What you need for a laser tag competition

A laser tag competition needs more than laser guns and vests. You also need enough equipment for every player, spares for faults or late arrivals, and practical supplies for registration, scoring and team control. Plan power and charging before game day, especially if equipment must run for several rounds. Keep drinks, snacks, prizes and medals separate from the playing area so the competition can run without interruptions.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 12
High tablesqty 4
Tableclothsqty 8
Clothes racksqty 2

Sports equipment

Laser gunsqty 40
Laser tag vestsqty 40
Spare vestsqty 4
Inflatable obstaclesqty 12
Conesqty 24
Ribbonsqty 8
Team wristbandsqty 40
Whistlesqty 4
Scoreboardsqty 4
Score sheetsqty 30
Pensqty 12
Stopwatchesqty 4
Prizesqty 12
Medalsqty 12
Heavy-duty storage cratesqty 8

Equipment

Charging stationsqty 6
Spare batteriesqty 80
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Portable speakersqty 2
Microphone
Megaphonesqty 2
Laptop
Printer
Rechargeable flashlightsqty 6

Lighting

LED lampsqty 6
Battery lanternsqty 4
Light-up wristbandsqty 40

Tableware

Reusable drinking glassesqty 60
Platesqty 60
Cutlery setsqty 60
Coffee cupsqty 40
Serving spoonsqty 8
Small bowlsqty 12

Kitchen

Coolersqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Kettlesqty 2
Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving spoonsqty 8
Bottle openersqty 3
Water jugsqty 6

Decorations

Team flagsqty 8
Welcome sign
Directional signsqty 8
Name stickersqty 60
Pioneer signsqty 24

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Dustpan and brushqty 2
Broomqty 2
Mop setqty 2
Bucketsqty 3
Microfiber clothsqty 12
Cleaning glovesqty 6
Hand sanitizerqty 4
First aid kit

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 8 bottles
- Spa Red - 4 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Fanta - 4 bottles
- Sprite - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Non-alcoholic beer - 24 bottles
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Mini rolls - 80 pieces
- Herb cream cheese - 6 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Ham - 1 kilogram
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilograms
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salsa sauce - 4 jars
- Mixed nuts - 2 kilograms
- Olives - 4 jars
- Grapes - 3 kilograms
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Wraps - 60 pieces
- Chicken breast - 3 kilograms
- Falafel - 2 kilograms
- Iceberg lettuce - 6 heads
- Shredded cheese - 1 kilogram
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Pickles - 2 jars
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Brownies - 40 pieces
- Napkins - 250 pieces
- Paper cups - 100 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls

Tips

Count one laser gun and one vest per registered player, then add spare vests and spare batteries for equipment failures or last-minute participants. Check the inventory before shopping rather than relying on the venue’s standard kit.
Set up charging stations, extension cords and power strips at least one day before the competition. Charge all rechargeable equipment fully and keep spare batteries together in a labelled storage crate.
Prepare one score sheet and one pen for each match, plus extra copies for mistakes. Keep stopwatches, whistles and scoreboards at the registration or control desk so officials can reach them quickly.
Use team wristbands, ribbons or another visible team marker for every participant. Buy enough for the final team count plus at least 10% extra, because markers are easy to lose during several rounds.
Provide drinks and snacks for the full session, not only the opening briefing. Chill drinks before participants arrive, and place prizes and medals together so the award presentation does not depend on a last-minute search.

Frequently asked questions

How many laser guns and vests do I need for a laser tag competition?: Plan one laser gun and one vest for every registered player who plays at the same time. Add at least 10% spare capacity, or a minimum of two spare vests and one spare gun for a small competition.
What backup equipment should I bring to a laser tag competition?: Bring spare vests, spare batteries, charging stations and basic power supplies. Keep at least one spare battery set per equipment type and check all backups 24 hours before the first match.
How many score sheets and pens are needed?: Prepare one score sheet and one pen per scheduled match, then add 20% extra copies and at least two spare pens. This covers scoring errors, wet sheets and schedule changes.
When should laser tag equipment be charged?: Charge rechargeable equipment fully on the day before the competition and check the charge again 1–2 hours before opening. Keep charging stations and spare batteries accessible during the event.

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