Pints North | Great Lakes Trivia from Points North Podcast
Season 4 of Pints North Great Lakes Trivia is coming!
Pints North Great Lakes Trivia is a live event series celebrating the land, water, and inhabitants of the Great Lakes region. Hosted by the award-winning Points North podcast team and host Dan Wanschura, this popular trivia experience brings people together for an evening of brand-new questions, community, and fun, all inspired by the stories and places that define the Great Lakes.
A Live Trivia Experience Inspired by the Great Lakes
Do you love the Great Lakes region? Do you love trivia? Then Pints North Great Lakes Trivia is for you…
Hosted by the Points North Podcast Team
Hosted by the Points North podcast team, this popular event features three rounds of brand new questions all about the land, water, and inhabitants of the Great Lakes. And as always, there will be a bunch of cool giveaways, including newly designed Points North themed pint glasses!
What to Expect at Pints North Great Lakes Trivia
Come hang out, grab a drink, and maybe even learn a thing or two about this incredible region we call home!
Oh, and tell all your friends…
Pints North Season 4 Schedule:
01/27/2026 – TRAVERSE CITY, MI – Nocturnal Bloom Brewing
02/10/2026 – GLEN ARBOR, MI – Cherry Public House
02/16/2026 – CLEVELAND, OH – Collision Bend Brewing Company
02/17/2026 – DETROIT, MI – Brewery Faisan
02/18/2026 – ANN ARBOR, MI – HOMES Campus Beer Garden & Taproom
03/03/2026 – FRANKFORT, MI – Stormcloud Brewing Company
03/10/2026 – GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Vivant Brewery + Spirits
03/24/2026 – ELK RAPIDS, MI – Short's Pull Barn
04/09/2026 – CHEBOYGAN, MI – Cheboygan Brewing Company
04/20/2026 – TRAVERSE CITY, MI – Farm Club
*** ALL EVENTS START AT 7pm ***
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is Pints North Great Lakes Trivia?
Pints North Great Lakes Trivia is a live trivia night celebrating the land, water, history, and people of the Great Lakes region. Hosted by the Points North podcast team and Dan Wanschura of Interlochen Public Radio, each event features three rounds of brand-new Great Lakes–inspired questions, prizes, and community fun.
Season 4 runs through April 20, 2026.
- Traverse City, MI
- Glen Arbor, MI
- Cleveland, OH
- Detroit, MI
- Ann Arbor, MI
- Frankfort, MI
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Elk Rapids, MI
- Cheboygan, MI
Events take place at breweries and gathering spaces across the Great Lakes region.
We recommend arriving early to grab a seat, order a drink, and get settled before trivia starts.
Most Pints North trivia events are free to attend. Guests are encouraged to support the host venue by purchasing food or drinks.
Please check the specific event listing for any updates or venue-specific details.
Pints North is hosted by Dan Wanschura and the Points North podcast team, part of Interlochen Public Radio. The event draws inspiration from the award-winning Points North podcast, which tells stories about the Great Lakes region.
Each event features three rounds of brand-new questions focused on:
- Great Lakes history
- Regional geography
- Environmental topics
- Local culture and communities
- Stories and people connected to the Great Lakes
Whether you’re a lifelong resident or simply love the region, the questions are designed to be fun, surprising, and accessible.
In most cases, advance registration is not required. Seating is first-come, first-served.
Check individual event pages or venue listings for any capacity updates.
Absolutely. Each event features entirely new trivia questions, so you can attend multiple cities and enjoy a fresh experience every time.
Follow Interlochen Public Radio and the Points North podcast online, or visit this page for updated schedules, new cities, and announcements.
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