Mystery is in the air and on the menu.
October 16–19, 2025
Each fall, the Ashland Mystery Festival gathers authors, sleuths, and mystery lovers for a weekend of intrigue. At the historic Ashland Springs Hotel, we bring the story to life with signature events that pair fine dining, wine, and a dash of suspense.
Sleuth Dinner: A Night of Intrigue & Indulgence
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7–9 p.m | $75 Per Guest (+ checkout fee)
The case? A night to remember.
The scene? The shadows of the hotel’s historic Grand Ballroom.
Your mission? Savor a delectable 3-course dinner in the company of mystery authors, each hosting their own table and ready to share stories, secrets… and a red herring or two.
This flagship Ashland Mystery Festival event is a celebration of intrigue, storytelling, and the literary minds who bring them to life. As the night unfolds, enjoy a special group reading of an original whodunit written collaboratively by featured authors and you! Costumes encouraged — channel your inner sleuth, detective, or femme fatale.
What’s Included:
- 3-course dinner presented by the award-winning LARKS Restaurant
- Meet & mingle with mystery authors
- Live “Build-A-Story” finale crafted by festival authors and you
Put on your trench coat, sharpen your wits, and join us for a night where every bite — and every clue — counts.
Pairings & Peril: A Wine, Cheese & Mystery Affair
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 4–6 p.m | *Tickets Coming Soon
What pairs better with love and murder than wine and cheese? Join us for a delectable tasting event where romance and mystery swirl together. Savor artisanal cheeses and local Rogue Valley wines as authors Korina Moss, Jennifer Young, and Kara Loo dish on the fine line between passion and peril. Guiding you through this mouthwatering experience is your host, Allison Victoria-Wolfe – winner of Worst Cooks in America and foodie extraordinaire.
Unlock The Full Mystery: Your Festival HQ
Enjoy 10% off your getaway | Available only October 16 – 19, 2025
Immerse yourself in the intrigue from start to finish. Festival goers enjoy 10% off overnight stays at the historic Ashland Springs Hotel—home to signature events and just steps from every clue, twist, and tale unfolding across downtown Ashland.
Or call: 1-888-795-4545
Mention promo code: SOLVE
Events cancelation policy: Fully refundable until 7 days out, partial refund: 50% available until 3 days prior, non-refundable with less than 3 days’ notice.