Did you know there’s no up-to-date list for all Cardiff quiz nights? Until now! If you want to stretch your mind muscles or do something with your friends, here are the quiz nights in Cardiff. Whether you’re a trivia buff, a social butterfly, or simply looking for a fun night out, Cardiff’s array of quiz nights offers something for everyone.
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Updated on: 10 February 2026
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Best Pub Quiz in Cardiff
I’m not the brightest penny in the till, but I enjoy a quiz night. It often brings out the “best” bits of my personality, such as being over-competitive, loud and argumentative. But that’s what makes a great pub quiz, right?!
Quiz Nights have long been a beloved weeknight tradition, offering a perfect blend of entertainment, camaraderie, and intellectual challenge. From pop culture and history to sports and science, the topics covered during these quizzes are diverse.
Pub Quiz Nights in Cardiff
Putting together this list of quiz nights in Cardiff was difficult! Who knew it would be hard to out where and when the pubs host their quiz nights? Their websites aren’t always up to date, and there is limited information on social media. I had to scour the internet and make some calls. I’m sure some have been missed; if you know of any regular quizzes, please get in touch.
Pub Quiz Cardiff Monday
Pontcanna Inn
The weekly quiz at the Pontcanna Inn on Cathedral Road takes place Mondays from 6.45pm until 9pm. It is £2 per person, and you can win a £100 bar tab. You can expect general knowledge or the occasional specific theme, such as Friends and a Gavin and Stacey pub quiz. A maximum of 6 in a team.
🐾 Dog friendly
Head of Steam
The first of the quiz nights in Cardiff city centre on John Street is Head of Steam. Starting at 8pm on Monday nights. It is £1 per brain with a maximum team of 8 players. Also, get 2 for £15 on burgers, including chicken, beef and vegan.
🐾 Dog friendly
Juno Lounge
Juno Lounge in Roath hosts a quiz night every Monday. It starts at 7pm. Entry is £2 per person, with a maximum of 6 per team. £1 goes to their chosen charity and the other to the prize pot.
🐾 Dog friendly
Cardiff Pub Quiz Tuesday
Pen and Wig Cardiff Pub Quiz
The Pen and Wig is a 3-minute walk from Queen Street train station. Every Tuesday at 7.45pm is a quiz with a £50 cash prize. Often it’s themed, and has included DC vs Marvel, Love Island and Harry Potter. Entry is £1 per person.
🐾 Dog friendly – there’s even a dog menu!
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Transport for Wales now offers Multiflex, which gives you 12 journeys for the same price as 5 returns. With stops in Taffs Well, Radyr, Whitchurch, Llandaff North, Cathays, two in the city centre – Queen Street and Cardiff Central – plus Cardiff Bay. And, who doesn’t want to save money to spend on quiz nights in Cardiff?
Heathcock
The Llandaff pub quiz at The Heathcock is on the last Tuesday of every month. It costs £2 per person, with the money going to a local charity. It starts at 7pm. Teams are for a maximum of 6 people.
🐾 Dog friendly in the bar area only
Brewhouse & Kitchen
The microbrewery, Brewhouse & Kitchen, opposite the entrance to Sophia Gardens, hosts a Tuesday quiz at 8pm. Registration starts at 7pm and is £1 per head. There are 5 rounds, including a picture round. You can even have the questions read out in Welsh, as the host is bilingual. The winner gets a 9 pint keg and the weekly jackpot.
I don’t mean to brag, but my team, “The Undatable, plus three and a dog”, currently has the highest winning score of 82%.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Malsters
The weekly quiz at the Malsters in Llandaff starts at 7pm. There are numerous prizes to be won, including the chance to spin the Wheel of Wonder. The spin could win you a round of drinks or an extra point for your team! It’s £1 per person, and it’s recommended to pre-book your table.
🐾 Dog friendly in the bar area only
Brewdog Cardiff Pub Quiz
Play mind games every Tuesday at BrewDog in the city centre. While there, you can try to choose from the 25 taps of craft beer or dig into the brewing menu. You can win BrewBucks, Beer and a cash jackpot. Plus, entry is free!
🐾 Dog friendly
Slizza Pizza & Pub
You can quiz at Slizza Pizza & Pub in Canton on Tuesdays between 7.30 – 9.30pm. The BIG Quiz is £1 per person to enter, with a maximum of 5 team members. There are many prizes to be won, including the pot, pizza and fizz.
🐾 Dog friendly
Barbara’s Bier Bar
The Barbara’s Weekly Boozy Quiz Night in Cardiff takes place on Tuesdays between 8pm-10pm. I recommend you book a table and make a note that you want to take part in the quiz. They host a lot of events here. The winner gets a £50 bar tab.
The Flora
The pub quiz Cathays at The Flora is on Tuesdays at 8pm, every week. There’s a maximum of 6 people per team for £2 per person. A selection of prizes are on offer, including £50 cash, a bottle of Prosecco and a packet of crisps.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Vulcan Lounge
Every Tuesday at The Vulcan is the Anti Quiz. Sign-up starts at 8pm for £2 per person. It’s a bonkers evening out where you never know what’s going to happen. Being a smart arse won’t do you any favours here! Expect stupid party games, plenty of abuse and a lot of fun.
