From Costumes to Confidence: Why October Is the Month to Try Something New

October has a special kind of energy. Between the cooler weather, football games, fall festivals, and Halloween costumes, it’s the season where people feel encouraged to step outside their routines and try something different. Whether that means dressing up in a wild costume, attending a fall event for the first time, or stepping up to a trivia microphone, October is a month that inspires change and confidence.
At Challenge Entertainment, we believe game nights are one of the easiest—and most fun—ways to embrace that spirit. From trivia and bingo to music-based games, our events are designed to bring people together, spark laughter, and encourage confidence in a welcoming, social setting.
Costumes Build Confidence—So Do Game Nights
Halloween gives everyone permission to be bold. Put on a mask, don a costume, and you suddenly feel free to act differently, try new things, and interact in ways you might not otherwise. That same sense of freedom can be found in game nights.
When you sit down for trivia or join a round of bingo, you’re stepping into a shared experience that’s fun, low-pressure, and naturally social. Just like costumes give us courage, game nights create opportunities to shine in new ways.
Challenge Entertainment Game Nights: The Best Way to Try Something New
With so many different styles of play, there’s a game night for everyone. Here’s a look at the options you can dive into this October.
Live Trivia Nights
Trivia is a staple for anyone who loves to flex their knowledge. Whether you’re a history buff, movie fan, or sports expert, Live Trivia brings out your competitive side while keeping the atmosphere friendly and social. It’s the perfect confidence-builder because every right answer gives you that rush of accomplishment.
Pub Poll
Pub Poll changes the trivia formula by focusing on what people think rather than strict facts. Players guess the most popular survey answers, which means anyone can jump in and contribute. It’s one of the easiest ways to get started with game nights because it’s based on perspective, not expertise.
Ballistic Bingo
Bingo with an adrenaline kick. Ballistic Bingo adds energy, speed, and excitement to the classic game. If you’re someone who loves quick wins and lively competition, this is your chance to try something new while staying in the middle of the action.
Singo
Love music? Singo takes the traditional bingo format and swaps the numbers for hit songs. As clips play, you mark your card, sing along, and compete to win. It’s lively, interactive, and a guaranteed confidence booster—especially if you’re the type to belt out lyrics with friends.
Music Match
For something even more unique, Music Match puts your musical memory to the test. You’ll pair songs, artists, and lyrics in fast-paced rounds that keep you laughing and moving. It’s a great way to break out of your routine, and because everyone recognizes at least some of the tunes, it’s a natural way to connect with others.
Why October Is the Perfect Time
The fall season naturally brings people together. From bonfires and football games to Halloween parties, there’s no shortage of social opportunities. Game nights fit seamlessly into that mix because they don’t require elaborate planning or costumes (though you can always wear one if you want). You simply grab some friends, find your local Challenge Entertainment event, and dive in.
Trying something new doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, game nights make it easy to push past comfort zones in a supportive, fun atmosphere. Whether you’re shouting out an answer, singing along to a song, or marking your bingo card, you’re building confidence and making memories.
Boost Your Social Calendar with the Challenge Entertainment App
This October, we’ve made staying social even easier. The Challenge Entertainment app has officially launched, and it’s designed to keep you connected to every game night in your area.
Key features of the app include:
- Find Local Events: Quickly discover Live Trivia, Pub Poll, Ballistic Bingo, Singo, Music Match, and more near you.
- Get Notified: Add events to your calendar and set reminders so you never miss a night.
- View Leaderboards: Track your team’s rank locally and nationally in real time.
- Invite Your Team: Share event details and get your crew organized in seconds.
With its sleek design and easy-to-use tools, the app is the ultimate companion for free, fast-paced, and unforgettable entertainment. It helps you play smarter, party harder, and keep the fun going week after week.
Download today and make this October the start of something new.
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Live Trivia nights at a pub near you are a great way for friends, family and coworkers to work together, tackle some tough questions and win prizes! Live Trivia is always free to play, and sometimes it even pays to be a know-it-all, so gather up your full-of-random-information friends and find a Live Trivia game night near you.

With SINGO Music Bingo, instead of listening for numbers to be called, you’re listening to your favorite music and matching the tunes to your SINGO game card. Go ahead and sing along! SINGO is fun for everyone, and if you can’t remember the song title, just ask your neighbor.

With Pub Poll, you’re rewarded for knowing what the most popular answer is, not necessarily what the correct answer is! Every week, players from around the country are surveyed and their answers are compiled for a six-round game. Go ahead and cheat all you like. Use your phone, consult Google, call your mom … Pub Poll isn’t about what you know, it’s about what you think others know.

Grab your Bingo cards and hold on to your hat; you’re in for a wild ride. Ballistic Bingo pairs traditional Bingo with spontaneous activities featuring anything from bar limbo and trash-can basketball to picture drawing, dart throwing, scavenger hunting, the newlywed/friend game or anything else your host can think of!

Music Match is a one of a kind trivia game that combines elements of all your favorite musical genres. Our Jockeys will get the crowd going as they play music that everyone will love...but there's a catch! Each song will only be played for a moment as your guests do their best to remember the details about those hits. This team based game will have guests working together and jamming out at the same time.
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