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Once Upon A Murder

A Timeless Tale of Treachery and Treason in a Kingdom Far, Far Away

Guest Info

What you need to know about the Ball
and the other guests attending…

Who to expect at the Grand Ball

PRINCE CHARMING • Prince. The leader of the kingdom and heartthrob to many, this dashing young man will have numerous decisions to make – all of which will affect the outcome of the night.

FELICITY • Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother. Still doting over the disappearance of her goddaughter, Felicity continues to hope that Cinderella will reappear and everyone will live happily ever after.

GRISELDA • Cinderella’s Stepsister. After years of animosity, Griselda has earned Cinderella’s trust and her place in the castle. Now that Cinderella is gone, will Griselda be next to disappear mysteriously?

RAPUNZEL • Princess. Desperate to get out of her tower, this trapped temptress may have more than one offer on the table… the question is which one will she pick?

SNOW • Snow White.
 
With hopes of moving out of the forest, this princess hopes to soon be known not as the daughter of a queen that is evil, but as the wife of a prince that is charming.

HERB • Dwarf. Like a brother to Snow, Snow’s dependence on Herb is endearing to some and annoying to others.

NOSY • Dwarf. Ambitious and inquisitive, this dwarf can’t keep their nose out of anyone’s business. Be hopeful you are not the murderer, because Nosy will be out to expose you!

ALADDIN • Prince.
 Royalty by marriage, Aladdin continues to use his power to grow his palace collection of possessions. At what point will his princess say enough is enough?

JASMOOR • Princess. Feeling left out by all of the excitement around the search for a new princess, Jasmine is left to herself and her palace.

JINN • Genie. Put in this world to grant Aladdin’s wishes, Jinn can’t solve Aladdin’s problems single-handedly, but they will try…

BELLE • Beast’s wife. Suspicious of her husband’s actions, Belle is not the only one who is questioning what Beast is doing in the woods.

BEAST • Belle’s husband. Once feared for his appearance, Beast has taken on a new identity as prince. While his physique may have changed, that doesn’t mean his temperament has.

HANSEL • Orphan. In love with a princess, the only way Hansel can gain her affection is to prove he will adequately provide for her.

GRETEL • Orphan. Left behind as a child, Gretel will not allow for her beau to do the same.

RED • Little Red Riding Hood. 
This is one girl who is certainly not distracted or lost. Red will use her will and wit to make sure she and her grandmother are taken care of.

GRAM • Red’s Grandmother. Aging and helpless, this grandmother once fought off a wolf with the help of the woodcutter – will history be able to repeat itself?

AXE • Woodcutter. Protector of Gram and Red, Axe refuses to seek his own happiness until he insures Gram and Red are provided for.

TEETH • Big, Bad Wolf. After earlier wishing to devour Red, now he hopes to marry her. Red has other plans for her future, but it is unclear what her beholders intend.

RUMPELSTILTZKIN • Imp.
 Known for trickery, scheming and deception, Rumpelstiltzkin’s tactics may be just what this kingdom needs to find out who really is behind Cinderella’s disappearance…

HAMLET • Little Pig. 
This seasoned realtor knows a thing or two about building and selling houses.

 

Unfamiliar with fairy tale characters?

Click on the characters’ names above to follow links to the stories where these characters originated.

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Costumes

Costume Gallery

Costumes Ideas

 

A fairy tale themed party is a magical and whimsical idea for any event, whether it’s a child’s birthday party or an adult costume party. Here are some fairy tale costume ideas and inspiration for both kids and adults:
     

 

Cinderella: Dress up as the classic Disney princess with a blue ball gown, glass slippers, and a tiara.

 

Snow White: Wear a yellow and blue dress, a red headband, and carry a basket with apples.

   

Little Red Riding Hood: Put on a red hooded cape, a white pinafore dress, and carry a basket with a plush wolf or fox.

Sleeping Beauty: Don a pink or blue gown and a tiara to become Aurora, the sleeping beauty.

