How to Avoid Fake Events, Scams & Misinformation During Orange Crush
How to Avoid Fake Events, Scams & Misinformation During Orange Crush
Category: Crush Magazine → Trust & Safety
Purpose: Protect attendees, protect the brand, shut down copycats
Role: This article establishes authority and makes Crush Magazine the final word
Why This Article Matters Every Year
Any large, high-profile tour attracts:
Fake flyers
Imposter pages
Unauthorized promoters
Screenshot “tickets”
Word-of-mouth misinformation
The bigger Orange Crush gets, the more people try to attach themselves to it.
This guide exists so people don’t ruin their own weekend.
The Golden Rule
If it is not linked from:
OrangeCrushFestival.net
Crush Magazine
Official Orange Crush social accounts
…it is not official.
No exceptions.
Most Common Orange Crush Scams
1️⃣ Fake Flyers
Scammers copy real designs and:
Change dates
Change venues
Add phone numbers
Remove official links
🚨 Real flyers always link back to the official site.
2️⃣ “DM for Tickets” Pages
Red flags:
No website
CashApp/Zelle only
Screenshots instead of links
Pressure language (“last chance”, “about to sell out”)
Official passes are never sold via random DMs.
3️⃣ Screenshot Wristbands or PDFs
Screenshots do not equal entry.
Entry systems verify:
Active passes
Valid scans
Official platforms
A screenshot won’t save you at the door.
4️⃣ Unauthorized Promoters
Some people promote events they:
Don’t control
Aren’t affiliated with
Can’t guarantee entry for
If they can’t link you to the official site, they can’t guarantee anything.
How to Verify an Event in 10 Seconds
Before buying or sharing:
Go to OrangeCrushFestival.net
Check if the event is listed
Confirm the link matches
Cross-check with Crush Magazine
If it’s missing from any of those — pause.
Official Platforms Only
Orange Crush events are published through:
Official ticket platforms linked on the site
Verified partner pages
Crush Magazine announcements
Anything outside that ecosystem is a gamble.
Why Scams Hurt More Than Money
Fake events cause:
Missed real events
Split crowds
Refund disputes
Bad experiences blamed on the brand
Protecting yourself protects everyone else.
What to Do If You See a Fake Event
Don’t share it
Don’t argue publicly
Report it
Direct people to the official site
Crush Magazine actively monitors misinformation.
For First-Time Attendees
If this is your first Orange Crush:
Use the official site
Read the city guides
Don’t rely on group chat rumors
Veterans don’t guess — they verify.
Crush Magazine Rule
If you’re unsure, don’t buy yet.
Real Orange Crush events:
Have time
Have structure
Have official links
Rushed decisions are how scams win.
Official Verification Hub
🌐 OrangeCrushFestival.net
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