50 Awesome October Trivia Questions and Answers

Reviewed by Kenton, Chief Editor·Updated May 2025·6 min read

Whether you're a fall enthusiast or a trivia lover, we've put together a fascinating collection of October trivia questions to test your knowledge.

1In which month does World Vegetarian Day fall?
2Which famous explorer reached the New World in October 1492?
3October is primarily associated with which zodiac signs?
4On October 31st, what holiday is celebrated?
5Which German festival that involves beer is often held in late September to the first weekend in October?
6Which pink ribbon is associated with October?
7What event caused the U.S. stock market to crash on October 29, 1929?
8In the U.K., the second Monday of October is a holiday in which place?
9Which day in October is observed to promote the rights and well-being of older persons?
10What is the birthstone for October?
11Which president of the United States proclaimed the first Columbus Day as a national holiday in 1937?
12The 'October Revolution' is associated with which country?
13What is the flower symbol for October?
14Which iconic structure opened to the public on October 28, 1886?
15Which American state became the 31st to join the union in October 1850?
16On October 1, 1971, which theme park opened in Orlando, Florida?
17Which poet wrote 'The October Night'?
18Which space agency launched its first satellite, Sputnik, in October 1957?
19On October 14, 1947, who broke the sound barrier for the first time?
20Which 1820s event started in October and led to the movement of a religious group to the west of the U.S.?
21Which U.S. president was born on October 14, 1890?
22The Battle of Hastings, a pivotal event in British history, occurred in which year during October?
23Which Nobel Prize category is announced every October but given out in a different month?
24In which year in October did the Cuban Missile Crisis take place?
25Which country celebrates 'Thanksgiving' on the second Monday of October?
26Which treaty, ending a major conflict, was signed on October 3, 1990?
27Which October day is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues?
28October 24th is observed as which international day?
29In 2001, which device was first introduced by Apple in October?
30On October 17, 1814, which beverage flooded a London parish after a vat burst?
31Which famous magician and escape artist died on Halloween in 1926?
32Which European country revolted against the Soviet Union in October 1956?
33Who became the leader of the Soviet Union in October 1964?
34Which October-born artist is known for painting 'The Starry Night'?
35What is the scientific term for the full moon in October?
36On October 31, 1517, who nailed the 95 Theses to the door of a church?
37What was the primary cause of the 'Great Fire of Chicago' in October 1871?
38On October 2, 1950, which famous comic strip made its debut?
39In October 2005, a quake killed thousands and affected millions in which Asian country?
40Which famous inventor and entrepreneur, co-founder of Apple, died in October 2011?
41October 13th is the international day for which natural disaster risk reduction?
42Which African country gained independence from the UK on October 24, 1964?
43The Pledge of Allegiance was first recited in public schools across the U.S. on which day in October 1892?
44On which date in October 1945 was the United Nations officially established?
45Who became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic from east to west in October 1932?
46Which Italian saint, founder of the Franciscan Order, is celebrated on October 4th?
47In the Gregorian calendar, what number month is October?
48Which mammal, known for its ink defense mechanism, has a day dedicated to it on October 8th?
49Which 1973 Middle Eastern conflict began on October 6?
50October 28th is the feast day of which patron saint of architects?