Beauty and the Beast: Become Belle with a yellow ball gown and a red rose accessory.


Rapunzel: Get the long-haired Rapunzel look with a purple dress and a long blonde wig.

   

Fairy Godmother: Bring some magic to the party with a glittery, flowing gown and a wand.

 

Prince Charming: Don a regal suit, a crown, and a sword to become a dashing prince.

   

The Big Bad Wolf: Dress as the infamous villain with a wolf mask, furry gloves, and a plaid shirt.

The Evil Queen: Dress in a regal, black gown and carry a poison apple prop.

 

You can also mix and match characters or create your own fairy tale-inspired costume for a unique twist on the theme. Don’t forget to accessorize and use makeup to complete your look. Whether you choose to be a hero, a villain, or a magical creature, a fairy tale-themed costume party is a great opportunity to let your imagination run wild.

 

Get inspiration for your costumes here, and check out the tabs on the side to find costumes resources!

    

 

 

 

 

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Hairstyles

     

Princess hairstyles often feature elegance, intricate braids, and beautiful accessories.Whether you’re dressing up as a Disney princess, a classic fairy tale character, or just want a royal look for a special occasion, here are some princess-inspired hairstyle ideas:

Classic Princess Updo: Create an elegant updo with curls or waves for a timeless princess look. You can add a tiara or a jeweled hairpin for that extra regal touch.


Crown Braid: A crown braid encircling your head gives you a beautiful and ethereal appearance. It’s a versatile choice that suits various princess styles.

Ballerina Bun:  A high, sleek bun adds sophistication to your look. Accessorize with a sparkling headband or tiara for a princess feel.

Waterfall Braid: This intricate braid style features strands that cascade like a waterfall. It’s a whimsical choice for a romantic and fairy tale look.

  

Side-Swept Curls: Create soft, side-swept curls for a gentle and graceful appearance. Add a floral or crystal hairpin to elevate the style.

Half-Up, Half-Down with Braid: Combine the charm of half-up, half-down hair with small braids intertwined for a bohemian princess vibe.

Tousled Waves: Loose, tousled waves give you a relaxed and beachy princess look. Adorn your hair with seashell or pearl accessories for a mermaid-inspired style.

       

Renaissance-Style Braids: For a Renaissance or medieval princess look, create intricate braids and twist them into an updo or crown, and add some faux flowers or ribbons.

Grecian Goddess: Achieve the look of a Greek goddess with a loose, flowy hairstyle. Crown it with a golden laurel wreath or headpiece.

Regal Ponytail: Elevate a simple ponytail by making it sleek and adding a decorative hair tie or ribbon.

 

Blossom Braid: Incorporate small flower blossoms into your braids for a fresh and enchanting look.

Side Bun with Flowers: Create an off-center bun and decorate it with fresh or faux flowers for a whimsical and romantic hairstyle.

 

Victorian Ringlets: Embrace the style of Victorian-era princesses with small, defined ringlets that frame your face.

Medieval Inspired: For a medieval princess look, use a circlet or a bejeweled headpiece with long, loose waves or braids.

 

Remember to consider the accessories you pair with your hairstyle to complete the princess look, whether it’s tiaras, crowns, ribbons, flowers, or jeweled hairpins. These details can help you achieve a magical and regal appearance fit for a princess.

 

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Decoration Ideas

Setting the Scene

Creating Your Entrance

Creating Your Entrance

    

 

Royal Entrance: Use a trumpet sound effect to herald the arrival of each guest.

Enchanted Path: Lay down a crimson walkway leading to your door.

             

Princess Gateway: Set up a balloon gateway using hues of blush, alabaster, and metallic silver for attendees to make a grand entrance.

Royal Greeting: Have Prince Charming welcome your guests with a nod and a smile.

Mystical Transport: If budget allows, rent or craft a prop that resembles Cinderella’s golden pumpkin carriage and place it near the entrance, adding to the fairy tale wonder.

