ORANGE CRUSH® FESTIVAL & ORANGE CRUSH TOUR™

ORANGE CRUSH® FESTIVAL & CRUSH TOUR™

2026 MULTI-CITY EDITION**

Prepared by:

George Mikey Ransom Turner III

Founder, CEO & Trademark Owner

Orange Crush® Festival • Crush Tour™ • Crush Coin™ • Crush University™

100% Disabled Veteran, SCDVOSB

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Orange Crush® Festival and the expanding Crush Tour™ represent one of the fastest-growing youth tourism engines in the Southeastern United States. The 2026 expansion introduces a coordinated, trademark-secured, multi-weekend festival system designed to support:

• Local economic growth

• Tourism visibility

• University engagement

• Safe event coordination

• Entertainment-driven revenue generation

This presentation outlines the multi-city structure, confirmed 2026 dates, economic value proposition, and safety-led compliance model that support Orange Crush’s expansion into major beach and nightlife markets including Miami, Savannah, and Jacksonville.

THE CRUSH® FRAMEWORK: A STRUCTURED, TRADEMARKED, COMPLIANCE-LED MODEL

Unlike informal gatherings, Orange Crush® is:

✔ Fully Trademarked (CRUSH®, CRUSH THE BLOCK®, CRUSH TOUR™, CRUSH COIN™, etc.)

✔ Veteran-Owned (Service-Connected Disabled Veteran–Owned Small Business)

✔ Nonprofit-Driven (Orange Crush University™)

✔ Contract-Based, Insured, and Compliant

✔ Supported by Municipal Partnerships and Business Development offices

This makes Orange Crush® one of the only spring break entities in the Southeast operating with:

• Established leadership

• Legally defined accountability

• City-approved permitting models

• Multi-weekend economic planning

• A unified command-style operations structure

Cities gain a single founder, single point of contact, and a full team providing detailed planning for:

• Safety & traffic control

• Sanitation & clean-up

• Tourism accommodation strategy

• Security coordination

• Crowd management

• Transportation & shuttle designs

• Media, press & crisis communications

2026 MULTI-CITY TOUR OVERVIEW

The Crush Tour™ is designed around three major markets, each contributing an essential layer to the brand’s national growth.

I. ORANGE CRUSH MIAMI SPRING BREAK 2026™

South Beach, Miami, Florida

March 13–16, 2026

Key Events:

March 14 — Beach Day (South Beach)

March 14 — Mansion Pool Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

March 15 — Exclusive Yacht Party (9 PM – 12 AM)

Partnership:

Miami Gone Wild LLC — Denzel Omomah

Contract-based, revenue-sharing, and venue-secured.

Economic Impact Potential:

• Miami is projected to draw 8,000–18,000 attendees

• Local hotels, Airbnbs & nightlife venues benefit from controlled crowd flow

• Trademarked branding reduces illegal pop-ups and imitation events

City Benefit Message:

The Crush® model brings order, leadership, and structured promotion to the busiest weekend in Miami’s spring break calendar.

**II. ORANGE CRUSH® SAVANNAH & TYBEE – WEEKEND 2

THE FLAGSHIP FESTIVAL**

April 17–19, 2026

Saturday, April 18

✔ Approved Beach Festival (Tybee Beach)

✔ Merch Village

✔ Artist & Influencer Activations

✔ University Day + Live DJs

Sunday, April 19

✔ Crush The Block® Finale

✔ Headlined by Buns N Basketball®

✔ 50+ Featured Celebrities, Adult Entertainers, and OF Creators

✔ Car Show • Concert Stage • Vendors • Media Sightings

Cultural Significance:

Crush The Block® has become one of the largest independently operated festival finales in the Southeast.

Expected Attendance:

25,000–50,000 across the weekend

City Benefit Message:

With structured planning, veteran-led organizational oversight, and unified branding, Orange Crush® produces measurable tourism revenue and high community visibility.

III. ORANGE CRUSH JACKSONVILLE – JUNETEENTH WEEKEND

Jacksonville Beach + Duval County

June 19–21, 2026

June 20 — FREE Public Beach Bash (Jax Beach)

June 19–21 — Nightlife Takeover Weekend

Market Positioning:

Jacksonville provides a summer-season anchor for the Crush Tour™.

Projected Attendance:

12,000–20,000 visitors

City Benefit Message:

This becomes Jacksonville’s largest controlled Juneteenth youth event, driving hotel stays, rideshare usage, and local economic surge.

THE CRUSH® ADVANTAGE FOR CITIES

Cities that partner with Orange Crush® get:

1. A LEGAL, TRADEMARKED BRAND

No unauthorized promoters.

No confusion.

No misrepresentation.

2. One Founder, One Central Authority

George M.R. Turner III manages:

• Permitting

• Vendors

• Performers

• Sponsors

• Safety protocols

• Media management

• Economic reporting

3. Documented Crowd Control Strategy

• Traffic routing plans

• Beach and street staffing

• Shuttle and rideshare management

• Police & municipal coordination

• Early curfew communication

4. Tourism Boost

Hotels, Airbnbs, restaurants, bars, retail, rideshare & local businesses experience massive spikes.

5. Nonprofit, University & Veteran Integration

Crush University™ adds:

• Student programming

• Workforce development

• Business education

• Crypto & blockchain training

This differentiates Orange Crush® from standard party weekends.

THE FOUNDER: GEORGE M.R. TURNER III

Veteran • CEO • Trademark Owner • Cultural Curator

Turner’s approach is professional, legal, economic-focused, and legacy-driven — the opposite of the unregulated groups that previously hijacked the name.

His vision elevates Orange Crush® into a nationally recognized tourism and entertainment enterprise, integrating:

• Business discipline

• Veteran organizational structure

• Multi-city coordination

• Multi-million-dollar economic footprint

Cities trust him because the system is predictable, documented, and built for public safety + economic growth.

ECONOMIC IMPACT SNAPSHOT

Based on projections and historical regional data

Miami (March)

Hotels + Nightlife Revenue: $2–5M

Transportation & Retail: $800K–$1.2M

Savannah / Tybee (April)

Regional impact: $3–7M

Vendors, BNB hosts, restaurants, transportation surge

Jacksonville (June)

Citywide impact: $1.5–4M

Total Crush Tour™ Potential 2026 Impact:

$6.8M – $16M+

in regional tourism across three cities

WHY CITIES PARTNER WITH ORANGE CRUSH®

The events are not random.

They are not leaderless.

They are not pop-ups.

They are:

Structured

Permitted

Insured

Trademarked

Veteran-led

Economically beneficial

High-visibility tourism drivers

Cities that choose to work with the festival receive:

• Transparent communication

• Predictable scheduling

• Professional operations

• Focus on compliance

• Community uplift

• Local hiring & contracting

**CONCLUSION:

A SAFETY-LED, ECONOMICALLY STRONG, TRADEMARKED NATIONAL TOUR**

The Orange Crush® 2026 multi-city tour is not just a series of events.

It is an economic and cultural ecosystem, designed by a founder who has secured:

• Intellectual property

• Organizational structure

• Multi-weekend scheduling

• Multi-market expansion

• Local partnerships

• and nonprofit integration

Cities gain tourism.

Students gain experiences.

Businesses gain revenue.

Communities gain visibility.

And through it all, the leadership remains constant:

George Mikey Ransom Turner III — the founder, the CEO, and the brand’s true legal owner.

His name is George Mikey Ransom Turner, and the brand he built—Orange Crush®—has evolved far beyond the beach.

In a spring break landscape dominated by short-lived trends, saturated party scenes, and rotating promoters, one founder has quietly—yet powerfully—architected an entire trademarked entertainment ecosystem that now spans multiple cities, multiple industries, and multiple revenue verticals.

