What to Buy for a Kids' Disco

A kids' disco needs more than music and a clear dance floor. Plan drinks and snacks for the full guest list, plus reusable serving items, decorations, lighting and equipment that can be tested before children arrive. You will also need practical supplies for coats, sign-in, dietary information and minor accidents. Use the shopping list below to gather everything in one place, then chill drinks and prepare food close to the start time.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 60
Clothes racksqty 2
Folding table

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 70
Platesqty 70
Cutlery setsqty 70
Serving plattersqty 8
Pitchersqty 4

Kitchen

Serving spoonsqty 6
Snack tongsqty 4
Coolersqty 3

Equipment

Active speakersqty 2
Mixer
Wireless microphone
Music player
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 3

Lighting

Disco lightsqty 2
LED string lightsqty 4

Decorations

Balloonsqty 100
Balloon pumpqty 2
Party garlandsqty 10
Photo backdrop
Welcome sign

Communication

Sign-up listsqty 3
Name stickersqty 70
Pensqty 10

Safety

First aid kit
Non-slip matsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Microfiber clothsqty 8
Bucketsqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blue - 48 bottles
- Spa Rood - 24 small bottles
- Apple juice - 6 liters
- Orange juice - 6 liters
- Lemonade syrup - 3 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Paprika chips - 5 bags
- Plain chips - 5 bags
- Tortilla chips - 4 bags
- Snack tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Cucumber - 6 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Apples - 50 pieces
- Mini rolls - 80 pieces
- Herb cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Turkey breast - 1,5 kilo
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Satay sauce - 2 jars
- Mini hot dogs - 6 cans
- Puff pastry snacks - 100 pieces
- Mini muffins - 60 pieces
- Popcorn - 2 kilo
- Ice pops - 60 pieces
- Allergy-free cookies - 2 packs
- Gluten-free rolls - 10 pieces
- Vegan spreads - 2 packs
- Paper napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Garbage bags - 30 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Toilet cleaner - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 3 bottles

Tips

Allow roughly two to three drinks per child for the first hour, then about one drink per child for each additional hour. Buy a few extra servings for adults and unexpected guests.
Choose snacks that can be served quickly without plates for every child, and include options that match the dietary requirements collected during registration. Put serving platters, serving spoons and snack tongs with the food before the doors open.
Check the sound setup at least 60 minutes before arrival. Test the active speakers, mixer, music player, wireless microphone, extension cords and power strips together, and save the playlist offline.
Prepare the cloakroom before guests arrive with clothes racks and a clear sign. Keep name stickers, pens and the sign-up lists at the entrance so children and parents can be checked in without searching for supplies.
Buy or collect decorations and safety items no later than the day before. Inflate balloons with the balloon pump, check that disco lights and LED string lights are secure, and place non-slip mats where cables or busy entrances could cause trips.

Frequently asked questions

How many drinks do I need for a kids' disco?: Plan for two to three drinks per child during the first hour, followed by around one drink per child for every additional hour. Add a small buffer for adults, spills and last-minute guests.
What snacks should I buy for a kids' disco?: Buy enough for every child to have several small portions rather than one large serving. Include at least one option suitable for the dietary requirements recorded during registration, and set out snacks shortly before the disco starts.
What equipment do I need for a kids' disco?: You need active speakers, a mixer, a music player, extension cords and power strips, with a wireless microphone if announcements are planned. Test the complete setup at least 60 minutes before guests arrive and keep the music saved offline.
When should I buy decorations and party supplies?: Buy or collect decorations, tableware and safety supplies at least one day before the disco. Chill drinks and prepare perishable snacks on the day, close enough to the start time that they remain fresh.

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