Mystery Party Plan: Solve “The Case of the Purloined Party Favors”

120-page PDF, including party printables · Ages 8+ · Instant download

Got a budding detective on your hands? You want a mystery party where kids search for clues, crack codes, and catch the thief. But writing the story and hiding the clues yourself sounds overwhelming.

This plan does the detective work for you. You get a ready-to-use mystery storyline, hidden clue ideas, and activities that actually work, all organized so you can solve the case of the successful party. I tested everything at my own party and included only what truly engages and delights.

Customer Reviews

“I had 6 days to plan a party — I was kind of freaking out — and I absolutely could not have done it without this plan. The girls loved it! Thank you!” — Sally

“Thoroughly impressed with the thoughtfulness and organization that was put into this party plan! Every detail was thought of and a complete plan of action was put forth. I truly appreciate the budget friendly ideas you offered as alternatives. Thank you!” — Jamie

“We loved this! My daughter claims that this was the best birthday party EVER and even asked if we could do the same theme for next year.:)” — Delaina

“I love party planning, but needed help on thinking through the details. This Nancy Drew Guide was the perfect guide on how to set up the decor and the most important part - the mystery! LOVED this party. Definitely one of our kids most memorable and all the kids were very engaged!” — Ashley

“Five stars!” — Melissa

What Your Guests Will Do

• Search for clues hidden throughout your home
• Interview witnesses and take their fingerprints
• Crack secret codes and decode hidden messages
• Track the suspect’s shoe prints
• Lift actual fingerprints just like real detectives
• Catch the thief and recover their missing party favors!

What’s Inside

• Party script: walks you through exactly what to say and do
• Witness scripts: pre-written for family members and helpers
• Decorating: step-by-step instructions with photos and shopping links
• DIY crafts: easy-to-follow tutorials with photos
• Dessert table and menu: dessert table design layout and menu suggestions
• Party favor: one nice favor idea instead of a bag of trinkets
• Planning tools: a day-of party schedule so nothing gets overlooked, plus 33 planning tools, printables, and checklists

Printables Included

Party circles for decorating, clue circles, witness and sleuth labels, detective kit labels, happy birthday and other banners, a pennant banner, thank you tags, food tent cards, the criminal’s shoe print, a secret code, a mirror-image code, cards to coach your witnesses and suspect, a detective checklist, questions for detectives to ask witnesses, and cards for lifting and taking fingerprints.

How It Works

1. Purchase and download your Mystery Party Plan
2. Follow the shopping guide and printables instructions
3. Set up simple clues and activities following the photos
4. Enlist a few family members or friends as “witnesses”
5. Follow the included party script on the big day
6. Watch as your young detectives solve the case and declare it “the best birthday EVER!”

Perfect For

• Busy parents who are short on planning time but want to make their child feel special
• Parents who want a tested plan rather than piecing ideas together from Pinterest
• Parents who want to be present and enjoy the party instead of stressing about hosting
• Kids ages 8+ (works great for both boys and girls!)

Instant Download

Digital PDF (8.5" x 11"). Your download link appears right after checkout and stays active for 7 days. I’ll email it too. No physical product is sent.