The Holiday Party Your Team Will Rave About
Ditch the rubber-chicken banquet. We deliver a hassle-free, laughter-loaded murder-mystery that turns colleagues into co-conspirators so you can be the holiday-party hero.
What Happens When “Just Dinner & a DJ” Falls Flat?
Even the prettiest décor and a five-star dinner can’t rescue a holiday party with dull entertainment. We’ve watched it happen: phones come out, small talk turns awkward, and the planner wonders where the magic went.
With a Jest Murder Mystery Holiday Party, you trade nervous silence for shared laughter, inside jokes, and guests who stay ‘til the last clue.
Let’s skip the forgettable and deliver the unforgettable.
Ready to Ditch the Stress and Be the Holiday Hero?
Tell us a little about your holiday party and we’ll take it from there.
Trusted By:
Making Holiday Heroes Since 1999
Effortless events. Unforgettable mystery. We bring the murder, laughs, and make your guests the stars so you take the credit for the best holiday party ever.
25 Years of Experience
Our decades of know-how means no learning curve and no planner panic.
Nationwide Troupes
Local actors in major U.S. cities travel to your venue, so a killer holiday party is always within reach.
HR-Friendly Comedy
PG-13 humor, optional participation, zero cringe. Even Legal and the VP of Finance will be laughing.
Professional Comic Actors
Seasoned performers steer the story and the crowd while you sit back and enjoy the applause.
Let’s Make Your Holiday Party Effortless
Get pricing for your next event and you will be one step closer to planning a murder... (I mean holiday party).
How to Plan a Holiday Party (Without The Stress)
Get Holiday Pricing
Share a few details in our short form and we’ll email a clear, custom quote—no pressure, no surprises.
Reserve Your Date
Review the quote, e-sign, and relax. We book our local troupe, and handle every entertainment detail.
Enjoy the Holiday
From guest arrival to dessert, the whodunit unfolds with laughter, holiday selfies, and brag-worthy memories.
Stress-Free Planning & Unforgettable Holiday Fun
Since 1999, HR teams, office admins, and “voluntold” party planners have trusted Jest Murder Mystery Co. to transform year-end banquets into laugh-out-loud whodunits. Our professional actors slip seamlessly into your dinner service, keep every guest engaged, and leave you basking in the glory of “best party ever!“
Time to be the Holiday Party Hero
We handle the details, laughs and guest interaction so you can relax, raise a toast, and collect the compliments. Ready to swap awkward silences for shared laughter?
Where Easy Planning Meets Epic Holiday Fun.
We turn your dinner party into a live, interactive experience your guests won’t stop raving about.
Transform a Ordinary Dinner to a Holiday Whodunit
Press play on the video to watch our 75-second, hand-drawn story pulled straight from the real-world experiences of thousands of satisfied HR pros and office planners we’ve served since 1999. Follow “Shirley” as she swaps predictable party acts for a laugh-out-loud murder mystery and walks away a bona-fide Holiday-Party Hero.
Imagine a year-end event where laughter echoes, phones stay pocketed, and memories stick. With Jest Murder Mystery Co. that’s not a wish list it’s your next party.
Our professional comic actors slip seamlessly between meal courses, handing out character roles, sparking inside jokes, and turning every guest costumed or not into a star in the mystery. No scripts. No pressure. Just spontaneous fun and genuine connection.
Creative Themes for Your Holiday Party
At Jest Murder Mystery Co., we offer a range of exciting holiday party themes that are guaranteed to add a touch of intrigue and entertainment to your holiday celebration. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a large corporate event, our immersive themes will captivate your guests and create a memorable experience. One teensy-weensy caveat: Not all shows are available in all areas. Shows themes will be confirmed once your actors are booked.
Explore some of our popular holiday party themes below:
A Dickens of a Killing
This Charles Dickens inspired holiday murder mystery theme takes place in merry olde England.
Harm for the Holidays
A modern murder mystery theme set at the family holiday dinner of Harm Enterprises, LLC.
The Christmas Killer
A Christmas toy themed murder mystery featuring a cast of misfit toys, reindeer and other classic Christmas characters.
The Anti-Claus
We bring Santa and daytime television together in this holiday special themed murder mystery party.
Professional Holiday Party Entertainers
At Jest we take pride in our team of professional holiday party entertainers. With their exceptional acting skills, engaging performances, and dedication to creating unforgettable experiences, our entertainers are here to bring your event to life. Our professional actors will ensure that your holiday party is filled with laughter, excitement, and holiday cheer. Get ready to be captivated by their talent, watch them help your guests shine and immerse your group in a truly memorable celebration. Read a few of our actor profiles below.
