What to Buy for a Limousine Ride

A limousine ride needs more than drinks and a playlist. Plan compact snacks, spill-resistant serving items, ice, chargers, and anything needed at the pickup point or during stops. Your shopping list also needs to match the number of passengers and the length of the ride: allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then one to two for each additional hour. Check what the limousine company permits before buying alcohol, decorations, or food.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 2
Folding chairsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable drinking glassesqty 24
Champagne glassesqty 14
Platesqty 18
Cutlery setsqty 18
Serving bowlsqty 6
Serving boardsqty 3

Equipment

Coolersqty 3
Ice packsqty 12
Bluetooth speaker
Power banksqty 4
Charging cablesqty 6
Phone holder

Kitchen

Bottle openersqty 2
Corkscrewsqty 2
Scissorsqty 2
Cutting boardsqty 2
Chef's knifeqty 2
Serving tongsqty 4
Ice scoop
Measuring cupsqty 2
Lockable storage containersqty 8

Decorations

Balloonsqty 30
Balloon ribbonqty 2
Buntingqty 4
Tableclothsqty 2
Photo propsqty 12
Sticky tackqty 2
Gift bag

Lighting

Battery lampsqty 4
Spare batteriesqty 12

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 2
Hand brush and dustpan
Microfiber clothsqty 6
Dish spongesqty 4
Disinfectant wipesqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Champagne - 3 bottles
- Dry sparkling wine - 2 bottles
- White wine - 3 bottles
- Red wine - 2 bottles
- Beer - 24 bottles
- Cola - 3 bottles
- Cola Zero - 3 bottles
- Ginger ale - 2 bottles
- Tonic - 2 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 12 bottles
- Still mineral water - 12 bottles
- Apple juice - 2 cartons
- Orange juice - 2 cartons
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Limes - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 kilograms
- Coffee beans - 500 grams
- Tea - 40 bags
- Sugar - 500 grams
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Stir sticks - 50 pieces
- Mini ice lollies - 24 pieces
- Mixed nuts - 1 kilogram
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Tortilla chips - 3 bags
- Salsa - 3 jars
- Olives - 3 jars
- Pickles - 2 jars
- Grapes - 2 kilogram
- Strawberries - 1 kilogram
- Apples - 12 pieces
- Mini wraps - 36 pieces
- Hummus - 3 tubs
- Cream cheese - 2 tubs
- Herb cream cheese - 2 tubs
- Young cheese - 1 kilogram
- Boiled ham - 500 gram
- Smoked chicken breast - 500 grams
- Arugula - 4 bags
- Cucumbers - 4 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 kilogram
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Mustard - 1 jar
- Paper napkins - 100 pieces
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Garbage bags - 20 pieces
- Dish soap - 1 bottle
- Toilet paper - 8 rolls

Tips

Plan drinks by passenger and duration: allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then one to two per person for every additional hour. Buy extra water so each guest has at least one bottle for the ride.
Choose snacks that can be eaten without a plate or knife, such as bite-sized items. Pack roughly 150–200 grams of snacks per person for a two- to three-hour ride, and keep them in lockable containers.
Bring reusable drinking glasses, champagne glasses if needed, napkins, serving bowls, and serving tongs. Pack a bottle opener and corkscrew before leaving; these are easy to overlook when drinks are chilled in advance.
Charge phones and power banks the night before, and pack the correct charging cables. One power bank for every two to three passengers is a practical minimum for a longer ride or several planned stops.
Buy decorations only after confirming the limousine rules. Balloons, ribbon, bunting, and sticky tack can damage the interior or obstruct passengers, so keep them compact and prepare a gift bag for loose items after the ride.

Frequently asked questions

How much food do I need for a limousine ride?: For a two- to three-hour ride, plan about 150–200 grams of snacks per person. Add more if dinner is scheduled after the ride or if the route includes several stops.
How many drinks should I buy for a limousine ride?: Allow two to three drinks per person during the first hour, then one to two drinks per person for each additional hour. Include at least one bottle of water per guest and confirm the limousine company's alcohol policy first.
What should I pack for a limousine ride besides food and drinks?: Pack reusable glasses, plates, serving bowls, bottle openers, ice packs, chargers, power banks, and a small emergency kit. Bring one phone holder and enough charging cables for the phones guests are likely to use.
When should I buy and chill drinks for a limousine ride?: Buy non-perishable supplies several days ahead and purchase fresh food no more than 24 hours before departure. Chill drinks at least 6–8 hours beforehand, then fill the coolers just before pickup.

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