Carriage Directions: Display the provided “Stagecoach Parking” sign to guide your guests on where to station their carriages.

Beginning of the Tale: As your guests step in, let them be greeted by a “Once Upon A Time” placard.

    

Magical Wilderness: Design an outdoor area mimicking an “enchanted forest,” complete with ethereal beings like fairies, gnomes, and woodland elves.

   

Fortress Front: Construct a castle exterior using lightweight Styrofoam. Directions included with mystery purchase.

  • Arrange wooden boards to resemble a charming drawbridge for guests to cross. Hint: Scour the clearance section of nearby hardware stores for budget-friendly options.
  • Craft a chain from black craft paper, perfect for adding some medieval ambiance to your drawbridge or a faux dungeon setting.
   

Mystical Markers: Scatter stone-inspired plaques or signs throughout your venue. [Instructions are included with mystery.]

Fairy Tale Fog: Rent a fog machine to create a ground-level mist around the entrance, giving the sense of stepping into a mystical, unknown world.

   

Wishing Well: Set up a whimsical wishing well adorned with a golden orb and a frog figure (either a plush toy or garden ornament). Nearby, display a sign that playfully beckons, “Kiss me”. (See image below. The sign is provided with the mystery package purchase.)

 

 

   

 

      

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Inside Your Party Space

Inside the Party Space

         

  • Banner Details: make a Once Upon A Murder banner to Create Stone Walls: Use stone wall scene setters to easily and inexpensively give you castle walls.
 

 

  • Grand Ballroom Floor: Craft using faux “marble” laminate tiles. These are easily found at budget-friendly prices in local hardware stores. Lay them on a repurposed plywood sheet for added durability.
  • Hula Hoop Chandelier: Design an innovative chandelier using hula hoops. Find Out How Here.
  • Mystery Posters: Strategically position “reward,” “missing,” and “announcement” signs throughout the party space (included in the mystery kit).

             

 

  • Magical Ambiance: Adorn your venue with an abundance of white twinkle lights to infuse a sense of enchantment and wonder.
  • Prince’s Treasure Exhibit: Showcase Prince Charming’s opulent riches for all to see and admire.
  • Royal Seating: Transform an ordinary chair into a regal throne by spray painting it in shimmering gold. Enhance its authenticity with plush velvet cushions or decorative accents.
           
  • Mystical Messages: Present character introductions, investigation reports, evidence presentations, and solutions on aged-looking scrolls. (For scroll crafting instructions, refer to the “scroll invite” guide included in the party packet.) Alternatively, seal these documents with an authentic wax emblem for added flair.
 
 
  • Mirror of Enchantment: Display a grand mirror with an accompanying sign proclaiming, “Who is the fairest of them all?”. Use the design provided in the packet, conveniently ready for printing. For an immersive touch, consider printing on transparent paper and affixing directly to the mirror’s surface, as we did.

  

  • Missing Slipper: Hang a poster of a glass slipper or perhaps and ladies dress shoe decorated with the saying “Have You Seen this Slipper?”
  • Bewitched Apples: Present a bowl brimming with crimson apples, ominously marked with a “POISON” label.
  • Royal Banners & Crests: Hang fabric banners and crests representing different fictional kingdoms or families. These can be embellished with glitter or metallic paints for added effect.
 
 

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Setting Your Table

Setting Your Table

           
  • Royal Feast Table: A long table adorned with luxurious fabrics, gem-encrusted goblets, and candelabras would fit the theme perfectly.
       
    • Assemble a single, elongated table for the meal. Accentuate it with a vibrant or metallic fabric runner.
    • Embellish the table runner with intricate patterns using gold fabric paint.
    • Enhance tablecloths by adhering dazzling jewels to their edges, and opt for gold or silver-toned disposable dinnerware for a regal touch.
  • Enchanted Stagecoach Place Cards: Arrange the dining space with fairy tale-inspired stagecoach place cards for every guest. View Sample Here. These can serve as delightful keepsakes. Optionally, pair these cards with their money, objectives, etc., at the night’s onset or craft unique place cards using the designs provided in the mystery kit.
a horse drawn carriage a close-up of a watch

 

  • Jeweled Goblets: Acquire gold-toned plastic cups and artistically affix faux gemstones to their exteriors for a luxurious drinking experience.
  • Elegant Floral Centerpiece: Position a bouquet of pristine white roses, either artificial or fresh, in a transparent vase filled with glittering gems or ornate beads.

