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We’re bringing Blood on the Clocktower back to the mansion for another night of spooky gaming! Attendees loved last October’s event, so this year we’ve increased capacity and invited more Storytellers to give more people the opportunity to join in the fun.

On February 14, we’re transforming Brucemore into Ravenswood Manor for an elegantly eerie, masquerade-themed evening of social deduction. Guests are invited to don their best evening wear and a mask to hide their identities,  just like the demons will be hiding their true intentions!

Whether you’re looking for a unique Valentine’s Day date night or chance to play games with friends at Cedar Rapids’ most iconic historic house, this is the perfect way to spend an unforgettable evening. Your experience will be set against the moody backdrop of the mansion after hours, with live music to add to the ambience. Tickets include light appetizers, a unique gaming experience, and self-guided tour access to the mansion during cocktail hour. Canned soft and hard drinks will be available to purchase.

About the Game:

Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game of murder and mystery led by a Storyteller. Each player will be assigned a unique character and designated either good or evil. Good players share information to help solve the mystery, while evil players lie to try to lead the group astray. The good team wins if they can work together to execute the demon. The evil team wins if the demon can wipe out the entire village.

If you’re not familiar with the game, we recommend watching this video to see how it works!

Get Tickets

Tickets: $30 per player | Brucemore Supporters receive $5 off each ticket. | A $4 processing fee will be added to all online and phone orders.

This evening will include games in three rooms that run at the same time. Please use the links below to select tickets for a group. Each room has a recommended play style to help create a curated game experience, but players of all experience levels and interests are welcome to join any room. If you are planning to attend the event with others and your party is purchasing tickets separately, please make sure that everyone purchases tickets for the same group. If you have any questions, please email us or call 319-362-7375.

🎫 Purchase Tickets for Group 1 – Library (Recommended for players who want a SOCIAL deduction. Come here if your favorite part of games is socializing or if you like to get into character!)

🎫 Purchase Tickets for Group 2 – Sitting Room (Recommended for players who want a Social DEDUCTION experience. Come here if you want to focus on solving the mystery!)

🎫 Purchase Tickets for Group 3 – Basement (Recommended for experienced players. Come here if you want to play with other people who love BotC as much as you do!)

Event Details 

Event Date: Saturday, February 14

Event Schedule:

• Doors open at 6:00 PM
• 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM – Cocktail Hour
• 6:30 PM – Optional game orientation for new players
• 7:00 PM – Gameplay begins
• 10:00 PM – Event Ends

What to expect from this event:

• Three Storytellers will lead games in three different rooms. 1-3 games may be played during the event. The number of games played will depend on how much time players spend on each game.
• Games include Night phases where the demon will choose which players to kill and Day phases where players will share their knowledge to try to solve the mystery.
• During Night phases, players will be seated in a circle. During Day phases, players will be able to visit other rooms of the mansion while they have conversations about solving the mystery.
• Players will receive their character assignments as they arrive. Please arrive by 6:50 PM to ensure gameplay can start by 7:00 PM.
• This game is designed to be enjoyed by adults, but players 15 and up may participate.

Navigating the site:

• The entrance to the estate is on Linden Drive. Some GPS systems may try to take you to another gate. This video and this labeled Google Map can help you plan your route to the entrance before you arrive.
• When you arrive on the site, follow signs to the mansion. Parking is available a short walk from the entrance. If parking near the mansion is full, overflow parking is available near the Carriage House, which is a short walk from the mansion.
• Event check-in is inside the mansion. Please enter through the front door, located next to the circle drive.

Accessibility Note:

The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to access the other floors. There is no elevator inside the mansion. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.

Ticket and Photo Policies:

• All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
• At this event, photography and videos may be recorded. By attending this event, you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for educational, archival, or promotional purposes. If you have concerns about your likeness appearing in these photos and videos, please talk to a staff member when you check in for the event.
• Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-commercial use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.