His name is George Mikey Ransom Turner, and the brand he built—Orange Crush®—has evolved far beyond the beach.

Today, it represents a full-scale business architecture that includes a national tour, a festival-owned cryptocurrency, a university ecosystem, and a multi-weekend tourism machine capable of generating millions in local economic impact.

Turner is not just throwing events.

He is building the Crush® Intellectual Property Empire.

From Chaos to Control: The Reinvention of a Cultural Phenomenon

What began decades ago as a loosely organized college weekend has been transformed—under Turner’s leadership—into a fully trademarked, structured, and nationally expanding festival franchise.

Through a combination of:

• federal trademarks,

• veteran-owned business protections,

• copyrighted events,

• local and regional partnerships, and

• strategic city-by-city expansion,

Turner has done what few entrepreneurs have ever done in the festival industry:

He took a wild, unregulated “unofficial event” and rebuilt it into a verified, protected, scalable entertainment brand.

Today, Orange Crush® is no longer a weekend—it is a multi-market economic engine.

The Multi-Weekend Blueprint: A System Designed for National Scale

Rather than relying on a single weekend, Turner architected a multi-weekend, multi-city rollout strategy that resembles the expansion model of the world’s top lifestyle brands.

Weekend 1 – University & City Kickoff Events

Atlanta, Savannah, Jacksonville

Nightlife activations, influencer-driven events, partnership showcases.

Weekend 2 – The Flagship Festival + Crush The Block®

Tybee & Coastal Georgia

The largest crowds, the highest economic impact, and the most immersive brand experience.

Satellite Weekends – Miami, Jacksonville Beach, Myrtle Beach

Expansion markets that grow the Crush® footprint across the Southeast and beyond.

This design gives Turner something no promoter typically has:

Year-round brand visibility, year-round revenue, and year-round negotiating power.

Corporations like Live Nation and large festival companies do this with multimillion-dollar teams.

Turner does it as a single founder controlling every element of the IP.

Orange Crush Miami Spring Break 2026™: The Next Major Expansion

The announcement of Orange Crush Miami Spring Break 2026™, scheduled for March 13–16, 2026, marks the most ambitious—and lucrative—expansion yet.

Anchored by two high-value luxury events:

• Saturday Mansion Pool Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

• Sunday Exclusive Yacht Party (9 PM – Midnight)

The Miami rollout comes with:

• Full ticket-link ownership

• 10% entry revenue

• 10% bar revenue

• Limited shared expenses (only if door revenue doesn’t cover cost)

• Verified contract partnership with Denzel Omomah, Miami Gone Wild LLC

In Miami, most promoters rent a venue and hope.

Turner enters with trademark leverage, a recognized brand, and built-in consumer demand.

He isn’t competing in Miami—

He’s redefining what a Black-owned spring break franchise can look like.

Crush The Block®: How Sunday Became the Most Valuable Day in the Festival

If Orange Crush® is the flagship brand, Crush The Block® has become its cultural crown jewel.

Held April 19, 2026 in Allenhurst, GA and powered by the Buns N Basketball® Women’s League, the event merges:

• Live concert performances

• Celebrity hosts

• A regional car show

• Women’s basketball showcases

• A full-scale block party finale

The Car Culture Impact

Crush The Block® has become a destination showcase for:

• Hellcats, Trackhawks, Scat Packs

• Donks, box Chevys, candy-paint classics

• Custom Jeep & off-road builds

• LED-wrapped night cruisers

• Forgiato & Dub wheel competition fleets

These aren’t just cars—they are media assets, creating viral content that reinforces the festival’s brand identity.

Turner didn’t create a Sunday event.

He created a trademark-protected cultural pillar with independent brand value.

Crush Coin™ and Crush University™: Expanding Beyond Entertainment

Turner is building a world where the festival isn’t just an event—it’s an ecosystem.

Crush Coin™

A festival-focused cryptocurrency designed for:

• Ticketing

• Merch

• VIP access

• Peer-to-peer exchange

• Everyday use

Crush University™

A nonprofit educational initiative aligned with:

• Blockchain innovation

• Crypto banking literacy

• Tourism economics

• Beach sustainability

• Student engagement at partner universities

This positions Orange Crush® not just as a festival, but as a multi-sector enterprise.

The Founder Effect: Why George Turner Is the Brand’s Greatest Asset

Behind every major entertainment brand—Coachella, Rolling Loud, SXSW—is a founder whose vision shaped its identity.

George M.R. Turner is now stepping into that same territory.

His advantages:

• 100% Trademark Ownership of the CRUSH® Marks

• Veteran-Owned, Service-Connected Disabled Business

• Multi-state event contracting expertise

• National-level media presence

• A documented history of protecting and defending the brand

• A forward-thinking approach to blockchain and decentralized banking

Turner is not simply managing Orange Crush®.

He is shaping it, expanding it, and positioning it as the next great American lifestyle brand.

He is the architect of the Crush® Empire.

What Comes Next: The Future of the Crush® Ecosystem

Insiders close to the brand say 2026–2027 is set to be the festival’s breakout era.

Future expansions under internal review include:

• Crush Tour™ national rollout

• Multi-city licensing packages

• Corporate sponsorship acquisition

• A full festival-to-city economic impact study

• Crush The Block® standalone tour dates

• International spring break expansions

• Crypto-integrated ticketing

Orange Crush® is no longer an event—it is a franchise.

And George Turner is no longer a promoter—

He is a founder building a scalable trademarked entertainment empire.

The industry is finally noticing.

And the cities—and competitors—who once underestimated the brand are beginning to understand something Turner knew from the start:

Crush® is here to stay. And it is only getting bigger.

THE MULTI-WEEKEND BLUEPRINT: HOW ORANGE CRUSH® CREATES SUSTAINED MARKET DOMINANCE

THE MULTI-WEEKEND BLUEPRINT: HOW ORANGE CRUSH® CREATES SUSTAINED MARKET DOMINANCE

Most festivals peak one weekend a year.

Turner invented a multi-weekend system that operates like a retail rollout schedule:

Weekend 1 – City-Based Welcome Events

• Nightclubs

• Kickoff concerts

• Influencer appearances

• University partnerships

Weekend 2 – Flagship Festival + Crush The Block®

• Largest crowds

• Highest economic impact

• Full brand experience

• Merchandise & licensing

Satellite Weekends – Miami, Jacksonville, Savannah, Myrtle Beach

Each city becomes an activation market that expands:

• Trademark visibility

• Local partnerships

• Ticket sales

• Sponsorship valuations

This system mirrors the expansion model used by:

• Ultra Music Festival

• Rolling Loud

• A3C

• SXSW

Except Turner is doing it independently, with:

• No corporate parents

• No national promoter ownership

• No external IP control

The result:

A fully Black-owned, veteran-owned, trademark-controlled festival network.

THE MULTI-WEEKEND BLUEPRINT: HOW ORANGE CRUSH® CREATES SUSTAINED MARKET DOMINANCE

THE MULTI-WEEKEND BLUEPRINT: HOW ORANGE CRUSH® CREATES SUSTAINED MARKET DOMINANCE

Most festivals peak one weekend a year.

Turner invented a multi-weekend system that operates like a retail rollout schedule:

Weekend 1 – City-Based Welcome Events

• Nightclubs

• Kickoff concerts

• Influencer appearances

• University partnerships

Weekend 2 – Flagship Festival + Crush The Block®

• Largest crowds

• Highest economic impact

• Full brand experience

• Merchandise & licensing

Satellite Weekends – Miami, Jacksonville, Savannah, Myrtle Beach

Each city becomes an activation market that expands:

• Trademark visibility

• Local partnerships

• Ticket sales

• Sponsorship valuations

This system mirrors the expansion model used by:

• Ultra Music Festival

• Rolling Loud

• A3C

• SXSW

Except Turner is doing it independently, with:

• No corporate parents

• No national promoter ownership

• No external IP control

The result:

A fully Black-owned, veteran-owned, trademark-controlled festival network.

