Custom Running Medals: How to Design Award Medals for Sports Events

Organising a marathon, cycling race or charity run? Custom running medals are the highlight every participant looks forward to – the moment they cross the finish line and receive a custom medal that commemorates their achievement.

What Makes a Great Event Medal?

A memorable award medal combines three elements: striking design, quality materials, and personalisation. Your medal should reflect the spirit of your event – whether it’s a city marathon, a school sports day, or a corporate challenge.

Popular Medal Styles

  • Hard enamel medals – Smooth, polished surface with vibrant colours
  • Soft enamel medals – Textured, dimensional finish with raised details
  • Die-cast 3D medals – Sculpted relief for dramatic, eye-catching designs
  • Sustainable medals – Eco-friendly materials, a growing trend in European events

Design Tips for Custom Medals

Include your event name, date and logo. Add a ribbon in your brand colours – custom medal ribbons make the presentation feel professional. Consider a unique shape (star, shield, hexagon) instead of a standard circle. For large events, serial numbering adds exclusivity.

We manufacture custom sports medals for events across the UK, Germany, Italy and beyond. Get a free quote for your next event.