Event Badges Printing
Event badges printing in standard and custom sizes, shapes and finishes on paper or plastic, with pre-drilled holes, lanyards and same-day shipping.
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Event Badges at a glance
- Two badges in one category: Event Badges and Plastic Event Badges, each on 30pt Gloss Laminated card or 18pt PVC Vinyl, in six sizes from 2 by 3 to 4 by 6 inches.
- Order 25 badges for $49.88 for a workshop or up to 5,000 for $2,019.75 for an expo, all held to the same quality standard.
- In 4OVER4's own order data, 99.8% of orders ship on time and 82% ship early. Rush and expedited production are available when your event date is close.
- Print one or both sides, round the corners at a 1/4 or 3/8 inch radius, add a 5/16 inch drilled hole or a lanyard slot, turn on per-badge names or numbers, and add 38 inch hook or breakaway lanyards in black, red or blue.
- Eco-conscious stock options support green events, and every order earns Loyalty Program points toward your next print run.
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How Event Badge Printing Works, From File to Finished Badge
You pick the badge first: Event Badges or Plastic Event Badges, each on 30pt Gloss Laminated card or 18pt PVC Vinyl, in 2 by 3, 2 by 3.5, 3 by 4, 3 by 5, 4 by 5 or 4 by 6 inches. Then you choose full color on the front only or on both sides, a 5/16 inch drilled hole or a lanyard slot, and square or rounded corners at a 1/4 or 3/8 inch radius.
Next comes the file. Upload a print-ready PDF at your badge size, or build one in the online designer, and switch on personalization if every badge needs its own name, title or number. Approve the free online proof, and the run prints anywhere from 25 badges for $49.88 to 5,000 for $2,019.75, with 38 inch hook or breakaway lanyards packed in if you add them.
Name Tags, VIP Passes and Staff IDs
A badge has one job at the door: show a name, a role and an access level in a two second glance. At 4OVER4.COM, Event Badges Printing covers custom name tags, VIP passes, speaker credentials, and staff IDs in crisp, full-color output that stays sharp from the registration table to the closing session. Before you lay out the names, read printed name tags explained, from insert size to attachment, see how to design custom name tags for a corporate crowd, and browse a full set of custom event credentials.
This category holds two ways to badge an event: paper Event Badges and Plastic Event Badges. Both print in vivid color on durable stock, so nothing curls, smudges, or falls apart halfway through a long day.
Laminated Card or PVC Vinyl
Event Badges print on thick, laminated card that feels like a real credential in the hand, not a flimsy slip of paper. Plastic Event Badges step up to PVC vinyl for events where badges get worn, clipped, and handled for days at a stretch. Pick the one that matches how long your attendees will keep it around their neck, and watch the custom plastic badges come off the press before you order.
Both options carry your logo, colors, and typography edge to edge, so a badge reads as part of your brand the moment someone picks it up.
Who Orders Badges Here
Conference organizers, HR teams, trade show exhibitors, nonprofit fundraiser coordinators, and university event planners all order here. Corporate retreats, galas, product launches, and networking mixers use them too. A 3 by 4 inch badge sits at chest level where people read it during every handshake, and a 4 by 6 inch badge leaves room for a photo or a sponsor strip.
Holes, Corners, Lanyards and Names
Badges can print on one side or both, so the front carries a name and title while the back holds a schedule, a venue map, or sponsor logos. Add a 5/16 inch drilled hole or a lanyard slot, round the corners, and clip on a matching 38 inch hook or breakaway lanyard in black, red, or blue. Need names, numbers, or seat assignments printed per badge? Variable personalization handles that in a single run.
Color-coded backgrounds make crowd flow simple. Green for general admission, blue for speakers, red for VIP, and your team reads the room without checking a list.
From a 25 Badge Workshop to a 5,000 Badge Expo
A 50-person workshop and a 5,000-attendee expo get the same attention to quality. 4OVER4.COM prints small and large runs alike, with rush and expedited production when your event date is close. Every order includes a free digital proof, so you catch typos and color issues before anything goes to press.
Planning a low-waste event? Eco-conscious stock options let your badges match your sustainability goals, and every order earns points through the Loyalty Program toward your next print run.
Wally helps you pick the right Event Badges
Paper or plastic, single or double-sided, Wally lines the options up.
Wally sets the popular Event Badges options next to each other, from lightweight paper name tags to durable PVC credentials, so you can match the badge to your event's length and budget. Compare finishes, lanyard styles, and personalization at a glance, then order the one that fits. No guesswork at the registration table.
Custom Event Badges Printing pricing at a glance
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Event Badges FAQ
What sizes do event badges come in?
Badges are offered in multiple sizes to fit standard lanyards, clip-on holders, and pin attachments, with common formats like 3.5" x 2.25" and 4" x 3". Check the product page for the full list of dimensions available for your chosen badge.
What materials and stocks can I choose from?
Both badges come on two stocks: 30pt Gloss Laminated card, which feels stiff like a credential, or 18pt PVC Vinyl, a plastic that runs 30% thinner and shrugs off a multi-day show. 4OVER4.COM carries 60+ paper types across its whole catalog, so the rest of your event materials can match the badges.
How fast can I get event badges printed?
4OVER4.COM ships 99.8% of orders on time and 82% early. Turnaround depends on quantity and finishing, and rush or expedited production is available for tight deadlines. Select your event date at checkout to see delivery estimates.
What finishing and add-on options are available?
You can print one side or both, round the corners, and add a drilled hole or a lanyard slot. Matching hook or breakaway lanyards come in black, red, or blue, and variable personalization prints names, numbers, or seat assignments per badge.
Is there a minimum order for event badges?
Minimum quantities vary by product configuration. Both small runs for intimate gatherings and bulk orders for large conferences are supported. Visit the product page to see the minimum for your chosen size and stock.
How much do badge makers cost?
You can skip the machine: 25 printed Event Badges start at $49.88, 100 cost $101.04, 500 cost $305.53 and 5,000 cost $2,019.75. The price per badge drops from about $2.00 to about $0.40 as the run grows, and it covers full color, the 30pt laminated or 18pt PVC stock, and any of the six sizes from 2 by 3 to 4 by 6 inches.
How can I create my own badge?
Start from a free template in the online designer or upload your own artwork, then pick a size from 2 by 3 to 4 by 6 inches, a stock and one or two printed sides. Turn on personalization to print a different name or number on each badge, add a 5/16 inch hole or lanyard slot, and approve the proof before 25 or more badges print.
Do I get a proof, and what artwork files do you accept?
Yes. Pick the free online proof and you check every name, title and color before the badges go to press, or pick a next day hardcopy proof to hold a printed sample first. Build the file at the badge size you ordered, such as 3 by 4 inches, keep text clear of the drilled hole or lanyard slot, and send a PDF in CMYK at 300 DPI with bleed. AI, PSD and EPS files work too.