THE RISE OF CRUSH THE BLOCK®: HOW AN OFFICIAL SUNDAY FINALE BECAME THE FESTIVAL’S MOST VALUABLE ASSET

THE RISE OF CRUSH THE BLOCK®: HOW AN OFFICIAL SUNDAY FINALE BECAME THE FESTIVAL’S MOST VALUABLE ASSET

In today’s events landscape, Sunday is usually the weakest day.

Turner did the opposite—he made Sunday the most profitable.

Crush The Block® – Official Week 2 Finale

April 19, 2026 • Allenhurst, GA

Hosted by Buns N Basketball® Women’s League

The event combines:

• Live concerts

• Celebrity appearances

• A major regional car show

• Women’s basketball exhibition

• Festival-style block party energy

The Vehicles Typically Showcased

Crush The Block® has organically become known for:

• Forgiato & Dub wheel builds

• Candy paint muscle cars

• Hellcats, Trackhawks, Scat Packs

• Custom donks and box Chevys

• Modified off-road Jeeps

• LED-wrapped nighttime show vehicles

• Local club fleets with coordinated branding

This creates a high-visibility, Instagram-ready, influencer-heavy environment that reinforces Turner’s long-term strategy:

Turn every event into media.

Turn every media moment into brand equity.

Turn brand equity into trademark power.

Crush The Block® is no longer a “Sunday event”—

It is an IP-protected cultural anchor of the Orange Crush® ecosystem.

THE ORANGE CRUSH® ECONOMIC ENGINE: HOW A TRADEMARKED BLACK BEACH FESTIVAL BECAME A MULTI-MARKET SPRING BREAK POWERHOUSE

THE ORANGE CRUSH® ECONOMIC ENGINE: HOW A TRADEMARKED BLACK BEACH FESTIVAL BECAME A MULTI-MARKET SPRING BREAK POWERHOUSE

Few creators in today’s festival economy have done what George Mikey Ransom Turner has accomplished with Orange Crush®: take a once-chaotic college weekend and redesign it into a fully trademarked, structured, revenue-producing, multi-city entertainment franchise.

While most promoters chase parties, Turner has done what top business minds call “brand verticalization.” He built an entire ecosystem:

Orange Crush® → Crush Tour™ → Crush The Block® → Crush Coin™ → Crush University™

Each entity reinforces the other, creating a closed-loop trademark empire with:

• Independent ticketing ownership

• Nationally franchisable event weekends

• Festival-to-city negotiation leverage

• High-margin merchandise & licensing opportunities

• A future blockchain-driven financial ecosystem

This is not simply “throwing events.”

This is intellectual property monetization at the same scale used by Fortune 500 entertainment brands.

The Spring Break Expansion Strategy

The decision to launch Orange Crush Miami Spring Break 2026™ (March 13–16, 2026, South Beach) marks a major inflection point.

Turner is not entering the Miami spring break market—

He’s redefining it.

Two anchor events already locked:

• Saturday: Mansion Pool Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

• Sunday: Exclusive Yacht Party (9 PM – Midnight)

This places Turner in the rare category of festival owners who control:

• Brand

• Trademark

• Ticketing

• Events

• Merch

• Partnerships

• Touring schedule

This is exactly how major lifestyle brands like Rolling Loud®, BETX®, and Revolt® built billion-dollar trajectories.

GEORGE “Mikey” TURNER’S BRAND: ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® THE NEW BLUEPRINT FOR CULTURE LEADERSHIP

GEORGE “Mikey” TURNER’S BRAND: ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® THE NEW BLUEPRINT FOR CULTURE LEADERSHIP

Turner’s personal brand is rising just as fast as his festival empire.

Forbes-style analysts cite three reasons:

1. He Built an Ecosystem, Not a Party

Most festivals are short-lived.

Turner built:

• A tour

• A university program

• A crypto product

• A media brand

• A nonprofit engine

• A veteran business platform

This is long-term infrastructure.

2. He Controls the Narrative

Unauthorized promoters once tried to hijack the Orange Crush name.

Turner responded by:

• Securing trademarks

• Reasserting legal ownership

• Creating compliant partnerships

• Rebuilding the festival as a national franchise

• Putting student safety, consent, and ADA accessibility in the front seat

3. He Understands Modern Culture Economics

Gen Z + Millennials care about:

• NIL empowerment

• Transparency

• Unique travel experiences

• Social validation

• Real-life energy

Turner built a brand that embodies all five.

THE VERDICT: THE ORANGE CRUSH ERA HAS BEGUN

With Miami, Tybee, and Jacksonville now fully integrated—and more markets preparing to join—the Orange Crush Tour is shaping up to be the biggest multi-city youth culture movement in the country.

And at the center of it is George Mikey Ransom Turner, the founder who refused to let anyone rewrite his story.

His brand is not just surviving.

It’s exploding.

It’s maturing.

It’s unavoidable.

It’s becoming the blueprint.

ORANGE CRUSH® [updated] 2026 TOUR DATES

When most promoters think local, George Mikey Ransom Turner thinks national footprint. While organizations are still figuring out how to stabilize single-city festivals, Turner has quietly engineered what industry analysts are calling the first decentralized, veteran-led, multi-market beach & nightlife tour brand in the Southeast—and it’s about to dominate 2025–2026.

After reclaiming ownership and leadership over the famed Orange Crush Festival®, Turner has done what critics said was impossible:

transform a scattered weekend party into a fully integrated tourism engine, media ecosystem, merchandise machine, and live-event super-tour spanning Miami, Tybee Island, Jacksonville, and multiple university markets.

And now, with Jacksonville + Jax Beach officially added, the empire takes a massive leap forward.

THE RISE OF A MULTI-CITY FESTIVAL BRAND

Why the Industry Is Calling The Orange Crush Tour “The Next Rolling Loud — but for Beach Culture”

The live-event sector has long favored mega-festivals run by corporate entities with deep pockets. Turner—

a 100% Permanently & Totally Disabled Veteran, a federally registered nonprofit operator, and one of the most relentless entrepreneurs in the Southeast—defied every barrier.

He built the Orange Crush ecosystem around five unstoppable pillars:

1. Multi-City Expansion Strategy

Instead of relying on a single location, Turner built a tour model that travels where the culture already is.

This allows him to:

• Maximize crowds

• Avoid dependence on local politics

• Activate tourism relationships

• Leverage brand familiarity across states

• Mobilize students, alumni, service members, and travelers

2. Veteran-Owned Business Infrastructure

Because his organization holds federal veteran business designations, Turner accesses:

• Government-level contracting support

• Tourism development pathways

• Sponsorship opportunities unique to disabled veterans

• Crisis protection policies most promoters can’t qualify for

This isn’t a weekend hobby—this is a business portfolio.

3. Crush Coin, Crush University, Crush Media

By diversifying into blockchain, education, publishing, and digital media, Turner expands beyond events, creating revenue streams year-round.

4. Major IP Protection + NIL Leadership

Turner’s insistence on intellectual property control is rare for festival founders.

He is now a leading example of how event brands must:

• Secure trademarks

• Register entertainment names

• Control brand identity

• Monetize NIL (Name, Image, Likeness)

• Prevent unauthorized promoters from profiting off their crowd

Orange Crush and all affiliated brand divisions operate under protected IP law, giving the enterprise long-term value normally only held by major entertainment companies.

