What to buy for a League of Legends tournament

A League of Legends tournament needs more than gaming PCs and monitors. You also need enough network, power, audio, tableware, and backup equipment to keep matches running when a cable or mouse fails. Use the participant limit and match schedule to calculate quantities before shopping. This list covers the practical supplies for player stations, registration, spectators, food and drinks, and tournament operations.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 45
Registration desk
Waste binsqty 6

Equipment

Gaming computersqty 16
Gaming monitorsqty 16
Keyboardsqty 16
Gaming miceqty 16
Gaming headsetsqty 16
Mouse padsqty 16
Emergency headsetsqty 4
Network Switchesqty 3
Roadblocks
Projector
Projection screen
Speakersqty 2
Microphonesqty 2
Power stripsqty 12
Extension cordsqty 12
Ethernet cablesqty 24
Cable tiesqty 2
Label printer
Spare computer miceqty 4
USB sticksqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 60
Platesqty 50
Cutlery setsqty 50
Coffee cupsqty 30
Serving plattersqty 8
Serving jugsqty 4

Catering

Coolersqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Serving traysqty 4
Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea bags - 100 pieces
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Mints - 1 box
- Semi-skimmed milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 8 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Iced tea - 6 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 10 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 liter
- Orange juice - 4 liters
- Energy drink - 48 cans
- Lemons - 6 pieces
- Ice cubes - 6 kilos
- Mini rolls - 60 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 4 loaves
- Wraps - 40 pieces
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Back ham - 1.5 kilos
- Chicken breast slices - 1.5 kilos
- Hummus - 1 kilo
- Cream cheese - 1 kilo
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 4 heads
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Snack mix - 4 bags
- Popcorn - 4 bags
- Muesli bars - 48 pieces
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Brownies - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Yogurt - 24 cups
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 1 bottle
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper straws - 100 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 1 roll
- Cling film - 1 roll
- Parchment paper - 1 roll
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dishwasher tablets - 30 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Hand soap - 3 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
- Bandages - 2 boxes
- Balloons - 50 pieces
- Painter's tape - 4 rolls
- Permanent markers - 2 sets
- Printer paper - 1 pack
- Name badges - 60 pieces
- Wristbands - 60 pieces
- Coffee stirrers - 100 pieces

Decorations

Tournament bannersqty 2
Round table numbersqty 16
Directional signsqty 8
Prize tablecloth
Stream backdrop

Cleaning

Vacuum cleaner
Broomqty 2
Mopqty 2
Bucketsqty 2
Cleaning glovesqty 4

Tips

Bring one complete backup input setup for every 10 player stations: spare mice, an emergency headset, and the tools needed to replace them quickly between matches.
Count one power strip and one Ethernet cable per gaming station, then add at least 10% extra cables and extension cords for the registration desk, projector, speakers, and staff equipment.
Plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour and one additional drink per person for each following hour. Reusable cups, serving jugs, and waste bins should be available before players arrive.
Prepare tableware for the full participant limit plus 10% extra. Plates, cutlery sets, coffee cups, and serving platters are easy to forget when the focus is on computer equipment.
Keep prizes, USB sticks, labels, and tournament materials at the registration desk rather than in the gaming area. Pack them at least one day before the event so missing items can still be replaced.

Frequently asked questions

How many Ethernet cables do I need for a League of Legends tournament?: Plan one Ethernet cable for every gaming computer, plus connections for the network switches and any staff or broadcast equipment. Buy at least 10% extra, so a 40-player setup needs about 44 player cables before switch connections.
How much food and drink should I buy for a LoL tournament?: For drinks, allow two to three per person during the first hour and one per person for each additional hour. Buy food and tableware for the full participant limit, plus 10% extra for staff, spectators, and spills.
What backup equipment is needed for a gaming tournament?: Keep at least one spare computer mouse and one emergency headset for every 10 player stations, with extra USB sticks and cables available. Test all backup equipment before opening the venue rather than waiting for the first failure.
When should I buy supplies for a League of Legends tournament?: Finish the main shopping at least one day before the tournament. Check the list again after the participant list closes, then bring a small reserve of drinks, tableware, cables, and replacement peripherals on the event day.

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