GET TICKETS TO THE DINNER DETECTIVE^® IN Washington, DC

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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WHY THE DINNER DETECTIVE IS Washington, DC'S #1 MURDER MYSTERY EXPERIENCE

A Live, Immersive Murder Mystery Unlike Any Other

Most murder mystery dinner shows put actors on a stage in silly costumes. We do the opposite — our professional cast is hidden in the audience, turning every guest into a potential suspect. You'll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner, and the criminal is lurking somewhere in the room with you. Before the night is over, you just might find yourself as a Prime Suspect.

Dinner and a Show, All in One Ticket

Every admission includes our multi-course plated dinner, wait staff gratuity, the full interactive show, and a prize package for the Top Sleuth — no hidden fees, no surprises. Visit our FAQ page for location-specific details including parking, bar availability, and menu info, then click a show date below to see pricing and get tickets.

Perfect for Any Occasion

Our murder mystery dinner is one of the most popular choices for date nights, birthday parties, bachelorette celebrations, corporate events, team-building outings, and holiday gatherings — consistently rated one of the top experiences in Washington, DC on TripAdvisor, Google, and Yelp. Our shows are geared toward adults; some mild content, loud noises, and adult humor will be present. Teenagers with adult supervision may be permitted — see our FAQ for age restrictions at this location. No infants or young children may attend.

Award-Winning Live Entertainment, 20+ Years Running

The Dinner Detective has been performing live murder mystery dinner shows since 2004 and now operates in over 100 cities across North America. Our Washington, DC location is beloved by locals and visitors alike. Visit our FAQ page for complete show details including showtimes, accessibility info, and rescheduling policies.

Our Location

Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

801 N St Asaph St
Alexandria, VA 22314

PARKING INFO: Street Parking or On-Site Parking Hourly: $19.00 for 2-4 hours.

Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria Dining Room

Our Menu

What's on the Menu

Choice of Entrée

Chicken

Citrus & Sage Chicken

Pan-seared chicken breast topped with house-made citrus and sage sauce

Fish

Blackened Salmon

Blackened Salmon with lemon beurre blanc sauce

Vegetarian

Ratatouille Pasta

Seasoned Cavatappi pasta tossed with eggplant, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, peppers, garlic, capers

Tickets starting at just $75 + 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 2:00 PM two days before the show!

June 2026

Saturday, June 20, 2026 (Washington, DC)

Sat 6/20/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT • Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria, 801 N St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Get Tickets!Script: "The Hollywood Hit"

The Dinner Detective The Hollywood Hit murder mystery dinner show in Washington, DC on Sat 6/20/26

July 2026

Saturday, July 25, 2026 (Washington, DC)

Sat 7/25/26 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT • Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria, 801 N St Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314