THE 2026 ORANGE CRUSH TOUR — FULL SCHEDULE

The Most Ambitious College & Beach Culture Tour in the Southeast

Below is the full confirmed lineup being circulated by universities, influencers, nightlife operators, and tourism partners.

🔥 MIAMI SPRING BREAK — MARCH 13–16, 2026

South Beach, Miami, FL

• Sat, March 14 — Mansion Pool Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

• Sun, March 15 — Yacht Party (9 PM – 12 AM)

• Daytime lifestyle pop-ups

• Celebrity hosts

• Influencer activations

• Afterparties across Miami Beach

🔥 ORANGE CRUSH WEEKEND — TYBEE ISLAND / SAVANNAH — APRIL 17–19, 2026

• Friday, April 17 — Welcome Kickoff & Nightlife Takeover

• Saturday, April 18 — Beach + Basketball Events + Celebrity Day Parties

• Sunday, April 19 — CRUSH THE BLOCK Finale w/ Buns N Basketball
  

• Women’s celebrity hoop league

• Block party

• Models, hosts, and live entertainment

🔥 JACKSONVILLE + JAX BEACH — JUNETEENTH WEEKEND — JUNE 19–21, 2026

• June 20 — Free Public Beach Bash (Jax Beach)

• June 19, 20 & 21 — Nightlife Parties Across Jacksonville

• Celebrity hosts, DJs, and media coverage

• Special Orange Crush Florida programming

“How George Ransom Turner III Is Quietly Building a Multi-City Festival Empire — And Why Jacksonville Marks a New Phase of the Orange Crush Tour!”

“How George Ransom Turner III Is Quietly Building a Multi-City Festival Empire — And Why Jacksonville Marks a New Phase of the Orange Crush Tour”

In a festival economy where brands burn out as fast as they go viral, George Ransom Turner III has managed what most entertainment companies spend years trying to achieve: turning a once-local beach gathering into a multi-city, trademarked, culturally authoritative festival empire.

Operating under the names PartyPlugMikey and Plug Not A Rapper, Turner is the founder, architect, and legal trademark owner behind the Orange Crush Festival® — now reintroduced as the ORANGE CRUSH TOUR, a multi-market powerhouse stretching from Miami to Savannah to Jacksonville.

In 2026, Turner’s operation enters its most ambitious year yet, solidifying Orange Crush as the leading Black-owned coastal festival brand in the United States.

THE 2026 ORANGE CRUSH TOUR — FULL OFFICIAL SCHEDULE

As curated, trademarked, and produced by Founder George Ransom Turner III

🔥 STOP 1 — MIAMI • Spring Break 2026

South Beach, Miami, FL • March 13–16, 2026

March 14 — Beach Day (South Beach)

Thousands expected for the first major Spring Break wave of the year.

March 14 — Mansion Night Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

A luxury nightlife flagship with DJ sets, celebrity drop-ins, and high-end bottle shows.

March 15 — Luxury Yacht Party (9 PM – 12 AM)

Turner’s signature “floating nightlife” format returns with a sold-out expectation.

🔥 STOP 2 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE • Orange Crush Festival Week 1 (Unofficial Weekend)

Savannah & Tybee Island • April 11–13, 2026

A warm-up weekend known for high student turnout, nightlife energy, branded meetups, and early activation events.

🔥 STOP 3 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE • Orange Crush Festival Week 2 (Official Weekend)

April 17–19, 2026

April 18 — Official Beach Festival (Approved & Scheduled)

The marquee event drawing massive regional attendance with music, culture, influencers, and beach activations.

April 19 — CRUSH THE BLOCK (Hosted by Buns & Basketball)

A full-scale Sunday block party in Allenhurst, GA featuring:

• 50+ adult stars, exotic dancers, and OnlyFans creators

• Live performances

• Basketball showcase

• Food, vendors, and celebrity hosts

• Buns & Basketball CEO ThickOverloadd and team
  This event is already projected to be one of the largest adult-entertainment-crossed-with-sports festival finales in the region.

🔥 STOP 4 — JACKSONVILLE & ITS BEACHES • Juneteenth Weekend 2026

June 19–21, 2026

The newest expansion of the Tour — a strategic move into Florida’s fastest-growing coastal metro.

June 20 — FREE PUBLIC BEACH BASH (Jax Beach)

A massive Juneteenth celebration open to the public with thousands anticipated.

June 19, 20 & 21 — Nightlife Takeover

A three-day rotation of clubs, lounges, rooftops, and beachside venues recognizing Juneteenth through music, freedom, and culture.

THE BUSINESS BEHIND THE MOVEMENT

How Turner Built the First Trademarked Black-Owned Multi-City Beach Festival Brand

Turner’s growth strategy mirrors the frameworks of billion-dollar festival houses:

1. Trademark + IP Control

Orange Crush Festival®

Crush The Block™

Orange Crush University™

Crush Tour™

and multiple name, likeness, and event identity protections.

Owning the brand means owning the culture — and Turner has positioned Orange Crush in a way no imitator can legally challenge.

2. Multi-City Scalability

Rather than depending on a single location, Turner expanded vertically across:

• South Florida (Miami)

• Georgia (Savannah, Tybee, Allenhurst)

• North Florida (Jacksonville)

This diversification makes the tour sustainable and attractive to sponsors, hospitality partners, and investors.

3. Entertainment + Founder Brand Integration

As Plug Not A Rapper, Turner brings music, content, and personality into the ecosystem — a model similar to how Drake influences OVO Fest or Travis Scott anchors Astroworld.

4. High-Growth Market Alignment

Miami, Savannah, and Jacksonville are all undergoing significant tourism and nightlife expansion — and Turner positions Orange Crush as the cultural link connecting each market.

“The Vision Was Always a Tour.”

Turner explains his long-term strategy simply:

“For years people tried to copy the name, copy the look, copy the energy — but you can’t copy ownership. You can’t copy leadership. You can’t copy the person who built the entire foundation.

2026 is the year Orange Crush becomes the blueprint.”

Industry analysts agree: if executed properly, the Crush Tour could become the premier young-adult coastal festival circuit in America, reshaping how Spring Break, Juneteenth, and summer travel are marketed to Gen Z and millennial Black audiences.

THE FUTURE OF THE CRUSH BRAND

Turner’s roadmap includes:

• A multi-city merch line

• A Crush Coin digital expansion

• National partnerships

• A formalized influencer program

• Annual Spring Break and Juneteenth circuits

• Long-term Florida and Georgia economic impact initiatives

With a track record of building organically and legally protecting every move, Turner stands at the front of a cultural empire with room to grow.

As Forbes would summarize it:

Orange Crush isn’t just a festival. It’s an enterprise.

And 2026 is the year the world notices.

“How George Ransom Turner III Is Quietly Building a Multi-City Festival Empire — And Why Jacksonville Marks a New Phase of the Orange Crush Tour!”

“How George Ransom Turner III Is Quietly Building a Multi-City Festival Empire — And Why Jacksonville Marks a New Phase of the Orange Crush Tour”

In a festival economy where brands burn out as fast as they go viral, George Ransom Turner III has managed what most entertainment companies spend years trying to achieve: turning a once-local beach gathering into a multi-city, trademarked, culturally authoritative festival empire.

Operating under the names PartyPlugMikey and Plug Not A Rapper, Turner is the founder, architect, and legal trademark owner behind the Orange Crush Festival® — now reintroduced as the ORANGE CRUSH TOUR, a multi-market powerhouse stretching from Miami to Savannah to Jacksonville.

In 2026, Turner’s operation enters its most ambitious year yet, solidifying Orange Crush as the leading Black-owned coastal festival brand in the United States.

