Best Trivia Nights in Adelaide for a Midweek Brain Boost
Calling all quizmasters, it's time to gather your mates and put your knowledge to the test with the best trivia nights in Adelaide!
Think you know your stuff? A master of general knowledge, or perhaps a little pop-culture obsessed? Well, it’s time to put your smarts to the test with a fun and fabulous trivia night. Whether you’re looking for a new way to stay connected with friends or just want to prove you’re the brainiest in the room (we love a humble brag), there’s a quiz night with your name on it.
From weekly trivia at cool-kid wine bars providing the perfect excuse for a mid-week wine, to classic pub trivia fuelled by a pint and parmi deal, Adelaide’s got plenty of places to flex your knowledge. With prizes to be won and drink deals to enjoy, round up your crew and let’s get quizzical at the best trivia nights in Adelaide – may the smartest team win!
Best Trivia Nights in Adelaide: Pubs
The Cremorne Hotel
A local Unley pub exuding fun and friendly vibes, The Cremorne Hotel is a buzzing hotspot on weekends, but did you know you can pop in for a spot of trivia every Monday evening? Fight the Monday blues and catch up with your mates over a round of general knowledge questions, hosted by QuizMeisters from 7:00pm. You’re covered on the food front too, with elevated pub food and a cheeky pint and parmi deal for $30 that’s too good to skip.
Find out more here.
207 Unley Road, Unley
The Stag Public House
The Stag Public House is the ultimate spot for a lively catch-up with friends, where hearty food and live entertainment are always on the menu. If you’re after a classic pub trivia night in the CBD, this is the place to be, with a quiz night hosted every Wednesday from 7:00pm. It’s free to play, and with a few prizes up for grabs (plus the regular food and drink menu), you’ll want to recruit your smartest pals and sign up, ASAP.
Find out more and book a table here.
299 Rundle Street, Adelaide
Brighton Metro Hotel Hotel
Brighton Metro Hotel – beautifully renovated and home to the much-loved All You Can Eat Buffet at Charli’s Diner – is bringing the laughs with its ‘Funny Quiz,’ held every Tuesday in the Beer Garden. Hosted by comedian and quiz guru Jono Makai, expect plenty of giggles as you make your way through the clever questions and fight to the finish – the smartest team will take home a cash prize, after all. With 175 years of history and a fresh facelift, this beloved pub is a chic and fuss-free spot to test your IQ.
Find out more and book here.
466 Brighton Road, Brighton
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The Alma Hotel
What’s better than a trivia night with friends? Glad you asked. Every Tuesday, Norwood local The Alma is hosting ‘Quiz & Wings,’ with 1kg of chicken wings yours for just $20. Perfect to pop in the middle of the table as you battle the buzzer – there’s no pens or paper at this trivia – and finger lickin’ good. Trivia starts at 7:00pm, so arrive a little earlier to snag the best table.
Find out more here.
66 Magill Road, Norwood
Marion Hotel
There’s always a trivia night to look forward to at the Marion Hotel, with friendly comps held every Tuesday in The Shed. Rock up for a 7:00pm start – or a little earlier to make the most of happy hour from 4:00-6:00pm. With a full kitchen and ample space to hang out before or after the game, The Marion is always a good idea for an easy night out.
Find out more here.
849 Marion Rd, Mitchell Park
Yellow Matter Brewing
Yellow Matter Brewing in Brooklyn Park is one of Adelaide’s best pubs. Female-owned and oozing charm, this aesthetic haven offers everything you want in a laid-back local. The beers are crisp and refreshing, and if they’re not your thing, the curated wine list and non-alcoholic options have you covered. Hosting The Weekly Fifty from its stunning space on occasion, you’ll need to keep an eye out on socials to know when to go.
Oh, and if you get hungry while using your brain power, the tasty pizzas will do the trick. Add a pool table, dog-friendly vibes, and you’ve got your new go-to trivia spot.
Follow on Instagram for upcoming trivia dates.
108 Marion Road, Brooklyn Park
Best Trivia Nights in Adelaide: Wine Bars, Distilleries & Restaurants
alt. Wine Bar
alt. Wine Bar in Hyde Park offers an elevated destination for delicious drops and snacks in the bustling King William Road district, with trivia held every second Monday from its effortlessly cool abode. It’s an alt-ernative to the norm, an instant hotspot bringing a sleek fit-out, a world-class wine list boasting more than 200 wines, and tasty small bites to nibble on. They proudly show the rich diversity and quality of Australian and South Australian wines through their curated wine menu, passionate staff and established relationships with some of the country’s best winemakers.