     
  • Display your menu for everyone to see or have it at each place setting. (Menu template included with package.)

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Lighting

Lighting

       

Here’s how to craft a magical, mysterious atmosphere with lights:

Candlelight:

  • Creates a warm, intimate, and slightly mysterious atmosphere.
  • Use:
    •  real candles in ornate candle holders
    • Candelabra
    • lanterns
    • For safety, LED candles can be scattered throughout the venue, especially in places where there’s a lot of movement.
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Fairy Lights: Produces a whimsical, starlit effect.

  • Drape strings of fairy lights overhead
  •  wrap them around trees, pillars, or other fixtures.
  •  Battery-operated fairy lights can be placed inside jars or vases for table centerpieces.
 
 

Glowing Lanterns: Offers a soft, enchanting glow.

  • Hang paper lanterns (available in various colors and designs) from the ceiling, or place them along pathways.
  •  Battery-operated tea lights or LED lights can safely illuminate them.
  
 

Torches & Wall Sconces: Evokes a medieval castle atmosphere.

  • For an outdoor setting, real torches can be used. 
  • Indoors, LED torches or wall sconces with flickering bulbs can give the illusion of flame without the risk.
 
   

Colored Uplighting: Sets a dramatic tone and highlights architectural details.

  • Rent or purchase LED uplights. 
  • They can be placed at the base of walls, pillars, or behind sheer drapes to wash areas in colors that complement the theme.

Mist & Low-Lying Fog: Creates a mysterious, otherworldly atmosphere, perfect for a murder mystery.

  • Rent a fog machine and use it sparingly in certain areas, like the entrance, for a dramatic effect.

Crystal Ball Centerpiece: Gives a focal mystical element to tables or main areas.

  • Use large clear orbs or bowls filled with fairy lights or LED bases that change colors.
 
 

Color Scheme

Color Scheme

          

 

Creating a color scheme for a fairy-tale themed murder mystery party can be a fun and creative endeavor. You’ll want to incorporate colors that evoke a sense of enchantment and mystery. Here’s a color scheme that you can consider:

 

Royal Blue and Silver: Use royal blue and silver to represent the regal and mysterious aspects of fairy tales, like castles and magical items. These colors can be incorporated in decorations and costumes.

      

Deep Red: Incorporate deep red as an accent color, symbolizing passion and danger. Red roses or apples, like in the story of Snow White, can be elements to tie into the theme.

   

     

Fairy Wing Pastels: Soft pastel colors like light pink, lavender, and soft blue can be used to represent the magical and whimsical elements of fairy tales, particularly fairies.

Mysterious Purple: Use shades of purple, such as deep violet or lavender, to add an air of mystery and intrigue to your theme.

       

     

Remember to use these colors for decorations, costumes, invitations, and other party elements to create a cohesive and magical atmosphere for your fairy-tale themed murder mystery party.

 

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Create A Photo Spot!

Create A Photo Spot! 

      

Give your guests an unforgettable souvenir by setting up a photo area where they can capture a picture of themselves in character.

        

 

 

 

A few suggestions:

  • Pick a place where there will be good lighting.
  • Accessories and decorations can make the difference. Have some extra props on hand that your guests can pose with.
  • An easy way to create a background is to use a “scene setter.” These affordable rolls of images transform your room instantly and make for a good backdrop to your picture.
  • Make sure there is enough room to fit everyone into the frame.
  • For individual shots of guests, designate someone to be in charge of pictures as your guests arrive.
    • Consider your character list and which character would fit the role of taking the picture. I.e., if you want mugshots, perhaps ask the investigator to be in charge of taking the pictures.

