Events in Guelph – Royal City Brewing Beer Hall & Ward Room

UPCOMING EVENTS + DATES & TICKETS

OCTOBER EVENTS

  • Trivia with Ed & Ed. Wednesday September 30, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • Science On Tap.  Join Royal City Science for their seminar: The ABCs of DNA.  Thursday October 2, 2026, 7PM.  Tickets and more information.
  • Trivia with Spencer . Wednesday October 7, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • Trivia with Ed & Ed. Wednesday October 14, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • DIY Workshop. Thursday October 15, 2026, 7PM. More information and registration
  • Guelph.Beer Bus.  This month's theme is "Halloween", let's see all those ghosts and ghouls! Saturday October 17, 2026. See the Guelph.Beer Bus schedule and more information
  • Rocky Horror Drag Brunch, by Doll Haus Events. Sunday October 18, 2026, 12PM. Tickets and more information.
  • Trivia with Spencer. Wednesday October 21, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • Comedy Night.  Hosted by Dom Pare, featuring Dylan Gott and Patrick Haye.  Saturday October 24, 2026, 7PM. Tickets and more information here.
  • Carving for a Cause. Come out with the family to carve a pumpkin!  PWYC donations benefiting The Seed.  Sunday October 25, 2026, 11AM - 2PM. 
  • DIY Workshop. Monday October 26, 2026, 7PM. More information and registration
  • Trivia with Ed & Ed. Wednesday October 28, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • Happy Hours Speed Dating. "I Put A Spell On You" Ages 23-29. Friday October 20, 2026, 8PM - 10PM. Registration and more information. 

NOVEMBER EVENTS

  • Trivia with Spencer. Wednesday November 4, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • Trivia with Ed & Ed. Wednesday November 11, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • Science On Tap.  Join Royal City Science for their seminar: Berries to Buds: success stories from indoor agriculture.  Thursday November 12, 2026, 7PM. 
  • Guelph.Beer Bus.  This month's theme is "Guelph.Beer Day", show your Guelph Beer pride! Saturday November 14, 2026. See the Guelph.Beer Bus schedule and more information
  • Trivia with Spencer . Wednesday November 18, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • DIY Workshop. Thursday November 19, 2026, 7PM. More information and registration
  • Happy Hours Speed Dating. Friday November 20, 2026, 8PM - 10PM. 
  • Paintastic with Ellie. Monday November 23, 2026, 6:30PM. Tickets and more information.
  • Trivia with Ed & Ed. Wednesday November 25, 2026, 7PM - 9PM. No registration required!
  • IPA Gala.  Join us in the Beer Hall for some tasty IPAs from a selection of Ontario's best breweries!  Friday & Saturday November 27-28, 2026.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS

Royal City Brewing Co. hosts events at its Beer Hall in Guelph every week of the year —    from weekly Wednesday trivia nights and monthly Science on Tap lectures to Pour and Paint    workshops, drag shows, comedy, speed dating, and craft workshops. Most events are ticketed    through Eventbrite. Trivia is free, no registration required.

Guelph.Beer Bus

Guelph.Beer Bus

Created as a collaboration between Guelph’s local brewers, the Guelph.Beer Bus is a free shuttle bus service that will run on select Saturdays with stops at each of Guelph’s local breweries.

GUELPH.BEER BUS 2026 SCHEDULE

  • April 18, 2026 • Ugly Sweater Day
  • May 23, 2026 • 80’s Retro
  • June 13, 2026 • Dress Like Dad
  • July 11, 2026 • Tropical Luau
  • August 22, 2026 • Summer Camp
  • September 19, 2026 • Oktoberfest
  • October 17, 2026 • Halloween
  • November 14, 2026 • Guelph.Beer Day
About the Guelph.Beer Bus
TRIVIA.

TRIVIA.

Test your knowledge at weekly general trivia, hosted on Wednesday evenings at 7 PM. Does not include the 5th Wednesday of the month. No registration required.
SCIENCE ON TAP.

SCIENCE ON TAP.

Stay curious with informal lectures from real Scientists. Find the next event -->
POUR AND PAINT.

POUR AND PAINT.

Get creative - bring home your own masterpiece with Paint-Tastic by Ellie. Find the next event -->

HOST YOUR OWN EVENT AT ROYAL CITY BREWING

The Beer Hall is available for private event hosting — comedy nights, fundraisers, corporate gatherings, workshops, and more. For availability and inquiries, email
events@royalcitybrew.ca

ROYAL CITY BEER HALL FAQS

What events does Royal City Brewing host?

Royal City Brewing hosts a wide range of events at its Beer Hall in Guelph, Ontario. Recurring events include weekly Wednesday trivia nights, monthly Science on Tap science lectures, Pour and Paint workshops, drag shows, comedy nights, speed dating, craft workshops, and sports watch parties. Events run throughout the year and new ones are added monthly.
Does Royal City Brewing have trivia nights?

Yes. Royal City Brewing hosts general trivia every Wednesday at 7pm at the Beer Hall in Guelph. No registration is required. Trivia does not run on the 5th Wednesday of the month.
What is Science on Tap at Royal City Brewing?

Science on Tap is a monthly event at Royal City Brewing's Beer Hall in Guelph where real scientists give informal talks on topics ranging from measles outbreaks to AI and biodiversity. It's designed to be accessible and social — a cold pint and a big idea. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
What is Pour and Paint at Royal City Brewing?

Pour and Paint is a monthly guided acrylic painting workshop at Royal City Brewing run by Paint-Tastic by Ellie. All supplies are included and no experience is needed. Participants take home a finished original painting. Tickets are available through painttastic.com.
How do I get tickets for Royal City Brewing events?

Most ticketed events at Royal City Brewing are available through Eventbrite. Weekly trivia nights require no registration or ticket — just show up on Wednesday at 7pm. For Pour and Paint, tickets are available through painttastic.com. Links to all upcoming events are listed at royalcitybrew.ca/pages/events.
Can I host my own event at Royal City Brewing?

Yes. Royal City Brewing's Beer Hall is available for private event hosting. For inquiries, email events@royalcitybrew.ca.
What kind of events are at Royal City Brewing besides trivia?

Beyond weekly trivia, Royal City Brewing hosts Science on Tap lectures, Pour and Paint workshops, drag brunches and shows, comedy nights, speed dating events, craft workshops (pottery, punch needle, floral resin, mosaic), sports watch parties including Guelph Storm games, and the monthly Beer Bus brewery tour.
Does Royal City Brewing really have a Beer Bus?

Yes. The Beer Bus runs one Saturday per month, offering a free bus tour visiting local Guelph-area breweries. No registration required. Dates and themes are posted at royalcitybrew.ca/pages/events and more information is available at guelph.beer.