As for the trivia, the wine bar gets the first round of The Weekly Fifty, and the team will do their best to make Mondays your favourite day of the week with food specials, drink deals and prizes. Sign us up!
Find out more and book a spot here.
151 King William Road, Hyde Park
Ambra Spirits
Close out the week with trivia, gin and endless laughs at Ambra Spirits. They may be known for cocktail towers and an epic bottomless brunch, but this Friday night trivia is worth suggesting to the group chat. Kicking off at 7:30pm and hosted by The Weekly Fifty, keep your brain switched on for just a couple more hours and dive into the general knowledge quiz. The best part? Gourmet paninis are available, along with fab drink specials.
Find out more here.
43 Phillips Street, Thebarton
Nearly Bar
Tuck yourself inside this snug and low-key cool wine bar on Hindley Street, where checkerboard floors, high ceilings, a long curved bar and a communal long table invite you in for monthly trivia. Held on the first Wednesday of the month and covering The Weekly Fifty, Nearly Bar is where excellent wine is on hand to fuel the fun.
Reserve your spot via DM on Instagram.
179 Hindley Street, Adelaide
Terra and Sol
This bright and airy multi-purpose venue in Glenelg is an aesthetic pastel Pinterest dream – so be sure to be photo-ready! Terra and Sol is a premium bar with good times to be had all year, with weekly trivia held every Thursday from 7:00pm. With free entry and prizes to be won, what are you waiting for? If you’re feeling peckish, the kitchen boasts a multi-cultural inspired menu that is best for sharing with your trivia team.
As for the drinks – the extensive menu will delight just about any thirst-quenching desire, with proudly South Australian wines, beers, ciders and cocktails all on offer. Frozen daiquiris will keep you cool, and sensational sours add a little more punch.
Find out more and book a table here
18 Jetty Road, Glenelg
Nauti Buoy
Head down to Henley on the first Friday of the month for an evening of trivia, freebies, hilarious mini games and delish cocktails at Nauti Buoy. Beloved beachside cafe by day, this hot spot transforms into the coolest spot in the ‘burb on the monthly trivia night, with banter and booze fueling an evening unlike any other. Oh, and there’s a $100 voucher up for grabs for the winners!
Find out more here.
1 Henley Beach Road, Henley Beach
Bar Lune
For good food and fine wine, you can’t look past Bar Lune, one of the best neighbourhood wine bars for pours, pairings, and one of our favourite trivia nights in Adelaide. Hosting The Weekly Fifty on Wednesdays, gather the gang in the Lune Laneway for an evening of delicious eats and a general knowledge quiz that will put your memory to the test.
Wednesdays, find out more on Instagram
303 The Parade, Beulah Park, Adelaide
Plant 4 Bowden
It’s always buzzing at Plant 4 Bowden, with a packed schedule day in, day out. Our pick? Trivia Thursdays, of course. It’s free to join with plenty of room for all your friends, includes prizes, and promises to be anything but boring. We suggest arriving early to sort dinner, with My Collective Kitchen, Fun2SeeYa Pizzeria, Ozzie Gozleme, and so much more open from 5:00pm. Every eatery has vegan and gluten-free options, and you can even find dessert (or tomorrow’s breakfast) from Cakeboy Donuts, serving up lip-smackingly tasty treats.
Sitchu tip: If you can’t make it to Thursday Trivia, night markets are held every Wednesday and Friday. You’ll find locals sipping on a glass of wine and enjoying a feed before meandering around the diverse mix of stalls.
Find out more here.
5 Third Street, Bowden
TGI Fridays
Have a niche knowledge from watching your favourite movie or show countless times? You need to check out the upcoming themed trivia at TGI Fridays! Hosted on Tuesdays fortnightly at both Tea Tree Plaza and Marion, this is for TV and movie buffs, with quizzes dedicated to Game of Thrones, Friends, Harry Potter or Pokémon… just to name a few. All you need to do is reserve a spot online, then get ready to geek out with your mates.
Sitchu tip: If trivia isn’t your thing, perhaps Friday night’s Boozy Beats Bingo is more up your alley.
Find out more and reserve your spot here.
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