THE 2026 ORANGE CRUSH TOUR — FULL OFFICIAL SCHEDULE

As curated, trademarked, and produced by Founder George Ransom Turner III

🔥 STOP 1 — MIAMI • Spring Break 2026

South Beach, Miami, FL • March 13–16, 2026

March 14 — Beach Day (South Beach)

Thousands expected for the first major Spring Break wave of the year.

March 14 — Mansion Night Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

A luxury nightlife flagship with DJ sets, celebrity drop-ins, and high-end bottle shows.

March 15 — Luxury Yacht Party (9 PM – 12 AM)

Turner’s signature “floating nightlife” format returns with a sold-out expectation.

🔥 STOP 2 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE • Orange Crush Festival Week 1 (Unofficial Weekend)

Savannah & Tybee Island • April 11–13, 2026

A warm-up weekend known for high student turnout, nightlife energy, branded meetups, and early activation events.

🔥 STOP 3 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE • Orange Crush Festival Week 2 (Official Weekend)

April 17–19, 2026

April 18 — Official Beach Festival (Approved & Scheduled)

The marquee event drawing massive regional attendance with music, culture, influencers, and beach activations.

April 19 — CRUSH THE BLOCK (Hosted by Buns & Basketball)

A full-scale Sunday block party in Allenhurst, GA featuring:

• 50+ adult stars, exotic dancers, and OnlyFans creators

• Live performances

• Basketball showcase

• Food, vendors, and celebrity hosts

• Buns & Basketball CEO ThickOverloadd and team
  This event is already projected to be one of the largest adult-entertainment-crossed-with-sports festival finales in the region.

🔥 STOP 4 — JACKSONVILLE & ITS BEACHES • Juneteenth Weekend 2026

June 19–21, 2026

The newest expansion of the Tour — a strategic move into Florida’s fastest-growing coastal metro.

June 20 — FREE PUBLIC BEACH BASH (Jax Beach)

A massive Juneteenth celebration open to the public with thousands anticipated.

June 19, 20 & 21 — Nightlife Takeover

A three-day rotation of clubs, lounges, rooftops, and beachside venues recognizing Juneteenth through music, freedom, and culture.

THE BUSINESS BEHIND THE MOVEMENT

How Turner Built the First Trademarked Black-Owned Multi-City Beach Festival Brand

Turner’s growth strategy mirrors the frameworks of billion-dollar festival houses:

1. Trademark + IP Control

Orange Crush Festival®

Crush The Block™

Orange Crush University™

Crush Tour™

and multiple name, likeness, and event identity protections.

Owning the brand means owning the culture — and Turner has positioned Orange Crush in a way no imitator can legally challenge.

2. Multi-City Scalability

Rather than depending on a single location, Turner expanded vertically across:

• South Florida (Miami)

• Georgia (Savannah, Tybee, Allenhurst)

• North Florida (Jacksonville)

This diversification makes the tour sustainable and attractive to sponsors, hospitality partners, and investors.

3. Entertainment + Founder Brand Integration

As Plug Not A Rapper, Turner brings music, content, and personality into the ecosystem — a model similar to how Drake influences OVO Fest or Travis Scott anchors Astroworld.

4. High-Growth Market Alignment

Miami, Savannah, and Jacksonville are all undergoing significant tourism and nightlife expansion — and Turner positions Orange Crush as the cultural link connecting each market.

“The Vision Was Always a Tour.”

Turner explains his long-term strategy simply:

“For years people tried to copy the name, copy the look, copy the energy — but you can’t copy ownership. You can’t copy leadership. You can’t copy the person who built the entire foundation.

2026 is the year Orange Crush becomes the blueprint.”

Industry analysts agree: if executed properly, the Crush Tour could become the premier young-adult coastal festival circuit in America, reshaping how Spring Break, Juneteenth, and summer travel are marketed to Gen Z and millennial Black audiences.

THE FUTURE OF THE CRUSH BRAND

Turner’s roadmap includes:

• A multi-city merch line

• A Crush Coin digital expansion

• National partnerships

• A formalized influencer program

• Annual Spring Break and Juneteenth circuits

• Long-term Florida and Georgia economic impact initiatives

With a track record of building organically and legally protecting every move, Turner stands at the front of a cultural empire with room to grow.

As Forbes would summarize it:

Orange Crush isn’t just a festival. It’s an enterprise.

And 2026 is the year the world notices.

“How George Ransom Turner III Is Quietly Building a Multi-City Festival Empire — And Why Jacksonville Marks a New Phase of the Orange Crush Tour”

“How George Ransom Turner III Is Quietly Building a Multi-City Festival Empire — And Why Jacksonville Marks a New Phase of the Orange Crush Tour”

In a festival economy where brands burn out as fast as they go viral, George Ransom Turner III has managed what most entertainment companies spend years trying to achieve: turning a once-local beach gathering into a multi-city, trademarked, culturally authoritative festival empire.

Operating under the names PartyPlugMikey and Plug Not A Rapper, Turner is the founder, architect, and legal trademark owner behind the Orange Crush Festival® — now reintroduced as the ORANGE CRUSH TOUR, a multi-market powerhouse stretching from Miami to Savannah to Jacksonville.

In 2026, Turner’s operation enters its most ambitious year yet, solidifying Orange Crush as the leading Black-owned coastal festival brand in the United States.

THE 2026 ORANGE CRUSH TOUR — FULL OFFICIAL SCHEDULE

As curated, trademarked, and produced by Founder George Ransom Turner III

🔥 STOP 1 — MIAMI • Spring Break 2026

South Beach, Miami, FL • March 13–16, 2026

March 14 — Beach Day (South Beach)

Thousands expected for the first major Spring Break wave of the year.

March 14 — Mansion Night Party (11 PM – 4 AM)

A luxury nightlife flagship with DJ sets, celebrity drop-ins, and high-end bottle shows.

March 15 — Luxury Yacht Party (9 PM – 12 AM)

Turner’s signature “floating nightlife” format returns with a sold-out expectation.

🔥 STOP 2 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE • Orange Crush Festival Week 1 (Unofficial Weekend)

Savannah & Tybee Island • April 11–13, 2026

A warm-up weekend known for high student turnout, nightlife energy, branded meetups, and early activation events.

🔥 STOP 3 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE • Orange Crush Festival Week 2 (Official Weekend)

April 17–19, 2026

April 18 — Official Beach Festival (Approved & Scheduled)

The marquee event drawing massive regional attendance with music, culture, influencers, and beach activations.

April 19 — CRUSH THE BLOCK (Hosted by Buns & Basketball)

A full-scale Sunday block party in Allenhurst, GA featuring:

• 50+ adult stars, exotic dancers, and OnlyFans creators

• Live performances

• Basketball showcase

• Food, vendors, and celebrity hosts

• Buns & Basketball CEO ThickOverloadd and team
  This event is already projected to be one of the largest adult-entertainment-crossed-with-sports festival finales in the region.

🔥 STOP 4 — JACKSONVILLE & ITS BEACHES • Juneteenth Weekend 2026

June 19–21, 2026

The newest expansion of the Tour — a strategic move into Florida’s fastest-growing coastal metro.

June 20 — FREE PUBLIC BEACH BASH (Jax Beach)

A massive Juneteenth celebration open to the public with thousands anticipated.

June 19, 20 & 21 — Nightlife Takeover

A three-day rotation of clubs, lounges, rooftops, and beachside venues recognizing Juneteenth through music, freedom, and culture.

THE BUSINESS BEHIND THE MOVEMENT

How Turner Built the First Trademarked Black-Owned Multi-City Beach Festival Brand

Turner’s growth strategy mirrors the frameworks of billion-dollar festival houses:

1. Trademark + IP Control

Orange Crush Festival®

Crush The Block™

Orange Crush University™

Crush Tour™

and multiple name, likeness, and event identity protections.

