For the past 14 months, Milwaukee Record has provided homegrown trivia questions that are screened before shows at Vivarium and Turner Hall Ballroom. The cleverly titled Trivia By Milwaukee Record has been fun, but, alas, it’s coming to an end. So, enjoy the questions that ran in October, a.k.a. the final installment of Trivia By Milwaukee Record!

Thanks to our friends at the Pabst Theater Group for the 14-month run! It was a hoot! We’re sure we’ll cook up something new in the near future!

MUSIC

• In their new single “Famous Band,” Milwaukee alt-country group Ladybird name-drops which famous band? A. Wilco; B. Drive-By Truckers; C. The Avett Brothers; D. Nickelback

• This country superstar will play not one, but TWO Summerfest kick-off shows June 16 and 17. A. Garth Brooks; B. Lainey Wilson; C. Luke Combs; D. Dolly Parton

• A recent video for “I Don’t Wanna Be Nothing Anymore” by Milwaukee band Fuzzysurf was shot in one take in this local record store. A. Rushmor Records; B. Lilliput Records; C. Irving Place Records; D. Acme Records

• This legendary actor will bring his “Symphonic Blues Experience” to The Riverside Theater on November 2. A. Denzel Washington; B. Al Pacino; C. Morgan Freeman; D. William Shatner

• This musician scheduled to play The Pabst Theater on November 5 recently released a triple album called Twilight Override. A. Herbie Hancock; B. Jeff Tweedy; C. Kathleen Edwards; D. Bartees Strange

• Milwaukee’s own Trapper Schoepp recently released an album that shares the last name (but not the exact spelling) of this metal god. A. Ozzy Osbourne; B. Ronnie James Dio; C. Rob Halford; D. Lita Ford

CITY LIFE

• What is the new name of the site where the now-completely-demolished Northridge Mall once stood? A. Northridge Station; B. Granville Station; C. Milwaukee Station; D. Sam Goody Was Here

• Which small-but-infamous Wisconsin town did Milwaukee Record recently visit and call “wholesome, normal, and totally fine”? A. Plainfield. B. Mayville; C. Horicon; D. Kekoskee

• This Milwaukee politician recently announced their run for Wisconsin governor. A. Cavalier Johnson; B. Bob Bauman; C. David Crowley; D. Milverine

• The “Domes Reimagined” plan to save and rehab the Mitchell Park Domes is estimated to cost $114.9 million. How much of that will come from Milwaukee County (paid out over 6 years)? A. $30 million; B. $90 million; C. $114.9 million; D. $0

• This Milwaukee venue recently helped change city laws to make it cheaper for businesses to make accessibility improvements to their entrances. A. Mad Planet; B. MKE Ultra; C. X-Ray Arcade; D. Cactus Club

• This incredible moment in Milwaukee history will celebrate its one-year anniversary on October 13. A. Bucks win the NBA Finals; B. Unveiling of the People’s Flag; C. 5th annual Curd Fest; D. The day that boat ran ashore and stayed there for nearly 7 months

FOOD/DRINK

• Iconic Milwaukee bar Wolski’s was founded in what year? A. 1908; B. 1927; C. 1963; D. 1971

• After nearly 16 years in business, this downtown Milwaukee restaurant will close its doors on November 20. A. AJ Bombers; B. Ed Debevic’s; C. Michigan Street Diner; D. Rocky Rococo

• On November 9, Milwaukee Record will bring this popular food-based event back to Falcon Hall in Riverwest. A. Rockabilly Chili; B. Casserole Call; C. Milwaukee Roast; D. Bologna Blowout

• What is the name of the slingshot bar that recently opened in West Allis? A. Sling; B. Slung; C. Shots!; D. Slingshot Bar

• This local distillery plans to open a location in Concourse C of Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport in December. A. Great Lakes; B. Twisted Path; C. Central Standard; D. Central Lakes

• This vegan restaurant recently closed its Cudahy location, though its Brady Street and West Allis locations remain open. A. Strange Town; B. Twisted Plants; C. Temple Goddess; D. Wonderland

COMEDY

• Finish this recent Milwaukee Record headline: “Listen to The Sloppy Boys talk about _____ and ginger brandy live from Cudahy.” A. PBR; B. Miller High Life; C. Milwaukee’s Best; D. Peppermint schnapps

• Which local media personality hosted Milwaukee Record’s 2025 Roast of Milwaukee? A. Ted Perry; B. Tiffany Ogle; C. Kristin Brey; D. David Gruber

