2025 Trivia Tournament
Hey, Humboldt County...remember the big tournament we had last year? How about we do it again?! Time to see how your team will do against all the other teams that play Reel Genius Trivia…all over the county. Announcing the second annual Humboldt County Tournament of Champions! Whether you’re in Eureka, McKinleyville, Arcata, Fortuna, or Blue Lake…see if you can compete against the county’s best and brightest.
The basics:
1) Register your team
2) Play at least five games (at any venue) during the months of August and September to qualify. Your team’s top 5 scores will be averaged. Play as many games as you’d like to raise that average.
3) The 12 teams (up from 10 teams last year!) with the highest averages over that 2-month period will be invited to a 2-game final round in October.
Cash prizes for the top 3 teams
But, you’ll want to read all the details here:
Jul 18 @ 6:00
We are thrilled to be returning to one of the original Reel Genius Trivia locations! Come check out the retro vibe at Phatsy's. This place was made for trivia, so grab some friends and come join us!
Only one game a month for now, on the third Friday of the month, so don't miss it! Starts at 6:00.
(Fortuna) Jul 22, 29 @ 6:00
Trivia now in Fortuna! We haven't been down that way for a while and we're thrilled to be back. As you know, you can't play trivia hungry, so come try some of the delicious pizza and show off what you know! Games are every Tuesday night at 6:00.
Jul 22 @ 6:30
We've really been enjoying the trivia games at Blue Lake Casino's Wave Lounge...You gotta come join us and see why!
Teams limited to 4 players here because of the awesome prize packages supplied by the casino. Have more than that? No worries...just split up your group (you can still have tables right next to each other) and add to the fun with a little friendly competition!
Come on out and see us in Blue Lake at 6:30...2nd and 4th Tuesday every month!
Jul 23, 30 @ 6:00
How's this for some BIG news?! Lost Coast Brewery (yes, the legendary HC institution) has now added trivia! We don't have to sell you on this one...you already know about the fantastic beer selection and terrific menu. We've all been going there for years, right?!
Now, if you drop by on Wednesdays at 6:00, you can play some trivia too. Games are every Wed at 6:00.
(McKinleyville) Jul 23, 30 @ 6:00
Now you can play trivia in McKinleyville! Oh, and have a fun night out with some great pizza too! Every Wednesday night at 6:00.
Jul 25 @ 6:00
In the mood for a great glass of wine? How about a night of great trivia? Well, we've got you covered at Old Growth Cellars!
Come on out for a fun evening among the casks. Food provided by various food trucks...you can call day of the game to see which one it is, but we haven't had a bad one yet.
Twice a month now...on the 2nd and 4th Fridays
Jul 25 @ 6:00
Hey, McKinleyville...the Moose Lodge is opening its doors to the public for some trivia!
If you've never been to the Lodge, now's your chance. Relaxed feel, good food, great bar...and now a really good trivia night! C'mon by and check it out.
Trivia is at 6:00 on the last Friday of the month.
Jul 31 @ 6:00
Well, look who's joining the trivia party! We're so excited (and a little bit honored, really...) to be starting regular games at Mad River Brewing in Blue Lake.
We don't have to tell you much about this iconic Humboldt County brewery...you already know about the classic Steelhead Extra Pale Ale and the killer food at the tap room, but now we get see how all this great stuff pairs with trivia. Our prediction: it'll be awesome, of course!
Games will be at 6:00 every-other Thursday.
Aug 5, 19 @ 7:00
Attention, all crew...report to the Kaptain's Quarters!
You gotta check out Eureka's newest tap room. These guys just opened in early September and they have everything...beers, ciders, kombuchas...even some wine...all on tap! And if it's not on tap, they have an impressive can and bottle selection too.
If that's not enough for you, they added trivia...starting just days after opening. Genius move!
Come support a new local business. Games are 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00
Aug 7, 21 @ 6:30
Hey, Arcata...General Trivia has been hopping at Humbrews! You deserve a fun night out! Check out Humbrews' great food (we like the wings!) and impressive tap selection!
Games are on Thursdays...usually 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month...but check the calendar (here or on the Humbrews website)...dates sometimes move around a bit to accommodate music acts. All games at 6:30.
Aug 7, 21 @ 6:00
Ok, you've probably been hearing about the unique and totally awesome pizzas here since they opened. Seems like everyone we talk to is blown away by tastiness of their pizza creations. And, don't worry...they have traditional pizza too. Along with some great taps, plenty of TVs for sports viewing, and oh yeah...trivia now too! Yep, what more do you need? Do yourself a favor and c'mon out...you won't regret it!
All games at 6:00. Games are 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month.
Thank you, Madrone
On November 7, 2018 the very first Reel Genius Trivia night was held at the Madrone Brick Fire Pizza & Taphouse in Eureka.
We had no idea how it would be received or if anyone would like it enough to come back for the next one, but the Madrone decided to take a chance and gave us a shot.
We've been entertaining Humboldt County for over six years and the Madrone logo has never NOT appeared on our website.
On January 29, 2025 we performed our final trivia night for the Madrone. They have closed their doors and decided to pursue other goals. We've never forgotten that first night and we will always be grateful to Kyall, Autumn, and Alex for their faith in our little startup.
They created a community that we were honored to be part of and we will forever be grateful. We'll miss you very much. Best Wishes!