CUSTOM LANYARDS

Custom Lanyards for Events & Credentials

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Custom lanyards for events—comfy, branded, and operationally smart. Breakaway safety, unlimited colors, and quick proofs keep your lanyards event-ready. No event is complete without custom lanyards to tie everything together! Whether you’re organizing a corporate conference, music festival, or trade show, our customized lanyards provide the perfect finishing touch while offering practical functionality for attendees, staff, and security personnel.

At-a-Glance

  • MOQ 100–250+
  • Lead time 5–10 biz days (rush)
  • Proof in 24h
  • Color PMS match
  • Safety breakaway
  • Ops Role-kitting & split-ship
Custom Lanyards for All Types of Events

We produce custom printed lanyards for badges, IDs, and keys in dye-sub polyester (full color), woven, nylon/satin, and eco RPET—available in1/2″–1″ widths with your logos, messages, or sponsor art. Popular attachments include bulldog clips, lobster claws, split rings/key rings, detachable buckles, and safety breakaway.


Lanyard Materials & Print (Choose What Fits Your Event)

Full-color dye-sub, woven, nylon/satin, screen-printed, and eco RPET—each with clear use cases, common widths, and attachment guidance. If you’re unsure, upload your artwork and we’ll spec the right material, width, and attachment for you.

Most Popular

Full-Color Dye-Sub Lanyards

Edge-to-edge printing with unlimited color, gradients, photos, and fine text; soft hand feel with excellent readability.

Best for: Conferences & trade shows, concerts & festivals, sponsor-forward programs, brand activations.

Common widths: ½″, ¾", 1".

Why choose it: Maximum branding flexibility; ideal for message-printed lanyards and detailed logos.

Pairs well with: Clear badge holders, lobster claw or bulldog clip, safety breakaway.

Durable, Classic

Woven Lanyards (Durable, Classic)

Logos and text are woven into the band for a bold, anti-fray look built for daily wear.

Best for: Stadium operations, teams/schools, staff IDs and custom badge lanyards.

Common widths: ½″, ¾".

Why choose it: Rugged, high-contrast identification; great for role color-coding.

Pairs well with: Bulldog clip, heavy-duty pouch, safety breakaway.

Solid-Color Prints

Screen-Printed Lanyards (1–2 Color Economy)

Cost-effective solid-color prints on polyester or nylon with bold logos and text.

Best for: Volunteer crews, awareness campaigns, budget-sensitive programs.

Common widths: ½″, ¾", 1".

Why choose it: Simple artwork, brand-color inks, quick setup.

Pairs well with: J-hook or split ring for custom key lanyards; add breakaway for schools/arenas.

Sustainable

Eco RPET Lanyards

Recycled-fiber lanyards with full-color capability.

Best for: Sustainability/ESG policies, eco-minded sponsors and venues.

Common widths: ½″, ¾".

Why choose it: Lower-impact material with premium print results.

Pairs well with: Bulldog/lobster clips, clear pouches; optional eco packaging.

Pit-Safe

Motorsport Lanyards (Breakaway)

Pit-ready lanyards with standard safety breakaway and rugged builds (woven, nylon/satin, or full-color dye-sub).

Best for: Pit crew, engineers, marshals/officials, media, VIP/hospitality.

Common widths: ½″, ¾".

Why choose it: Breakaway safety + season-long durability; clear role/zone colorways; sponsor-forward branding.

Pairs well with: Heavy-duty badge pouches, bulldog/lobster for badges, split ring or detachable buckle for radios/keys.

Premium Finish

Nylon / Satin Lanyards (Premium Finish)

Smooth, slightly glossy surface with crisp imprint—elevated look and feel.

Best for: VIP/hospitality programs, executive events, brand showcases.

Common widths: ½″, ¾", 1".

Why choose it: Premium presence without sacrificing durability.

Pairs well with: Lobster claw, detachable buckle for scanners/keys, VIP badge holders.

Not sure what to pick? Contact us, share your logo, in-hands date, and how the lanyards will be used—our team will recommend the material, width, attachment, and pouch that fit your event and timeline

Attachments & Safety (For Badges, IDs & Keys)

  • Bulldog Clip / Lobster Claw

    Most universal for badge pouches and passes.

  • Split Ring / Key Ring

    Ideal for custom key lanyards, fobs, and scanners.

  • Detachable Buckle

    Quick release for keys or access cards without removing the lanyard.

  • Safety Breakaway

    Required or recommended for schools, arenas, and motorsport pits; prevents snags.

Quick rule of thumb: Badges → Bulldog/Lobster Keys/Devices → Split Ring + Detachable Buckle High-risk areas → Add Breakaway

Built for Your Event - Shop By Use

What works for festivals may not be the best option for your venue. Explore by event to land on the perfect lanyards for you and your attendees.

Event-Ready Bundles

Pre-spec’d sets that pair the right lanyard, holder, and hardware for common event use cases—ready to quote as a single line item.

