Murder mystery parties
At Oh Key Escape Games
Step into a world of intrigue, deception, and suspense with our thrilling Murder Mystery parties! Whether you're solving a crime over dinner or unraveling secrets in a themed escape setting, our events promise unforgettable fun for friends, families, coworkers, and curious sleuths of all ages.
Upcoming Events
Check back here often for details on our next public Murder Mystery party! We host a variety of themed events throughout the year—from roaring 1920s speakeasies to haunted manor whodunits. Each experience is packed with puzzles, drama, and plenty of plot twists.
The Wizarding House Puzzle Competition
THE WIZARDING HOUSE PUZZLE CHALLENGE
A Harry Potter–Themed Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Hosted by Oh! Key Escape Games
Location: 3 NW Main St. Blackfoot, ID 83221
-Friday, October 16-7:00 PM
- Recommended for ages 8+
-Only 20 spots available!
Grab your robes, choose your House, and get ready for a magical evening of jigsaw puzzles, costumes, treats, and friendly competition!
CHOOSE YOUR HOUSE
Gryffindor — 5 spots
Slytherin — 5 spots
Ravenclaw — 5 spots
Hufflepuff — 5 spots
Each House will receive the same jigsaw puzzle. When the timer begins, teams will race to complete their puzzle before the other Houses!
Sort your pieces, make a plan, work together, and see if your House has what it takes to be the fastest!
TWO WAYS TO WIN!
FASTEST PUZZLE
A prize will be awarded to the House that completes its jigsaw puzzle first!
BEST COSTUME
Come dressed in your best wizarding attire! A prize will be awarded for the best costume of the night.
MAGICAL REFRESHMENTS
Butterbeer and magical snacks and treats will be available to enjoy throughout the evening.
EVENT DETAILS
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
5 Competitors Per House
20 Participants Maximum
Recommended for Ages 8+
Butterbeer & Treats Available
Prize for Fastest Puzzle
Prize for Best Costume
Choose your House when registering!
Each House is limited to only 5 competitors, so House selection is first come, first served.
Four Houses. Four Puzzles. Two Prizes. One Magical Night.
Murder at Midnight Manor: A Murder Mystery Party
MURDER AT MIDNIGHT MANOR?
A Murder Mystery Party
Join us for an evening of mystery, secrets, clues, and deception at Midnight Manor!
How it works:
Sign up for your ticket, and a character will be assigned to you and mailed to you before the event. Come prepared to step into your role, uncover clues, question suspects, and solve the murder!
-Dinner included
-Prizes for Best Detective & Best Actor
-$35 per ticket
-Only 20 parts available
-7:00 PM
Dress the part, bring your detective skills, and be prepared to suspect everyone.
Can you solve the murder?
Spring Break Day Camp
Escape Room Makers Camp
Kids ages 8–12 are invited to a hands‑on, creativity‑packed Escape Room Makers Camp!
Over four mornings, campers learn how real escape rooms are built as they explore puzzle types, puzzle flow, set design, electronics, and lock mechanics.
Using all provided materials, each team will design and build its own fully playable 10–15-minute escape room, then run it for others on the final day.
Register here
Price: $100 per child (all materials included)
Dates/Time: Mar 23 - Mar 26 9:00 AM–12:00 PM (4‑day camp)
Location: Idaho Science & Technology Charter School (ISTCS)
Instructors: Matt and Jessi Nelson — ISTCS math and drama teachers, and owners of Oh! Key Escape Games
What Kids Will Do
Learn codes, ciphers, and puzzle‑building techniques
Practice puzzle flow and game design
Explore set design and simple electronics
Use real locks, boxes, and props
Build a 10–15-minute themed escape room
Showcase their finished escape room on the final day
What’s Included:
All materials and supplies
Daily hands‑on activitiesTeam‑based creation and problem‑solving
Final showcase experience
A fun, immersive camp that builds creativity, teamwork, and confidence.
Upside Down Jigsaw Puzzle Party
Upside Down Puzzle Competition
Team Guidelines
• Teams may consist of 1–4 players.
• Entry fee is $40 per team.
• Each team must register with a team name (bonus points for Stranger Things references).
Competition Format
• Each team will receive a 500-piece Stranger Things–themed puzzle.
• All puzzles are identical to ensure fairness.
• The competition begins with a countdown and ends when the first team completes their puzzle.
• A judge will verify completion (no missing or incorrectly placed pieces).
• The fastest team to finish wins the grand prize.
Puzzle Rules
• No outside tools allowed.
• Only registered team members may touch the puzzle.
Costume Contest
• Teams are encouraged to dress in Stranger Things themed costumes.
• Best Costume Prize awarded after puzzle competition.
Eggo Waffle Bar
• An Eggo Waffle Bar will be available throughout the event.
• Teams may snack during the competition, but puzzle progress must continue at the table.
• Please enjoy responsibly—sticky syrup fingers and puzzle pieces don’t mix!
Blood Money: A 1920’s Murder Mystery at the Historic Standrod Bank
The vault doors are open… but someone’s not walking out alive.
Join us for Blood Money, an all-new immersive murder mystery set in the roaring 1920s—hosted inside the stunning Historic Standrod Bank. Whether you’re a returning sleuth or a fresh-faced flapper, this story is brand new with twists, turns, and secrets waiting to be uncovered.
How it works:
Sign up to receive a mailed invitation with your character’s backstory, costume inspiration, and clues to get you started.
What’s included:
• Hors d’oeuvres and decadent desserts
• A night of mystery, drama, and vintage flair
• Prizes for: Best Detective, Best Costume, Best Performance
Blood Money: A 1920’s Murder Mystery at the Historic Standrod Bank
The vault doors are open… but someone’s not walking out alive.
Join us for Blood Money, an all-new immersive murder mystery set in the roaring 1920s—hosted inside the stunning Historic Standrod Bank. Whether you’re a returning sleuth or a fresh-faced flapper, this story is brand new with twists, turns, and secrets waiting to be uncovered.
How it works:
Sign up to receive a mailed invitation with your character’s backstory, costume inspiration, and clues to get you started.
What’s included:
• Hors d’oeuvres and decadent desserts
• A night of mystery, drama, and vintage flair
• Prizes for: Best Detective, Best Costume, Best Performance
Host a Private Murder Mystery Party
Want to bring the mystery to your own group? We offer private Murder Mystery parties. Choose from our selection of pre-written themed mysteries.
If you are interested in hosting a private party call or text us at 208-643-7877 or email us at ohkeyescapegames@gmail.com
