Event Pass Printing
Our event pass printing service has been trusted by event organisers across the UK since 1992, and the majority of our work comes from repeat customers. That says everything about our quality, service, and prices.
From corporate conventions to music festivals, professionally printed plastic event passes do more than grant access — they define roles, set the tone, and leave a lasting impression long after the event ends.
We can supply lanyards too!
Event passes are typically colour-coded by access level (general admission, VIP, backstage, crew) so stewards can identify entitlement at a glance without checking a list. Many organisers print the event date and a sequential number on each pass to prevent duplication, and some add a barcode or QR code for scan-in entry at gates. Lanyard-compatible punched holes are a common addition for multi-day festivals and conferences.
About our Event Passes
Example Event Pass Prices 680 microns thick, 70 x 100mm
| Quantity | Price from |
|---|---|
| 25 | £119.00 |
| 50 | £123.00 |
| 100 | £144.00 |
| 200 | £186.00 | 250 | £206.00 |
| 500Popular | £269.00 |
| 1000 | £435.00 |
Prices include free UK delivery & are based on one artwork file. VAT & optional extras not included.
Need a different quantity? Contact us for a quote.
Event Pass Printing — Made in England
All our event pass printing is carried out in England on solid plastic, in vibrant full-colour (CMYK) on both sides, with your choice of high gloss or premium matt finish, built to last long after the event ends.
We've printed passes for:
Music Festivals · Concerts · Sporting Events · Trade Shows · Film Festivals · Theatre Performances · Conferences · VIP Experiences · Theme Parks · Museum Exhibitions · Culinary Festivals · Comedy Shows · Charity Galas · Workshops · Art Fairs · Gaming Tournaments · Book Signings · Guided Tours · Live TV Shows · Educational Seminars · and much more.
Artwork? We've got you covered.
Our design service can create your artwork from scratch, or if you're supplying your own artwork, we'll check it for technical issues and fix anything that could affect print quality, so your passes come out perfectly, every time.
Get your Quotation Now!
Request a personalised quotation from our friendly and knowledgeable sales team, tailored specifically to your project’s needs.
Simply send us the details of what you’re looking for & we’ll get to work right away.
We aim to email your custom quote within 10 minutes during our working hours:
Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, so you can make informed decisions quickly and keep your project moving without delay.
Design Service
Need a Design?
... but don't have the time or ability to create it?
Don’t worry! that’s where our Design Service
comes in for just £20 +vat
Whether you’ve sketched an idea on a napkin, saved a rough concept in a Word document, snapped a photo of an existing card, or seen a design on our website that you like, we can transform your vision into a professionally designed, print‑ready masterpiece.
No hassle, just great results, delivered effortlessly.
Artwork Fixing Service
If you supply your own artwork, we will carefully check it for any technical issues to ensure your plastic cards look their absolute best.
Should your file require any adjustments, such as correcting sizing, bleed areas, fixing alignment, or adjusting colour settings, our design team can take care of these for for just £10 +vat
Once completed, you can be confident your artwork will be fully print-ready and your cards produced to the highest standard, without any delays or quality issues.
Free Photorealistic Email Proof
To give you complete confidence before we go to print, we’ll email you a
free, high-quality, computer-generated photorealistic proof of your full colour plastic event passes.
This realistic mock-up shows how your finished event passes will look, so you can check and approve the layout, text and overall design before production begins.
Fast Production Time
We offer exceptionally fast production times on all orders because every card is printed right here in England.
Our state of the art manufacturing process ensures the highest quality with fast production times.
There’s no need to wait for overseas shipping or third-party delays.
Our dedicated team handles everything from printing to finishing, ensuring your cards are delivered quickly and to the highest standard.
Free Delivery
Nobody likes delivery charges.
Enjoy FREE DELIVERY on all orders within Great Britain!
Whether you’re ordering for yourself or sending directly to a customer, we’ve got it covered.
To ensure privacy & discretion, all orders are sent under plain, unbranded packaging with no documentation or invoices.
Also, remember as we print right here in England our delivery times are fast!
Made in England
Our event passes are proudly manufactured in England to the highest quality standards, ensuring durability, sharp print detail, and a premium finish every time.
Unlike many low-cost imports from overseas, particularly from China, our cards are produced under strict quality control with consistent materials and expert
craftsmanship.
This means you get a reliable, long-lasting product with fast production times and full confidence in its origin and performance.
Event Pass Examples
We offer a wide variety of event pass examples to help spark your creativity and show you what’s possible in terms of layout, style, and features.
Whether you’re looking for something sleek and modern or bold and eye-catching, our example designs can serve as a great starting point.
Our in-house studio can then create your design based on one of our examples, tailored specifically to your needs.
Simply send us any logos, photos etc. that you’d like included and we’ll incorporate them seamlessly into your card design, ensuring a professional, on-brand result that stands out.
Event Pass Specifications
Our plastic event passes are printed in vibrant Full Colour (CMYK) on both sides at no extra cost.
