8 August 2025

The Great Glasgow Staff Quiz - what you need to know and how to register

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To celebrate Glasgow 850, Glasgow City Council are hosting the Great Glasgow Staff Quiz. Taking place on Tuesday 23 September, this is a great opportunity to celebrate with a bit of friendly competition.

They’ve cooked up a cracking quiz with questions across three exciting categories:

  • Places - iconic spots and hidden gems
  • People - legends, locals, and maybe even you!
  • Past - a journey through Glasgow's rich history

Expect surprises, familiar faces, and a few "I can't believe I knew that!" moments.

Team up!

Gather your dream team (up to 5 people), pick a brilliant team name, and get ready to compete. They'll be tracking your answers live using Microsoft Forms. So, bring your A-game!

Save the date:

  • Date: Tuesday 23 September 2025
  • Time: Approx. 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
  • On Teams

Sign up and register your team at https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/739eb99d-5552-4b0c-bd39-06c57e1cc52f@b986e70f-a01e-4e41-8a89-7a2652b45a52

Can’t make the date?

Don’t worry if you can’t make the date. The quiz will be available for any colleagues/teams who would like to take it after the event. However, please note that no prizes will be available for colleagues taking the quiz after the main event on 23 September 2025.

Prizes

Thanks to our generous friends at Encore, we’ve lined up some fantastic prizes to reward your team’s brain power and banter.

First prize

Lunch for your team of up to five people at the KG Café. Located inside the iconic Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and serving a menu packed with Scottish produce sourced in one of Glasgow’s most beloved landmarks. It is open seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, sandwiches and cakes.

Second prize

Afternoon Tea for your team of up to five people at the Tearoom at the Botanics. Nestled in the Botanic Gardens near the Kibble Palace, this charming spot is open all year round, offering a delicious selection of breakfast, lunch, cakes and afternoon teas in a beautiful setting.

Third prize

A free hot drink for up to five members of your team at Café East. Situated in the City Chambers East, our Glasgow City Council staff café is the perfect pitstop for a hot drink or a hot meal when you’re in the office.

Join us for The Great Glasgow Staff Quiz, where knowledge meets nostalgia and fun is guaranteed!