Owning the brand means owning the culture — and Turner has positioned Orange Crush in a way no imitator can legally challenge.

2. Multi-City Scalability

Rather than depending on a single location, Turner expanded vertically across:

• South Florida (Miami)

• Georgia (Savannah, Tybee, Allenhurst)

• North Florida (Jacksonville)

This diversification makes the tour sustainable and attractive to sponsors, hospitality partners, and investors.

3. Entertainment + Founder Brand Integration

As Plug Not A Rapper, Turner brings music, content, and personality into the ecosystem — a model similar to how Drake influences OVO Fest or Travis Scott anchors Astroworld.

4. High-Growth Market Alignment

Miami, Savannah, and Jacksonville are all undergoing significant tourism and nightlife expansion — and Turner positions Orange Crush as the cultural link connecting each market.

“The Vision Was Always a Tour.”

Turner explains his long-term strategy simply:

“For years people tried to copy the name, copy the look, copy the energy — but you can’t copy ownership. You can’t copy leadership. You can’t copy the person who built the entire foundation.

2026 is the year Orange Crush becomes the blueprint.”

Industry analysts agree: if executed properly, the Crush Tour could become the premier young-adult coastal festival circuit in America, reshaping how Spring Break, Juneteenth, and summer travel are marketed to Gen Z and millennial Black audiences.

THE FUTURE OF THE CRUSH BRAND

Turner’s roadmap includes:

• A multi-city merch line

• A Crush Coin digital expansion

• National partnerships

• A formalized influencer program

• Annual Spring Break and Juneteenth circuits

• Long-term Florida and Georgia economic impact initiatives

With a track record of building organically and legally protecting every move, Turner stands at the front of a cultural empire with room to grow.

As Forbes would summarize it:

Orange Crush isn’t just a festival. It’s an enterprise.

And 2026 is the year the world notices.

“THE CRUSH DYNASTY: HOW ONE FOUNDER TURNED A BEACH WEEKEND INTO A MULTI-CITY CULTURAL POWERHOUSE — AND WHY JACKSONVILLE IS THE NEXT CHAPTER”

“THE CRUSH DYNASTY: HOW ONE FOUNDER TURNED A BEACH WEEKEND INTO A MULTI-CITY CULTURAL POWERHOUSE — AND WHY JACKSONVILLE IS THE NEXT CHAPTER”

When most people see crowds on a beach, they think “party.”

When George Ransom Turner III sees crowds, he sees infrastructure, culture, brand expansion, and coastal ownership.

From Savannah to Miami to Tybee Island, Turner has rebuilt the Orange Crush Festival® brand into a legally fortified, nationally recognized, multi-city tour — complete with intellectual property rights, organizational structure, nonprofit education initiatives, and a growing roster of partners.

Now the brand plants its next flag:

Jacksonville, Florida — Juneteenth Weekend 2026.

Turner’s dual identity as PartyPlugMikey and Plug Not A Rapper gives the tour a unique blend of street credibility, entertainment value, and business command. It’s rare to see a festival founder who is at once a CEO, a creator, and a cultural figure — but it’s that multidimensional identity that has pulled thousands into the Crush orbit.

The Tour’s Jacksonville Stop Will Include:

• A FREE June 20 Beach Bash

• Nightlife Takeovers on June 19, 20 & 21

• Daytime-to-nighttime curated events across Jacksonville’s beaches

• Travel, culture, fashion, and influencer-driven hype

• The return of the “Crush Coast Aesthetic”

Turner says this year’s tour is about cementing the Crush brand as the undisputed leader in Southeast beach culture.

His words carry weight — especially with official trademarks, name-and-likeness protections, and legal ownership behind every event he produces.

Jacksonville is not an experiment.

It’s the next chapter in a dynasty.

“ORANGE CRUSH TAKES OVER JACKSONVILLE — A JUNETEENTH SUPERWEEKEND POWERED BY STREET ENERGY, BEACH CULTURE & BRAND AUTHORITY”

“ORANGE CRUSH TAKES OVER JACKSONVILLE — A JUNETEENTH SUPERWEEKEND POWERED BY STREET ENERGY, BEACH CULTURE & BRAND AUTHORITY”

If you’ve been online at all, you’ve seen the clips.

Crowds. Beaches. Fits. Parties.

Orange Crush Festival® has become a streetwear + beachwear + nightlife aesthetic all its own.

Now Complex can confirm: the movement touches Jacksonville, Florida next.

June 19–21.

Juneteenth Weekend.

A three-day wave hitting the entire coastline.

This is NOT a small pop-up.

This is a full-scale takeover led by George Ransom Turner III, the founder of the original Orange Crush Festival and the driving force behind the Crush Tour brand.

The Jacksonville activation includes:

🔥 A massive FREE June 20 Beach Bash

🔥 Three nights of parties stretching across downtown, Jax Beach & nightlife districts

🔥 Merch drops, influencer activations, and Plug Not A Rapper tie-ins

🔥 The Crush aesthetic — oranges, neon, street energy, and beach chaos

Turner, who has built one of the South’s most recognizable festival IP portfolios, says Jax will be “the biggest Juneteenth beach celebration Florida has ever seen.”

Considering the crowds Crush pulls, he’s probably right.

HOW NAME, IMAGE & LIKENESS (NIL) LAW PROTECTS ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL®, BUNSANDBASKETBALL™, AND THE ENTIRE 2026 TOUR**

HOW NAME, IMAGE & LIKENESS (NIL) LAW PROTECTS ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL®, BUNSANDBASKETBALL™, AND THE ENTIRE 2026 TOUR**

In today’s entertainment landscape, ownership is everything — and nothing represents ownership more clearly than Name, Image & Likeness law (NIL).

What was once a rule only applied to NCAA athletes has now become one of the most important tools in music, influencer culture, festival branding, and adult entertainment.

For the 2026 Orange Crush Festival® Tour and BunsAndBasketball™ partnership, NIL is not just a legal concept.

It is the foundation of protection, revenue, and long-term brand control.

This is the deeper breakdown — the no-filter, culturally fluent explainer that shows fans, performers, influencers, and creators how NIL law shapes everything happening on the tour.

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WHAT EXACTLY IS NIL? (The Real Definition)

NIL stands for Name, Image, and Likeness — the legally protected rights every individual owns over their:

• Name (stage names, legal names, brand names)

• Image (photos, videos, likeness, footage)

• Likeness (characters, signature looks, poses, public identity)

• Voice (recordings, interviews, performances)

• Brand Identity (logos, slogans, catchphrases)

• Digital Content (online profiles, creators pages, monetized content)

NIL laws allow every individual — artists, influencers, dancers, athletes, models, and brand owners — to:

• Monetize themselves

• Control how their image is used

• Prevent unauthorized usage

• License their likeness for events

• Protect their name from impersonation

NIL is power.

NIL is protection.

NIL is money.

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WHY NIL IS CRUCIAL FOR THE ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® BRAND

For the first time in the event’s 30+ year history, Orange Crush Festival® is officially trademarked and protected, owned by George Ransom Turner III.

NIL law allows Turner to:

1. Protect His Name & Brand Identity

No promoter, college, bar, venue, influencer, or “pop-up” can legally use:

• Orange Crush

• Orange Crush Festival

• Orange Crush Week

• Crush The Block

• Crush Reloaded

• Or any confusingly similar branding

without Turner’s explicit written permission.

2. Control the Official Narrative

Every press release, article, partnership, ticket link, and flyer must legally credit the owner of the brand.

3. Shut Down Unauthorized Fliers or Ticket Pages

NIL gives clear legal pathways for:

• Cease & desists

• DMCA takedowns

• Trademark infringement claims

This prevents the brand from being exploited by outsiders who didn’t create it.

