What you need for a Minecraft camp

A Minecraft camp needs more than laptops and the game itself. You also need a reliable network setup, enough power and charging equipment, food service supplies, and a few items that keep registration and supervision orderly. Use the 43-item plan as your purchasing checklist, then match quantities to the number of participants and supervisors. Check accounts, cables and connection points before camp day rather than discovering shortages when players are ready to start.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 36
Registration desk
Waste binsqty 4

Equipment

Laptopsqty 18
Computer miceqty 18
Headphonesqty 18
Extra Monitorsqty 6
Roadblocksqty 2
Network Switchesqty 2
Projector
Projector screen
Extension cordsqty 12
Power stripsqty 12
HDMI cablesqty 8
Ethernet cablesqty 24
Charging cablesqty 12
Power banksqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 40
Platesqty 40
Cutlery setsqty 40
Serving spoonsqty 6

Kitchen

Coolersqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef’s knives and bread knivesqty 4
Serving plattersqty 8
Serving traysqty 4

Decorations

Minecraft Postersqty 12
Green tableclothsqty 10
Balloonsqty 40
Buntingqty 8
Name badgesqty 40
Wristbandsqty 40
Certificatesqty 40
Prizesqty 12

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 6
Battery lampsqty 4

Cleaning

Reusable cleaning clothsqty 12
Bucketsqty 3
Floor squeegeesqty 2
Dustpan and brushqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Pistolets - 40 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 5 loaves
- Wraps - 40 pieces
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Back ham - 1,5 kilogram
- Chicken breast slices - 1,5 kilogram
- Hummus - 1 kilogram
- Chocolate spread - 2 jars
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Butter - 4 packs
- Iceberg lettuce - 4 heads
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 2 kilograms
- Chicken breast - 3 kilograms
- Vegetarian pieces - 2 kilograms
- Rice - 3 kilograms
- Pasta - 2 kilograms
- Tomato sauce - 8 jars
- Coconut milk - 6 cans
- Vegetable stock - 2 boxes
- Onions - 2 kilograms
- Garlic - 4 bulbs
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Black pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Curry powder - 1 jar
- Italian herbs - 1 jar
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilograms
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Popcorn - 4 bags
- Muesli bars - 40 pieces
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Multivitamin juice - 4 packs
- Spa Blue - 48 bottles
- Sparkling water - 12 bottles
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Ice cubes - 6 bags
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Paper napkins - 6 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls

Tips

Plan one laptop, mouse and pair of headphones per player, plus spare equipment if available. Test every device with the selected Minecraft version before the camp, and check that accounts can sign in.
Count power strips, extension cords, charging cables and Ethernet cables by table layout, not just by device count. Add enough length to avoid daisy-chaining power strips or running cables across walkways.
Prepare the network equipment before arrival: network switches, Ethernet cables and roadblocks should support the planned setup and keep cable routes away from feet. Test the complete network with all computers connected.
Buy or prepare reusable cups, plates and cutlery for every participant and supervisor, then add a small buffer for loss or extra servings. Keep chilled food in coolers and use thermos flasks for drinks that must stay hot.
Do not leave the practical extras until the last day. Arrange the projector, screen, HDMI cables, registration desk, waste bins, tablecloths and Minecraft posters at least one day before the event so missing items can still be replaced.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a Minecraft camp?: Plan for one laptop, computer mouse and headphones per participant, along with network switches, Ethernet cables and suitable power access. A projector and screen are useful for instructions, rules and competition results. Test the full setup before camp day.
How many laptops do I need for a Minecraft camp?: You need one working laptop per player using a computer at the same time. Reserve a few spare devices if possible, especially for a full-day camp, and check every laptop and Minecraft account at least 24 hours beforehand.
What food and serving supplies should I buy for a Minecraft camp?: Prepare reusable cups, plates and cutlery for each participant and supervisor, plus serving spoons, platters and trays for the planned catering. Buy chilled-food storage such as coolers and arrange refrigeration before food delivery or shopping.
How early should I buy supplies for a Minecraft camp?: Buy non-perishable equipment, cables, tableware and decorations at least one week ahead. Get fresh food as close to the camp as practical, while keeping it chilled, and finish the equipment and network check no later than the day before.

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