Fino Lounge
The weekly pub quiz in Fino Lounge takes place on Tuesdays at 7pm. It is £2 per person (cash only) to participate, with a maximum of 6 people in a team. The winning team wins the prize pot, plus mysterious prizes are to be won.
🐾 Dog friendly
Hubbox
Get your thinking caps on for Quiz Night at Hubbox Cardiff! Every Tuesday at 7pm, it’s just £2 per person to enter – great food, drinks, and prizes up for grabs!
Things to Do in Cardiff
There are plenty of days out in Cardiff, but if you’d like to go further afield, Wales is filled with natural beauty and fascinating history, and Cardiff is a brilliant base for day trips within the country. So, consider these destinations if you’re looking for day trips in South Wales:
Pub Quiz Cardiff Wednesday
Mad Dog Cardiff
The quiz night at Mad Dog Brewery on Castle Street in the city centre is held every other Wednesday at 7pm. So, double-check before going. Entry is £1 per player; prizes include beer, merchandise, and cash.
🐾 Dog friendly
Ffynnon Wen
The Ffynnon Wen is a country-style pub in Llanishen. In fact, it’s a 17th-century farmhouse serving great food and drink. The Big Pub Quiz with Paddy McGuinness is from 8pm, with a £50 gift voucher prize.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Swan Inn
On the fringes of Cardiff in Taffs Well is The Swan Inn. The quiz is every other week, starting at 7.30pm. It is £1 per person to enter, with a maximum of 6 players in a team. There is a prize for the winner and one for the best team name. Check out this list of things to do in Taffs Well.
🐾 Dog friendly
Philharmonic
The Philly has a pub quiz! Hosted by Chris Kerley from Buffalo Bellylaughs on Wednesdays at 7pm, in the Gold Lounge. It is £1 per person to enter, and you can win a £50 bar tab. Plus, it’s happy hour between 4pm-9pm.
🐾 Dog friendly
Pub Quiz Cardiff Thursday
The Dock Cardiff Bay
The Big Dock Quiz is a monthly event – on a Wednesday! You can check the next date on their Facebook page. Join the fun from 7pm with teams of 2–6 people. Just £2 per person, paid on the night – don’t miss it!
🐾 Dog friendly
One of the most scenic ways to reach Cardiff Bay is by boat! Hop aboard the water taxi from Bute Park in the city centre and enjoy a relaxing 25-minute cruise along the River Taff, taking in landmarks like the Principality Stadium before arriving right outside The Dock. You can also have an Afternoon Tea at Sea.
The Albany Pub Cardiff
At The Albany in Roath, the quiz night in Cardiff is every Thursday from 8pm in the lounge. Entry is free, and it is hosted by Paddy McGuinness! It is a proper traditional pub with a lively bar, comfortable lounge and a hidden garden, a true gem on a summer evening.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Three Arches
Quiz night in Cardiff at The Three Arches on Heathwood Road starts at 8pm. The Big Pub Quiz, hosted by Paddy McGuinness, gives the top scorer in each pub each week a £50 gift voucher to spend at their local.
The Lewis Arms
The Lewis Arms in Pentyrch is a traditional pub offering homemade food and a wide variety of drinks. The quiz night in Cardiff is on Thursday, starting at 8pm. There are cash and alcohol prizes. Plus, Carling is only £3 a pint, and there are free half-time nibbles.
Gwaelod y Garth
The quiz at Gwaelod y Garth is hosted by “Angry Rob”. You can expect new rounds, challenges and the same crap prizes each week. It starts at 8.30pm, every other week. To guarantee a table, call the team in advance. You’ll also get 20% off main courses before 7.30pm. I also recommend Sunday Lunch at Gwaelod y Garth, or a great spot to watch live sport.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Lewis Arms
Every Thursday at The Lewis Arms in Tongwynlais is quiz night in Cardiff. It starts at 8.30pm, costs £1 to play and includes free shots and snacks. If you’re hungry, you can get a meal and a drink from £10.75.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Mackintosh
For only £1 per person, the quiz night at The Mackintosh on Mundy Place starts at 8pm. A maximum of 6 people per team is allowed, and you can get extra points for the best team name. The prize pot is up to £100.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Crwys
Quiz night at The Crwys starts at 8pm on Thursday nights. The Big Pub Quiz with Paddy McGuinness is free to enter, with a £50 gift voucher as the prize.
🐾 Dog friendly
Motel Nights
At Motel Nights near Victoria Park, choose your teammates wisely, as it is challenging. You do need to book tickets in advance as tables are limited. It starts at 7pm on Thursdays. The street food is a must-try, so go hungry!
🐾 Dog friendly
Three Elms
Start the weekend on a Thursday at The Three Elms in Whitchurch. There are prizes for the top 3 teams and an additional chance to win money during the halftime bingo. The quiz starts at 8.30pm. Eat here, or there are plenty of other places to eat in Whitchurch.
🐾 Dog friendly
The Sand Martin
Every Thursday from 7.30pm is quiz and bingo night at the Sand Martin in Leckwith. Sometimes they are themed, such as Friends or Harry Potter. Entry is £1 per person, and the winning team takes home a prize. Table bookings are welcome in advance.
