games have no preparation required but downloadable games will take about 45 minutes to print and cut up.
Are there physical, downloadable and virtual options?
Yes!
You can get a pre-printed boxed game, and instant download or use our amazing virtual game engine so you can play remotely over Teams or Zoom.