ELDRED – Silver bells are ringing for a stand-up performance... until the jolly jokester is upstaged by a murder! The Eldred Preserve invites guests to trade their Santa hats for detective hats at “The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year,” a laugh-out-loud holiday murder mystery dinner on Sunday, Dec. 21. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m.

Set during a festive comedy show gone terribly (and hilariously) wrong, this immersive evening plunges guests into a spirited holiday whodunnit where they’ll gather clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the case before dessert. Attendees will enjoy a gourmet three-course holiday dinner prepared by the chefs at The Homestead Restaurant + Lounge while mingling with the cast and becoming part of the unfolding mystery.

“Our holiday murder mystery is the perfect way to add fun and festive intrigue to the season,” said Scott Samuelson, chief operating officer of The Eldred Preserve. “It’s an engaging, theatrical whodunnit our guests adore—especially when paired with the exceptional holiday cuisine from our culinary team.”

Tickets are $110 (plus tax and fees), with seating limited to 100 guests. Festive holiday attire or classic “ugly” sweaters are encouraged.  Tickets are available at theeldredpreserve.com/entertainment/wonderful-crime. Entertainment will be provided by The Murder Mystery Co., known for its lively and engaging performances.