Tina Cool-Anderson
Tina has recently relocated to St. Louis from Branson, Missouri where she performed for 14 years. Career highlights include: vocalist with the USO of Metropolitan New York, premiere cast of “Hey Mr. Producer!” in New York City with Sir Cameron Mackintosh and Lead Vocalist for Greg Thompson Productions at Harrah’s Casino in Reno, NV.
She is the Executive Director of Forte Theatre Productions. tinacoolanderson.com
Andy Vieluf
Andy Vieluf is from Las Vegas, NV. Billing himself as a “Professional Weirdo” across the west coast, Andy’s “jack of all trades” entertainment style includes things like music, magic, clowning, fire arts, and so much more.
Andy spent 2 years as a Blue Man in Blue Man Group Las Vegas. He has been in films Transformers, Ted 2, Yes Man, and Paul Blart: Mall Cop, and television shows Shipping Wars (A&E), Entourage (HBO), and Bar Rescue (SpikeTV).
Taijha Silas
Taijha Silas is from Louisiana and received her bachelors in Directing and Musical Theatre from Nothwestern State University. After college Taijha moved to St. Louis to start working with the Saint Louis Black Repertory Theatre as a Acting and Marketing Fellow.
During her time in Saint Louis Taijha performed in shows such as We All Fall Down (Ester) , Behind The Sheet (Mary), Death of a Salesman (Jenny), EUBIE!, Plan B 3 (Marybeth), Stamping, Shouting,& Singing Home( Momma/ Luella), and Turn-Up ( Bertie).
Chris Powers
Chris Powers is originally from Hot Springs, the cheese-sauce-filled heart of Arkansas. He graduated from Western Kentucky University where he inadvertently majored and minored in theatre.
Obviously, teaching was the next course of action. He taught the theatrical arts, founded a black-box theatre and improv troupes ins his hometown.
Chris moved to St. Louis in 2014 and has been “working” for Jest Murder Mysteries ever since.
Holiday Party FAQ
What exactly happens at a Holiday Murder Mystery Party?
Our comic actors mingle as guests arrive, hand out playful character cards, and weave a laugh-out-loud whodunit between dinner courses, no stage, no scripts, just immersive holiday fun.
Some teammates don’t celebrate Christmas, will they feel left out?
Absolutely not. In 25 + years we’ve entertained thousands of guests from every background from Fortune-500 teams, universities, nonprofits and we’ve never received a single “I felt excluded” complaint. Our holiday repertoire is lightly seasonal (think a tongue-in-cheek Christmas Carol spoof or the “family-business holiday party gone wrong” in Harm for the Holidays). The humor is PG-13 and workplace-friendly, and the focus is always the whodunit, not the holiday. Whether guests say “Merry Christmas,” “Happy Hanukkah,” or skip greetings altogether, they’ll still laugh, mingle, and crack the case together.
Can you perform in our office, restaurant, or rented banquet room?
If there’s space to laugh and dine, there’s space for a mystery! We’ve performed in private dining rooms, wineries, banquet halls, conference centers, offices, and homes. If your guests can eat there, we can entertain there.
Should we wear costumes or ugly holiday sweaters?
Dress however the spirit moves you! Some planners invite guests to match the show’s theme (think Dickens-era accents for A Christmas Carol spoof), others run a full-on Ugly Holiday Sweater contest, and plenty keep things business-casual. Whatever feels right for your team is perfect. Our actors provide character cards that work with any attire, so no one has to scramble for outfits. Bottom line: come comfortable just make sure you’re clothed!
How long is the show, and will it fit around our dinner and speeches?
Plan on about 90 minutes of total storyline, delivered in bite-size chunks between meal courses, in a 2 or 3 act format. We coordinate with you so each scene lands after plates are cleared, and we happily pause for a CEO toast, award presentation, or secret-Santa exchange. Your guests stay engaged the entire time never waiting, never rushed.
How far in advance should we book December dates?
Prime Friday/Saturday evenings typically book up 4–6 months out. Weeknight dinners, lunches, or early-January “holiday hangover” parties can often be booked with as little as a months notice. If you have a firm date in mind, securing it early is the safest bet. If you find yourself in a bind and the holidays snuck up on you give us a call at 1 (888) 234-9984 and we can help you find a date and time for your party.
I need some holiday party planning help who do I ask?
We’ve got answers! Our friendly team is here to help you every step of the way. Whether you’re still exploring options or ready to dive into the details, we’re just a quick message or call away.
Call: 1 (888) 234-9984
Email: [email protected]
Reach out anytime—we love talking mystery, laughter, and how to make your event unforgettable.
How is holiday party pricing calculated?
We keep it simple: one entertainment fee based on date, city, and group size no rigid bronze/silver/gold tiers. Travel for our nearest troupe is folded in, and there are no surprise upsells just give us a few quick details about your holiday party, and we’ll send you a custom quote with everything you need to know. No pressure, no guesswork just clear pricing for your perfect party.
