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The original bar game network · Since 1985
Make your slow nights the nights people talk about
Turn any TV into a reason to stay. Buzztime gives bars and restaurants live-hosted bar trivia, always-on games, real-time scoring, and a game library built to keep guests playing, ordering, and coming back.
500+ venues 2M+ games / month Since 1985
Buzztime Live · Round 1LIVE1000 pts
Which weeknight is the classic sweet spot for turning empty seats into a trivia crowd?
The short answer
What is bar trivia?
Bar trivia is a live quiz game played in bars and restaurants, where guests answer general-knowledge questions solo or in teams — usually on a weekly trivia night, competing for prizes and bragging rights. Buzztime delivers it two ways: live-hosted trivia nights with a mic, leaderboards, and real-time scoring, and always-on automated trivia that runs at tables all day with no staff needed. Venues on the Buzztime network also compete nationally, so your regulars see your bar's name climb a continent-wide leaderboard.
Our gaming network
One platform. A different reason to play every day.
Run a hosted event, leave games on all day, or mix both. The same Buzztime system gives guests something to do before the food arrives, between innings, and on the nights you need traffic most.
Trivia
ALWAYS ONAlways-on bar trivia across thousands of questions, refreshed daily. The flagship since 1985.
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Live Trivia
HOSTEDHosted trivia nights with team play, live scoring, and hosting tools built in.
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Bingo
SOCIALFast-paced digital bingo that fills afternoons and gets the whole room shouting.
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Poker
WEEKLYTexas Hold'em tournaments that build a weekly crowd of regulars — no dealer required.
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Bets
GAME DAYFree-to-play sports predictions that keep game-day guests engaged between plays.
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Arcade
TABLETOPTabletop arcade games on Buzztime tablets — up to 5x more engagement per table.
Explore Arcade →500+Active venues
41Years in business
2M+Games played monthly
23%Avg check increase
Playing this week: new Live Trivia categories, Playback music nights, Showdown and Topix — updated every week.
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How a Buzztime trivia night works
Plug in & go live
Plug-and-play setup on any TV. Players join from their own phones — or from Buzztime tablets at every table.
We supply the show
Fresh questions, hosting tools, team play, and real-time scoring. Run it live on the mic or let it run itself.
Watch checks grow
Leaderboards and prizes keep teams ordering another round. Longer dwell time, bigger tabs, loyal weekly regulars.
Trusted by leading bars & restaurants
What venue owners say
★★★★★
"We've had the 2-channel Buzztime system in place now for over a year and the addition has definitely been a big draw for several areas of our business. We've got more regular customers coming in during the daytime to play at lunch, we have more evening folks in for Trivia and Texas Hold'Em, and we've also doubled our Tuesday night business."
★★★★★
"About 3 years ago a location down the street got rid of their Buzztime system; luckily for us we got all of their customers. Buzztime has definitely increased our business by bringing in new customers and keeping our regulars here longer."
★★★★★
"Buzztime adds to our overall guest experience. It creates greater options and diversity for guest participation."
★★★★★
"Buzztime increases my day business, which is helpful. I think it makes people stay longer, as it's incredibly fun when the names of the bars come across the screen. It brings the bar all together, makes everyone talk a little more."
Play a round
Everyone Loves Trivia!
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Buzztime venues report what average check increase?
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How many games are played on the Buzztime network every month?
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What do guests need to play Buzztime trivia on the starter plan?
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Buzztime tablets at every table drive up to how much more engagement?
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Which of these is NOT in the Buzztime game library?
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What does a Buzztime subscription start at per month?
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What happens when your bar's team wins big on Buzztime?
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How long does it take to set up Buzztime in a venue?
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What does Buzztime Live Trivia give your host?
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The word 'trivia' comes from a Latin word meaning what?
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Which country invented the pub quiz?
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'Karaoke' literally means what in Japanese?
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Buffalo wings were invented in which city?
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What's the best-selling cocktail in America?
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A 'growler' of beer holds how much?
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The term 'happy hour' originally came from where?
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What's the winning team size in most pub quizzes, according to quiz lore?
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Nachos were invented by a man actually named Nacho. True story — in which country?
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Which night do most bars say is their slowest of the week?
Your guests will keep score. Your registers will too.
Request a demoSubscription plans
Pick the setup that fits your floor
Every plan includes the full Buzztime game library — bar trivia, live trivia, bingo, poker, bets, and arcade. Six-month commitment; cancel anytime after. See how much your venue could earn →
Bronze
$199/mo
- Players use their own phones or tablets
- Full Buzztime game library
- 6-month commitment
Most popular
Silver
$249/mo
- 5 Buzztime Arcade tablets included
- Players use their own phones or tablets
- Full Buzztime game library
- 6-month commitment
Gold
$299/mo
- 10 Buzztime Arcade tablets included
- Players use their own phones or tablets
- Full Buzztime game library
- 6-month commitment
Tablets at every table drive up to 5x more engagement. Ask about Bar Display, Bar Hero rewards, and the Buzztime Venue Directory when you book a demo.
Final round
Bar trivia questions, answered
What is bar trivia?
Bar trivia is a live quiz game played in bars and restaurants where guests answer general-knowledge questions individually or in teams, usually competing for prizes on a weekly trivia night. Buzztime delivers bar trivia through live-hosted events, automated games, and a national network where venues compete on shared leaderboards.
How much does Buzztime bar trivia cost?
Buzztime plans start at $199 per month for the Bronze plan, where players use their own phones. Silver ($249/mo) includes 5 arcade tablets and Gold ($299/mo) includes 10. All plans include the full game library with a 6-month commitment, cancellable anytime after.
Does bar trivia actually increase revenue?
Yes. Buzztime venues report a 23% average check increase, because trivia keeps guests in their seats longer and turns slow weeknights into regular game nights. Venue owners also report doubled business on trivia nights and stronger lunchtime traffic.
Do I need special equipment to host trivia at my bar?
No. On the Bronze plan, players join from their own phones or tablets — setup is plug-and-play with any TV. Silver and Gold plans add dedicated Buzztime Arcade tablets at tables, which drive up to 5x more engagement.
Can trivia be hosted live or does it run automatically?
Both. Buzztime supports live-hosted trivia nights with real-time scoring and hosting tools, and fully automated trivia that runs all day without staff — so your venue has entertainment even when there's no host on the mic.
Your next slow night can be different
Give people a reason to choose your bar tonight — and again next week.
Buzztime turns passive screen time into something the whole room can play. Start with a demo and see which setup fits your venue.