This thread might be helpful:
OP of that thread is my partner; we bring our toddler to events and between the three of us we go for the ‘Camping Cook’ level of self-catering for flexibility (small person wants to eat NOW and the post-battle queues at the caterers are enormous*, partner is stuck in Earl’s Council and I’m ravenous, etc.). We do have the advantage of a large tent with an awning where we can safely use a gas stove without being obtrusively OOC.
- This is something to bear in mind, and a big reason having at least a few snacks about is Big and Clever - the timings of people coming off the battlefield (whether they were playing or monstering) means there’s often very long queues for the caterers early afternoon/lunchtime, as people get back to camp, out of their armour, and head straight for food. Worth bearing in mind if you need to eat regularly/promptly. On the other hand, you can often beat the queues if you can manage on a big breakfast and then tiding over with snacks until mid-afternoon.