Which The Big Bang Theory actor has a real-life Ph.D. in neuroscience? Which science fiction series won acclaim for an episode named “San Junipero”?
If you’re a TV trivia buff, it’s time to put that knowledge to the test by hosting a quiz night for your friends. You may know obscure TV facts, but do you know how to host a legendary trivia party?
Don’t worry, we’ve got the answers you’re looking for. We’ve put together these top tips to help you host the best TV trivia nights in town!
- Pick a Theme
TV trivia nights are always heaps of fun, but adding a theme takes the night to new levels of excitement.
You could choose a TV game shows theme and have a spinning wheel to choose trivia categories. You could host a Breaking Bad party and serve cocktails in lab beakers and test tubes. What about a Friends-themed party instead, with plenty of Central Perk coffee and maybe even a meat trifle?
- Rounds and Questions
Once you’ve settled on a theme, you can start constructing the quiz.
First, you need to create the TV trivia questions. You can come up with the questions yourself, or use a website. Do You Remember? is packed with fun quizzes and TV trivia facts, check it out!
Next, you need to separate your questions down into different rounds. Group your questions into different topics like Reality TV, Game Shows, Iconic TV catchphrases, etc.
Remember, you don’t only have to include written questions. Picture and audio rounds are a great way to add variety to the night.
- Create Teams
Trivia nights are always best when you play in groups. Once you know how many people will be attending, divide your friends up into trivia night teams.
Create the teams strategically based on each person’s knowledge and skillsets. You don’t want all the cartoon show buffs in one team.
- Prepare in Advance
Inevitably, one of the teams will spill a drink on their answer sheet or lose their pen. Plan for the worst by packing spares of everything.
If you are doing an audio round, make sure you have a loud enough speaker so teams can hear the clues clearly. If you are using a laptop, make sure it is fully charged.
- Snacks and Drinks
A trivia night isn’t the same without some tasty party drinks and snacks. To save time, pre-mix some cocktails into large beverage dispensers.
Teams will need something to munch on as they discuss what Bryan Cranston’s character was called in Malcolm in the Middle. Give these delicious game-night recipes a try.
- Offer Great Prizes
There’s no point competing in a trivia competition if you don’t stand a chance of winning an epic prize at the end of the night.
The prizes don’t have to be expensive, but they should be eye-catching. This DIY trophy bottle topper is always a winner.
Give out more than one prize on the night to reduce unwanted tension between teams and ensure everyone feels included. You could include a prize for the best-dressed contestant or a prize for the best dance moves during the audio round.
Use These Clever Tips to Host TV Trivia Nights Everyone Will Rave About
TV Trivia nights are a great way to geek out about your favorite TV shows and stir up some friendly competition at the same time.
With these handy tips up your sleeve, your trivia nights are bound to be a success. Call up your friends and Treat Yo’ Self to a TV trivia night that you’ll all be talking about for years to come!
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