This Iconic Mountain Resort in New York's Hudson Valley Has More Than 135 On-site Fireplaces-and Exclusive Murder Mystery Weekends

"Perched along the shores of glacial Mohonk Lake in New York's Hudson Valley, Mohonk Mountain House has captivated visitors with its extraordinary natural surroundings. But the Victorian-style castle hotel, with its red-gable roofs, whimsical turrets, and more than 100 fireplaces, has, for decades, drawn whodunnit enthusiasts to its signature Murder Mystery Weekends. The resort pioneered the offering in 1976 to attract guests during the offseason. The idea proved so popular that Mohonk's Murder Mystery Weekends is now celebrating its 50th anniversary."

"The resort has teamed up with Murder Cafe, a performance group founded by husband-wife duo Frank and Kristen Marquette in Las Vegas. The troupe performs a new show each year for the annual event, which will take place from February 27 to March 1. The three-hour performance is put on across three days in the historic Parlor, a private events space with lake views, where participants can mingle with characters and try to solve the case."

"On a recent visit, I spent an evening watching a "teaser" murder mystery unfold, a condensed version of Murder Cafe's 2024 performance "Talked to Death." In it, a late-night talk show host, who is facing possible cancellation, collapses and dies on air, plunging the production into chaos. The dramatic presentation was full of twists and turns, with flamboyant characters, audience members storming the stage, and unexpected revelations."

Mohonk Mountain House sits on glacial Mohonk Lake in New York's Hudson Valley and features a Victorian-style castle with red-gable roofs, turrets, and more than 100 fireplaces. The resort launched Murder Mystery Weekends in 1976 to boost offseason visitation, and the program has become an annual signature event now in its 50th year. Murder Cafe provides immersive, theatrical whodunnit performances staged over three days in the historic Parlor, with interactive opportunities for guests. Annual programming also includes Hiker's Holiday, Wine Weekends, and the Hudson Valley Gingerbread Competition, alongside regular daily recreational offerings.

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