Interrogate the suspects. Follow the clues. Solve the case before anyone else.
TRUE CRIME WITH A SIDE OF COMEDY.
A high-stakes mystery driven by improv. Sharp, fast, and different every night.
ONE NIGHT. ZERO PLANNING.
Everything is included… you just show up and play!
WHY THE DINNER DETECTIVE IS Lincoln, NE'S #1 MURDER MYSTERY EXPERIENCE
A Live, Immersive Murder Mystery Unlike Any Other
Most murder mystery dinner shows put actors on a stage in silly costumes. We do the opposite — our professional cast is hidden in the audience, turning every guest into a potential suspect. You'll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner, and the criminal is lurking somewhere in the room with you. Before the night is over, you just might find yourself as a Prime Suspect.
Dinner and a Show, All in One Ticket
Every admission includes our multi-course plated dinner, wait staff gratuity, the full interactive show, and a prize package for the Top Sleuth — no hidden fees, no surprises. Visit our FAQ page for location-specific details including parking, bar availability, and menu info, then click a show date below to see pricing and get tickets.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Our murder mystery dinner is one of the most popular choices for date nights, birthday parties, bachelorette celebrations, corporate events, team-building outings, and holiday gatherings — consistently rated one of the top experiences in Lincoln, NE on TripAdvisor, Google, and Yelp. Our shows are geared toward adults; some mild content, loud noises, and adult humor will be present. Teenagers with adult supervision may be permitted — see our FAQ for age restrictions at this location. No infants or young children may attend.
Award-Winning Live Entertainment, 20+ Years Running
The Dinner Detective has been performing live murder mystery dinner shows since 2004 and now operates in over 100 cities across North America. Our Lincoln, NE location is beloved by locals and visitors alike. Visit our FAQ page for complete show details including showtimes, accessibility info, and rescheduling policies.
Our Location
Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel
333 S 13th St Lincoln, NE 68508
PARKING INFO: The city of Lincoln owns two adjacent covered parking garages. Current parking charges are free for the first hour and then $1.25 per additional hour. Garage pricing and hours of operation are subject to change.
Our Menu
What's on the Menu
Traditional Bruschetta
Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing, Dinner Rolls, and Butter
Choice of Entrée
Chicken
Chicken Florentine
w/ Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers, & Feta Cheese with Rosemary Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans
Fish
Roasted Salmon
w/ lemon Pesto Cream Sauce with Rice Pilaf & Asparagus
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Prices do not include local taxes & fees or performer gratuity. Taxes & fees will be displayed before checkout, and performer gratuity is optional and always appreciated.
Pricing may change for certain in-demand dates and holidays.
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