Recent reporting surrounding Orange Crush permits and trademark disputes has created confusion for the public. Orange Crush Festival® issues the following statement to clarify its position.

Recent reporting surrounding Orange Crush permits and trademark disputes has created confusion for the public. Orange Crush Festival® issues the following statement to clarify its position and provide transparency ahead of Spring Break 2026.

While municipalities grant event permits, permits do not override federally registered trademark rights. Reporting by WSAV and Savannah Morning News confirms that these issues have become intertwined in public conversation

(WSAV,

Savannah Morning News – 2025).

Orange Crush Festival® reiterates that:

• The “Orange Crush Festival®” name is federally trademarked

• Official events are listed exclusively on OrangeCrushFestival.net

• Unauthorized use of the name causes public confusion and safety risk

OFFICIAL ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® 2026 LINEUP

(Included here for clarity and public reference)

Week 1 – April 9–13

• Friday: Savannah kickoff nightlife

• Saturday (Day): Tybee Island public beach gathering

• Saturday (Night): Savannah official main event

Week 2 – April 16–19

• Thursday: Crush the Mic (Savannah)

• Friday: Savannah nights

• Saturday (Day): Tybee Island beach gathering

• Sunday Finale: Crush the Block — Allenhurst, GA

Full finale features include music, sports, motor showcases, pool party, vendors, and VIP activations.

A RESPONSIBLE PATH FORWARD

Historical reporting has noted challenges when Orange Crush occurred over multiple weekends without structure

(Savannah Morning News – 2014).

The 2026 model directly addresses those concerns by:

• Separating daytime and nighttime events

• Using controlled venues for high-density activations

• Providing clear city-specific scheduling

Orange Crush Festival® believes suppression leads to disorder—structure leads to safety.