What to Buy for a Skate Competition

A skate competition needs more than skateboards and prizes. Plan for participant safety, judging, crowd control, shelter, power, refreshments, and a way to keep equipment moving around the park. This shopping list covers the practical supplies used at the event, including helmets and pads, tables, barriers, cones, score sheets, microphones, coolers, and serving equipment. Check quantities against your registered participants and volunteers before placing orders.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Party tentsqty 2
Foldable tablesqty 8
Folding chairsqty 40
Judges' table
Tableclothsqty 8

Sports equipment

Crowd control barriersqty 12
Marker conesqty 20
Floor marking tapeqty 4
Skateboards for demonstrationqty 3
Helmets for participantsqty 10
Knee padsqty 10
Elbow padsqty 10
Water weightsqty 8
Transport cart
Bib numbersqty 60
Wristbandsqty 100
Medalsqty 12
Cupsqty 3

Equipment

Portable speaker
Wireless microphone
Extension cordsqty 3
Power stripsqty 3
Stopwatchqty 3
Megaphone
Coolersqty 4
Clipboardsqty 6
Pensqty 30
Calculatorsqty 3
Power banksqty 3

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 120
Platesqty 100
Cutlery setsqty 100
Coffee cupsqty 60
Serving jugsqty 6

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving tongsqty 6
Coolersqty 2

Decorations

Competition bannersqty 3
Directional signsqty 8
Table décorqty 8

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Broom setsqty 3
Mop setsqty 2
Cleaning bucketsqty 3
Rubber glovesqty 6
First aid kit
Ice packsqty 12

Lighting

LED work lightsqty 4
String lightsqty 3

Catering

Groceries
- Still water - 10 bottles
- Sparkling water - 6 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Mints - 1 box
- Stirrers - 150 pieces
- Lemonade syrup - 3 bottles
- Ice cubes - 12 bags
- Mini pistolets - 120 pieces
- Whole wheat rolls - 60 pieces
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Back ham - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 12 tubs
- Herb cream cheese - 8 tubs
- Cucumber - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salsa sauce - 6 jars
- Apples - 8 kilos
- Bananas - 6 kilos
- Grapes - 5 kilos
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Muesli bars - 100 pieces
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Napkins - 400 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 6 packs
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Paper towels - 8 packs

Tips

Provide one helmet, one pair of knee pads, and one pair of elbow pads per participant who needs to borrow safety gear, plus at least 10% spare sizes. Do not leave sizing until event day.
Plan one judges’ table with enough chairs, score sheets, pens, a stopwatch, and a reliable power setup for the speaker or microphone. Pack extension cords and power strips before the final venue check.
For outdoor judging or registration, allow one party tent for every 2–3 tables and secure each tent with water weights. Add barriers and marker cones to separate competition lines from spectators.
Buy or prepare at least 1 reusable cup and 1 litre of drinking water per participant for a short event, then add extra cups and water for volunteers and judges. Keep chilled supplies in coolers until serving.
Prepare food service supplies at least one day ahead: plates, cutlery, coffee cups, serving jugs, cutting boards, bread knives, and serving tongs. Check dietary requirements before buying quantities.

Frequently asked questions

What safety gear do I need for a skate competition?: Plan one helmet, one pair of knee pads, and one pair of elbow pads for every participant who needs to borrow equipment. Add at least 10% extra gear so a damaged item or incorrect size does not stop a run.
How much water should I buy for a skate competition?: Allow at least 1 litre of drinking water per participant for a short competition, plus 1 litre per volunteer and judge. Add another 10–20% if the weather is warm or the event lasts more than three hours.
How many tables and chairs are needed for a skate competition?: Start with one judges’ table, one registration or information table, and one serving table. Provide one chair per judge, registration volunteer, and other seated worker, then add two spare chairs.
When should I buy or collect the event supplies?: Order prizes, medals, safety gear, tents, barriers, and technical equipment at least 2–3 weeks before the competition. Collect reusable items and complete the final quantity check 1–2 days before the event.

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