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.
Pairings & Peril: A Wine & Mystery Affair
Friday, October 17, 2025 | 4–6 p.m | $35 Per Guest (+ checkout fee)
Sleuth Dinner: A Night of Intrigue
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.
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.