Event brief
Quantity, date, destination and medal purpose.
For 5K, 10K, marathon, trail and charity events
Custom Race Medals for Events, Clubs & Race Organizers
Order custom race and finisher medals with ribbons from our Dongguan factory for running clubs and events worldwide, with MOQ from 100 pieces. Share participant quantities, delivery country, required arrival date and your design so we can review artwork, production and packing together.
Quick answerMOQ starts from 100 pieces. Pricing and production timing are confirmed after quantity, size, process, artwork, packaging and delivery details are reviewed.
Medal + ribbon + packing
Build your race medal set
Custom medal + ribbon + individual protection. Specify quantities by distance, finisher or podium category, spare medals and the required arrival date. Printed sponsor ribbons and grouped carton labels are quoted as selected options.
Get My Race Medal QuoteCheck your budget and deadline
Standard 60 mm soft enamel at 500 pieces: indicative US$1.70–2.30 each with a plain ribbon and polybag. Tooling, sampling, freight and taxes are extra; the selected package may use a different specification.
Eligible standard orders can be reviewed for a 10–15 business-day production target after approvals and deposit, subject to capacity. Sampling and delivery are separate.
Factory evidence
Factory support for a fixed event date
Work directly with our Dongguan team on readable medal artwork, suitable processes, ribbon details and the approval steps that affect the schedule. Review the production line and agree quality checks for your order.
22+ yearsOEM manufacturing experience
MOQ 100Small event quantities welcome
BSCIAudited factory
ISO 9001Certified quality system
Real product directions
Choose a visual starting point for your race
These are examples of shape, relief, enamel, cut-out and ribbon directions. Your logo, distance, sponsor marks and event identity can be reviewed as a custom specification.
Running & Marathon MedalsMultiple shapes, finishes and ribbon styles
Finisher Medal SeriesUseful when several distances share one event identity
Sports Event MedalsColor, relief and themed shapes for active events
Cycling Event MedalsWheel, bike and route-inspired custom outlines
Custom-Shaped MedalsDistinctive silhouettes for a recognizable event theme
Cut-Out & 3D MedalsOpen areas and dimensional relief for visual impact
Multi-Sport Medal SetsCoordinate different events under one visual system
Themed Event MedalsSeasonal, charity and commemorative directions
Custom race medal manufacturing · Dongguan, China
What should a race organizer send to a custom medal manufacturer?
For a 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon or charity run, the most useful quote is based on the number of distinct medal designs—not only the overall participant count. We review custom running medals, ribbons and export packing together for event buyers worldwide.
| Race medal requirement | Production brief to prepare | Why it matters for cost and delivery |
|---|---|---|
| One finisher medal for all distances | One artwork, total quantity, ribbon and any separate distance labels | One common design may use one mold; ask whether ribbon or packaging changes are separately priced. |
| Different 5K, 10K or marathon medals | Artwork and quantity for each design, including sponsor text | Separate medal designs may need separate molds, proof approvals and production planning. |
| Finisher medals plus podium awards | Finisher quantity and gold, silver or bronze award breakdown | Confirm whether the award shape is shared or whether each category needs distinct tooling. |
| Repeat race or annual event | Last approved artwork, new date, required changes and planned quantity | Ask whether existing tooling can be reused or needs modification before comparing a reorder price. |
Fast sourcing answer: Our stated starting MOQ is 100 pieces for an eligible design. A published reference for a standard 60 mm × 3 mm one-sided 2D soft-enamel medal at 500 pieces is US$1.70–2.30 per piece with a plain 25 mm ribbon and polybag. Tooling, physical samples, freight, import duties and taxes are not included. A different shape, printed ribbon or separate design requires an individual quotation.
To compare factory-direct supply with a local provider, ask both for the same size, relief, finish, ribbon, quantity per design and delivery destination. A lower unit price is not a guaranteed lower landed cost. Read the 500-race-medal budget guide, first-order mold fee guide and overseas event deadline guide. These are sourcing guides, not fictional customer case studies.
Quantity planning
Build the order from the participant plan
These examples help organize the brief; they are not fixed packages or prices.
100Community race, club trial or school competition.
250Local running event with a controlled registration cap.
300Charity run, youth event or short race series.
500+Larger event with finisher, volunteer and replacement needs.
Fast event enquiry
Send the five details needed to start
This short brief opens a prepared WhatsApp message. Attach your event logo, medal sketch or reference image after WhatsApp opens.
- Registration or estimated quantity
- Required in-hand date, not only event date
- Delivery country and postal code
- Event logo, distance and sponsor marks
- Ribbon and participant packing instructions
- Separate award groups, if required
Include the quantity for each design and distance. We can review a first event order or a larger series; sample, production and shipping timing are confirmed for the specification.
Approval checkpoints
Keep the event schedule tied to clear decisions
Actual timing is confirmed after the specification and artwork are reviewed. These checkpoints show where organizer approval is needed.
Artwork review
Logo, distance, sponsor marks and readable details.
Digital proof
Confirm dimensions, relief, colors, plating and ribbon.
Production
Proceed only after the approved specification is clear.
Inspection
Review finish, assembly, count and packing requirements.
Shipment
Confirm delivery details against the required in-hand date.
Common buyer questions
Questions organizers ask before artwork approval
Should the event date appear on the medal?
A date makes the medal specific to one edition but makes unused stock harder to reuse. An undated medal with a dated ribbon or backing card can provide more flexibility.
How many spare race medals should I order?
Use registration history, late-entry policy, volunteers, sponsors, award groups and replacement needs to calculate a buffer. There is no single correct percentage for every event.
What information is needed for a custom race medal quote?
Start with estimated quantity, size direction, event artwork, required in-hand date and delivery destination. Add preferred finish, ribbon and packaging if already decided.
What affects medal weight and shipping cost?
Diameter, outline, thickness, cut-outs, relief, base metal, ribbon and packaging all affect the shipment. Confirm the intended feel together with the delivery plan.
Can ribbons include event and sponsor logos?
Custom ribbon directions can be reviewed. Width, colors, artwork repetition, printing method, attachment and length must suit the medal and branding requirements.
When should an organizer request a quotation?
Request a review as soon as the estimated quantity, artwork direction, destination and required in-hand date are known. The production and shipping plan can only be confirmed after these details are checked.
Event planning resources
Plan the budget and finish-line handover
Use these practical checklists to prepare a clearer medal order.
Charity events
Charity Run Medal Budgets
Plan custom medals for charity runs with a clear budget, realistic quantities, sponsor artwork, ribbon choices and an agreed delivery schedule.
Read the guide →Race operations
Race Medal Packing & Handover
Choose race medal packaging for safe transport and organized finish-line distribution. Plan ribbon assembly, batch labels, inspections and spare stock.
Read the guide →Planning a Race or Participant Event?
Send the estimated quantity, required in-hand date, delivery destination and artwork. We will review the specification before confirming price or timing.