       

  • For a group picture, take one just before the introduction is read or right after the solution is read (before people may start heading out).
    • These are two times when you can count on everyone being around and attentive.
        

  • Create a “castle wall” backdrop using scene setters or directions in mystery.
  • Create a throne by spray painting a chair gold. Add a bit of realness with a velvet cushion or accent.
  • Have additional props for posing in pictures (crowns, tiaras, wands, trumpets, big glasses, fairy wings, etc.)
                

Creating an enchanting backdrop for a fairy-tale themed party can help transport your guests to a magical world. Here are some backdrop ideas to consider:

  • Storybook Pages: Decorate with giant, oversized pages from fairy-tale story books, either as a wall or hanging from the ceiling. Incorporate famous quotes and illustrations from beloved tales.

  • Castle Wall: Create the illusion of a medieval castle wall with stone-like textures, faux bricks, or castle tapestries. Add torches or sconces for lighting effects, and perhaps a grand archway entrance.

  • Fairytale Castle: Design a backdrop with a majestic castle, complete with turrets, battlements, and a grand entrance. You can use a printed fabric or cardboard cutouts to achieve this effect.

  • Enchanted Forest: Use a backdrop featuring a lush forest with tall trees, ivy-covered arches, and twinkling fairy lights. You can add faux moss, hanging vines, and props like toadstools, animal figurines, and fairy statues to enhance the woodland atmosphere.

  • Balloon Arch: Create a magical entrance or backdrop using a balloon arch with colors that match the fairy-tale theme. You can add elements like stars, unicorns, or fairies as balloon decorations.

 

Remember to coordinate your backdrop with the overall color scheme and decor of your fairy-tale party to create a cohesive and immersive experience for your guests.

 

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Utilizing the Extras!

Utilizing the Extras

 
Once you order, in your mystery packet you will receive directions and/or printable to make unique and original decorations specific to your party!

   

These are one-of-a-kind designs, ideas, templates and more that Night of Mystery has developed to help you throw your own unique and authentic mystery party.

 

Included will be:
  • SCROLL INVITE DIRECTIONS & TEMPLATE (1 design).
 
  • HOW TO MAKE STONE CASTLE WALLS AND SIGNS.
  • FLAG DIRECTIONS AND TEMPLATE (1 design).
  • DESIGNED MENU (1 design you can personalize with your menu items).
 
  • SIGNS (11 designs).
  •  Once Upon a Time (on front door) and Happily Ever After (on door as exiting) signs.
 
  • Kiss Me! (2 designs).
  • Castle Parking, Privy, Prince’s Chambers, Grand Ballroom signs.
     
  • Missing, Reward and Grand Ball Announcement posters.
       
  • Simply print out and hang around your castle.
  • AND MORE!
 

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Setting the Scene

Food & Drinks

Food

Food

If serving a meal, consider a grand buffet for your party.

 

 

 

• There are many, many recipes on the internet for this theme. Simply decide what you would like to serve (roast chicken, lamb, etc.) and then search for the recipe that you desire.

• Try to make your food something that is easy to prepare ahead of time and takes little to no preparation as the party approaches.

• To pull through the theme for your party, you can name your foods to reflect the stories and storylines that are interwoven throughout Once Upon A Murder. A Seven Dwarf Salad, The King’s Chicken Wings, Poisonous Apple Pie, Magical Mushroom Caps, are a few examples.

• Some other words we’ve found: prince, princess, king queen, evil, elfly, cursed, enchanted, cruel, maiden, sleeping, loyal, true, storybook, whimsical, magical, mystical, etc. In addition, you can use any of the character’s names to describe your food and beverage.

Don’t forget to put your food choices into the menu (provided with the mystery) and display it for the guests! (pictured below)

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Desserts

Desserts

Accentuate your dessert table with any or all of these Fairy Tale themed desserts!

• Create a Castle Cake (see many examples here).

