What to buy for a curling tournament

A curling tournament needs more than stones and brooms. Before shopping, check what the rink already provides, then cover team identification, scoring, officiating, sound, serving and participant comfort. Plan separate supplies for the ice, the registration area and the refreshments table. The equipment list below includes practical items such as sliders, curling shoes, scoreboards, whistles, reusable cups and serving platters, so you can check quantities against your confirmed teams and volunteers.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 8
Folding chairsqty 80
Bar unit
Buffet tablesqty 3
Coat rackqty 2
Bollardsqty 12

Sports equipment

Curling stonesqty 32
Curling broomsqty 32
Slidersqty 40
Curling shoesqty 40
Team bibsqty 32
Marker discsqty 24
Stopwatchesqty 6
Scoreboardsqty 4
Scoreboard markersqty 12
Competition whistlesqty 6

Equipment

Sound system
Microphoneqty 2
Speakersqty 2
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Laptop
Printer
Mobile chargersqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 150
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 100
Cutlery setsqty 100
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 8

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 6
Coolersqty 6
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Hot traysqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 6
Kitchen tongsqty 4
Kitchen towelsqty 12

Decorations

Bib numbersqty 16
Buntingqty 6
Balloonsqty 100
Tableclothsqty 8
Stage sign

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 4
Battery lanternsqty 6

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Mopsqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Broom setsqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Cleaning glovesqty 8

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Decaf coffee - 1 pack
- Black tea - 2 boxes
- Herbal tea - 1 box
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Sweetener - 1 box
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Chocolate milk - 6 liters
- Cola - 12 liters
- Cola Zero - 12 liters
- Orange soda - 8 liters
- Iced tea - 8 liters
- Tonic - 4 liters
- Spa Blauw - 24 liter
- Spa Rood - 12 liters
- Apple juice - 6 liters
- Orange juice - 6 liters
- Non-alcoholic beer - 24 bottles
- Beer - 72 bottles
- White wine - 12 bottles
- Red wine - 6 bottles
- Sparkling wine - 4 bottles
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Limes - 12 pieces
- Apples - 60 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 5 kilos
- Mandarins - 4 kilo
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Party snacks - 4 kilos
- Snacks - 4 bags
- Popcorn - 3 kilos
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Muesli bars - 80 pieces
- Mini rolls - 180 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- White rolls - 8 loaves
- Wraps - 80 pieces
- Young cheese - 4 kilos
- Aged cheese - 3 kilos
- Ham - 3 kilos
- Chicken breast topping - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 2 kilo
- Herb butter - 1 kilo
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Tomatoes - 6 kilos
- Cucumbers - 20 pieces
- Bell peppers - 20 pieces
- Red onions - 2 kilos
- Pickles - 4 jars
- Mayonnaise - 2 liter
- Ketchup - 2 liters
- Mustard - 1 liter
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 3 jars
- Soup - 12 liters
- Soup vegetables - 3 kilo
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Herb cheese - 2 kilos
- Pasta salad - 12 kilos
- Potato salad - 8 kilos
- Mixed salad - 8 kilos
- Vegetarian wraps - 30 pieces
- Vegan spread - 2 kilos
- Gluten-free sandwiches - 12 pieces
- Vegetarian soup - 4 liters
- Vegan mayonnaise - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 1 liter
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Salt - 1 pack
- Napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Rinse aid - 1 bottle
- Dishwasher tablets - 40 pieces
- Disinfecting wipes - 3 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls

Tips

Count one team bib or clearly visible team identifier for every player, plus a few spare markers for late changes or damaged items. Prepare team cards before shopping so you know exactly how many sets you need.
Allow one score sheet per match, with at least 10% extra for errors or schedule changes. Bring enough scoreboard markers for every scoreboard in use and keep a spare marker at the officials’ table.
Check the rink’s supplied equipment at least 7 days before the tournament. Confirm the number of curling stones, brooms, sliders and curling shoes, then hire or buy only the missing sizes and quantities.
Plan refreshments by service point: reusable cups, coffee cups, plates, cutlery sets, serving platters and serving tongs. Add at least 10% extra tableware when attendance is still changing or catering includes multiple serving times.
Test the sound system, microphone, speakers, laptop and printer 1 day before the event. Pack extension cords, power strips and mobile chargers separately; these are easy to overlook when the venue has limited outlets.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a curling tournament?: You need curling stones, curling brooms, sliders, curling shoes, team bibs, marker discs and scoring equipment. Confirm the rink’s inventory at least 7 days beforehand, because stone and shoe quantities vary by venue.
How many curling shoes and sliders should I buy?: Provide one usable pair or slider setup for each participant who needs rental equipment, based on the confirmed registrations. Add 10% spare capacity and collect shoe sizes at least 5 days before the tournament.
How many score sheets do I need for a curling tournament?: Prepare one score sheet for every scheduled match, plus at least 10% extra. For example, 20 matches require 22 sheets; print them no later than 2 days before play starts.
What should I bring for drinks and catering at a curling tournament?: Bring reusable cups, coffee cups, plates, cutlery sets, serving platters and serving tongs, along with the drinks and snacks arranged for the event. Chill drinks at least 4 hours before arrival and set out serving ware 30 minutes before the first break.

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