Camping weekend shopping list

A camping weekend needs more than tents and sleeping bags. You also need enough food and drinks, cooking equipment, tableware, lighting and weather protection for the whole group. Use the guest list and dietary requirements to calculate quantities before you shop. Check the forecast a few days ahead, then keep chilled food in coolers until it is time to cook.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Camping tentsqty 12
Tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 30
Beer tablesqty 3
Picnic blanketqty 4

Camping

Sleeping matsqty 24
Sleeping bagsqty 24
Cushionsqty 24
Blanketsqty 12
Ground tarpsqty 12
Herringqty 100
Hammerqty 3
Tarpqty 2

Tableware

Platesqty 36
Mugsqty 36
Drinking glassesqty 36
Cutlery setsqty 36

Kitchen

Coolersqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Large potsqty 3
Frying pansqty 2
Serving spoonsqty 6
Serving plattersqty 8
Thermos flasksqty 4
Water jugsqty 4

Equipment

Gas stovesqty 3
Gas cylindersqty 6
Lighterqty 2

Lighting

LED lampsqty 8
String lightsqty 4
Flashlightsqty 8

Decorations

Welcome sign
Tableclothsqty 6
Name badgesqty 30

Safety

Fire extinguishersqty 2
Flashlights with blinking lightqty 2
Extension cordsqty 3
Power stripsqty 3

Activities

Walking sticksqty 12
Card gamesqty 6
Board gamesqty 6
Kubb set
Bluetooth speaker

Cleaning

Washing-up basinsqty 4
Dish brushesqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Hand broomsqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Alcohol-free beer - 48 bottles
- Beer - 48 bottles
- White wine - 6 bottles
- Red wine - 4 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 8 bottles
- Sparkling water - 6 bottles
- Bread - 12 loaves
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Butter - 2 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Ham - 1.5 kilograms
- Chicken breast slices - 1 kilogram
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Jam - 4 jars
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Eggs - 60 pieces
- Bacon - 2 kilograms
- Yogurt - 6 liter
- Muesli - 3 kilogram
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilograms
- Tomatoes - 3 kilograms
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Onions - 2 kilograms
- Garlic - 4 bulbs
- Potatoes - 6 kilograms
- Rice - 3 kilograms
- Pasta - 3 kilograms
- Pasta sauce - 8 jars
- Beans - 8 cans
- Corn - 6 cans
- Vegetable stock - 2 boxes
- Herb mix - 4 jars
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Snacks - 4 bags
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Marshmallows - 3 bags
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Ice cubes - 10 bags
- Aluminum foil - 3 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Napkins - 6 packs
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 1 pack
- Sponges - 8 pieces
- Cleaning wipes - 4 packs
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 4 rolls
- Paper tissues - 6 packs

Tips

Plan around three main meals per person for a two-night weekend, plus breakfast items, snacks and at least two drinks per person for the first hour. Add extra portions when arrival and departure times vary.
Allow one plate, mug, glass and cutlery set per person for each meal, or bring enough washing-up capacity to reuse them. Shared serving platters and water jugs are easy to overlook.
Check every tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, pillow, blanket and groundsheet at least one week before departure. Test poles, zips and air valves rather than discovering a problem after dark.
Pack one cooler for drinks and another for food if possible. Chill food before leaving, use separate coolers for raw ingredients and ready-to-eat food, and refill ice during the weekend when needed.
Bring lighting for the cooking and welcome areas as well as the tents. Set up LED lights before sunset and keep a lighter, gas cylinders and a hammer with the cooking and campsite equipment.

Frequently asked questions

What food do I need for a camping weekend?: For a two-night camping weekend, plan three main meals per person, two breakfasts, snacks and drinks for the full stay. Confirm dietary requirements at least one week before shopping, then add around 10% extra food for unexpected guests or larger appetites.
How many tents do I need for a camping weekend?: Provide one suitable sleeping space per person and check the tent capacity rather than relying on the number of tents alone. Confirm who shares a tent at least 7 days before departure so you can identify missing mats, sleeping bags or blankets.
How much camping equipment should I bring for a group?: Bring one plate, mug, glass and cutlery set per person, plus shared cooking equipment such as large pots, frying pans, chopping boards and serving utensils. For seating, plan one chair per person and add tables or picnic blankets for meals.
When should I do the shopping for a camping weekend?: Buy non-perishable food, drinks and disposable supplies 2 to 3 days before departure. Buy fresh and chilled food on the day before, pack the coolers just before leaving, and check the weather forecast again 24 hours in advance.

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