Friday, September 25, 2026

Mischief Magic & Murder: Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre 2026

301 Greenville Avenue, Staunton

Get ready for an evening of suspense, suspicion and intrigue where every twist and turn leads closer to the truth… or does it?

Morris Slumpthorn is the renowned professor of arcane studies at Olde Staunton University of Witchcraft & Wizardry.

Professor Slumpthorn is on the verge of a major breakthrough. He has invited you and other esteemed guests to his home in Olde Staunton to dine with him as he reveals his latest discovery. But beware, all is not as it seems, and not all wizards should be trusted …{dun dun Dunn}

Event Details:

Your evening begins with a Potions (1/2) Hour:

Meet & greet other guests, take photos or pick up a specialty potion from the cash bar. Be sure to stay alert for hints and clues of any suspicious behavior from your host or fellow invitees.

Following Potions Hour dinner is served.

Enjoy a 3-course buffet style meal including salad, entrée & dessert.

As you dine, the mystery will unfold before your eyes. If you pay close attention you’ll find everything you need to put together the clues and solve a magical murder. You may even be called upon to assist magical law enforcement in identifying the killer!

Space is limited and the event was SOLD OUT in past years, so snag your tickets now before they disappear!

Enjoy the show!

Show Dates & Times:
Friday, September 25th
6:30 PM – Doors/Bar opens
7:00 PM – Show begins
Saturday, September 26th
4:00 PM – Doors/Bar opens
4:30 PM – Show begins
&
7:30 PM – Doors/Bar opens
8:00 PM – Show begins

*Ticket time indicates beginning of potions 1/2 hour. Curtain time is 30 minutes after ticket time.

Attire & Seating:

Guests are welcome to dress to impress in your favorite wizarding or non-magical finery (casual attire is welcome as well)

Seating will be on a first come first serve basis, other than groups who have purchased an entire 6 person table. Group purchased tables will be reserved and labeled with the last name of the party who purchased the table.

Tickets:

Tickets can be purchased online at: https://mischiefmagicandmurder.simpletix.com/

ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED
Tickets will not be sold at the door.

Ticket includes an ORIGINAL, FAMILY FRIENDLY two-hour immersive murder mystery experience performed by professional actors, a delicious three-course meal!

Please bring a digital or printed copy of your ticket confirmation to present at check-in prior to your showtime.

*Discounted children’s tickets/meal available

**On-site event parking available

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