SAN DIEGO PRINT WORKS

San Diego's Custom Event Printer

Turn Your Event Into
Front-Page News

Custom-printed newspapers and tabloids for weddings, anniversaries, company launches, grand openings, and every celebration worth commemorating. From 50 copies to 50,000+.

Same-day printing available Local SD delivery Upload & price instantly

Simple Process

From PDF to Print in 3 Steps

Upload Your PDF

Upload your print-ready design or use one of our free newspaper templates. Our system instantly analyzes your file for ink coverage and page count.

Choose Your Options

Pick your paper stock (classic newsprint or 100lb cardstock), finishing (fold, staple, saddle stitch), number of copies, and delivery speed.

We Print & Deliver

Pay securely with Stripe. We print your order on our RISO press with eco-friendly soy ink and deliver to your door. Same-day available in San Diego.

Weekly Production Printer

We Print a Real Newspaper. Every Week.

San Diego Print Works is the production printer for the Hemet & San Jacinto Chronicle — a weekly newspaper covering the Inland Empire. We know newsprint inside and out because we print it professionally, week after week.

Trusted by Publishers

Hemet & San Jacinto Chronicle

Regional news publication covering the Inland Empire, California. We handle their full weekly print run — from file to finished product.

Visit hsjchronicle.com

Why Newsprint?

The Medium Is the Message

There's something electric about holding a newspaper with your story on the front page. It's tactile, it's nostalgic, and it stops people in their tracks. No one throws away a custom newspaper.

Newsprint gives your event an authentic, editorial feel that glossy brochures and digital screens simply can't replicate. The texture, the smell of fresh ink, the satisfying fold — it creates an experience your guests will remember and keep.

And unlike most printed materials, newsprint is one of the most environmentally friendly substrates available. Made primarily from recycled fibers, printed with soy-based inks, and fully biodegradable in weeks.

Perfect For

  • Wedding welcome papers for ceremony seating
  • Anniversary tributes with decades of photos
  • Company launch announcements and press releases
  • Grand opening handouts to build buzz
  • Birthday and retirement celebration tributes
  • Festival programs and event guides
  • Quinceañera and baby shower keepsakes
  • Political campaign and community newsletters
  • Trade show and conference handouts
  • Memorial and tribute newspapers

The Sustainable Choice

Newsprint Is the Most Eco-Friendly Print Material on Earth

Choosing newsprint for your event isn't just a style statement — it's one of the most environmentally responsible printing decisions you can make.

Highest Recycling Rate of Any Paper

Newsprint has a 73% recycling rate in the US — higher than any other paper product. Most newsprint is made from 80-100% recycled fiber, making it a truly circular material.

Biodegrades in Weeks, Not Years

Newsprint fully biodegrades in 2-6 weeks in a landfill or compost pile. Compare that to glossy coated paper (decades) or plastic-laminated materials (centuries). Your event keepsake won't outlive the planet.

80% Less Water Than Glossy Paper

Manufacturing newsprint uses up to 80% less water than coated/glossy stocks. No clay coating, no bleaching to bright white, no chemical-intensive finishing. Our RISO soy-based inks are non-toxic and petroleum-free.

Lower Carbon Than Any Alternative

Newsprint production generates ~0.45 kg CO2 per kg of paper — roughly half the footprint of coated paper (~0.9 kg). Combined with our energy-efficient RISO printing, your event's carbon impact is minimal.

73%

Recycling rate for newsprint in the US

95%

Less energy than virgin fiber production

0

Toxic chemicals in soy-based RISO ink

Sources: American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA), EPA Recycling Statistics, Two Sides North America

Why Event Planners Choose Us

Same-Day Printing

Order before 11 AM and pick up or receive same-day delivery anywhere in San Diego. Perfect for last-minute events and tight timelines.

Instant Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, no waiting for quotes. Upload your PDF and see exact pricing instantly. We calculate based on actual ink coverage, not guesswork.

RISO Soy Ink Quality

Our RISO ComColor press uses eco-friendly soy-based inks that produce vibrant, rich prints on newsprint. Better for the planet and your event.

San Diego Delivery

Local Courier or Nationwide Shipping

Based in San Ysidro, we offer same-day courier delivery across San Diego County and ship nationwide via FedEx/UPS.

Zone 1

San Ysidro, Chula Vista, National City, Imperial Beach

Starting at $15

Up to 50 copies / 5 lbs

Same-day if ordered by 11 AM

Zone 2

Downtown SD, La Jolla, Mission Valley, Pacific Beach, Coronado

Starting at $25

Up to 50 copies / 5 lbs

Same-day if ordered by 11 AM

Zone 3

North County, Oceanside, Escondido, and beyond

Calculated at checkout

Based on weight & destination

FedEx/UPS 1-5 business days

Delivery rates scale with order weight and volume. Exact shipping cost calculated at checkout based on your copy count and destination. Large orders (500+) may qualify for free local delivery.

Ready to Make Your Event Front-Page News?

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Same-day printing available for San Diego orders placed before 11 AM