‘Summertime, and the livins easy,’ – so the song goes, but can the same be said for our summer trivia? We sure hope not! 

In this summer trivia challenge, you will find 5 super-fun rounds that should allow every member of your party to shine. 

We have events and celebrations, landmark moments, summer facts, and of course, our big general knowledge round! 

You can play our summer trivia alone and be guaranteed to be the trivia king or queen regardless of your score, or you could play with friends to see who is the true summer trivia champion in your group. 

Ready to begin?

Let’s go! 

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General Summer Trivia Questions and Answers 

Ice creams, hot dogs, swimming pools, fairs, beaches, and sun – there are so many things to cherish and enjoy about the summer season. 

The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and the days feel endless. And, as lovely as that can be, sometimes you may find yourself looking for a cool summer-themed activity – just like our summer trivia! 

See what we did there?!

Our summer trivia is packed with summer facts to fascinate and engage, so what are you waiting for? 

Let’s play!

Round 1, here we go:

1: How many summer months are there?Show Answer2: In what month does summer start in the northern hemisphere?Show Answer3: What vitamin do we get from the sun?Vitamin D.Show Answer4: What is the most commonly purchased BBQ meat in the US during summer?Show Answer5: During August, corn and what other vegetable are bought in more quantity than during any other month?Show Answer6: In which two months are the summer Olympics held?July and August.Show Answer7: What does SPF stand for?Sun Protection Factor.Show Answer8: What are the 3 summer star signs?Cancer, Leo, and Virgo.Show Answer9: Which iconic musical features the song 'Summer Nights'?Show Answer10: What is the highest summer temperature ever recorded in the US?134°F (56.7°C), Death Valley, CA, July 10, 1913.Show Answer11: What is the most bought item in the US during summer?Swimsuits.Show Answer12: What super cold and super sweet summer treat was invented in 1905?Show Answer13: In which state is it customary to celebrate summer solstice with a midnight baseball game?Show Answer14: Long Beach, WA, is the longest continuous beach in the US. How many miles long is it?Show Answer15: What event took place in 1816 that led to a year with no summer?Mount Tambora erupted.Show Answer16: What is Aestivation?Summer hibernation of animals.Show Answer17: Which country gives students 12 weeks off for summer?Show Answer18: According to a market research study, what is America's favorite ice cream flavor?Chocolate.Show Answer19: Liquid water turns to gas at hot temperatures. What is this process called?Evaporation.Show Answer20: If someone has hayfever, what are they allergic to?Show Answer

Events and Celebrations in Summer Trivia Questions and Answers 

The US is known for its buoyant spirit, and national pride is hugely important, with each region having its own traditions – especially over the summer. 

Some American summer events are universally adored and bring with them millions of tourists each year. 

But, it isn’t just America – around the northern hemisphere, during the summer months, there are numerous events and celebrations taking place, too. 

If you’re looking to schedule a long-distance road trip or even travel overseas this summer, this summer trivia round could offer you some great inspiration! 

Pen and paper at the ready if you want to jot some of these down! 

Here we go! 

1: On which public holiday will you find patriotic displays and family events organized throughout the country?Show Answer2: Each July, there is a multi-genre entertainment event held in San Diego, where people dress in costumes and discover the latest in anime, manga, and animation; what is this celebrating?Comic-con.Show Answer3: The Summer Solstice is the most important day of the year at Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric stone monument. In which country is this situated?Show Answer4: Held between 29 August – 11 September, the US Open is one of the most important sporting championships in the world. Name the sport.Show Answer5: Alaska's Katmai National Park holds an annual summer contest to find the fattest of which species?Show Answer6: Broadcast on TV, Nathan's hot dog eating contest takes place each July 4; in which state?Show Answer

Landmark Moments Summer Trivia Questions and Answers 

Like every season, summer has had its share of landmark moments, and in this round of our summer trivia, we will take a look at just 7 of them. 

From the man with a dream to the man on the moon – this is a trivia section that includes some truly special and wholly unforgettable moments. 

Find out when unemployment benefit came into play in the US and when the zip code was invented, or showcase some of your American history knowledge!

Ready to take on round 3 of our summer trivia?

Here we go!

1: On August 14 of what year was the Social Security Bill signed to provide unemployment benefits in the US?Show Answer2: In July 1960, the 50th and final star was added to the American flag; what new state was this to represent?Show Answer3: What was introduced in the US on July 1, 1963?Zip codes.Show Answer4: Which royals married on July 29, 1981?Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer.Show Answer5: Neil Armstrong's televised moon landing occurred on July 20, 1969. What famous line did he say?'That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.'Show Answer6: Guinness Book of World Records published for the first time on August 27, of which year?Show Answer7: On August 28 of what year did Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. give his iconic 'I have a dream' speech?Show Answer

Facts About Summer Trivia Questions and Answers 

Round 4 of our summer trivia will feature some interesting facts and surprising stats about the season. 

In this section, your memory, mathematical skills, common sense, and scientific knowledge will all be tested – among other things (namely, your patience with some questions!)

Try to retain these summer facts for your next BBQ or beach day – they’re excellent ice breakers for awkward meets and can be the perfect conversation starter to keep a party going. 

Let’s dive in! 

1: Two cities claim to be the homeland of the invention of the ice cream sandwich. Can you name them both for 2 points?New York City and Pittsburgh.Show Answer2: Between May and September, how many hot dogs do Americans consume?7 billion!Show Answer3: Which beach sport became official in 1986?Beach Volleyball.Show Answer4: What type of dance will be introduced to the Olympics for the first time in 2024?Breakdancing.Show Answer5: How much do we spend just on fireworks for the 4th of July?$1 billion.Show Answer6: According to research from the University of Liege in Belgium, what happens to the brain during summer?Brain activity peaks.Show Answer7: Record-breaking grillmaster Jan Greef of Columbus, Georgia, hosted the world's longest BBQ; how long was he grilling?Show Answer8: Is the birth rate higher or lower in summer?Higher - the highest of all the seasons, in fact!Show Answer

More Summer Trivia – Video

So, how well did you do with our summer trivia? If you’re up for another challenge, here are some you may enjoy:

Thank you for playing our summer trivia; we hope it brightened your day! 

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