Belfast Sonic Pub Quiz – Aug 21th @ The Bot, Malone Road!
Join us Aug 21th @ The Bot for the Belfast South Park Pub Quiz!
Date and time
Location
The Botanic Inn
23-27 Malone Road Belfast BT9 6RU United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- 3 hours, 30 minutes
- Ages 18+
- In person
- Doors at 19:30
Refund Policy
About this event
🧠 Belfast Sonic Pub Quiz – Thursday, 21st August 2025 @ The Botanic Inn, Malone Road! 🎉
🎮 Gotta quiz fast!
Join the Belfast Nerd Pub Quiz crew for a one-night-only celebration of the Blue Blur himself, that’s right, the Belfast Sonic Pub Quiz is speeding into town this August! From 90s nostalgia to the latest multiverse shenanigans, we’re diving deep into every ring-filled corner of Sonic fandom.
Expect chaos, chilli dogs, obscure trivia, and more puns than Eggman has evil schemes. Whether you're Team Sonic, Team Shadow, or just here for the memes, there's a place for you at the starting line!
Hosted at the Botanic Inn, just down the road from Queen’s University, this is your ultimate chance to test your Sonic knowledge, win epic prizes, and flex those nerd muscles.
🧠 What to Expect:
Our Belfast Sonic Pub Quiz features 7 themed quiz rounds, carefully crafted to challenge both casual fans and hardcore Chaos Emerald hoarders:
- Sonic Classic 🕹️ Dust off your Mega Drive memory cards – from Green Hill Zone to Casino Night, this round is a throwback to Sonic’s mainly 2D golden age.
- Sonic Modern 💿 Covering everything from Sonic Adventure to Frontiers – buckle up for Dreamcast-era drama, new-gen chaos, and a surprising number of questionable friends.
- Who's That Character? (Picture Round) 📸 Shadow? Mighty the Armadillo? Vector the Crocodile?! This visual round will put your ID skills to the test.
- Music Round - Name That Game! 🎧 We'll play Sonic music tracks – you name the game. Expect a few deep cuts for the true fans
- Sonic IRL: Pop Culture & Memes 📰 From Sanic memes to fast food tie-ins – this round covers Sonic’s weird, wild, and wonderful pop culture legacy.
- Gotta Go Cinematic: TV Shows & Movies 🎬 Did you see Sonic Underground? Know your Ben Schwartz from your Jaleel White? This round's for you.
- Beyond the Games: Comics, Lore & Multiverse Madness 📚 Archie Comics, IDW arcs, and extended media deep dives. Welcome to the lore zone. No turning back.
🏆 Prizes & Raffle:
🎁 We've assembled a Sonic-sized prize table worth over £500 — and you could go home with the goods!
🥇 1st Place Team (up to 6 players) gets first pick from the prize table
🎟️ Raffle tickets on sale during the night with extra themed prizes to win
🏅 Bonus mini-games, meme awards, and giveaways throughout the evening
Anyone who shows up in Cosplay on Merch will be my personal heroes.
📅 Event Details:
📆 Date: Thursday, 21st August 2025
⏰ Doors Open: 7:00 PM | Quiz Starts: 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Botanic Inn, 23–27 Malone Rd, Belfast BT9 6RU
👥 Team Size: Max 6 people per team – bring the squad or join as a solo and we’ll match you
🔞 Age Limit: 18+ only (bring valid ID)
⌛ Finish Time: ~11:00 PM – some quizzes run to 11:30 PM depending on chaos levels
⚠️ Tickets: No door sales. This event always sells out. Book now or cry later 💔
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🍔 Food & Drink Policy:
✅ Food from Wing-It and The Bot’s in-house kitchen welcome 🍻 Drinks available from The Hub bar (where quiz is held). If it's packed, use the main front bar
♿ Venue & Accessibility Info:
🗺️ The quiz is in The Hub (rear section of The Botanic Inn):
- Enter via main entrance
- Walk past pool tables and beer garden
- Look for signs to Belfast Nerd Pub Quiz in hallway along the pool area
Accessibility:
✅ Wheelchair accessible venue with ramps
✅ Accessible male & female toilets (in The Hub and throughout venue)
✅ Large TVs displaying quiz content
✅ All questions read aloud and projected
🪑 Chill-out area in beer garden for sensory breaks
🎶 Expect some loud music, cheering, and dim lighting during the quiz
Frequently asked questions
The Belfast Sonic Pub Quiz is a themed nerd trivia night celebrating everything Sonic – from classic games and cartoons to movies, memes, music, and multiverse weirdness. Hosted by Belfast Nerd Pub Quiz, it’s a wild night of questions, prizes, and hilarious blue blur chaos.
It's at The Hub in The Botanic Inn, 23–27 Malone Rd, Belfast BT9 6RU. Enter through the front, walk past the pool tables and beer garden on the inside, and follow signs for Belfast Nerd Pub Quiz.
Expect 7 curated rounds covering: Classic and modern Sonic games Sonic soundtracks and music trivia Pop culture references and memes TV shows, movies, and cameos Comics, lore, and character backstories Picture and ID rounds Bonus chaos, meme-worthy surprises, and mini-games
Yes! Solos are welcome, we’ll pair you up with other fun Sonic fans on the night. Just show up ready to have a blast.
We aim to finish around 11:00 PM, but sometimes go until 11:30 PM if the chaos demands it.
Yep! It’s a pub setting, so bring valid ID – no exception.
Only food from Wing-It or the Botanic Inn. Drinks must be purchased from The Hub or front bar.
Yes! Wheelchair access, ramps, accessible toilets are available during the quiz.
Multiple male/female accessible toilets are located in The Hub and main areas.
Absolutely – the beer garden is a great chill-out space if you need to step away.
All questions are projected on big TVs and read aloud by the host.
Street parking available nearby – arrive early to nab a spot, and check signs!
Train: Botanic Station – ~10 mins walk (First ~05:30 | Last ~23:30) Bus Stops: Malone Rd (Chlorine Gardens) – ~3 mins walk Ulster Museum – ~4 mins walk Routes: 8A–D, 9A–C, 93, more (Last bus ~23:12)
Yes, the area around Queen’s Uni is well-lit and populated. Use taxis or travel with friends for extra peace of mind.
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Hello from the Belfast Nerd Pub Quiz Team!
Are you ready to prove your geeky knowledge? Whether it’s Star Wars, Marvel, gaming, or the kind of obscure fandom facts only your best mate would know, this is your chance to shine.