Climate strike shopping list

A climate strike needs more than banners and a megaphone. You’ll need materials for signs, a reliable setup for speeches, power for sound and lighting, and reusable supplies for volunteers and participants. Plan weather protection and clear route markers before shopping, because these are easy to leave until the last minute. This list covers the practical items that support the demonstration from setup through cleanup.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Party tentsqty 3
Foldable tablesqty 10
Folding chairsqty 30
High tablesqty 6
Waste binsqty 12

Equipment

Sound system
Wireless microphonesqty 3
Speakersqty 4
Mixer
Extension cordsqty 8
Power stripsqty 6
Power banksqty 6
Megaphoneqty 2

Lighting

LED lampsqty 8
String lightsqty 6

Decorations

Bannersqty 8
Campaign signsqty 150
Cardboard platesqty 250
Wooden polesqty 200
Paper arrowsqty 20
Ropeqty 4
Cable tiesqty 300
Painter's tapeqty 12
Waterproof markersqty 40
Poster paintqty 20
Brushesqty 20

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 400
Reusable platesqty 250
Reusable cutleryqty 300
Thermos flasksqty 8

Kitchen

Coolersqty 6
Water jugsqty 8
Cutting boardsqty 4
Bread knivesqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 8
Bowlsqty 12
Ice packsqty 24
Kettlesqty 3
Coffee filtersqty 200

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 240 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 60 bottles
- Apple juice - 12 liters
- Orange juice - 12 liters
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Lemonade - 12 liters
- Coffee - 3 kilos
- Decaf coffee - 500 grams
- Black tea - 200 bags
- Herbal tea - 100 bags
- Chai tea - 100 bags
- Semi-skimmed milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 8 liters
- Soy milk - 4 liters
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Honey - 3 jars
- Lemons - 3 kilos
- Herbal tea sweetener - 2 boxes
- Whole wheat bread - 25 loaves
- Multigrain bread - 15 loaves
- Wholegrain sandwich rolls - 250 pieces
- Hummus - 8 kilos
- Peanut butter - 4 jars
- Jam - 4 jars
- Vegan margarine - 3 kilo
- Slices of young cheese - 4 kilos
- Plant-based cheese - 2 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 kilos
- Tomatoes - 10 kilos
- Bell peppers - 6 kilos
- Carrots - 8 kilos
- Radishes - 3 kilo
- Lettuce - 20 heads
- Apples - 20 kilo
- Bananas - 15 kilos
- Grapes - 10 kilos
- Mandarins - 15 kilos
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Muesli bars - 250 pieces
- Vegan cookies - 12 packs
- Wholegrain crackers - 12 packs
- Olive oil - 2 liters
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 liter
- Mayonnaise - 2 liter
- Ketchup - 2 liters
- Mustard - 1 liter
- Salt - 500 grams
- Black pepper - 250 grams
- Paprika powder - 250 gram
- Garlic powder - 150 gram
- Fresh basil - 10 bunches
- Fresh parsley - 10 bunches
- Napkins - 1000 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Trash bags - 150 pieces
- Compostable trash bags - 100 pieces
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 10 bottles
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Sponges - 20 pieces
- Microfiber cloths - 20 pieces

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Safety vestsqty 20
Flashlightsqty 12
Work glovesqty 20
Barrier tapeqty 6
Traffic conesqty 20

Registration

Registration formsqty 600
Pen setsqty 30
Name stickersqty 600
Clipboardsqty 20
Wristbandsqty 600
Information leafletsqty 600

Cleaning

Litter pickersqty 8
Broom setsqty 4
Bucketsqty 6
Mopsqty 4
Waste sorting binsqty 12

Transport

Transport cartsqty 4
Ratchet strapsqty 12
Storage cratesqty 20
Tarpaulinsqty 6

Tips

Buy waterproof markers, poster paint, brushes, painter’s tape, wooden poles, rope, and cable ties together so sign-making and installation can happen in one session. Allow at least one marker and one brush for every two people painting.
Check the sound system, mixer, speakers, wireless microphones, extension cords, power strips, and power banks at least 48 hours before the strike. Test every microphone and cable in the actual speaking order.
Plan one reusable cup and one reusable plate per expected user, then add 10% extra for loss or late arrivals. Thermos flasks should be filled shortly before volunteers arrive rather than left empty at the venue.
Use paper arrows, rope, and cable ties to make the route visible at crossings and entrances. Prepare the markings at least 2 hours before the demonstration starts, especially if volunteers must also handle registration or first aid.
Pack LED lamps and string lights even for a daytime event if setup or cleanup may continue after dark. Keep spare batteries or charged power banks with the equipment team, not in a separate storage area.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need for a climate strike?: Plan materials for signs, route marking, sound, power, lighting, refreshments, and waste collection. For a basic setup, check the banners, campaign signs, megaphone, sound system, microphones, extension cords, reusable tableware, thermos flasks, and waste bins at least 48 hours beforehand.
How many cups and plates do I need for a climate strike?: Allow one reusable cup and one reusable plate per person expected to use refreshments, plus 10% extra. For 200 people, that means 220 cups and 220 plates.
When should I test the sound system for a climate strike?: Test the speakers, mixer, wireless microphones, cables, power strips, and power banks at least 48 hours before the event. Run a second check 60 minutes before the first speaker, with the microphone levels set for the actual outdoor location.
How much sign-making material should I buy?: As a starting point, buy one waterproof marker and one brush for every two people painting, plus enough cardboard, poster paint, wooden poles, rope, and cable ties for the signs you expect to display. Finish painting at least 1 day before the strike so signs can dry and be attached safely.

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