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Party Supplies for 30 Guests: Complete Shopping List
Party supplies for 30 guests: full shopping list with pack sizes, table and garland counts, and a $140-260 budget.
Party Supplies for 30 Guests: Complete Shopping List
Quick answer: For 30 guests buy 72–90 plates, 90–120 napkins, 60–72 cups, 45 cutlery sets and 4 tablecloths, plus a 10–12 foot garland. Budget $140–260 for tableware and decorations, or $4.70–8.70 per guest.
Key takeaways
- 72–90 plates, 90–120 napkins, 60–72 cups.
- 45 cutlery sets and 4 tablecloths.
- Budget $140–260, or $4.70–8.70 per guest.
- Use a 10–12 ft garland as the focal point.
How much tableware for 30 guests?
For 30 guests buy 72–90 plates, 90–120 napkins, 60–72 cups and 45 cutlery sets. Counts assume a full meal with dessert, a 20% buffer, and cups at one per guest per 1.5 hours of party time.
Shopping list for 30 guests
| Item | Quantity | Pack to buy |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner plates | 72–90 | 2× 50-count |
| Napkins | 90–120 | 1× 100-count + 1× 50-count |
| Cups | 60–72 | 2× 50-count |
| Cutlery sets | 45 | 2× 24-count |
| Tablecloths | 4 | 1 per 6–8 guests |
| Balloon garland | 1 (120–145 balloons) | 10–12 ft kit |
| Goody bags | 33 | 1 per guest + 10% |
How much does a 30-guest party cost?
Budget $140–260 for tableware and decorations, or $4.70–8.70 per guest. Tableware alone is $50–90, the balloon garland $35–55, and goody bags $60–100 if you include them.
How many tables for 30 guests?
Plan 4 tables of 8 for a seated meal, or 3 large tables for a buffet with standing. Allow one 6-foot or 8-foot table per 6–8 seated guests, plus 1–2 tables for food and cake.
Frequently asked questions
How many plates for 30 guests?
Buy 72–90 plates: 2–3 per person plus a 20% buffer. That is two 50-count packs, and buying them together with napkins and cups usually cuts the cost per item.
How many cups for 30 guests?
Buy 60–72 cups, based on 1 cup per guest per 1.5 hours with a minimum of 2 per person. For a 3-hour party that is 2–3 cups each, or two 50-count sleeves.
How much do party supplies cost for 30 guests?
Plan on $140–260 for tableware and decorations, or $4.70–8.70 per person. Bulk packs and a single large garland instead of several small decorations keep the total at the lower end.
Shop supplies: browse our party supplies and party tableware, or see our 50 guests guide.
