What you need for a Cluedo night

A Cluedo night needs more than the game itself. You’ll need enough tables and chairs for teams, pens and score sheets for every player, and a clear way to manage roles, clues and matchups. Plan tableware, drinks and snacks around the number of guests, then check missing game equipment before shopping. Name badges, envelopes and notepads are easy to overlook, but they keep the evening running smoothly.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 30
Side tablesqty 2
Clothing rack

Tableware

Drinking glassesqty 36
Coffee mugsqty 30
Platesqty 36
Cutlery setsqty 36
Serving plattersqty 8
Small serving plattersqty 6
Serving spoonsqty 8
Serving boardsqty 4

Kitchen

Kettlesqty 2
Coffee maker
Bottle openersqty 3
Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knifeqty 2
Coolersqty 3

Game materials

Cluedo gamesqty 4
Score sheetsqty 40
Pensqty 36
Name badgesqty 30
Envelopesqty 12
Notepadsqty 30

Decorations

Tableclothsqty 6
Battery lightsqty 8
Decorative magnifying glassesqty 4

Equipment

Bluetooth speaker
Power stripsqty 3
Extension cordsqty 3

Lighting

Standing lampsqty 2

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 2
Bucketsqty 2
Mopsqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- White and wholemeal baguettes - 8 pieces
- Butter - 500 grams
- Young cheese - 1,5 kilogram
- Brie - 600 gram
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Ham - 800 grams
- Salami - 600 gram
- Cucumber - 6 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 1,5 kilograms
- Carrots - 1,5 kilogram
- Bell peppers - 8 pieces
- Grapes - 2 kilogram
- Apples - 24 pieces
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Tortilla chips - 4 bags
- Salsa - 4 jars
- Salted peanuts - 3 bags
- Mixed nuts - 3 bags
- Olives - 4 jars
- Pickles - 3 jars
- Mini meatballs - 2.5 kilograms
- Vegetarian snacks - 2 kilograms
- Puff pastry snacks - 4 boxes
- Pasta salad - 3 kilograms
- Green salad - 3 bags
- Dressing - 3 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Brownies - 3 boxes
- Cookies - 5 packs
- Chocolate - 1.5 kilograms
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Spa Blue - 5 crates
- Spa Rood - 2 crates
- Beer - 4 crates
- Non-alcoholic lager - 2 crates
- White wine - 6 bottles
- Red wine - 4 bottles
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Mints - 1 box
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Chocolate milk - 3 liters
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 1 pack
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 1 bottle
- Cleaning sponges - 1 pack
- Hand soap - 3 bottles

Tips

Allow one table for each team or playing group, plus one reception table for check-in and spare materials. Set up the game tables before guests arrive so teams can start without moving furniture.
Prepare at least one pen and one score sheet per player, with 10–20% extra supplies. Keep spare notepads and envelopes at the reception desk for lost materials or late registrations.
Buy or bring enough tableware for the full guest count: one drinking glass, plate and cutlery set per person, plus a few extras. Add serving platters and serving spoons so snacks do not stay in their packaging.
Chill drinks several hours before the start and provide bottle openers where drinks are served. If you are serving coffee or tea, set aside mugs, a coffee maker or kettle, and a separate side table.
Check the decoration and equipment at least one day before the event. Test the Bluetooth speaker, battery lights and power connections, and confirm that every Cluedo game has all required pieces before guests arrive.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need for a Cluedo night?: You need Cluedo games, score sheets, pens, name badges, envelopes and notepads, plus tables and chairs for the teams. Add glasses, plates, cutlery, serving dishes, drinks, snacks and simple table decorations.
How many tables do I need for a Cluedo night?: Plan one game table per team or playing group, then add one reception table for registration and spare materials. Leave enough room for chairs and movement; a separate side table is useful for drinks or snacks.
How many pens and score sheets should I buy?: Provide one pen and one score sheet per player, then add 10–20% extra. For 20 players, prepare at least 22–24 pens and score sheets so replacements are available.
When should I prepare the Cluedo night shopping list?: Check the list at least one week before the event, especially the games and other reusable equipment. Do the food and drink shopping one or two days before, and chill drinks several hours before guests arrive.

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