MYSTERY PARTY
FAQ

Each Part of the Plot mystery includes a 3.5 hour hosted experience with character booklets, personal goals, secrets, and themed props. Your host guides you as you interact, uncover secrets, and become part of the story. Public tickets also include a light meal.

• Premium: Includes additional themed props and requires two hosts to run the experience.
• Classic: Our traditional mystery party experience, with everything your group needs to become part of the story.
• Quick: Shorter experiences designed for groups who want an interactive mystery without committing to a full-length game. (In development.)

Part of the Plot is perfect for anyone looking for something more interactive than a traditional party or dinner. Our mysteries are great for friends, families, birthdays, holiday gatherings, community groups, apartment community events, and other social occasions.

Our games are suitable for ages 12+, though public events may target specific age groups. Check the event registration details for age recommendations and themes.

Private parties can accommodate teens, adults, or mixed-age groups. Players should be able to read and understand character materials independently, though younger players may participate with help from an adult or older player.

Absolutely not! The games are designed so that anyone can participate. You don't have to be an actor to become part of the story.

For public games, the general area is listed with the event registration details. The exact address and your character assignment will be emailed to you no later than 3 days before the event.

For private games, you choose the venue and provide the space. See the private party FAQ for space requirements.

We currently serve locations within about 30 minutes of Idaho Falls. Outside that area? Reach out—we may still be able to accommodate you!

Absolutely! Our games are available to purchase, so you can host your own game with your friends, family, or group. Some of our games are created by independent game designers, while others will be original games written by Part of the Plot.

• Payment: We accept cash and major credit and debit cards through Stripe.
• Deposit: A 50% deposit reserves your private game date. The remaining balance is due 7 days before your event.
• Cancellations & Refunds:
  • More than 14 days before: Fully refundable or transferable.
  • 7–14 days before: Transferable to a new date, subject to availability.
  • Less than 7 days before: Nonrefundable.

Please review our Guest Guidelines before your game. They cover a few simple rules to help everyone stay safe, respect the space, and enjoy the experience.

You provide the space and the cast! Your venue should have approximately 800 square feet or more, with room for guests to mingle and have private conversations. Your home, backyard, apartment community room, clubhouse, or a rented event space can all work well. Food and decorations are optional. See “What if I choose to provide food?” below for tips.

Our games are designed to keep the action moving! We recommend a buffet-style meal or finger foods that guests can enjoy while mingling and interacting with one another. A formal sit-down meal isn't recommended.

No problem! Your group size can vary within the game's recommended range. How you assign characters can affect how easily we can accommodate changes:

• Characters assigned ahead of time: Players can prepare for their roles before the game. If an essential character is unable to attend, we may need to make a few adjustments to the cast, but we'll help make it work.
• Characters assigned at the party: Players won't have as much time to prepare beforehand, but changes to the group are generally easier to accommodate. As long as the minimum number of players attends, there shouldn't be a problem.