Every gathering has the potential to become an unforgettable story.
Your gathering deserves more than a celebration. It deserves a story worth telling. Beginning in June 2027, Ink & Alibi will bring immersive literary experiences directly to your doorstep, business, winery, resort, or favorite Northern Michigan gathering place.
Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a book club, planning a baby shower, gathering friends for a weekend Up North, or looking to create a memorable experience for your guests, customers, or community, we’ll help transform your event into a story-worthy adventure that will be remembered long after the final clue is uncovered.
Every Ink & Alibi experience is centered around storytelling, curiosity, and imagination—inviting guests to step beyond the page into a world where stories don’t just unfold, they’re uncovered.
Have questions or want to start planning your experience? Complete the below form or reach us anytime at clues@inkandalibi.com.
Signature Experiences
Ink & Alibi events are designed for readers and mystery lovers of all ages. We currently offer experiences for:
Children and adult birthdays
Book clubs
Baby showers
Bridal showers & bachelorette parties
Graduation celebrations
Family reunions
Northern Michigan visitors and vacation groups
Corporate gatherings
Employee and customer appreciation events
Northern Michigan businesses, destinations, and community organizations (including wineries, breweries, resorts, retailers, and more)
Schools and youth organizations
Every event begins with a story. Whether your group is solving a mystery, visiting a magical story world, discovering their next favorite book, or celebrating a new chapter, each experience is rooted in the idea that every story holds a key. Choose one of the following experiences from the Ink & Alibi Classified Archive—or let us create something original for your group.
Story Worlds
Step inside your favorite stories.
From witches and wizards to classic detectives, each Story World invites guests to immerse themselves in a literary adventure inspired by their favorite genres and stories. Activities are thoughtfully tailored to your chosen theme and may include crafts, creative projects, interactive games, themed keepsakes, curated book selections, and imaginative discoveries designed for readers of all ages.
Whether guests are crafting their own wand, designing a magical bookmark, discovering mythical creatures, writing secret messages, or exploring enchanted artifacts, every Story World celebrates the joy of books, creativity, and imagination.
Current story world inspiration includes: the secret library, witches and wizards, myths and legends, detectives and secret agents, ghosts and paranormal happenings, and Michigan mysteries.
Don't see your favorite story world? Please reach out about a custom experience for your group.
The Investigation
A collaborative mystery-solving experience.
Every investigation begins in the Classified Archive, where a newly released case file, carefully preserved evidence, and hidden clues await. Work together to examine the evidence, decipher secret messages, and solve an original Ink & Alibi mystery inspired by classic detective fiction, literary adventures, and tales of intrigue.
The Enchanted Story
Once upon a time starts here. A magical celebration for growing families.
Celebrate the beginning of this exciting new chapter by helping to create baby's first library. Guests can browse a thoughtfully curated selection of children's books—from treasured classics to future favorites—to build a library that will grow alongside its newest reader. Surrounded by enchanting storybook-inspired décor, guests can handwrite heartfelt messages inside their favorite books to create keepsakes that will be treasured for years to come. Designed especially for baby showers and growing families, this immersive literary experience celebrates the joy of reading, imagination, and the stories that will shape a lifetime of memories. Custom themes and personalized enhancements available upon request.
The Storytellers Guild
Some stories are waiting to be uncovered. Others are yours to create.
Every great story begins with a blank page. This creative literary experience provides each guest with a sealed manuscript envelope that contains a writing prompt, mysterious artifact, journal, and inspiration to craft their own tale. Whether you’re writing a thrilling mystery, magical adventure, or legendary quest, you’ll leave with the beginning of a story that’s all your own.
Customize Your Experience
Every Ink & Alibi experience can be customized to fit your group, celebration, or venue. Depending on your event, experiences may include:
Books & Discovery
Curated book collections with personalized recommendations
Private shopping experiences
Mobile bookstore pop-ups
Interactive Experiences
Mystery games with evidence packets and hidden clues
Story-inspired activities and literary adventures
Crafts and creative activities
Family-friendly programming
Special Touches
Story-inspired décor
Exclusive Ink & Alibi keepsakes
Seasonal programming, holiday markets, and festivals
Community collaborations
The Classified Volume
A mystery reading experience.
Choosing your next great read should feel like an adventure. Released from the Classified Archive, every Classified Volume contains a carefully curated book wrapped in secrecy and accompanied by clues, exclusive Ink & Alibi keepsakes, and a few surprises along the way. Examine the evidence, trust your instincts, and uncover your next unforgettable story.
Perfect for book clubs, wineries, reader gatherings, vacation weekends, or anyone who loves a good mystery.
Plan Your Next Adventure
Reservations are now open for one-of-a-kind Ink & Alibi experiences beginning June 1, 2027. We’d love to help create a story your guests will remember. Complete the inquiry form below — or email us anytime at clues@inkandalibi.com — to begin planning your next adventure.
