Murder on the Mountain

Murder on the Mountain returns for its third annual run, transforming the historic Wasatch Mountain Lodge into an immersive evening of mystery, music, and dining. Your evening begins with a short walk through the woods along a lighted path before arriving at the alpine lodge for a fully interactive performance by Salty Theatre Company and a multi-course dinner curated by Chef David Kimball.

Event highlights:
- Immersive murder mystery performance featuring music, dancing, storytelling, and dramatic twists.
- Multi-course dinner by Chef David Kimball served as the story unfolds.
- A short, lighted walk through the woods to the historic mountain lodge.

Menu (selected items):
- The Gathering of Suspects Poisoned Pumpkin Bisque: Velvety roasted butternut squash and pumpkin soup with warm autumn spices, finished with toasted pumpkin seed oil and roasted pepitas. Served with artisan bread and whipped butter.
- The Widow’s Harvest Salad: Baby greens and radicchio with dried tart cherries, candied Utah pecans, and crumbled goat cheese. Served with artisan bread, whipped butter, and a blood-orange and dark balsamic vinaigrette on the side.
- The Main Suspect (choose one):
- The Sheriff’s Favorite Chicken Pot Pie: Free-range chicken in savory gravy with peas and carrots in a deep-dish crust. Served with creamy russet mashed potatoes.
- The Coroner’s Cut: Slow-braised Niman Ranch short rib on mashed potatoes with peas and carrots, braising cream with roasted wild mushrooms, finished table-side with roasted bone marrow, black pepper, and garlic butter.
- The Witch’s Alibi (Vegan): Roasted half acorn squash stuffed with wild rice, dried cranberries, toasted pumpkin seeds, and sage. Served over root vegetable purée with dark balsamic and blackberry reduction.
- Kids: Choice of house mac and cheese, buttered noodles, or chicken tenders and fries.

Desserts and extras:
- Winter Spice Sponge Cakes: Layered with skillet-charred apples and bourbon-maple mascarpone cream, toasted oat streusel.
- Key Lime Corpse Tartlet, Haunted Parsnip Cake, Strawberry Graveyard Trifle (serves up to 4).
- Tableside S'more’s (serves up to 4): Marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate bars, and a tabletop burner.
- Hot Cocoa Bar (serves up to 4): House-made cocoa with mini marshmallows, peppermint, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
- Charcuterie (serves 2–4): Local cheese, cured meats, fresh and dried fruit, and Utah honey.
- Theater snacks (serves up to 4): Buttery popcorn, kettle corn, and assorted chocolates and candy.
- Cookies & Milk (serves up to 4): Chocolate chip cookies and milk.

Tickets and logistics:
- Tickets: $99 for adults, $79 for kids 12 and under. Tickets include dinner and the murder mystery performance.
- Capacity limited to 70 guests per night.
- Beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase.
- Location: Wasatch Mountain Lodge, located above the Brighton base area. Guests walk a short, lighted path through the woods to reach the lodge.

Dietary and accessibility notes:
- This is a limited-service location. While the event team strives to accommodate dietary needs, please contact [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance regarding allergies or dietary restrictions. A completely allergen-free environment cannot be guaranteed, but requests will be accommodated where possible.
- Brighton Resort is committed to accessibility. Due to mountainous terrain and the outdoor nature of the event, some venues may present mobility challenges. If you require accommodations, contact [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance.

Address:
8302 South Brighton Loop Road
Brighton, Utah 84121-9740