What you need for a laser tag tournament
A laser tag tournament needs more than guns and vests. You also need a reliable way to score matches, identify teams, keep equipment powered and feed players between rounds. This shopping list covers the practical supplies for registration, field setup, tournament control and catering. Check quantities against your player count, then add a few spares for batteries, pens, cups and serving equipment so one missing item does not delay the schedule.
What to bring
Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.
Furniture
- Tablesqty 8
- Chairsqty 60
- High tablesqty 4
- Tableclothqty 8
Sports equipment
- Laser tag gunsqty 30
- Laser tag vestsqty 30
- Spare batteriesqty 40
- Charging stationsqty 6
- Team wristbandsqty 60
- Conesqty 24
- Barrier tapeqty 4
- Stopwatchesqty 4
- Scoreboardsqty 4
- Score sheetsqty 100
- Pensqty 30
Equipment
- Walkie-talkiesqty 6
- Extension cordsqty 6
- Power stripsqty 6
- Mobile phonesqty 3
- Megaphone
- Power banksqty 4
Tableware
- Reusable cupsqty 80
- Platesqty 70
- Cutlery setsqty 70
- Serving plattersqty 10
- Pitcherqty 4
Kitchen
- Coolersqty 4
- Thermos flasksqty 4
- Cutting boardsqty 3
- Bread knivesqty 3
- Serving utensilsqty 8
Decorations
- Balloonsqty 80
- String lightsqty 4
- Name badgesqty 70
- Prizesqty 6
Lighting
- LED lampsqty 8
Cleaning
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop set
- Bucketsqty 2
- Hand broomsqty 2
- Cleaning clothsqty 12
- Waste binsqty 8
- Hand soap dispensersqty 4
- Towel dispenserqty 2
- First aid kit
Catering
- Groceries
- Still water - 48 bottles
- Sparkling water - 24 bottles
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Lemon - 6 pieces
- Sandwiches - 80 pieces
- Wholemeal bread - 6 loaves
- Chicken breast slices - 2 kilos
- Cheese - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 1 kilo
- Cucumber - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salsa sauce - 4 jars
- Apples - 50 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Ice cubes - 10 kilos
- Napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Dishwasher tablets - 30 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
Tips
- Plan at least one laser tag gun and vest per player, plus spare batteries and charging capacity for equipment used throughout the tournament. Test every set before players arrive, not just on the morning of the event.
- Prepare one score sheet and one pen for every active match, then keep extra copies and at least five spare pens at the scoring table. A scoreboard and stopwatches make it easier to track rounds without relying on memory.
- Give each team a distinct wristband and bring cones and barrier tape to mark boundaries, waiting areas and restricted zones. Pack enough wristbands for every registered player plus 10% extras for late changes.
- Allow one reusable cup and one plate per guest, with at least 10% extra for replacements. Use coolers for cold drinks and prepare enough serving platters, cutlery and pitchers to keep the buffet moving between tournament rounds.
- Count your power needs before shopping: charging stations, extension cords and power strips must reach the equipment area safely. Bring at least two charged power banks and keep mobile phones or walkie-talkies available for communication across the venue.
Frequently asked questions
- How many laser tag guns and vests do I need for a tournament?
- Buy or reserve one gun and one vest for every player in the largest match. Add at least 10% spare equipment where possible, or confirm with the venue how quickly faulty equipment can be replaced.
- How much food and drink should I buy for a laser tag tournament?
- Plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then one drink per person for each additional hour. For food, allow two to three snack portions per guest between rounds, plus 10% extra for unexpected players or larger appetites.
- How many score sheets and pens are needed for laser tag?
- Prepare one score sheet per scheduled match and print at least 10% extra. Keep a minimum of five spare pens at the scoring table, even if the tournament has fewer than 20 players.
- When should I charge and test laser tag equipment?
- Charge all equipment at least 12 hours before the tournament and test every gun, vest and charging station on the day before. Run a final power and battery check 60 minutes before registration opens.
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