Genesis Wine & Murder Mystery Dinners

Enjoy creating "murderously good" wines, a smorgabord of good food, from a local caterer, while solving a classic, completely interactive, "whodunit" murder mystery.  
Enjoy creating "murderously good" wines, a smorgasbord of good food, while solving an original, completely interactive, "whodunit" murder mystery.

Sign up to be a Suspect and we’ll send you your character profile beforehand, or just come as an Investigator. Costumes are encouraged for Suspects.

Contact us about a holding private murder mystery party at Genesis for friends, family, or co-workers.

More public events coming in 2018.  Stay tuned...

Murder Mystery Storylines Available:

Offered in partnership with Shot in the Dark Mysteries
Minimum number of 12 participants, of which at least 6 must assume suspects roles.
The Adman Murder
It’s the 1960′s and the worldwide advertising scene is in its glory days. Ad men seem to walk on water and enjoy perks and luxuries that no other profession can match. Within the top companies, deceit and betrayal run rampant as the men play a real life chess game to advance their positions – both in-house and with competing companies.

The annual AdAge advertising convention is in town, drawing the best of the industry from all over the world for one week. Every hotel is sold out, as most advertising reps have brought their secretaries along for the week. But shortly after the convention wraps up on the first day, a horrific discovery is made at The Jury’s Inn Hotel: one of the top Ad Men in the world has been found murdered in his penthouse suite! Who killed him, why and how?
The Bachelorette Party Murder
​It’s Carmen Phillips’ last hurrah. Next week, she’s walking down the aisle to become Carmen Gore, marrying her dream man in a shotgun marriage following a whirlwind five month romance. Her best girlfriends gather to throw her a bachelorette party she’ll never forget. Against the bride’s wishes, a stripper is arranged, but before he can take the “stage”, he’s found murdered! The bride and her friends are about to learn that there’s a lot more to this “stripper” than first assumed. Who killed him, why, and more importantly, who is he?

It’s going to be a night the bride will NEVER forget!
The Birthday Party Murder
It’s a day of celebration and a good crowd has turned out for the birthday party! The event is in full swing and everyone is having a good time. Everyone, that is, except Lucy Wiper, who is found strangled to death in the washroom. Why was she murdered at such a happy event, and more importantly, who among you is her killer?

Many deadly returns…
The Christmas Party Murder
​Long lay the world in sin and error pining…

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – a time of snow falling, twinkling lights and the excitement of Santa’s big arrival on Christmas day. It’s also the time for entertaining, and friends and family have gathered to celebrate the season. The festivities begin with a bang – the announcement of a murder! David Reese, a guest at the party, is found dead in the hallway! The celebration quickly turns into an interrogation as the suspects are identified. Amidst eggnog and Christmas carols, it’s up to the party guests to learn who killed David Reese and why!
The Flapper Murder at the 1920's Speakeasy
The Roaring 20’s are in full swing, giving birth to the rise of jazz music, flappers and, with the end of the war, a renewed feeling of hope and joviality. It’s the era of prohibition, and organized crime is at an all-time high.

The Half Moon Club is one of just two Speakeasys in town, fighting prohibition by serving alcohol illegally and offering patrons the type of fun that can’t be had when the sun is up. Despite the constant threat of a raid, business at The Half Moon Club is lucrative, as men and women stream through the doors each night.

When a flapper is found shot to death outside the club, the management and loyal patrons of The Half Moon Club scramble to identify the killer before the police catch wind of the killing and shut down the juice joint for good!
The Game of Realms Medieval Murder
Long ago, seven realms existed in relative peace and harmony, with one king ruling all the realms. While one king ruled them all, each realm retained their unique system of rule befitting their culture. The people of each realm differ greatly from one another. Those in the north at Earthsea are considered strong and brave, and House Hunt commands the Army of the North – a large, highly-skilled army who exist for the sole purpose of stopping attacks from any direction of the northern seas. Those of the Linklands are reputed to be people of their word, and highly proper. Those in the Dragon Isles are proud and have a long history, and while their dragons have gone extict, they still believe themselves to be the true heirs to the Throne of the Realms. Those in the Middlelands are warriors who value peace, and have become the self-proclaimed keepers of the peace between the north and the south. The realm of Evonale holds the capital city of Aran, and Castle Aranshield, from which the king and queen rule. Finally, the Southern Isles belong to the Greysons, a war-hungry people who enjoy pleasure at any cost. The Greysons are also the sworn enemies of House Hunt in the north, and before the intervention of The Darkwhispers of the Middlelands, the two factions warred for generations.

