What you need for a street market

A street market needs more than stalls and tables. You also need a clear way to label pitches, keep cables safe, provide power and lighting, and give exhibitors and visitors simple directions. Buy or collect the items below after you know the route, pitch layout and each supplier’s power needs. Check quantities against the number of stalls, volunteers and exhibitors, then leave time for deliveries and equipment checks before market day.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Market stallsqty 15
Party tentsqty 6
Tablesqty 12
Chairsqty 30
High tablesqty 6
Foldable tablesqty 4
Folding chairsqty 20
Stall shelvesqty 30
Stall weightsqty 30
Transport cartsqty 3

Decorations

Buntingqty 12
Dutch flagsqty 8
Balloon clustersqty 10
Directional signsqty 20
Program postersqty 25
Info boardsqty 6
Booth number cardsqty 15
Chalkboardsqty 8

Equipment

Coolersqty 6
Kettlesqty 3
Coffee machinesqty 3
Payment terminalsqty 2
Power banksqty 4
Power stripsqty 8
Extension cordsqty 10
Cable reelsqty 4
Handheld megaphone
Walkie-talkiesqty 6
Cash boxesqty 3
Calculatorsqty 3
Staplersqty 4
Paper cutters
Cable reelsqty 4

Lighting

LED lampsqty 12
String lightsqty 8
Battery lanternsqty 6
Spare batteriesqty 24

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 150
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 80
Cutlery setsqty 80
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving jugsqty 6

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Pliersqty 8
Serving spoonsqty 8
Thermos flasksqty 6
Ice cube traysqty 4
Serving traysqty 6

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 12
Waste binsqty 4
Broom setsqty 4
Litter pickersqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Bucketsqty 4
Cleaning cartsqty 2
Hand sanitizer pumpsqty 8

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea assortment - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Stirrers - 300 pieces
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 8 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Lemons - 2 kilos
- Ice cubes - 20 kilo
- Mineral water for coffee - 10 liters
- Sandwiches - 100 pieces
- Currant buns - 40 pieces
- Unsalted butter - 2 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Back ham - 1.5 kilos
- Chicken breast slices - 1.5 kilos
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 4 heads
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Snack mix - 6 bags
- Peanuts - 4 bags
- Raisins - 2 bags
- Cookie assortment - 8 packs
- Sirup waffles - 6 packs
- Muesli bars - 5 boxes
- Apples - 5 kilo
- Bananas - 4 kilos
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Baby carrots - 2 kilos
- Cherry tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 bottles
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Vinegar - 1 bottle
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper straws - 200 pieces
- Paper snack trays - 250 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Microfiber cloths - 12 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 packs
- Nitrile gloves - 4 boxes
- Bandages - 2 boxes
- Cash change - 300 euro
- Highlighters - 2 boxes
- Ballpoint pens - 2 boxes
- Notepads - 6 pieces
- Adhesive tape - 8 rolls
- Cable ties - 200 pieces
- Rope - 4 rolls

Tips

Plan one booth number card and one directional sign for each marked pitch or key turn. Print a few spare cards because late exhibitor changes are common.
Ask every exhibitor about power before buying cable reels, extension cords or power strips. Keep power equipment separate from walkways and bring power banks for phones and payment terminals.
For a coffee point, match the number of kettles, coffee machines and coolers to expected demand rather than buying them on the morning itself. Test each appliance and cable at least one day before the market.
Use stall weights for every party tent or market stall that could catch wind. Check the weather forecast the day before and keep lighting, bunting and flags packed so they can be secured quickly.
Prepare a small information point with info boards, chalkboards and the printed programme. Put the run sheet, volunteer contacts and exhibitor details there, rather than relying on one person’s phone.

Frequently asked questions

What should I buy for a street market?: Start with market stalls, tables, chairs or high tables, stall weights, signs and pitch number cards. Add power equipment, coolers, coffee equipment, lighting and information boards based on the confirmed layout and supplier requirements.
How many tables do I need for a street market?: Allow at least one table for each exhibitor who needs a display surface, then add tables for registration, information or refreshments. Confirm the final count after pitch locations are assigned, preferably at least one week before the market.
How much lighting is needed for a street market?: Plan at least one LED lamp for each area that must stay visible after dark, such as the information point, refreshment area and main route. Add string lights only after checking available power and cable lengths.
When should I buy supplies for a street market?: Order bulky items such as stalls, tents, tables and weights as soon as the date and route are confirmed. Buy consumables and check rented or borrowed equipment at least 3–7 days before the market, leaving time to replace missing items.

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