What you need for a Curio market

A Curio market needs more than stalls and tables. You also need a practical setup for exhibitors, refreshments, payments, power and changing weather. Use the plan’s 54-item supply list as your starting point, then confirm quantities against the number of exhibitors, visitors and serving points. Buy or collect disposable and perishable items shortly before the market; arrange larger equipment and deliveries several days in advance so missing items can still be replaced.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Party tentsqty 4
Market stallsqty 12
Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 40
Beer tablesqty 6
Tableclothsqty 14
High tablesqty 4

Equipment

Coolersqty 4
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 8
Rechargeable lampsqty 8
Walkie-talkiesqty 4
Handheld microphone
Cash boxesqty 2
Card machinesqty 2
Calculatorsqty 2
Hand trucksqty 2
Tool casesqty 2
Cable tiesqty 100
Bollardsqty 12
Barrier tapeqty 4

Lighting

String lightsqty 6
Outdoor lightsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 120
Coffee cupsqty 60
Platesqty 80
Cutlery setsqty 80
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 8

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knifeqty 4
Scissorsqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Water jugsqty 6
Ice packsqty 16

Catering

Price listsqty 12
Menu boardsqty 4
Storage binsqty 12
Groceries
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Assorted Tea - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilograms
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Lemon - 2 kilogram
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 24 bottles
- Spa Rood - 12 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Non-alcoholic beer - 24 bottles
- Beer - 48 bottles
- White wine - 6 bottles
- Rosé - 6 bottles
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Peanuts - 4 bags
- Olives - 4 jars
- Mixed nuts - 4 bags
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Mini sandwiches - 120 pieces
- Wraps - 60 pieces
- Hummus - 2 kilograms
- Cream cheese - 1 kilogram
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Brie - 1 kilogram
- Ham - 1 kilogram
- Smoked chicken - 1 kilogram
- Cucumber - 3 kilograms
- Tomatoes - 3 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 2 kilograms
- Arugula - 6 bags
- Grapes - 4 kilograms
- Apples - 5 kilograms
- Bananas - 4 kilogram
- Mini muffins - 120 pieces
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Brownies - 80 pieces
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Pesto - 4 jars
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Salt - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Garlic powder - 1 jar
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper plates - 200 pieces
- Wooden stirrers - 300 pieces
- Paper straws - 200 pieces
- Coffee filters - 2 boxes
- Teaspoons - 100 pieces
- Ice cubes - 20 kilograms
- Cool bags - 6 pieces
- Storage containers - 30 pieces
- Ziplock bags - 2 boxes
- Shopping bags - 300 pieces
- Cash register receipt rolls - 10 rolls
- Price stickers - 10 sheets
- Name stickers - 100 pieces
- Ballpoint pens - 20 pieces
- Paper wristbands - 300 pieces
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Compostable bags - 50 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 6 packs
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 6 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Rubber gloves - 6 pairs
- Tissues - 12 packs
- Toilet freshener - 4 pieces

Decorations

Buntingqty 8
Balloonsqty 100
Chalkboardsqty 8
Table décorqty 12
Directional signsqty 10
Information bannersqty 4

Cleaning

Broom setsqty 3
Floor squeegeesqty 2
Bucketsqty 4
Mopsqty 4
Microfiber clothsqty 12
Waste binsqty 12
Hand sanitizer holdersqty 6

Tips

Plan one market stall or table space for each confirmed exhibitor, then add at least one spare table for shared supplies, paperwork or last-minute arrivals. Confirm the final exhibitor count before buying tablecloths and preparing exhibitor packages.
For refreshments, allow roughly two to three drinks per person during the first hour, then adjust for the expected length of the market. Have separate cold storage for drinks and ice packs, and keep hot drinks in thermos flasks so queues do not depend on one coffee machine or kettle.
Check every power-dependent item at least 3 days before opening. Count extension cords and power strips by setup area, keep rechargeable lamps as backup, and do not assume the venue has enough accessible sockets.
Prepare payment supplies the day before: cash boxes, change, receipts or payment instructions, and a simple way to separate exhibitor money from market expenses. A cash box at each active sales point is easier to manage than moving one box around.
If the market is outdoors, make the weather check 24 hours before setup and again on the morning itself. Party tents, outdoor lights, table coverings and cable protection should be ready before exhibitors arrive, not collected after the first rain or early darkness.

Frequently asked questions

How many tables do I need for a Curio market?: Start with one market stall or table space per confirmed exhibitor, then add 1–2 spare tables for registration, refreshments and shared materials. Confirm the count at least 3 days before the market so you can arrange replacements.
How much coffee and water should I buy for a Curio market?: For the first hour, plan about 2–3 drinks per person, including coffee, tea and water. Add extra hot-water capacity if more than 20 people may want drinks at the same time, and prepare water jugs before exhibitors arrive.
When should I arrange tents, lighting and power equipment?: Reserve party tents, tables, chairs and lighting at least 1 week ahead when possible. Test extension cords, power strips, coffee machines and rechargeable lamps 3 days before the market, then pack them by setup area.
How much change do I need for a market cash box?: Prepare enough small notes and coins for the first 2 hours of sales, based on the expected number of cash-paying visitors and typical low-value purchases. Count each cash box the day before and keep a separate record of the starting amount.

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