What to Buy for a Theme Park Outing

A theme park outing needs more than tickets and transport. Pack drinks, food, sun and rain protection, communication supplies, and a few practical items for keeping a group together all day. This shopping list is especially useful for school, youth, or community groups with assigned supervisors. Buy and prepare the supplies at least one day ahead, then chill drinks and charge equipment before departure.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 2
Folding chairsqty 6
Picnic blanketqty 6

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 50
Reusable platesqty 50
Reusable cutleryqty 50

Catering

Reusable water bottlesqty 50
Thermos bottlesqty 3
Coolersqty 5
Ice packsqty 20
Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 60 bottles
- Spa Rood - 20 bottles
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Fanta - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Sugar - 1 pack
- Stirrers - 100 pieces
- Croissants - 50 pieces
- Currant buns - 50 pieces
- Wholemeal bread - 6 loaves
- White rolls - 50 pieces
- Cheese - 2 kilograms
- Ham - 1.5 kilograms
- Chicken breast slices - 1,5 kilogram
- Hummus - 1 kilogram
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Margarine - 2 tubs
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Pretzels - 4 bags
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Apples - 50 pieces
- Bananas - 50 pieces
- Grapes - 6 kilograms
- Cucumber - 6 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 4 kilograms
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Hand sanitizer gel - 6 bottles
- Cleaning wipes - 4 packs
- Trash bags - 50 pieces
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Diet-free sandwiches - 10 pieces
- Gluten-free rolls - 10 pieces
- Vegan spread - 1 kilogram
- Nut-free muesli bars - 20 pieces

Equipment

Power banksqty 6
Charging cablesqty 8
Walkie-talkiesqty 6
Megaphone
Phone holdersqty 6

Communication

Name badgesqty 50
Lanyardsqty 50
Group flagsqty 6
Printed route mapsqty 50
Waterproof document sleevesqty 10

Safety

First aid kitqty 2
Reflective vestsqty 6
Rain ponchosqty 50
Sunscreenqty 6

Cleaning

Hand sanitizer holdersqty 6
Reusable cleaning clothsqty 12
Litter pickersqty 2
Collapsible trash binsqty 4

Tips

Plan around 1 reusable water bottle per participant and at least 2 drinks per person for the first few hours. Bring coolers and ice packs if the park allows outside drinks, and check the park rules before shopping for food.
Pack 1 name badge and lanyard for every participant, plus group flags or another visible identifier for each group. Prepare these packages the day before so registration does not become a bottleneck.
Bring 1 power bank and the correct charging cables for every 3 to 4 supervisors. Fully charge phones and walkie-talkies overnight; low batteries are easy to overlook when the group is already inside the park.
For outdoor waiting areas or a picnic stop, allow 1 picnic blanket per 6 to 8 people and pack reusable cups, plates, and cutlery for the group. Add collapsible trash bins and cleaning cloths so the meal stop can be cleared quickly.
Pack sunscreen, rain ponchos, and a first aid kit even when the forecast looks stable. Take at least 1 poncho per person if rain is likely, and keep medical and route documents in waterproof sleeves.

Frequently asked questions

What should I pack for a theme park outing?: Pack water bottles, food or groceries, sunscreen, rain protection, a first aid kit, power banks, charging cables, name badges, and group identification. For an organized group, also bring route maps, emergency contact information, and communication equipment.
How many drinks do I need for a theme park day?: Plan for 2 to 3 drinks per person during the first hour and keep water available throughout the day. A practical starting point is 1 reusable water bottle per person, with extra chilled drinks in coolers if the park permits them.
When should I prepare supplies for a theme park trip?: Prepare group packages, badges, route maps, and waterproof documents at least 1 day before departure. Chill drinks and charge phones, power banks, and walkie-talkies overnight, then check the bags again on the morning of the outing.
What safety items are needed for a group theme park outing?: Bring 1 first aid kit for the group, sunscreen, rain ponchos, and reflective vests where visibility is needed. Keep emergency contacts, the participant list, and route maps in waterproof document sleeves so supervisors can access them quickly.

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