• Have a basket of Little Red Riding Hoods Goodies – sticky buns, baked goods and/or sweets!

• Poisonous Apple Pie or Carmel Apples.

• How about some edible magic wands? Recipe here.

In many instances, your dessert can act like your centerpiece for the beginning of the party… until you eat it!

   

 

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Setting Your Table

Setting Your Table

Set table with fairytale stagecoach place cards for each guest. SEE HERE. Your guests can take them home as favors. (You can also set them out by their money, objectives, etc. at the beginning of the night) or create your own place cards (designs included in mystery).

Construct one long table for dinner. Use a brightly colored or metalic piece of fabric for a runner.

Decorate the table runner with gold fabric paint.

Include jewels glued to the edges of tablecloths and gold- or silver-toned paper plates, cups and silverware.

Purchase gold colored plastic cups and hot glue fake jewels to the outside of the cups.

Use a centerpiece of white roses (fake or real) in a clear vase filled with sparkly gems or beads.

   

Display your menu for everyone to see or have it at each place setting. (Menu template included with package.)

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Music

Check out our playlist selections for this mystery!

Click on the image to get to our Spotify Playlist for this party!

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Host Information

Ideas, tips, tricks, etc. to help you go above and beyond for your Once Upon A Murder party!

Send A Scrolled Invite

Sending A Scrolled Invite

Along with this mystery, we have included templated, editable design that allows you to enter in your party information and print out on parchment (suggested) and create a scrolled invite to the fairytale murder mystery game for each of your guests. This is one way to be certain your guests are excited for what’s inside… and for what’s to come at the party!

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Inspiration Resources

Inspiration Resources

Check out some of these movies or T.V. Shows!

These productions depict some of the fairy tales and fairy tale characters that you will find in Happily Never After and its genre. Not only will they help get you in the mood for throwing the party, but can provide inspiration and ideas on other things you may want to do when hosting your Happily Never After Party!

Check out: Tangled, Snow White and the Huntsmen, Mirror, Mirror, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Aladdin, Once Upon A Time (t.v. series), Grimm (t.v. series), Cinderella, Shrek, and Hoodwinked. Or you can pick your own from this list of fairy tale movies.

ALSO, Check out Our PINTEREST BOARD for loads more ideas for your  Once Upon A Murder Party!!!!

Find these and many, many more by Clicking here!

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Create A Photo Spot!

Create A Photo Spot! 

Give your guests an unforgettable souvenir by setting up a photo area where they can capture a picture of themselves in character.

 

A few suggestions:

Pick a place where there will be good lighting.

Accessories and decorations can make the difference. Have some extra props on hand that your guests can pose with.

An easy way to create a background is to use a “scene setter.” These affordable rolls of images transform your room instantly and make for a good backdrop to your picture.

Make sure there is enough room to fit everyone in to the frame.

• For individual shots of guests, designate someone to be in charge of pictures as your guests arrive.
o Consider your character list and which character would fit the role of taking the picture. I.e., if you want mug shots, perhaps ask the investigator to be in charge of taking the pictures.

• For a group picture, take one just before the introduction is read or right after the solution is read (before people may start heading out).
o These are two times when you can count on everyone being around and attentive.

   

Create a “castle wall” backdrop using scene setters or directions in mystery.

Create a throne by spray painting a chair gold. Add a bit of realness with a velvet cushion or accent.

Have additional props for posing in pictures (crowns, tiaras, wands, trumpets, big glasses, fairy wings, etc.)

 

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Utilize ALL The EXTRAS!

Utilize ALL The EXTRAS!

Once you order, in your mystery packet you will receive directions and/or printable to make unique and original decorations specific to your party!

