Arlington Historic House Hosts 80s-Themed Murder Mystery Dinner

Interactive event takes guests back in time to solve a retro whodunit.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:30pm

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A vibrant, high-contrast silkscreen print featuring a repeating grid of 80s icons like a cassette tape, rotary phone, and disco ball, rendered in a bold, neon color palette that evokes the playful, nostalgic mood of the event.An 80s-inspired pop art illustration captures the retro flair of the interactive murder mystery dinner at Arlington Historic House.Today in Birmingham

Arlington Historic House in Birmingham, Alabama is hosting a 1980s-themed interactive murder mystery dinner event. Guests are invited to dress up in 80s attire and participate in the fun, clue-based mystery game set in the historic mansion. The evening will also include a farm-to-table dinner prepared by a local chef, as well as a self-guided tour of the 1840s-era home and grounds.

Why it matters

This event offers a unique opportunity for the Birmingham community to experience the city's history in an engaging and entertaining way. By blending the mansion's storied past with a lively 80s-inspired murder mystery, the organizers aim to attract a diverse audience and showcase the property's charm and character.

The details

The Totally Awesome 1980's Record Release Themed Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Event will take place at the Arlington Historic House in Birmingham. Guests are encouraged to come in 80s-inspired costumes, though it is not required. During the event, they will actively participate in solving a murder mystery game set in the historic mansion, exploring the property's collection of antiques and artifacts. A farm-to-table dinner prepared by Birmingham Chef Matthew Murphree will be served in the historic dining room.

  • The event will take place on April 18, 2026.

The players

Arlington Historic House

A historic mansion in Birmingham, Alabama that was originally built in the 1840s and has a storied past involving the city's early founders and a tragic romance.

Lesley Ann Hyde

A TV personality who is co-hosting the murder mystery event as part of the Southern Ghost Girls Tours, as seen on A&E's 'Truth or Legends in Your Hometown'.

The Southern Ghost Girls Tours

A tour company that is co-hosting the murder mystery event at the Arlington Historic House.

Matthew Murphree

A Birmingham chef who will be preparing the farm-to-table dinner for the event.

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What’s next

Tickets for the event are on sale now and can be purchased through the Arlington Historic House website.

The takeaway

This 80s-themed murder mystery dinner at the historic Arlington House promises a unique and immersive experience that blends Birmingham's past with modern entertainment, offering something for everyone in the local community.