The 5 Best Interactive/Trivia Nights Around Lake Tahoe Region

Every good trivia night needs more than just questions — it needs a crowd ready to compete, laugh and argue over who really directed that 1980s cult classic. Interactive entertainment like trivia and game nights has become a vital part of the social scene in South Lake Tahoe. The Best of Tahoe recognizes the places that have turned weeknights into main events, bringing locals and visitors together for rounds of questions and rounds of drinks.

South Lake Brewing Company

At South Lake Brewing Company, trivia night pairs perfectly with a pint. This independently owned craft brewery was started by South Lake Tahoe locals Chris and Nicole Smith, who turned their passion for beer and community into one of the area’s favorite gathering spots. The open taproom, framed in warm woods and mountain vibes, regularly hosts interactive events like trivia, music bingo and beer release celebrations. But this isn't just a place to flex random knowledge — it's a space where locals bring their dogs, friends bring their board games and guests linger over flights of IPAs and lagers.

Tipsy Putt

Tipsy Putt doesn’t just offer trivia — it levels up the whole experience. Located at the heart of Stateline in the Shops at Heavenly Village, this mini golf bar merges competitive socializing with a full-service taproom. Known for its fast-paced trivia, irreverent humor and theme nights that draw creative costumes and deep-cut fandoms, Tipsy Putt turns casual play into a full-blown event. Trivia players can grab a local brew or a house cocktail and test their wits between rounds of indoor golf or “Duffleboard” — yes, that’s a thing. It’s a space that invites you to ditch the seriousness and lean into fun, which makes the victories — or the flubs — all the more memorable.

Himmel Haus

Trivia at Himmel Haus is part brain game, part social sport, and 100 percent enhanced by a stein of German beer. This authentic Bavarian-style bierhaus, located just steps from Heavenly Mountain Resort, is as much a community pub as it is a restaurant. Known for its expansive selection of German imports and Alpine dishes like schnitzel and bratwurst, Himmel Haus also earns loyal trivia fans with its lively, sometimes raucous events that fill the dining hall with laughter, cheers and the occasional heated debate over pop culture minutiae. The venue is locally owned and makes a point to support the community, hosting events like Steinfest and fundraisers alongside its regular programming.

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