Wedding Anniversary Party Shopping List

Use this shopping list to gather everything for a wedding anniversary party, from dinner plates and champagne glasses to tablecloths, candles and a guest book. Buy or borrow tableware according to your final guest count, then add serving pieces for the buffet, cake and snacks. Check dietary requirements before confirming food quantities, and chill drinks several hours before guests arrive. The list also covers practical furniture and photo-display items that are easy to overlook until setup begins.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 7
Chairsqty 55
Buffet tablesqty 2
Gift table
Photo table
Stoolsqty 6
Clothing rack

Tableware

Dinner platesqty 60
Pastry platesqty 60
Soup bowlsqty 55
Water glassesqty 60
Wine glassesqty 60
Champagne glassesqty 60
Coffee cupsqty 60
Coffee spoonsqty 60
Dinner cutleryqty 60
Serving utensilsqty 12
Serving plattersqty 12
Small serving plattersqty 8
Cake knife

Decorations

Tableclothsqty 7
Napkinsqty 70
Balloonsqty 80
Balloon ribbonqty 2
Buntingqty 8
Table decorationsqty 7
Candlesqty 30
Candle holdersqty 15
Photo framesqty 12
Guest book
Pensqty 4
Name badgesqty 60
Table numbersqty 7
Photo backdrop
Gift card box

Equipment

Speakersqty 2
Microphone
Microphone stand
Laptop
Projector
Projection screen
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Chargersqty 3

Kitchen

Coffee makerqty 2
Kettleqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Serving tongsqty 8
Measuring cupsqty 2
Coolersqty 4
Ice bucketsqty 3
Bottle openersqty 3
Corkscrewsqty 3
Cake stand
Cake server
Frying pansqty 2
Roasting pansqty 2

Lighting

String lightsqty 4
Standing lampsqty 2

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Dustpan and brushqty 2
Mop headsqty 2
Bucketsqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Champagne - 10 bottles
- White wine - 8 bottles
- Red wine - 8 bottles
- Rosé - 4 bottles
- Alcohol-free beer - 12 bottles
- Pilsener - 48 bottles
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Bitter lemon - 4 bottles
- Ginger ale - 3 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 36 bottles
- Spa Rood - 12 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Mints - 1 box
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Fresh mint - 4 bunches
- Ice cubes - 12 bags
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Mini rolls - 80 pieces
- Butter - 4 packs
- Cream cheese - 8 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Brie - 1.5 kilos
- Boiled ham - 1.5 kilos
- Smoked chicken - 1,5 kilo
- Hummus - 8 tubs
- Pesto - 4 jars
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Arugula - 8 bags
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Strawberries - 3 kilos
- Apples - 3 kilos
- Melons - 3 pieces
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Mixed nuts - 5 bags
- Olives - 6 jars
- Sun-dried tomatoes - 4 jars
- Toast rounds - 8 packs
- Crackers - 6 packs
- Bitterballen - 200 pieces
- Mini spring rolls - 100 pieces
- Cheese soufflés - 80 pieces
- Satay sauce - 3 jars
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Mixed salad - 10 bags
- Cucumber salad - 4 tubs
- Pasta salad - 8 kilo
- Potato salad - 8 kilos
- Raw vegetables - 5 kilos
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Herb butter - 12 tubs
- Chicken skewers - 100 pieces
- Vegetable skewers - 80 pieces
- Meatballs - 120 pieces
- Vegetarian balls - 60 pieces
- Vegan burgers - 12 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 24 pieces
- Cheddar cheese - 24 slices
- Tomato sauce - 3 jars
- Rice - 4 kilos
- Pasta - 4 kilo
- Parmesan cheese - 1 kilo
- Basil - 6 bunches
- Garlic - 6 bulbs
- Onions - 3 kilos
- Bell peppers - 3 kilos
- Zucchinis - 2 kilos
- Mushrooms - 2 kilos
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 pack
- Black pepper - 1 jar
- Italian herbs - 2 jars
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Curry powder - 1 jar
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
- Salad Dressing - 4 Bottles
- Gluten-free sandwiches - 8 pieces
- Vegan cheese - 2 packs
- Gluten-free crackers - 2 packs
- Anniversary cake - 1 cake
- Whipped cream - 6 cans
- Bonbons - 3 boxes
- Mini Desserts - 60 pieces
- Napkin clips - 60 pcs
- Cocktail picks - 3 boxes
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Liquid hand soap - 4 bottles
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Cleaning spray - 3 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- Freezer bags - 2 boxes
- Food storage containers - 20 pieces

Tips

Plan one dinner plate, one pastry plate, one soup bowl and one set of dinner cutlery per guest, plus at least 10% extra for dropped or delayed items.
For drinks, provide one water glass and one wine glass per guest, then add champagne glasses for the toast. Chill the first round of drinks at least 4 hours before arrival.
Count serving utensils and platters separately from guest tableware: one serving utensil per dish and at least two extra small platters for snacks, cake or replacements.
Buy or borrow tablecloths and napkins after confirming the table layout. Keep 10% spare napkins, especially if the meal includes snacks, cake and drinks.
Set aside the guest book, photo frames, candles and candle holders before decorating. Put them with the gift table or photo table at least 1 day before the party so they are not forgotten during setup.

Frequently asked questions

How many plates and glasses do I need for a wedding anniversary party?: Start with one dinner plate, pastry plate, soup bowl and cutlery set per guest, then add 10% extra. Plan one water glass and one wine glass per guest; add champagne glasses for everyone taking part in the toast.
How much food and drink should I buy for an anniversary party?: Use the confirmed guest list and dietary requirements as your base. For drinks, allow two to three servings per person during the first hour, then about one serving per person per hour; buy the final quantities at least 2 days before the party.
What decorations do I need for a wedding anniversary party?: The core items are tablecloths, napkins, table decorations, candles, candle holders, balloons, balloon ribbon, bunting and photo frames. Prepare these in labelled boxes 1 day before setup, including the guest book and any items for the photo table.
When should I buy or prepare the party supplies?: Order non-perishable decorations, tableware and furniture at least 2 weeks ahead. Buy fresh food and chilled drinks 1 to 2 days before the party, and finish arranging the tables and photo or gift table on the day before.

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