1920s Murder Mystery Party Southampton
[Updated: October 2026]
Turn your next party in Southampton into a dazzling night of jazz, secrets and murder with a Great Gatsby murder mystery party. Guests become colourful characters, dress for the era and investigate a suspicious crime while enjoying an unforgettable evening. It is also a great option for groups from Brighton, London and Oxford looking for something completely different.
Best murder mystery party game kits for a 1920s party in Southampton
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1920s Party Quick Guide
- Boxed 1920s murder mystery games delivered straight to your location in Southampton
- Instant downloads
- Small or large groups
- Run at home or in any venue
- Can be self hosted, or you can hire a host for large events
- See our full list of murder mystery games here
- Small group "Dinner Edition" games 4 to 6, 7 to 10 people
- Medium group "Premium Edition" games 9 to 15, 16 to 30 people
- Large group "Premium Edition" games 31 to 60, 61 to 120, 121 to 300, 301 to 600 people
- Any mix of male, female or gender neutral players
Enter a world of speakeasies and secrets
Picture a glamorous gathering where nobody can be trusted and every character has something to hide. A 1920s speakeasy murder mystery game captures that atmosphere with suspicious characters, hidden motives and clues that challenge guests to uncover the killer.
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★★★★ Melanie Elley - Lots of fun and laughs had. We did find it a bit involved though.
Murder mystery games designed for 1920s parties
Planning a Roaring 20s party is easier when the game works around your guests. Our flexible system helps make the best 1920s murder mystery game a practical choice for different party sizes, character combinations and hosting styles.
- Every guest becomes part of the glamorous 1920s story, with a character, secrets and a role in the investigation.
- The 1920s murder mystery game kit includes straightforward instructions that make hosting the investigation simple.
- No acting experience is required, so guests can simply dress up, embrace their characters and enjoy the mystery.
- Flexible character options make it easy to handle changes to your guest list without disrupting the game.
- The host can join the investigation, play a character and solve the mystery without knowing the killer in advance.

Popular 1920s party activities in Southampton
1920s Murder Mystery Evening
Bring the glamour of the Roaring Twenties to Southampton with exciting 1920s murder mystery nights. Dress up, become fascinating characters and investigate a fictional crime as secrets, suspicious motives and unexpected accusations unfold throughout the evening.
- Step into the Jazz Age with a 1920s murder mystery event packed with glamour, scandal and intrigue.
- Every guest has an important role to play, making the investigation an interactive experience from beginning to end.
- Secret motives, private clues and suspicious relationships give everyone something to investigate.
- Watch theories change as guests share information, interrogate suspects and decide who they can trust.
- Celebrate the final reveal together and relive the most outrageous accusations and unexpected moments.
1920s Fancy Dress Party
Give your guests a reason to dress up and get suspicious in Southampton with 1920s murder mystery fancy dress. Everyone can become a colourful Jazz Age character while investigating secrets, questioning suspects and discovering who is hiding the truth.
- Bring the glamour of the Jazz Age to life with spectacular 1920 murder mystery party costumes and intriguing characters.
- Guests become suspects and investigators, making everyone an active part of the unfolding 1920s crime.
- Secret clues, suspicious conversations and outrageous accusations keep the excitement building throughout the evening.
- Let everyone embrace their character and enjoy a wonderfully theatrical experience without needing professional acting skills.
- Finish the night with a dramatic killer reveal that gives everyone plenty to discuss and laugh about.
1920s Speakeasy Party
Bring flappers, gangsters and secretive socialites together in Southampton for an unforgettable 1920s speakeasy party. Create the atmosphere of a hidden nightclub where guests can dress up, mingle and embrace the scandalous spirit of the era.
- Step into a glamorous 1920s speakeasy murder mystery party where flappers, gangsters and socialites become suspects.
- Give every guest a fascinating character with secret information, hidden motives and clues to uncover.
- Keep the investigation exciting with suspicious conversations, secret alliances and dramatic accusations.
- Encourage guests to mingle, interrogate suspects and piece together the evidence as the story unfolds.
- Build towards a thrilling finale where everyone discovers who was really responsible for the murder.
1920s Jazz Night
Celebrate the energy of the Roaring Twenties in Southampton with a stylish evening inspired by 1920s music. Create an atmosphere of jazz, glamour and movement where guests can embrace the spirit of one of the most exciting eras in party history.
- Transport everyone into the dazzling world of the 1920s roaring 20s party with style, glamour and excitement.