Staff/VIP Bundle

Full-color lanyard Clear badge holder Role colorway Optional breakaway

Great for credentialed backstage/press areas.

Conference Bundle

Dye-sub lanyard Badge reel Variable-data badge

Smooth check-ins and sponsor placement.

Pit Crew Bundle

Woven/Nylon lanyard Breakaway Bulldog clip Heavy pouch

Built for high-risk, high-movement environments.

Budget Day-Pass Bundle

Narrow dye-sub J-hook Economy holder

Perfect for single-day events and volunteer crews.

Design Your Lanyards (Proof in under 24h)

File Setup & Templates

Download AI/PDF templates in 1/2", ¾", and 1". Vector logos preferred; PNG/JPG accepted.

Branding Tips

  • Key text ≥ 7–8 pt with strong contrast.
  • Awareness / sponsor messages: short & repeatable.
  • We PMS-match on the proof.

Photos, Gradients & “Design Your Own”

Choose full-color dye-sub for photos/gradients; choose woven for bold, durable art.

Upload Artwork  →  Start My Proof

Specs & Options

Lanyard materials compared by widths, print/finish, safety options, attachments, and add-ons.
Material Widths Print / Finish Safety Options Attachments (popular) Add-Ons
Dye-Sub
1/2″¾″1″
Full-color, photos, gradients, fine text Breakaway, buckle Bulldog, Lobster, Split Ring Badge holders, reels, QR cards
Woven
1/2″
Stitched logos & text, bold color blocks Breakaway, buckle Bulldog, Lobster Heavy pouches, role colorways
Screen-Printed
1/2″¾″1″
Solid-color; bold logos & text Breakaway, buckle J-hook, Split Ring (add breakaway for schools/arenas) Budget-friendly programs
Eco RPET
1/2″¾″1″
Full-color on recycled fiber Breakaway, buckle Bulldog, Lobster Eco packaging, sponsor tags

Have a unique holder or device? Tell us the make/model—we’ll spec the clip/hook that fits.

Why Choose Custom Lanyards for Your Event?

Every detail matters when creating a seamless event experience. Custom-made lanyards offer multiple benefits that enhance both the practical and aesthetic aspects of your event.

Custom lanyards instantly elevate your event’s appearance by creating visual consistency throughout the venue. They complement event branding and help establish a professional atmosphere.

Lanyards are walking advertisements for your event or organization, increasing brand recognition with every interaction. Worn around the neck, they provide constant visibility for your logo, colors, and messaging.

Event lanyards make it easy to see who’s who at your event with just a quick glance. Different colors or designations help your security team instantly figure out which guests can access VIP areas, backstage, or staff-only zones.

Your event partners will love seeing their logos hanging around everyone’s necks, and you can even sell lanyard space to help cover the cost of the event.

How Our Lanyards Stand Out

We have an unwavering commitment to quality and attention to detail in every customized lanyard we make. 

  • Rear-resistant blends ensure longevity
  • Smooth, comfortable fabrics prevent neck irritation during extended wear
  • Colorfast dyes maintain vibrancy throughout your event and beyond
  • Multiple width options
  • Standard J-hook attachments for secure badge display
  • Bulldog clips for versatile connections
  • Breakaway safety clasps that release under pressure
  • Retractable badge reels for staff requiring frequent ID scanning
  • Edge-to-edge full-color printing for maximum visual impact
  • Custom woven designs for a textured, premium feel
  • Water-resistant coating available for outdoor festivals

Arnett Credentials: Trusted by Event Professionals Since 2003

For over two decades, we’ve been the go-to provider of event lanyards for festivals, corporate events, conventions, and more across the country. 

20 Years
of Expertise

Quality Assurance
You Can Count On

Fast Turnaround
& Reliable Service

Tailored Solutions
for Every Event

Design Your Custom Lanyards Today

Creating your perfect event lanyards has never been easier. Our user-friendly design templates streamline the process, allowing you to visualize your custom lanyards before production begins. 

Don’t have design experience? No problem! Our in-house design team can turn your ideas into beautiful custom lanyards with just a few simple inputs from you. 

Contact us today to discuss your needs and get a free quote.

Custom Lanyard FAQs

Custom lanyards have multiple purposes at events, including holding ID badges, providing access control, promoting brands/sponsors, differentiating between attendee types, and serving as event souvenirs.

Yes! We offer double-sided printing options for most of our lanyard styles, so your brand can be visible from any angle.

Our minimum order size for customized lanyard production is typically 100 units, though this may vary based on the style and customization options you choose.

For dye-sublimated lanyards, we offer unlimited color options with full-color printing capabilities. Screen-printed lanyards can typically accommodate one or two colors, while woven lanyards can incorporate up to 8 different thread colors.

Our standard lanyard widths include 1”, ½,” and ¾”. Each of these sizes provides ample space for designs while remaining comfortable to wear all day.