GET TICKETS TO THE DINNER DETECTIVE® IN Des Moines, IA
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 Des Moines, IA!

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 Des Moines, IA 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!

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown
Our Location

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown

101 E Locust St
Des Moines, IA 50309

PARKING INFO: City Parking Garage is available across the street for $1 per hour.

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown Dining Room
Our Menu

What's on the Menu

  • Bleu Cheese & Walnut Bites served in an Edible Pastry Cup, Caprese Skewer with Balsamic Glaze, Assorted Mini Quiche
  • Field Green Salad
Choice of Entrée
Chicken
Asiago Encrusted Chicken with Chardonnay Cream Sauce
garnished with Red Onion Confit, served with Roasted Red Potatoes and Green Bean Almandine
Pork
Roast Pork Loin Au Poivre
oven-roasted with a creamy Dijon Mustard and Cracked Black Pepper Sauce, served with Roasted Red Potatoes and Green Bean Almandine
Vegetarian
Eggplant Parmesan
w/ Marinara & Spring Vegetables
  • NY Style Cheesecake
  • Iced Tea & Coffee (served upon request)

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

Tickets starting at just $69.95 + 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!

May 2026

Saturday, May 9, 2026 (Des Moines, IA)

Sat 5/9/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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Saturday, May 16, 2026 (Des Moines, IA)

Sat 5/16/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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

Saturday, June 6, 2026 (Des Moines, IA)

Sat 6/6/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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Saturday, June 20, 2026 (Des Moines, IA)

Sat 6/20/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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

Saturday, July 18, 2026 (Des Moines, IA)

Sat 7/18/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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Saturday, July 25, 2026 (Des Moines, IA)

Sat 7/25/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"
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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.