- Invite guests to become flappers, gangsters, socialites and other colourful characters from the Jazz Age.
- Build an atmosphere of elegance and mischief with period inspired fashion, music and decorations.
- Give guests plenty of opportunities to mingle, perform their characters and enjoy the spirit of the era.
- Make your celebration feel like an exclusive Roaring Twenties affair that guests will remember long afterwards.
1920s Dinner Party
Let your Southampton dinner party roar with glamour and suspicion through a 1920s murder mystery dinner party game. With delicious food, fascinating characters and a mysterious killer, your guests can enjoy an evening where every conversation could reveal a clue.
- Give your dinner party a delicious Jazz Age twist with inspiring 1920s murder mystery party food ideas.
- Build a tempting menu that lets guests enjoy fabulous food while becoming suspects in the unfolding mystery.
- Create a glamorous dining atmosphere with elegant presentation, period inspired decorations and Roaring Twenties style.
- Use the pauses between courses for questioning, clue sharing and wild theories about the murderer.
- End the evening with a memorable feast, a dramatic reveal and plenty of stories to tell afterwards.
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The games are great, I ordered both a box and an online version. Our host Robyn was fantastic and kept a bunch of 16 years olds entertained for 3 hours (best money I have ever spent LOL) and everything ran smoothly. I think having a host was the key. Bronwyn Kennedy
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Because the solution is not revealed beforehand, the host remains an active participant throughout the mystery.
Murder mystery games work well for intimate gatherings, medium-sized celebrations and larger occasions.
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 Southampton within 7 to 10 Days.
- Downloadable: Download instantly and customise your game straight away.
Why choose murder mystery 1920s parties in Southampton?
- Transform your party into a glamorous 1920s crime scene where guests become flappers, gangsters and suspicious socialites.
- A 1920s murder mystery party game gets people talking, laughing and playing from the moment the investigation begins.
- Clues, secret information and unexpected revelations give guests plenty of reasons to question one another.
- Every character brings their own motives and secrets, making each conversation potentially important to solving the murder.
- The investigation takes surprising turns as guests share evidence, challenge theories and make bold accusations.
- When the murderer is finally exposed, everyone can relive the funniest moments and debate who they suspected along the way.
How do I host a murder mystery 1920s party in Southampton?
Ready to host a 1920s murder mystery party in Southampton? You do not need elaborate production skills to create an evening full of suspense. Choose your mystery, gather your suspects and let the story take over.
- Find your perfect mystery – Pick a Roaring Twenties murder mystery that gives your guests memorable characters and a deliciously suspicious crime to solve.
- Appoint the mastermind – Host the game yourself using the straightforward instructions, or choose a guest who enjoys keeping the action moving.
- Choose the scene – Your living room, dining room, backyard or private function space can become the setting for an unforgettable 1920s crime.
- Recruit your cast – Assign characters ahead of time and give guests their role information so they can arrive dressed and ready to cause trouble.
- Serve up the evening – Combine the mystery with dinner, drinks, canapés or a party buffet for an evening where the food is almost as memorable as the crime.
- Solve the murder – Encourage everyone to question, accuse and defend themselves as the clues emerge, then gather everyone together for the dramatic killer reveal.



Ready to plan your murderous 1920s party in Southampton?
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FAQ
What do you need for a murder mystery party?
You need the game materials (digital or physical), a group of players, a space to host the event, and optional extras like themed decorations, costumes, and food to enhance the experience.
What makes a good murder mystery game?
A good game has a clear storyline, engaging characters, balanced clues, and an easy-to-follow structure that keeps players involved. They are also produced to a high standard of design.
How many guests do I need?
For a 1920s murder mystery party we have options for small games of 1 to 4 people, medium games of 5 to 30 people and large games of 31 to 600 people.
How long does a 1920s murder mystery party last?
Generally you would allow 2 to 3 hours.
Can guests come without costumes?
1920s costumes look super cool but are not essential. Why not provide some cheap hats and feather boas.
Can children play?
Kids are fine but that is up to you. The 1920s theme does include violence and bootleg alcohol so you have to consider that.
Can everyone be a suspect?
Yes, everyone is a suspect gangster right up until the end.
What happens if someone cancels?
Our games are super flexible and immediately adapt to different guest numbers.
Can I host the game outdoors?
You could especially in an old barn but normally you would pick an indoor art deco venue.