• This BFF comedy duo is scheduled to return to the Miller High Life Theatre in February. A. Cheech & Chong; B. Steve Martin & Martin Short; B. Tina Fey & Amy Poehler; D. Bob & Brian

• This comedian will bring her “New Face, New Tour” show to The Pabst Theater in March. A. Kathy Griffin; B. Kathy Griffin; C. Kathy Griffin; D. Kathy Griffin

• This comedian got in hot water for using naughty words while performing at St. John’s Church during Milwaukee’s 1991 Winterfest. A. Chris Rock; B. George Carlin; C. Paula Poundstone; D. Jay Leno

• Patrick Warburton (November 2 at Turner Hall) is famous for playing Puddy on Seinfeld, and for voicing this animated superhero. A. Superman; B. Batman; C. The Maxx; D. The Tick

FILM

• 2006 animated film Monster House takes place in this town, which was inspired by the Wisconsin town of the same name. A. Plainfield. B. Mayville; C. Horicon; D. Kekoskee

• A new video store recently opened at 908 S. 5th St. in Walker’s Point. What is it called? A. Coming Soon; B. VHS Vault; C. Blockbusted; D. Good Shit Video

• Which character in Reservoir Dogs is supposedly from Milwaukee? A. Mr. Pink; B. Mr. White; C. Mr. Brown; D. Nice Guy Eddie

• Finish this recent Milwaukee Record headline: “Get a whiff of the trailer for Milwaukee-made sci-fi/horror short _______” A. Aroma-Vision; B. Something Stinks; C. Rotting Meat; D. Don’t Smell Grandma

• Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson star in an upcoming biopic based on Milwaukee music couple Lighting & Thunder. What artist did Lightning & Thunder pay tribute to in their act? A. Barry Manilow; B. Wayne Newton; C. Neil Diamond; D. Elvis Presley

• Over the course of three nights in December, The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra will play the music of this film at The Riverside Theater. A. Home Alone; B. Elf; C. Harry Potter And The Sorcerer’s Stone; D. Die Hard

ARTS

• On November 16, The Riverside Theater will host an event featuring the creator of this popular cartoon character. A. Dog Man; B. Bluey; C. Garfield; D. Dick Tracy

• Finish this recent Milwaukee Record headline: “That giant _____ in Wauwatosa: The Milwaukee Record Review.” A. Tree; B. Troll; C. Dog; D. Sinkhole

• “Gig’s Up” is the name of a currently running exhibit at Milwaukee’s Real Tinsel gallery. What historical items does “Gig’s Up” feature? A. Band photos; B. Venue photos; C. Punk posters; D. Punk t-shirts

• A new Milwaukee-made 8-bit video game called Mega Kaiju Boom Ball finds players defeating giant monsters with what weapon? A. Bombs; B. Grenades; C. Spiked balls; D. Pinballs

• Milwaukee-born author Jack Finney (1911-1995) wrote what book that has been adapted into numerous films? A. Psycho; B. The Body Snatchers; C. I Am Legend; D. Sharknado

• In a 2011 story that Milwaukee Record found on FanFiction.net, an adult Harry Potter moves to Milwaukee and opens what kind of business? A. Bookstore; B. Magic shop; C. Dive bar; D. Erotic bakery

SPORTS

• A new book titled In The Room At The Top Of The World chronicles a past championship season of what Wisconsin sports team? A. Milwaukee Brewers; B. Milwaukee Bucks; C. Green Bay Packers; D. Milwaukee Admirals

• What was the name of Lambeau Field before it was called Lambeau Field? A. City Stadium; B. Green Bay Stadium; C. Wisconsin Field; D. Starr Field

• This ‘90s band is scheduled to play a Milwaukee Admirals post-game concert on February 21. A. Gin Blossoms; B. Bush; C. Toad The Wet Sprocket; D. Sponge

• Back in September, Brewers skipper Pat Murphy read a letter to the 2025 Brewers from the late Bob Uecker. Who ACTUALLY wrote the letter? A. Robin Yount; B. Christian Yelich; C. CC Sabathia; D. Pat Murphy

• The 2025 Brewers set a franchise record for most wins in a regular season. How many regular season games did the team win? A. 89; B. 91; C. 94; D. 97

• This wrestling legend was known as “The Wrestler Who Made Milwaukee Famous.” A. Mean Mike; B. The Crusher; C. Hornswoggle; D. “Mean Gene” Okerlund