Your design is sealed beneath the surface of the card, protecting it from scratches, fading and wear, ensuring long-lasting durability and a high-quality look that stands the test of time.
You can choose between a sleek high gloss finish for extra shine or a premium matt for a smooth, elegant feel.
Whichever you choose, the result is a professional, hardwearing card that looks great and performs beautifully.
Optional Extras
We offer a wide selection of optional features to enhance the functionality and appearance of your event passes.
These include signature panels for personalisation or verification, barcodes and QR codes for easy scanning and tracking plus personalisation.
Whatever your needs, we can customise your event passes to suit both form and function.
Our vast range of optional extras combined with our competitive prices and fast, friendly service makes us a market leader which keeps our customers returning time after time as well as recommending us.
The majority of cards that we print have a signature strip and also a unique number which is usually sequential however you can supply an Excel document and we can print the details from the document onto the cards so each one has unique details. For example, their name, event pass number, expiry date, level of event etc.
A Plastic Event Pass to Approve
If you’d like to see exactly how your event pass design will look and feel before we proceed with your full order, we can print a real plastic event pass from your artwork and post it to you for approval.
This physical proof allows you to check the colours, layout, finish, and overall quality in person, so you can be completely confident in the final product.
In addition to this it also allows you to test any barcodes or encoded magnetic strips with your system.
It’s a great way to ensure everything is perfect before we go to print.
Artwork Specifications & Guides
Take a look at our artwork guidance to ensure your design is set up correctly from the start, helping us process your order quickly and without delays.
Our handy artwork guide covers everything you need to know, from file formats and resolution requirements to bleed areas and colour modes.
By following these simple tips, you’ll avoid common pitfalls and make sure your design is print-ready for a smoother ordering experience from start to finish.
How to Order your Event Passes
Discover how quick and hassle-free it is to place your order with us.
Whether you’re ordering for the first time or returning for a repeat order, our streamlined process keeps things simple.
From sending your artwork and choosing your card options to approving your photorealistic email proof and receiving your delivery, every step is designed to be fast, efficient, and straightforward.
We’re here to guide you the whole way, so you can get exactly what you need, without the stress.
Why Choose CP Cards for Event Pass Printing?
When it comes to event pass printing, plastic beats paper on every measure that matters. Our solid plastic passes are water-resistant, tear-resistant, and built to survive the demands of any event environment — from a one-day trade show to a week-long music festival.
Unlike paper laminates or card stock, a professionally printed plastic event pass holds its shape and colour throughout the event. Attendees can wear them on a lanyard, clip them to clothing, or carry them in a wallet without any deterioration. After the event, many passes become keepsakes — a well-designed plastic pass from a memorable occasion tends to stick around.
Our event pass printing includes a full range of optional extras that add both functionality and security. Sequential numbering means every pass has a unique identifier. Variable data printing lets you personalise each pass with individual names, zone levels, or expiry dates directly from a spreadsheet. QR codes and barcodes enable fast, reliable scanning at entry points, reducing queues and keeping access control tight.
Security is a genuine advantage of plastic over paper. Solid plastic is considerably harder to duplicate or tamper with, and features like signature strips and scratch-off panels add further layers of access control where needed.
All our event pass printing is carried out in England — no overseas production, no third-party delays. We have been printing plastic cards since 1992, and our fast turnaround, free UK delivery, and 10-minute quote response keep event organisers coming back order after order.
Event Pass Printing FAQs
What is the minimum order quantity for event passes?
Our minimum order is 25 event passes. We print in quantities to suit small one-off events right up to large festivals and conferences.
How long does event pass printing take?
Production is typically approximately 7 working days from artwork approval. Because we print in England, there are no overseas shipping delays. Express production service also available — contact us for details.
Can I get my event passes numbered individually?
Yes. We offer sequential numbering as standard, or we can print variable data from a spreadsheet — so each pass can carry a unique name, pass number, zone level, or expiry date.
Do you supply lanyards with event passes?
We supply printed plastic event passes. We also supply lanyards separately — many customers order both together.
Can event passes include QR codes or barcodes?
Yes. We can print QR codes, barcodes (including Code 128 and Code 39), and sequential numbers onto your event passes, either as part of the design or as variable data unique to each card.
What file format do I need to supply for event pass artwork?
We prefer print-ready PDF, AI, or EPS files at 300dpi with 3mm bleed. If your artwork isn't quite there, our design team can check and fix it for £10 + VAT, or design from scratch for £20 + VAT.
Do you print backstage passes?
Yes. We print backstage passes, crew passes, VIP passes, all-access passes, and guest passes for music events, festivals, theatre productions, and TV shows.
Are plastic event passes more secure than paper ones?
Considerably. Solid plastic is much harder to copy or tamper with than paper. You can also add features like signature strips and scratch-off panels for additional access control.
Can I see a proof before you print?
Yes — we send a free photorealistic email proof before production begins. You can also order a physical plastic proof posted to you if you want to check the event pass in hand before committing to a full run.
Where are your event passes printed?
All our event passes are printed in England, trading since 1992. We do not outsource production overseas.
