What to Buy for a Darts Tournament

A darts tournament needs more than darts and dartboards. Plan food and drinks around the number of registered players, with enough time to chill beverages, prepare snacks and set up the buffet before the first match. Buy simple, low-mess food that players can eat between games without handling the equipment with greasy hands. Keep a small reserve for late arrivals, officials and longer matches, and check what is already available at the venue before shopping.

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What to bring

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

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea selection - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 8 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Iced tea - 4 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 8 bottles
- Spa Red - 4 bottles
- Alcohol-free beer - 24 cans
- Beer - 48 cans
- White wine - 4 bottles
- Red wine - 3 bottles
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Apple juice - 3 packs
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Mini pistolets - 100 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 5 loaves
- Baguettes - 6 pieces
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Back ham - 1.5 kilos
- Chicken breast topping - 1 kilo
- Hummus - 1 kilo
- Cream cheese - 750 grams
- Herb butter - 6 tubs
- Cucumber - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Snacks - 4 bags
- Snack mix - 4 bags
- Olives - 4 jars
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Brownies - 60
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs

Tips

Plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then one drink per person for each additional hour. Add extra water because players may spend several hours indoors and active at the oche.
Allow about 150–200 grams of snacks per person for a tournament lasting three to four hours. Choose food that can be eaten in small portions between matches and keep it away from the scoring tables.
Shop for chilled drinks at least 4 hours before the tournament so they have time to cool. If refrigeration is limited, bring enough coolers or ice to keep the drinks cold throughout registration and play.
Buy disposable napkins, cups and serving utensils based on the full participant list, not just the number of expected starters. Add roughly 10% extra for spills, guests and late registrations.
Set aside food and drinks for the organisers and referees before opening the buffet. They may be busy with registration, schedules and score sheets and might not get a proper break during the first round.

Frequently asked questions

How much food do I need for a darts tournament?: For a three- to four-hour tournament, plan 150–200 grams of snacks per person. Add around 10% extra if the event runs through a meal period or if spectators are expected.
How many drinks should I buy for a darts tournament?: Allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour and one drink per person for every additional hour. Include water for every player and buy about 10% extra for organisers and late arrivals.
When should I do the shopping for a darts tournament?: Buy packaged snacks and serving supplies one to two days in advance. Get chilled or perishable items on the day, ideally at least 4 hours before registration, so everything can be cooled and prepared.
What food works best at a darts tournament?: Choose small, low-mess portions that players can eat between matches, such as dry snacks, fruit pieces or bite-sized sandwiches. Avoid greasy food near the dartboards and provide napkins and hand-cleaning supplies at the buffet.

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