What you need for a laser tag tournament

A laser tag tournament needs more than blasters and vests. You also need enough charging capacity, spare power, field markers, scoring materials and clear signs to keep matches moving. Buy or collect equipment according to your confirmed participant count, then add a small buffer for damaged items and late arrivals. Sort catering, cups and plates separately so the tournament equipment stays ready for the first match.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 60
Bar stoolsqty 6
Buffet tablesqty 3
Waste binsqty 6

Sports equipment

Laser tag blastersqty 30
Laser tag vestsqty 30
Charging stationsqty 6
Spare batteriesqty 12
Conesqty 24
Barrier tapeqty 4
Inflatable obstaclesqty 12
Team ribbonsqty 6
Stopwatchesqty 4
Scoreboardsqty 4
Whistlesqty 4

Equipment

Laptop
Printer
Projector
Projection screen
Speakersqty 2
Microphone
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Charging cablesqty 8

Lighting

LED lampsqty 8
Light Stripsqty 4
Flashlightsqty 6

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 80
Platesqty 70
Cutlery setsqty 70
Coffee cupsqty 30
Pouring jugsqty 8

Kitchen

Coolersqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 6
Serving spoonsqty 6
Food warmersqty 4

Decorations

Team flagsqty 6
Start/finish sign
Tournament banner
Tableclothsqty 8
Medalsqty 6
Cupsqty 3
Prize ribbonsqty 3

Cleaning

Mopsqty 3
Bucketsqty 3
Vacuum cleaner
Cleaning clothsqty 12
Washing-up tubsqty 2
Hand broomsqty 3
Litter pickersqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 40 bottles
- Spa Rood - 20 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Hummus - 10 tubs
- Cream cheese - 8 tubs
- Herb butter - 8 tubs
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Ham - 2 kilos
- Chicken breast topping - 2 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 8 bags
- Salsa sauce - 6 jars
- Olives - 6 jars
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Vegetarian wraps - 60 pieces
- Chicken wraps - 60 pieces
- Raw vegetables - 8 bowls
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Napkins - 6 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 30 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
- Hand soap - 4 bottles

Tips

Count one laser tag blaster and one vest per player, then prepare at least 10% spare batteries and charging capacity if the equipment provider does not supply backups.
Prepare one team ribbon set for every team, plus extra ribbons for late registrations or lost markers. Keep the team assignments and ribbons together before check-in starts.
Use cones, barrier tape and inflatable obstacles to mark boundaries and create distinct play areas. Set these out at least 60 minutes before the first match so the layout can be checked safely.
Print the participant list, match schedule and score sheets before the tournament. Bring a printer or spare printed copies, because schedule changes are difficult to manage once teams are on the field.
Provide one reusable cup and one plate per participant, plus a small reserve of 10% for visitors or replacements. Put waste bins beside the catering area and away from the playing zone.

Frequently asked questions

How many laser tag sets do I need for a tournament?: You need one blaster and one vest for every player in the largest match. Add enough spare batteries for at least 10% of the equipment, unless the rental provider confirms that fully charged replacements are included.
What should I buy for a laser tag tournament scoring system?: Prepare score sheets, scoreboards and at least one stopwatch per match official. Print the tournament schedule and participant list before the event, with spare copies for schedule changes.
How many cups and plates do I need for laser tag catering?: Plan one reusable cup and one plate per participant, then add 10% extra. For 40 players, that means at least 44 cups and 44 plates, before adding anything needed for staff or guests.
When should I arrange laser tag equipment and charging stations?: Confirm the blasters, vests and charging stations as soon as registration closes, preferably at least 1 week before the tournament. Test charging and battery capacity 1 day before the event, then charge everything before setup.

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