ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® 2026 OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON FAQ / Q&A Q1: What is Orange Crush Festival®, exactly?

ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® 2026

OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON Q&A

Q1: What is Orange Crush Festival®, exactly?

A:

Orange Crush Festival® is a federally trademarked cultural Spring Break event rooted in HBCU tradition and Georgia’s coastal culture. In 2026, it operates as a two-weekend, multi-city experience across Savannah, Tybee Island, and Allenhurst—combining beach culture, nightlife, music, sports, and full-scale festival programming under an organized and accountable structure.

Q2: Why are there disputes about who can host Orange Crush events?

A:

The confusion comes from mixing event permits with trademark rights.

Cities control permits for specific locations and dates. Trademark law governs who can legally use the name Orange Crush Festival®. These are separate legal processes.

Orange Crush Festival® is federally trademarked, which means only the trademark holder can authorize events under that name. A permit alone does not grant naming rights.

Q3: Some reports say another promoter was awarded a permit. How does that affect Orange Crush Festival®?

A:

A permit allows an event to occur at a location—it does not transfer or eliminate trademark ownership. Orange Crush Festival® continues to operate under its registered trademark, and all official events are published on OrangeCrushFestival.net.

If an event is not listed on our official platform, it is not an official Orange Crush Festival® event.

Q4: Critics say Orange Crush has a history of safety issues. What’s different in 2026?

A:

What’s different is design.

The 2026 model introduces:

• Two weekends instead of one overcrowded weekend

• Separation of daytime and nighttime activity

• Multiple host locations instead of one pressure point

• Controlled venues for high-density activations

• A structured, all-day finale rather than late-night spillover

This approach improves safety by guiding movement—not restricting culture.

Q5: Why host the festival over two weekends?

A:

Two weekends allow Orange Crush to scale responsibly.

Instead of forcing all activity into a single high-stress window, attendance is distributed across time and cities. This:

• Reduces congestion

• Improves guest experience

• Extends economic benefit

• Makes planning easier for cities and businesses

It protects the culture while allowing it to grow.

Q6: What is the full official lineup for Orange Crush Festival® 2026?

A:

Week 1 – April 9–13 (Savannah & Tybee Island)

• Friday: Official Savannah nightlife kickoff

• Saturday (Day): Free Public Beach Bash on Tybee Island

• Saturday (Night): Official Savannah night events

Week 2 – April 16–19 (Savannah, Tybee Island, Allenhurst)

• Thursday: Crush The Mic artist showcase (Savannah)

• Friday: Savannah nightlife events

• Saturday (Day): Free Public Beach Bash (Tybee Island)

• Sunday: Crush The Block Finale in Allenhurst featuring live music, sports, motorsports, pool party, vendors, and VIP experiences

Q7: How can the public tell which events are really official?

A:

It’s very simple:

• Official events are listed on OrangeCrushFestival.net

• Official branding uses the full name Orange Crush Festival®

• Official events list real venues, dates, and ticketing platforms

If an event cannot be traced back to our official website, it should be considered unofficial.

Q8: Is Orange Crush Festival® working with cities and communities?

A:

Yes. The 2026 structure is specifically designed to align with city planning expectations, public safety considerations, and local economic interests. Orange Crush believes collaboration—not confrontation—is how culture thrives long-term.

Q9: What economic benefits does Orange Crush bring?

A:

Orange Crush brings:

• Hotel stays and extended tourism

• Restaurant and nightlife revenue

• Vendor opportunities

• Paid jobs for staff, security, artists, and local workers

The two-weekend model ensures these benefits are spread out, not concentrated in a single high-impact day.

Q10: What would you say to critics who want Orange Crush shut down entirely?

A:

Culture doesn’t disappear when you suppress it—it just becomes unmanaged.

Orange Crush Festival® offers a licensed, structured, transparent alternative that protects attendees, cities, and the culture itself. The responsible choice isn’t cancellation—it’s organization.

Q11: What is the message to attendees for 2026?

A:

Plan early. Follow official channels. Choose the weekend that fits your style—or attend both. Orange Crush isn’t something you stumble into anymore. It’s something you show up for prepared.

Q12: Final message to media and the public?

A:

Orange Crush Festival® 2026 isn’t about controversy—it’s about evolution. Two weekends. Clear ownership. Safer design. Stronger partnerships. This is what growth looks like when it’s done right.

OFFICIAL INFORMATION

🌐 OrangeCrushFestival.net

📍 Savannah • Tybee Island • Allenhurst, Georgia

📅 April 9–13 & April 16–19, 2026

🍊 ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® 2026 🍊

The official HBCU Spring Break experience returns for TWO full weekends in April.

This is more than Spring Break.

This is Orange Crush. 🍊

ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL®

SPRING BREAK 2026 — OFFICIAL SCHEDULE

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🔶 WEEK 1 — HISTORIC ORANGE CRUSH® WEEKEND

APRIL 9–13, 2026

FRIDAY · APRIL 10

ORANGE CRUSH® FRIDAY NIGHT — OFFICIAL OPENING

📍 Henry Street Bistro

1308 Montgomery Street, Savannah, GA

SATURDAY · APRIL 11 (DAY)

FREE ORANGE CRUSH® PUBLIC BEACH BASH

📍 Tybee Island

SATURDAY · APRIL 11 (NIGHT)

ORANGE CRUSH® SATURDAY NIGHT — MAIN EVENT

📍 Henry Street Bistro

1308 Montgomery Street, Savannah, GA

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🔷 WEEK 2 — ORANGE CRUSH®

CRUSH RELOADED™

APRIL 16–19, 2026

THURSDAY · APRIL 16

CRUSH THE MIC™ — RELOADED EDITION

📍 Henry Street Bistro — Savannah, GA

FRIDAY · APRIL 17

CRUSH RELOADED™ FRIDAY — NIGHTLIFE TAKEOVER

📍 Henry Street Bistro — Savannah, GA

SATURDAY · APRIL 18 (DAY)

FREE ORANGE CRUSH® PUBLIC BEACH BASH

📍 Tybee Island — Permitted

SATURDAY · APRIL 18 (NIGHT)

CRUSH RELOADED™ SATURDAY — PEAK AFTERMATH

📍 Henry Street Bistro — Savannah, GA

SUNDAY · APRIL 19

CRUSH THE BLOCK® — OFFICIAL FINALE

📍 Allenhurst

258 Linda Loop, Allenhurst, GA (Private Property)

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🍊 ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® 2026 🍊

The official HBCU Spring Break experience returns for TWO FULL WEEKENDS in April.

What started as a cultural tradition is now a city-connected celebration of nightlife, beach vibes, music, and community.

Official. Trademarked. Verified.

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