1920s Murder Mystery Party

Lin Cognito is taking over the Yarborough Branch of the Austin Public Library on Monday, October 26, for a 1920s murder mystery party. It's an interactive one, so you're not just sitting back and watching—you'll be working through clues and puzzles to solve the case.

There's a local angle to it, too. The clues and puzzles are built around Austin history, so you'll pick up a few things about the city while you're tracking down the culprit. If you've ever wanted to play detective in a room full of people doing the same thing, this is exactly that.

The party is part of the Austin Public Library's Centennial Celebrations, a library-wide program marking 100 years of the system serving the community. The dates line up perfectly: the library opened in 1926, and this celebration runs through 2026. The 1920s theme isn't just for the costumes, then—it's a nod back to the decade the whole thing started.

It all goes down at the Yarborough Branch, 2200 Hancock Dr., on Monday, October 26, from 5 PM to 6 PM. Since it's a murder mystery, you'll want to arrive on time to get your bearings before the clues start piling up.