Fastest Custom Printing Options for Teams & Events

Need Custom Apparel Fast? Here's How to Get It Done Right

Whether you’re planning a last-minute marketing push or outfitting your school’s staff before the semester starts, getting custom printing done quickly—and done right—can feel like a race against the clock. At 24 Hour Tees®, we specialize in fast, high-quality screen printing with turnarounds as quick as 24 hours.

Who Needs Fast Custom Printing?

Speed matters for a lot of businesses and organizations. Here are just a few situations we see regularly:

  • Marketing teams prepping for trade shows or pop-up events
  • Educational institutions needing new uniforms for student orientation, faculty, or spirit weeks
  • Training companies outfitting new hire programs or workshops
  • Event planners racing the clock for branded giveaways

Whatever your industry, time-sensitive printing needs are real—and we’ve got your back.

Top Custom Printing Options (Fastest First!)

Not all custom printing is created equal when it comes to speed. Here are your best bets when you need apparel fast:

1. Screen Printing with Rush Turnaround

Our specialty! With automated production and expert staff, we're able to offer screen printing in as little as 24 hours.

  • Best for: 20 to 1,000+ pieces
  • Ideal use: Staff shirts, giveaways, school uniforms, promo tees
  • Why it’s fast: Highly efficient for the same design on multiple shirts

2. Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV)

Great for adding names or numbers to pre-printed shirts. This method is flexible and great for last-minute personalization.

  • Best for: Sports teams, staff shirts, IDs
  • Ideal use: Short runs with different text per item

Tips to Speed Up Your Order

If you’re short on time, here’s how to make things happen even faster:

  • Use our online design tool to set up your artwork quickly
  • Choose in-stock garments from our recommended suppliers
  • Approve digital proofs ASAP
  • Select local pickup or express shipping for delivery

Need help designing? Our friendly team can jump in to clean up your artwork or build something custom—fast.

Why 24 Hour Tees® is Built for Speed

We don’t just promise fast printing—we’re built for it. Our facility in Nebraska includes:

  • Automated M&R screen-printing presses for high-volume speed
  • A same-day print workflow that eliminates delays
  • Dedicated customer service to guide your order every step of the way

Working with a print partner who understands urgency and quality makes all the difference. Whether you're a marketing agency printing for a campaign launch or a school prepping for the first day of class, you’ll get beautiful results, on time.

Real-World Example: Last-Minute Orders, Delivered

“When my regular place couldn't get them done in time, I found you! You were patient with my mess-ups, kind, & helped me at every step. Turn-around was fast!”

– Stacy Mize

Stacy used our online designer to place an order of 100 shirts with a two-week turnaround. We printed and shipped the order to Indianapolis without any delays!

Need It Fast? Let’s Make It Happen

Don’t let tight schedules hold back your project. With 24 Hour Tees®’ fast custom printing, you’ll get high-quality shirts, fast service, and support from real humans who care about your deadline.

Start your rush order today or reach out to our team for help choosing the right print method for your timeline.

👉 Start Your Order | 🎨 Start Designing

Want to know more about choosing the best printing method? Check out our guide on Screen Printing vs. Vinyl.

Group Orders

If you’ve got time to spare, our standard production is the best value. You’ll have access to a much wider variety of garment types, colors, and printing options—all at a more affordable price. While production and delivery take longer, this option is ideal for planning ahead and getting exactly what you want without paying the premium that comes with rush production. Patience pays off with more choices and lower costs.

Standard Production

If you’ve got time to spare, our standard production is the best value. You’ll have access to a much wider variety of garment types, colors, and printing options—all at a more affordable price. While production and delivery take longer, this option is ideal for planning ahead and getting exactly what you want without paying the premium that comes with rush production. Patience pays off with more choices and lower costs.

Rush Production

Our rush production option is designed for speed—perfect for last-minute events or tight deadlines. While it's our fastest service, please note that it comes with limitations: you'll have fewer choices in garment styles, colors, and print colors. Due to the quick turnaround, rush production is significantly more expensive than our standard option, but it's the right choice when time is critical and you need your order delivered fast.

Need Super-Rush?

We’ve got you covered. Check out our line of fast production shirts and start your order today!