True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Shows in Bakersfield, CA - Dinner Detective Tickets & Showtimes

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SOLVE A HILARIOUS CRIME OVER DINNER!

All-inclusive tix available now

Limited seating... shows sell out fast!

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WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • Fantastic full dinner
  • Live, interactive murder mystery show
  • You’re a part of the story... the whole room is the crime scene
  • Prize Package for the Top Sleuth

"The cast was fantastic. Really loved the show. Entertaining and fun!"

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Austin T., Trustpilot Review

North America’s LARGEST interactive comedy true crime murder mystery dinner show is now playing in Bakersfield, CA!

At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

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Our Location

Hodel’s Country Dining
5917 Knudsen Dr
Bakersfield, CA 93308

PARKING INFO: Free self parking.

PLEASE NOTE:  There is no on-site bar at this location.  Please bring your own wine or champagne.

Our Menu

  • Salads: Tossed Greens with Peach Vinaigrette or Ranch Dressing
  • Prepared Salads: Fruit Platter with Seasonal Berries, Tomato & Cucumber with Feta, Coleslaw, Anti-Pasta Salad
  • Buffet Style Entrees:
    • BEEF:  Sliced Tri tip w/ Merlot Pepper Sauce
    • CHICKEN:  Baked Chicken Breast w/ Artichoke Chardonnay Sauce
    • VEGETARIAN:  Vegetarian Lasagna
    • SIDES:  Green Beans with mushrooms, onions, and bacon; rolls and butter
  • Warm Blueberry Bread, Pudding, Carrot Cake, Assorted Mini Pies
  • Iced Tea & Water; Coffee

PLEASE NOTE:  There is no on-site bar at this location.  Please bring your own wine or champagne.

Some menu offerings may change without notice due to supply chain issues that are beyond our control.

Tickets starting at just $65.95 + taxes & fees.
Select a date below to purchase tickets!

We perform on weekend nights, every month year round.
Show dates are posted for sale 8-12 weeks in advance.

PLEASE NOTE: For each show, ticket sales close at 12:00 PM the day before the show!

January 2026

Saturday, January 31, 2026 (Bakersfield, CA)
Grand Opening! Sold Out!

Sat 1/31/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM PST • Hodel's Country Dining, 5917 Knudsen Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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February 2026

Private Event (Saturday, February 7, 2026)

Sat 2/7/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PST

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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Saturday, February 14, 2026 (Bakersfield, CA)
Valentine's Day Show!!

Sat 2/14/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM PST • Hodel's Country Dining, 5917 Knudsen Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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Private Event (Saturday, February 21, 2026)

Sat 2/21/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PST

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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Private Event (Saturday, February 28, 2026)

Sat 2/28/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PST

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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March 2026

Private Event (Saturday, March 7, 2026)

Sat 3/7/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PST

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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Saturday, March 14, 2026 (Bakersfield, CA)

Sat 3/14/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM PDT • Hodel's Country Dining, 5917 Knudsen Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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Private Event (Saturday, March 21, 2026)

Sat 3/21/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PDT

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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Private Event (Saturday, March 28, 2026)

Sat 3/28/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PDT

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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April 2026

Private Event (Saturday, April 4, 2026)

Sat 4/4/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PDT

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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Private Event (Saturday, April 11, 2026)

Sat 4/11/26 @ 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM PDT

Find Out More!The Dinner Detective hosts on-site AND off-site private events year-round, for almost any size group!
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Saturday, April 18, 2026 (Bakersfield, CA)

Sat 4/18/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM PDT • Hodel's Country Dining, 5917 Knudsen Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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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.