Bring a little suspense to your next Santa Monica evening with a five-course dinner, live comedy, unexpected suspects, and an interactive murder mystery at Universal CityWalk Hollywood.
30–50 min drive
Every Saturday at 7:00 PM
5-Course Dinner Included
Comedy, Clues & Suspects
Exchange familiar Santa Monica beachfront plans for a live murder mystery dinner at Universal CityWalk Hollywood, featuring suspicious characters, surprising clues, and plenty of laughs.
Savor a five-course meal, examine the clues, and see whether you can name the culprit before the final reveal.
Escape the Ordinary
A unique night out that’s more exciting than the usual dinner or movie.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Date night, birthday mystery celebration, anniversary, or night with friends.
Close to Home
Just a short drive to Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles.
Interactive & Hilarious
You’re not just watching — you’re part of the mystery!
Professional actors create an intriguing case with conflicting stories, hidden motives, and playful comedy. Between courses, guests carefully trace the unexpected evidence, debate suspects, and attempt to uncover the truth.
✓ Meet the evening's intriguing characters
✓ Savor a delicious five-course meal
✓ Notice clues and unexpected discoveries
✓ Debate suspects and secret motives
✓ Compete for prizes as a sharp detective
Leaving Santa Monica? Travel inland toward Universal City through Los Angeles traffic. Guests from nearby communities can also explore our Beverly Hills show planning guide and West Hollywood mystery night page for additional travel details.
Read genuine feedback from guests who have enjoyed Keith & Margo’s interactive murder mystery dinner experience.
“We went for my birthday and we had an awesome time. Service was great, the food was delicious, and the actors were amazing. Loved it!”
“Really fun and the food was great too!”
“We went to celebrate our daughter’s birthday and had a great time! Great drinks, great service, and great entertainment!”
See upcoming Keith & Margo’s Murder Mystery Dinner dates at Universal Studios CityWalk and plan your night of mystery.
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Universal CityWalk is approximately 16 miles from Santa Monica, with a 30–50-minute drive depending on traffic and your starting point.
Guests enjoy a five-course dinner and live interactive mystery featuring skilled performers, unusual suspects, surprises, and comedy.
Not necessarily. Part of the fun involves observing suspicious guests, detecting unusual behavior, and recognizing subtle clues.
Yes. Couples can enjoy dinner, laughter, and collaborative sleuthing beyond the typical familiar beachfront restaurant experience.
No preparation is needed. Simply arrive ready to enjoy dinner, observe the suspects, and consider the evidence.
Smart-casual clothing works well. Costumes are unnecessary unless your selected event requests them.
Smart-casual attire works well for most guests. Choose something comfortable for a full dinner while still fitting the feel of a special Saturday night out.
Yes. You can actively participate or simply enjoy the acting, comedy, and unfolding story from your seat.
Yes. Friends, families, and coworkers can attend together. Confirm group seating and ticket availability before booking.
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