4. Monetize the Brand the Right Way

With NIL + trademark law combined, Turner can:

• License Orange Crush events to partners

• Approve official collaborations

• Protect revenue streams

• Avoid “copycat” events siphoning profits

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WHY NIL IS CRUCIAL FOR BUNSANDBASKETBALL™ AND @ThickOverloadd

The CEO of Buns N Basketball, @ThickOverloadd, is one of the most important faces in modern women’s entertainment sports.

Her NIL is powerful, valuable, and legally protected.

For BunsAndBasketball™ as a brand:

NIL ensures control over:

• The league name

• The concept and format

• The players’ likeness

• Event appearances

• Media usage

• Video distribution

• Merchandising

No one can copy the league, replicate its style, or misrepresent its brand without violating NIL and trademark law.

For the performers:

Every dancer, athlete, creator, and entertainer appearing at Orange Crush or CRUSH THE BLOCK has NIL rights.

This means:

• Their images cannot be used without permission

• Their videos cannot be sold or monetized by unauthorized parties

• They can demand compensation for appearances

• They can set the terms of their likeness usage

• They can track how their brand is used on flyers, ads, or promotions

For women entertainers, NIL is not optional — it’s freedom and financial power.

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HOW NIL PROTECTS THE 50+ ADULT STARS & ONLYFANS CREATORS AT CRUSH THE BLOCK

Creators and adult entertainers have some of the strongest NIL rights in the entire entertainment world because their income directly depends on:

• their face

• their body

• their videos

• their online image

• their recognizability

NIL ensures:

• Nobody can film them and resell content

• Nobody can profit off their likeness without licensing

• Their OnlyFans or Fansly content remains theirs

• Their appearances at Orange Crush events are contractually protected

• Their performances cannot be edited, posted, or monetized without permission

For many of these performers, NIL = safety, respect, control, and payment.

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HOW NIL PROTECTS PERFORMERS AT ORANGE CRUSH AND BUNSANDBASKETBALL EVENTS

Every DJ

Every dancer

Every model

Every influencer

Every artist

Every host

Every athlete

Every adult entertainer

Every brand owner

Every creative director

has NIL rights.

Orange Crush Festival® and BunsAndBasketball™ operate under modern entertainment standards:

• No unauthorized filming for commercial profit

• No mislabeling performers

• No stealing content for brand pages

• No using creator images in ads without approval

• No “free promo” that exploits talent

All talent partnerships are built around fairness and clarity — the exact opposite of how most Spring Break events operate.

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THE NIL PARTNERSHIP MODEL: A NEW ERA FOR SPRING BREAK EVENTS

Every official event in the Orange Crush 2026 Tour is structured according to NIL principles:

1. Everyone gets credited.

Creators, performers, hosts, models — all get recognition and ownership.

2. No one is exploited.

Every image, video, or performance is respected under NIL law.

3. Rights are protected.

Nobody gets impersonated, misrepresented, or erased.

4. Revenue flows fairly.

If your likeness brings value, NIL ensures you’re compensated.

5. The brand is protected from outsiders.

Unauthorized events, knockoff fliers, fake promoters — all blocked legally.

This is the first Spring Break festival run like a real entertainment empire, not a college free-for-all.

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HOW NIL & TRADEMARK LAW WORK TOGETHER

Think of it like this:

Trademark law protects the brand.

NIL law protects the people inside the brand.

Orange Crush Festival® = trademark protected

BunsAndBasketball™ = trademark protected

George Ransom Turner III = NIL protected

@ThickOverloadd = NIL protected

Performers, dancers, creators = NIL protected

Together, these laws form an unstoppable shield.

This makes the Orange Crush x BunsAndBasketball alliance one of the most legitimate, protected, and ownership-driven cultural partnerships in modern youth entertainment.

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THE BOTTOM LINE: NIL IS POWER. NIL IS FREEDOM. NIL IS CULTURE.

The days of:

• stolen fliers

• fake promoters

• unauthorized events

• performers not getting paid

• influencers being used for “promo”

• women being exploited

• brands getting hijacked

are over.

In 2026, the Orange Crush Festival® Tour sets a new standard:

🎯 Respect creators.

🎯 Protect women.

🎯 Pay performers.

🎯 Own your name.

🎯 Guard your likeness.

🎯 Build legally protected culture.

This is the future.

A future created and led by

George Ransom Turner III — Plug Not A Rapper — PartyPlugMikey

and

@ThickOverloadd — CEO of BunsAndBasketball™

A future that belongs not to corporations…

but to the people who built the culture.

**THE UNSTOPPABLE RISE OF ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® & BUNSANDBASKETBALL™: THE MOST POWERFUL, PROTECTED, AND CULTURALLY RELEVANT SPRING BREAK TOUR IN AMERICA**

**THE UNSTOPPABLE RISE OF ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® & BUNSANDBASKETBALL™:

THE MOST POWERFUL, PROTECTED, AND CULTURALLY RELEVANT SPRING BREAK TOUR IN AMERICA**

When people talk about cultural gravity, they’re talking about movements that pull the entire world toward them.

In 2026, that gravitational force is led by two powerhouse brands:

Orange Crush Festival® — the only trademarked Orange Crush event in the nation, owned and created by George Ransom Turner III (Plug Not A Rapper / PartyPlugMikey).

BunsAndBasketball™ — the trademarked women’s league, founded by entertainment mogul @ThickOverloadd, now a global influencer empire blending athletics, nightlife, and social media stardom.

This Spring Break season, these two protected brands collide to produce CRUSH THE BLOCK – Sunday, April 19, an explosive mega-event featuring:

🔥 50+ adult stars

🔥 Exotic dancers

🔥 OnlyFans creators

🔥 Viral influencers

🔥 A full BunsAndBasketball showcase

🔥 Celebrity talent + concert elements

This isn’t just hype.

It’s IP-backed cultural power.

THE POWER OF OWNERSHIP: WHY TRADEMARKS MATTER MORE THAN EVER

What makes this collaboration historic is not just the scale of the event — it’s the legal strength behind both brands.

ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® — A LEGALLY OWNED BRAND

Contrary to years of misinformation, confusion, and unauthorized usage, the truth is simple:

Orange Crush Festival® is a federally protected, officially trademarked brand owned by George Ransom Turner III.

Trademark protection means:

• No other entity can legally market, brand, sell tickets, or promote any “Orange Crush” event without authorization.

• Turner has full legal authority over the name, image, likeness, and commercial use of the event.

• Unauthorized promoters, fliers, ticket links, or “fake” versions are violations of federal IP law.

• All official Orange Crush events now follow a unified, protected narrative and structure.

This festival has evolved from an underground gathering to a fully protected entertainment property.

BUNSANDBASKETBALL™ — A TRADEMARKED WOMEN’S ENTERTAINMENT EMPIRE

Likewise, BunsAndBasketball™ is not a meme, not a temporary trend, and not an “Instagram league.”

It is a trademarked brand, organized business entity, and protected entertainment format owned by @ThickOverloadd.

Trademark protection ensures:

• The league cannot be copied, duplicated, or replicated

• The team name, logos, concept, and likeness belong legally to its CEO

• Licensing, touring, casting, and event appearances are controlled professionally

• Women performers and athletes are not taken advantage of — they operate under a protected brand

Both brands — Orange Crush Festival® and BunsAndBasketball™ — represent the new era of creator ownership and women-led IP dominance.

WHY NAME, IMAGE, & LIKENESS LAW MATTERS FOR THESE BRANDS

In 2025–2026, entertainment, sport, and social media rely almost entirely on NIL law — the right to control your:

• Name

• Image

• Likeness

• Brand identity

• Performance rights

• Merchandising rights

• Digital content rights

Both Orange Crush and BunsAndBasketball operate at the frontier of NIL enforcement.