Then one day, the peace and balance was broken, when Thereus Greyson of the Southern Isles laid siege to Castle Aranshield. King Drannyl of the Dragon Isles was murdered, and Evonale burned. A generation later, Thereus Greyson’s son, Tyvion Greyson, sits on the throne. Tonight, a feast was to be held in the Great Hall of the castle in honour of the king’s birthday. But when King Tyvion Greyson is found murdered in the Council Room, suddenly it becomes apparent that the castle is full of his enemies – but which one is his killer, and how did they get in and out of the council room without detection?
The Gangster Murder at the 1920's Speakeasy
The year is 1922 and the act of prohibition has forced all drinking establishments to close. Without easy access to liquor and establishments, “Speakeasies” such as The Caterpillar Club have sprung up all over the country, however this is the first of its kind in this city. It’s a usual night at The Caterpillar Club – until, that is, the biggest organized crime boss and mobster in the city, Bulletproof Bill Mahoney, is found dead! Suddenly, the patrons find themselves suspects in a murder investigation that has to kept “hush hush” in order to keep the coppers away and the speakeasy open!

A Gangster Murder at the 1920s Speakeasy is the prequel to A Flapper Murder at the 1920s Speakeasy, but the two mysteries can be solved independently.
The Garden Party Murder
​In the quiet town of Christie’s Leigh, right next to the historic local church, sits Belladonna Manor. Having sat empty for years, Belladonna Manor is a mystery to the residents of Christie’s Leigh. Prickly, high garden walls keep prying eyes from learning its secrets – and Belladonna Manor has plenty of secrets!

Suddenly, select residents of the town of Christie’s Leigh and those beyond receive invitations to a garden party at Belladonna Manor. No one knows why they have been invited, but the chance to step within the walls of the garden at Belladonna Manor is too enticing to resist.

But when the local vicar, Vicar Demming, falls down dead during the garden party, the guests are faced with a wicked “murder game”, through which they must discover the identity of their mysterious host, and the reasons why this host felt the vicar needed to die. Which of the guests is the killer? How did Vicar Demming die? Will the guests escape with their own terrible secrets kept hidden?
The Getty Affair
​A rich man with a series of affairs, a controversial will and a stash of uncut diamonds… it was only a matter of time before he got whacked!

He’s one of the world’s richest men and he seems to have it all. But on the night of a dinner party at the Getty Estate, billionaire Samson Getty is found strangled in his study! The entire household, plus a few uninvited guests, are quickly named suspects. Why would anyone want to kill Samson Getty? Was it his philandering, his stash of uncut diamonds, his controversial will? Only one thing is for certain: secrets long-buried will be revealed, and not everyone is what, or who, they seem.
The Hallo'wine' Party Murder
It’s the night of Ben and Aria Tate’s annual Halloween party, and they go all out to impress their guests. Then, the arrival of a video, which shows the gruesome slaying of one of the party guests, turns this innocent Halloween party into a murder investigation! Who killed Jules Parker? Why? What motive did they have to video the murder and address it to one of the party guests? The killer is among them, it’s up to the guests to find the murderer and uncover his or her psychopathic motives!
The Hawaiian Homicide
Aloha and welcome to the Make Kaka resort, a luxurious Hawaiian resort where guests can enjoy drinks and dinner in the open air Tiki Bar, private surfing lessons with the resident surfing instructor Keanu and authentic Polynesian music and dancing shows each evening on the stage. The private beach offers a tranquil place for relaxation, which is where The Hula Hut, a small open-air hut selling hula dolls, is located. But when one of the owners of The Hula Hut is found dead, killed with a coconut behind the hut, guests and staff alike suddenly find themselves suspects in a murder investigation! Question the suspects, piece together the clues and solve the mystery – the killer could be YOU!
The Masquerade Murder
It’s a night of glamour, mystery and intrigue as the hottest socialites from around the world dress up in their best for a masquerade unlike any other. The location: stunning Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana in Venice, Italy. But when an esteemed librarian is found dead in Sansovino’s Library, just steps away from where the masquerade is in full swing, the shadow of suspicion is cast on the esteemed masquerade guests. It’s up to the guests of the masquerade to unravel the clues and crack the codes to determine the identity of the killer, but also decipher the reason WHY this seemingly innocent man was killed!
Murder at the Cherry Creek Saloon
The year is 1857 and the Wild West of legend is in full swing. Gold fever has taken over, and for the past few years, people of all ages and backgrounds have rushed to California to find their riches. Here in what will later be known as Colorado though, things are much less exciting. As people pass by Cherry Creek, Pike’s Peak and the South Platte River en route to San Francisco, they quickly learn that, aside from the occasional tumbleweed rolling by, life in Cherry Creek is pretty dull. But locals and travelers alike have one place to go that is always exciting, fun and filled with joviality – The Cherry Creek Saloon.