🐾 Dog friendly in the bar area
The Plough
The Plough hosts a themed quiz night generally on a Thursday once a month – dates are varied, so best to check out their social media. Teams are for a maximum of six eggheads; entry is £2 per person. The quiz starts at 8pm. If you’re looking for things to do in Whitchurch before, there’s plenty to keep you occupied.
🐾 Dog friendly
Paradise Garden
Quiz night kicks off at 7pm on Thursdays at Paradise Garden on City Road. Entry is £1 per person, with a maximum of 5 players, and the winning team takes the cash pot and a bottle of natural wine.
The Owain Glyndwr
At the Owain Glyndwr, you’re allowed to use your smartphone. In fact, you need one. The quiz is free to enter. You could win a £20 bar tab as well as the national prize of up to £1,500! It starts at 7.30pm.
The Glassworks
The Glassworks in the city centre hosts a monthly pub quiz. Generally, it’s on the last Thursday of the month, but it may change if there is a special event on. The big prize is £50, plus a Green King gift card and lots of other goodies. It starts at 7.30pm.
Ty’r Winch Bar
Pub quiz night at the Ty’r Winch Bar in St Mellons is on Thursday night at 9pm. The Grade II listed pub and guest house has recently been renovated. It is incredibly cosy, with 3 open fires and flagstone floors.
The Taf
The Taf Quiz at Cardiff University Students’ Union, is every Thursday at 8pm for a night of challenging trivia, epic prizes – including a minute behind the bar – and loads of laughs. It’s just £5 per team (max 8 people), with food and drink offers from 4pm. It’s the perfect student night out.
Pub Quiz Cardiff Friday
There aren’t any regular quizzes on a Friday night in Cardiff.
Pub Quiz Cardiff Saturday
There aren’t any regular pub quizzes on Saturday.
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Cardiff Pub Quiz Sunday
Porter’s
The Sunday night quiz at Porter’s on Bute Terrace. The bar opens at 4pm and the quiz starts at 7.30pm. It’s £1 per team member for up to 6 players. The winners take the quiz pot. Don’t be late!
The Woodville
The quiz at The Woodville pub in Cathays takes place on Sundays from 8pm. Entry is £1, and you can have up to 8 people on the team. The prizes are cash, drinks or food. Did you know you can also get a bottomless brunch here?
🐾 Dog friendly
Pear Tree
Quiz night at The Pear Tree on Albany Road starts at 8pm. It costs £1 per brain, with a £70 prize pot. The rounds include pictures, current affairs, general knowledge and music. It is first come, first served for tables, so you may want to go early to bag a spot.
🐾 Dog friendly
Mary’s Cardiff
The weekly pub We Love Quiz at Mary’s bar in the city centre is on Sunday at 7.30pm. The fast, fun quiz takes place on your smartphone, where you can compete for substantial cash prizes against different teams across the UK. Cheating is difficult, as it’s the fastest finger first. Plus, it’s completely free to play.
Romilly
On Sundays from 8.30pm at The Romilly in Pontcanna is the weekly quiz night (apart from bank holiday weekends). It is £1 per player, and there is no cap on the number in a team. There is a picture round, general knowledge, multiple choice and a wipe-out round. If you want to, there is an additional raffle called the Snowball Question.
🐾 Dog friendly
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Eat Out Before Your Quiz Night in Cardiff
Cardiff is a foodie’s delight. From the quality of the produce to the level of cooking, from cheap eats to something special like three-course menus, there’s something for every palate. Plus, some of the best places to eat are in Cardiff city centre. Cardiff is staking a serious claim to being one of the UK’s most exciting places to eat. Don’t forget to book ahead to guarantee a table.
Drinks Before Your Quiz Night in Cardiff
Whether looking for an after-work drink with colleagues, a boy’s or girls’ night out surrounded by cocktails, or a date night spot, you’re always close to the best bars in Cardiff Bay, the city centre and the neighbourhoods.
Stay the Night
If you know when you’d like to travel, try to book as soon as possible. Prices rise the closer you get to the travel date and are usually displayed per room rather than per person. However, there is a vast array to accommodate all budgets.
Have I missed anything?
One of the great things about Quiz Nights in Cardiff is the wide variety of venues that host them. Whether you prefer a cosy pub atmosphere or a more lively bar setting, you’ll find plenty of options to suit your taste.
I try to keep this list of the quiz nights in Cardiff up to date. If anything needs to be updated or any new offerings are out there, please feel free to get in touch. Are you one of the establishments listed and want me to review your menu? Feel free to get in contact and work with me.
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Hi, great website. I use as source for Cardiff pub quizs. St Cannas on Tuesday has changed hands and is Slizzas a pizza bar and different owners. They do a great quiz on Tuesdays
Yes, I keep meaning to update this, thanks for the reminder!
I never knew there were so many local quiz nights to me! I live in Llandaff North so will definitely check some of these out
I never knew there were so many quiz nights local to me in Llandaff North..great article!
I’m a Llandaff North / Gabalfa girl – originally!