Most nights out end with dinner. This one ends with an accusation. The Murder Mystery is an interactive, trolley-based whodunit that begins and ends at the Pillsbury Club in Minneapolis, and you are not just watching the story. You are in it.

What happens on the Murder Mystery?

The story begins as a hunt for a notorious jewel thief, the case of the missing jewels. You are invited to an exclusive cocktail party for the rich and powerful at the Pillsbury Mansion, where everyone has something to hide. Then murder strikes. Set in the glitz and danger of the Roaring Twenties, every guest is a suspect, clues surface, alliances form and accusations fly, and it is up to your group to piece the truth together before the killer slips away. The tour is run by Minneapolis Trolley Tours, and its page notes it is popular and likely to sell out.

What should you wear?

The tour’s description invites guests to dress in their finest Great Gatsby–era attire. Think beads, feathers, suspenders and a good hat. It is not required to enjoy the story, but it adds to the fun, and it makes for a great group photo in front of the mansion.

Who is it for?

The experience is built for groups, parties and a fun night out: friends, birthdays, team outings and date nights with a competitive streak. If you are unsure which Club experience fits your group, our guide to which Pillsbury Club experience to book compares the options, and the True Crime Tour is the better pick if you prefer real history over a fictional caper.

How do you book?

Tours begin and end at the Pillsbury Club. Visit the Experiences & Tours page and choose Murder Mystery to book. The Club is private and members-only, and reservations are required in advance, so see Plan Your Visit for hours and policies. Want to know how to spend the hour before departure? Read what to do before your trolley tour, and browse the club rooms and the dining page for more of what the Club offers.

You will be gathering inside a National Register mansion, so if you are curious about the house, our History Journal tells the story, starting with the Pillsbury family and company, or browse the full History Journal.

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