GET TICKETS TO THE DINNER DETECTIVE® IN Columbus, OH
IMMERSIVE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT.

The suspects are in plain sight, hiding in the audience.  Will you find them all before time runs out?

SEMI-SCRIPTED.  FULLY LIVE.

No two shows are ever the same.

YOU ARE THE DETECTIVE.

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!

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

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!

Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, murder mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more! Please visit our FAQ page for specific details for this location, including parking, bar availability, and other information.  Click a show date below to see pricing and get tickets!

Our Columbus, OH murder mystery shows are geared toward adults! Some mild content, loud noises, and adult humor will be present. Teenagers with adult supervision may be permitted; please visit our FAQ page for specific age restrictions applying to this location. No infants, toddlers, or young children are allowed to attend!

Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square
Our Location

Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

75 East State St
Columbus, OH 43215

PARKING INFO: $10 for four hours in attached lot.

Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square Dining Room
Our Menu

What's on the Menu

Choice of Entrée
Beef
Bloody Mary Grilled flank steak
w/ Chef’s choice starch, vegetable
Chicken
Chicken Florentine in a garlic cream sauce
w/ Chef’s choice starch, vegetable
Vegetarian
Quinoa Pilaf
w/ tomato chutney and root vegetables
  • Dessert (Chef’s Choice)

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

Tickets starting at just $75.00 + 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.

May 2026

Saturday, May 9, 2026 (Columbus, OH)

Sat 5/9/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT • Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square, 75 E State Street Columbus OH 43215

Get Tickets!Script: "A Noteworthy Crime"
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Saturday, May 16, 2026 (Columbus, OH)

Sat 5/16/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT • Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square, 75 E State Street Columbus OH 43215

Get Tickets!Script: "A Noteworthy Crime"
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June 2026

Saturday, June 20, 2026 (Columbus, OH)

Sat 6/20/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT • Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square, 75 E State Street Columbus OH 43215

Get Tickets!Script: "A Noteworthy Crime"
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More dates coming... check back soon!

* 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.