It’s a night like any other at Cherry Creek Saloon, and owner Abe Flores is enjoying a full house. But then, an accusation of cheating against one of the players causes Jeb Lyman to overturn the table in his fury, and an all-out saloon brawl ensues! When the dust settles, a body is found beneath the rubble. Who killed Jeb Lyman? Why? What happened to the sac he wore tied to his belt? Are the thief and murderer one in the same, or are there two scoundrels in your midst? Question the suspects to find who had the motive, means and opportunity to commit the Murder at Cherry Creek Saloon – the killer could be YOU!
Murder at Mardi Gras
The year is 1899 in New Orleans, and Mardi Gras celebrations are underway. Parade floats fill the streets and each evening, various Krewes throw lavish masked balls. You’re invited to the Calypso Ball, the inaugural ball hosted by the first-ever all-female krewe.
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The guest list is varied, as Calypso has invited one of the oldest all-male krewes, Sinis, to attend their exclusive soiree. The identities of the members of both Calypso and Sinis are a mystery, and are guarded heavily by each krewe. Masks are essential to concealing each person’s identity as they all convene for an evening of anonymous exuberance and decadence. But when a man in a gold mask takes a fatal tumble down the stairs, it’s quickly realized that a devious plot is afoot. The guests’ heavily-guarded identities must be revealed to find out who killed the man in the gold mask, and why!

Unique to Murder at Mardi Gras: Discovering each suspect’s true identity is part of solving the mystery. The suspects are identified by the colour of their mask instead of name tags.
Murder at the Studio Paradise
The year is 1979 and the disco has ruled for almost a decade. Each evening, celebrities, politicians and other social royalty attend Studio Paradise, while every-day people line up outside the doors, hoping for the chance to get into the exclusive club or, failing that, spot a celebrity. At first it seems like any other evening at Studio Paradise, but when the owner, Louis Savage, is found shot outside his office, the patrons become suspects as his killer is sought. It’s up to the patrons of Studio Paradise to determine who had the motive, means and opportunity to kill the owner of Studio Paradise!
Murder at the 1980's Prom
Gladstone High class of 1987 has gathered for their prom, and what a night it will be! The hair is big, the dresses are puffy and the social hierarchy is the stuff John Hughes movies are made of. The big moment of the night – the announcement of the prom king and queen, is at hand, but the nominees for prom king are no where to be found! Shortly after the big announcement, one of the nominees, jock Scott Mahoney is found dead in the boys locker room, having his head flushed in the toilet until he drowned!

This bully had plenty of enemies, but which one of them killed him? Test your deductive reasoning during this murder mystery investigation as you search to find the suspect who had the motive, means and opportunity to commit the Murder at the 1980s Prom!
Murder at the Bourbon Club
The year is 1950 and it’s a night like any other at Bourbon Jazz Club, the hottest of hot spots for the local glitterati, the biggest celebrities and those who want to join them. The guest list is exclusive and the patrons happy. In short, it’s the place to be, and is renowned the world over as one of the world’s premier lounge clubs. People are dying to get in – one man quite literally!

Mitzi, the club’s headliner, takes the stage and has just begun her first song when a scream rings out. A man has been found murdered! The doors are quickly locked and everyone is contained, and will remain within the doors of the club until the murderer is discovered!
Murder at the Spa
It’s a day of relaxation, of peace and tranquility as Vivian LeSage has invited her closest girl friends out for a day of pampering at The Floating Flower Oasis Spa. But when one of the guests is found murdered in the Zen Garden, it’s up to everyone to determine who had the motive, means and opportunity to commit murder – while still enjoying their pampering treatments, of course!
Murder at the Super Heroes Peace Convention
Even Superheroes Can’t Conquer Death…

It’s the first ever superhero/supervillain peace convention, a step toward bringing crime and vigilantism under control. Yet, when one of the supervillains is found murdered on the rooftop of the convention building, the world’s hope for peace is shattered and its up to the superheroes, as well as their villainous enemies, to discover the murderer in their midst.
Murder at the Winery
We invite you to Girato nel Buio Winery for an exclusive tasting event! On the eve of the launch of the winery’s exclusive limited edition vintage, Organo, Girato nel Buio has opened their doors for a private tasting.

