A great way to get together with friends, stretch your brain cells and show off your obscure knowledge, these evenings out are best enjoyed over a drink or two. If you're on the hunt for a pub quiz in Manchester, we've rounded up some of the top bars and boozers for it.
Our list includes those offering cash prizes, free chips at the break or happy hour booze throughout. From picture rounds to history, sport and music, put your skills to the test at these events.
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Test your grey matter at The Goose every Wednesday with Misty's Quiz Night. Beat off the competition and you'll bag not only a cash prize, but a special badge to show off your victory.
There's a bar tab for second place too. Whether you win, lose or come somewhere in between, you can expect shots, sparkle and plenty of sass from start to finish.
For one of the best night out in the city, check out the immersive music quiz at Trax Social, located upstairs at the Printworks. This unique event features trivia rounds on music from across the decades, as well as a range of quick-fire questions and guess the tune. You'll even get to take part in challenges yourself, from singing in tune to feel the beat.
This quiz costs just £9 per person to enter, guaranteeing a brilliant time. You can enjoy two-for-one cocktails while you're at it, as well as delicious dishes like mac 'n' cheese bites, marinated pulled pork burgers and barbecue cauliflower tacos.
@ The Metropolitan, West Didsbury on Thursday 17th September 2026 and 3 other Thursdays
For a quiz night with a helluva twist, get over to Taskmaster at The Metropolitan. Inspired by the hit TV show, this brilliantly bizarre live game sees you and your team take on a series of ridiculous challenges.
Come out on top and you'll bag a prize that money can buy - a bar tab. Snap up a free ticket to secure your spot.
Head down on Wednesdays to Courts Club in Manchester where you'll find an epic quiz night where a £50 bar voucher is up for grabs, and it's only £2 to play. Arrive from 6.30pm and crank up your brain's coggs as your music and general knowledge is put to the test at this cool and cosy venue.
@ The Pen & Pencil on Every Tuesday
Hosted by John Stansfield (Quizimodo), this Tuesday night trivia session sees you and your team will take on some head-scratching questions, with prizes for the best named team and the winners taking all. It's just a teeny £1 entry and, while you're there, you can sip through a lovely cocktail list.
@ The Banyan Tree on Every Monday
Join The Banyan Tree for a weekly quiz night with a difference. Not only will they be testing those hardened noggins with a selection of themed rounds, but there's also a roster of curries on offer that are sure to spice things up.
@ The Bay Horse Tavern on Every Tuesday
Looking for a pub quiz in Manchester for 2022? Head to the Bay Horse Tavern for their weekly instalment of a well-loved classic. With entry at just £2 a person and £50 up for grabs, this Tuesday night event is perfect for using your trivia knowledge to win big.
@ Trof Northern Quarter on Every Wednesday
Vowing for the title of best pub quiz in Manchester is Trof's legendary Wednesday edition, where hilarious team names are a necessity. Head on over with your gang of trivia wizards and take on the Quizmodo masters, with free chips on offer for those that take part.
Quiz nights in Manchester range from very affordable to free. Courts Club in Spinningfields charges just £2 per person to enter its Wednesday quiz night. Trax Social at The Printworks charges £9 per person for its music quiz experience. Many traditional pub quizzes across the city are free to enter, with prizes typically in the form of bar vouchers, cash, or drinks. It's always worth checking with the venue in advance, as entry fees and prize structures can vary by night.
Quiz nights in Manchester run across the week, with midweek evenings being the most popular. Courts Club hosts its quiz on Wednesdays from 6:30pm. Trax Social at The Printworks runs its music quiz on selected evenings — check their listings for upcoming dates. Across the city more broadly, Wednesday is the most popular night for pub quizzes, though you'll find events running on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays too. Checking ahead is always recommended, as schedules can vary.
Yes — Manchester goes well beyond the traditional pub quiz format. Trax Social at The Printworks offers a music-themed immersive quiz experience with trivia rounds spanning multiple decades, guess-the-tune rounds, and interactive challenges like singing in tune and feeling the beat — all for £9 per person, with two-for-one cocktails and a food menu including mac 'n' cheese bites and pulled pork burgers. It's a great option for groups who want more than just a question sheet and a pencil.
Prizes at Manchester quiz nights vary by venue and format. At Courts Club in Spinningfields, the top prize is a £50 bar voucher. Trax Social at The Printworks focuses more on the experience itself, with two-for-one cocktails available throughout the evening. Across the city's traditional pub quiz circuit, prizes typically include bar tabs, cash, bottles of wine, or drinks vouchers — with some venues also awarding a prize for the best team name. Always check the specific venue's prize structure when booking.