Included will be:

• SCROLL INVITE DIRECTIONS & TEMPLATE (1 design)

• HOW TO MAKE STONE CASTLE WALLS AND SIGNS

• FLAG DIRECTIONS AND TEMPLATE (1 design)

• DESIGNED MENU (1 design you can personalize with your menu items)

• SIGNS (11 designs)
• Once Upon a Time (on front door) and Happily Ever After (on door as exiting) signs
• Kiss Me! (2 designs).
• Castle Parking, Privy, Prince’s Chambers, Grand Ballroom signs.
• Missing, Reward and Grand Ball Announcement posters.
• Simply print out and hang around your castle.

• AND MORE!

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Win A Free Party!

Win A Free Party!

Each month we highlight one of our customers who has posted on our blog and award them a FREE party!

 

To get your $5 coupon AND be entered in the Party Of the Month contest for a chance to win a FREE party, please email nompartyofthemonth@gmail.com

Don’t forget to add all the important details and party highlights that made your party one to remember! We love to hear about all of the hard work you, as host, put into your party. From the decor to the food, costumes, whatever. As well as how you and your guests acted (and reacted!) throughout the night! Everything that made your party one your guests will never forget — tell us about it! And be sure to attach some pictures!!!

Upon submitting, we will email you back a coupon to use for $5 off your next party AND enter you in our “Party of the Month” contest, where you could win a FREE party! Once submitted, you will not have to resubmit, but will be entered EVERY MONTH until your party wins!

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Tips

All of the information regarding how to run your Once Upon A Murder party can be found online at Night of Mystery. We highly suggest that you take time to look over our website and download the Once Upon A Murder preview file. Upon reading the introduction file of this fairytale murder mystery game, it will give you a better understanding about how the parties are run and what to expect once you purchase a full mystery file.

If you still have question, the Frequently Asked Questions page at Night of Mystery is a great resource or you can contact us.

Since our games are custom written for the size of the party (ie, we don’t just create a mystery with 8 characters and then keep adding more characters to it), each mystery size is unique unto itself. That being said, going from 10-15 version to 15-20 version, will not only add in more characters, but it will change the storylines of the existing characters, and vice-versa in going from a larger version to a smaller one.

Because of this, WE STRONGLY SUGGEST you get a guest count before formally ordering. You can do so by downloading an invitation, inviting your guests and then purchasing your mystery once you have a more accurate number of people attending. Unfortunately, if you find yourself purchasing the wrong sized party, you will have to purchase another version of the mystery for the size you want unless you are moving from the 15-20 version to the 20+ version.

You can download an invitation here before ordering.

Once you order, in your mystery packet you will receive directions and/or printables to make unique and original decorations specific to your party!

Included will be:
– SCROLL INVITE DIRECTIONS & TEMPLATE (1 design)
– HOW TO MAKE STONE CASTLE WALLS AND SIGNS
– FLAG DIRECTIONS AND TEMPLATE (1 design)
– DESIGNED MENU (1 design you can personalize with your menu items)
– SIGNS (11 designs)
• Once Upon a Time (on front door) and Happily Ever After (on door as exiting) signs
• Kiss Me! (2 designs).
• Castle Parking, Privy, Prince’s Chambers, Grand Ballroom signs.
• Missing, Reward and Grand Ball Announcement posters.
• Simply print out and hang around your castle.
AND MORE!

Each month we highlight one of our customers who has posted on our blog and award them a FREE party!

To get your $5 coupon AND be entered in the Party Of the Month contest for a chance to win a FREE party, please email nompartyofthemonth@gmail.com

Don’t forget to add all the important details and party highlights that made your party one to remember! We love to hear about all of the hard work you, as host, put into your party. From the decor, to the food, costumes, whatever. As well as how you and your guests acted (and reacted!) throughout the night! Everything that made your party one your guests will never forget — tell us about it! And be sure to attach some pictures!!!

Upon submitting, we will email you back a coupon to use for $5 off your next party AND enter you in our “Party of the Month” contest, where you could win a FREE party! One submitted, you will not have to resubmit, but will be entered EVERY MONTH until your party wins!

Check out some of our past winners here! Night of Mystery POM Blogs

Thanks again for hosting with Night of Mystery and we can’t wait to hear all about your party!!!

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