This is the third year that Girato nel Buio has released Organo, a limited edition vintage that has, in the past, been met with mixed reviews. But as the prestigious guests and winery staff await the beginning of the tasting, a man is found dead in the cellars! Who killed him? Why? There are many secrets to uncover as you and your guests solve the Murder at the Winery!

A cocktail-party-style mystery that takes place at a winery in Italy.
Murder in the Alps
​High up in The Alps, a group gathers to enjoy the stunning views, romantic atmosphere and, of course, the best skiing in the world. The group stays in a chalet that allows them to ski on-piste to the door. A nearby village provides all modern amenities, and the skiers enjoy warming up after a long day on the slopes in the hot tub on the terrace or in front of a fire in the common area.

A morning of skiing comes to an abrupt end however, as the slopes are suddenly closed, and everyone is asked to return to their accommodations. As the group settles into the chalet, a gruesome discovery is made: A man lies dead outside the chalet, struck and stabbed with a set of ski poles! Who is the mystery man? Who killed him, and why? What happened to close the slopes so suddenly? Become a sleuth and question the suspects to solve the mystery – the killer could be YOU!
Murder in Wonderland
​It has been two weeks since Alice’s initial visit to Wonderland, when she went on her crazy adventure after following a rabbit carrying a pocket watch. Safe at home with no one after her head, Alice found that she was quickly bored once again with her studies and those dreaded books that lacked pictures and conversations! Something troubled her about the residents of Wonderland, and Alice found herself obsessed with discovering the reason that most everyone in Wonderland had gone completely mad! Finally, Alice’s curiosity got the better of her and she threw herself down the rabbit hole once more. Yet, as she addressed the residents of Wonderland at the Knaves trial (which was STILL going on!), she was interupted by the Cheshire Cat, who had found The Caterpillar dead beneath his mushroom! Upon closer inspection, it was ruled that The Caterpillar’s death had been a homicide, as his hookah had been laced with poison! Suddenly the residents of Wonderland find themselves suspects in both a murder investigation, as well as a plot to drive all the residents of Wonderland mad!
The Mysterious Affair at Stirling Hall
In old day Britain, propriety is the real ruler. Welcome to Stirling Hall, home of Lord and Lady Westby, their family and servants, who are all bound by social expectation to play their “role”. As if the day-to-day running of the estate is not enough, Lord Westby has no son, and the grand house and all titles are set to be inherited by Ambrose Haines, a very distant relative. The family thought their problems were at an end upon the engagement of the Westby’s eldest daughter, Lady Lila Westby to the estate heir, Ambrose Haines. But when a woman is found dead in the estate, they quickly realize their problems are just beginning.

Who is the mysterious woman? What was she doing in Stirling Hall? How was she killed? And most importantly, who is her killer? Scandal must be avoided at all cost and it’s up to the Westbys and all those who reside in Stirling Hall to find the killer and preserve their good name!

The Mysterious Affair at Stirling Hall has been designed to be played as a Georgian or Victoria Era or murder mystery (think of these as a Jane Austen murder mystery party, for example) or as an Edwardian Era murder mystery (more of a Downton Abbey themed murder mystery party).
The Phantom of the Auction House
Leanne Walsh, owner of Walsh’s Auction, is throwing her annual party. Her friends and clients gather for a night of fun and socializing, but something sinister lurks in the back of the minds of everyone attending; the old house-turned auction site is rumoured to be haunted, and even the owner herself won’t remain there alone after dark!

Suddenly, a scream rings out and a man is found, dressed as a Phantom and lying in a pool of blood. As the crowd tends to this mysterious man, Leanne Walsh is murdered! Moments later, the Phantom disappears, leaving only a disguise to prove he was there in the first place. Who killed Leanne Walsh and why? Is the Phantom human, or supernatural? It’s up to the guests question the suspects and piece together the clues to determine who had the motive, means and opportunity to kill Leanne Walsh. Was it a human, or was she killed by the Phantom of the Auction House?
The Pirates' Revenge
​The year is 1719 and pirates scour the sea like sharks, attacking even the most prominent of ships. Welcome aboard the pirate ship Revenge, the most feared ship on the water – and she is yar! Grisly Meed, the Captain of the Revenge was, until recently, the longest serving captain at her helm. This night, his reign has been stolen from him with a slash of a blade – his own blade – his prized treasure, the Sword of Steggan. Captain Meed has been found dead in his quarters, and his murderer could have only been a member of the crew! Now everyone aboard is a suspect in his murder, and the mutineer must be discovered and face his judgement by Davy Jones himself.