For Orange Crush Festival®

NIL law protects:

• The festival name

• All official fliers

• Any “Orange Crush” branding

• Merchandise

• Ticket link ownership

• Performer and host agreements

• Digital media usage

This keeps the festival from being exploited, misrepresented, or illegally duplicated.

For BunsAndBasketball™

NIL law protects:

• The performers’ likeness in videos/ads

• The brand’s unique format

• Dancer rights and digital protection

• Monetization of appearances

• Social-media content featuring the players

This legal groundwork ensures that women are paid, protected, and empowered — not exploited.

THE IP ALLIANCE: WHY THIS PARTNERSHIP IS SO IMPORTANT

For the first time in Spring Break history, two legally protected entertainment brands are combining forces.

Most spring break events are:

⬜ Unofficial

⬜ Unorganized

⬜ Copycat

⬜ Unlicensed

⬜ Run without intellectual property

⬜ Vulnerable to shutdowns or lawsuits

Orange Crush Festival® and BunsAndBasketball™ are the opposite:

• Trademarked

• Legally protected

• NIL compliant

• Professional

• Transparent

• Scalable

• Media-ready

• Sponsorship-ready

This partnership symbolizes the future of creator-led entertainment:

Ownership > Hype

Protection > Popularity

Legal Authority > Imitation

THE ORIGIN STORY OF BUNSANDBASKETBALL™

(VERSION RETAINED FROM PREVIOUS ARTICLE BUT EXPANDED)

Before the league became a viral juggernaut… before it landed national press… before women in the league became social-media stars with millions of followers…

There was a visionary: @ThickOverloadd.

She built BunsAndBasketball from the ground up into a high-profit, high-demand touring entity combining:

🏀 Athletic flair

💃 Adult entertainment

📸 Viral internet culture

🎤 Live event production

🔥 Influencer recruitment

What started as a daring idea became a legally protected powerhouse brand.

ORANGE CRUSH WEEKEND SUMMARIES (EXPANDED & HYPED)

🔥 WEEK 1 — MIAMI (March 13–16)

Saturday Beach Day — thousands flood South Beach

Mansion Pool Party (11PM–4AM) — pure nightlife chaos

Sunday Yacht Party (9PM–12AM) — luxury, influencers, dancers, artists

🔥 WEEK 2 — SAVANNAH/TYBEE (April 18–19)

Saturday Approved Beach Festival — the official, trademarked Orange Crush beach takeover

Sunday CRUSH THE BLOCK — 50+ adult stars, full league takeover, concert energy, the largest finale in festival history

**THE MAN AT THE CENTER: GEORGE RANSOM TURNER III

(Plug Not A Rapper / PartyPlugMikey)**

Turner is not just a promoter.

He is the owner, the architect, the strategist, and the legally recognized authority over the entire Orange Crush brand.

His leadership brought:

• Trademark protection

• Organizational legitimacy

• Festival restructuring

• Multi-city expansion

• Sponsorship readiness

• National media visibility

And he did it without selling the culture out.

FINAL WORD: THE FUTURE IS OWNED

Orange Crush Festival® and BunsAndBasketball™ represent something bigger than spring break:

They represent IP ownership in Black entertainment.

They represent women’s economic power.

They represent creator-led business empires.

They represent the shift from “culture being used” to “culture controlling itself.”

2026 isn’t just another year.

It’s the year both brands step fully into their legal power and cultural dominance.

This is the new model.

This is the new standard.

This is the future.

And the future is trademarked.

THE CULTURE COLLISION: HOW BUNS N BASKETBALL IS ELEVATING ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® WEEK 2 INTO A SPRING BREAK SUPER-NOVA EVENT

THE UNSTOPPABLE RISE OF ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL & BUNSANDBASKETBALL:

How Two Powerhouse Brands Collide For the Most Explosive Spring Break Tour in America**

When people talk about cultural gravity, they’re talking about moments, creators, and movements that pull the entire world toward them.

That gravitational pull has a name in 2026:

Orange Crush Festival® — the only officially trademarked Orange Crush event in America, created and owned by George Ransom Turner III, known globally as Plug Not A Rapper / PartyPlugMikey.

And this year, the festival’s most explosive moment comes during Week 2 in Savannah & Tybee, with the arrival of the legendary BunsAndBasketball women’s league — an empire of athleticism, sex appeal, viral culture, influencer dominance, and unapologetic women-led entertainment, all founded by powerhouse mogul @ThickOverloadd.

Together, these two forces ignite CRUSH THE BLOCK – Sunday, April 19, a mega-event featuring:

🔥 50+ adult stars

🔥 Exotic dancers

🔥 OnlyFans superstars

🔥 Celebrity hosts

🔥 A full women’s basketball showcase

🔥 Block party energy + concert energy + nightlife energy in one space

This isn’t a collaboration.

It’s a cultural takeover.

THE ORIGIN OF A MOVEMENT: BUNSANDBASKETBALL

Before the arenas sold out…

Before the viral passes hit millions of views…

Before the roster became a who’s-who of Instagram icons, adult stars, and top-tier dancers…

There was an idea:

What if an all-women’s basketball league combined raw charisma, viral culture, athletic skill, and unfiltered entertainment into one brand?

@ThickOverloadd — entrepreneur, creator, and CEO — didn’t just answer that question…

She built the blueprint.

BunsAndBasketball became:

• A national touring sensation

• A recruiting magnet for models, dancers, content creators, and influencers

• A viral multimedia brand with unmatched audience loyalty

• A league where the women are the stars, the attraction, the talent, AND the business

The brand broke all traditional sports rules and built something new — a hybrid of:

🏀 Streetball

💃 Nightlife culture

📸 Social media virality

🔥 Adult entertainment influence

🎤 Live event energy

Today, BunsAndBasketball isn’t “popular.”

It’s culturally necessary.

And the league’s arrival at Orange Crush Festival Week 2 is historic.

HOW THE COLLABORATION HAPPENED

When Turner — the festival’s founder, trademark owner, and year-round architect — officially launched the Orange Crush Tour expansion, he made one thing clear:

“If we’re going to elevate the entire culture, we need brands who already dominate their space.”

BunsAndBasketball was the first call.

And @ThickOverloadd didn’t hesitate.

The collaboration aligns two movements built for the same audience:

• viral culture

• nightlife energy

• festival crowds

• high-engagement influencers

• adult entertainment crossover

• massive social media presence

• real-world crowd control and monetizable hype

This is why CRUSH THE BLOCK – Sunday, April 19 is already being called the biggest finale in Orange Crush history.

ORANGE CRUSH WEEK 2 — OFFICIAL MAIN EVENTS BREAKDOWN

🔥 SATURDAY, APRIL 18 – OFFICIAL APPROVED BEACH FESTIVAL

Thousands pack the shoreline for the fully recognized, fully organized, officially trademarked Orange Crush beach takeover.

This is the festival’s signature experience:

• Stage activations

• DJs

• Artists

• Beach contests

• Media coverage

• Viral content everywhere

The visuals from this event alone set the tone for the entire spring.

🔥 SUNDAY, APRIL 19 – CRUSH THE BLOCK (Hosted by BunsAndBasketball)

The most anticipated event of Spring Break 2026.

What’s inside:

• Official BunsAndBasketball takeover

• Full women’s showcase & celebrity hosts

• 50+ exotic dancers, OnlyFans creators & adult stars

• Hundreds of influencers

• Vendor marketplace

• Concert elements & live performances

• Car show energy

• Massive block-party production

This is the finale people will talk about for years.

ORANGE CRUSH MIAMI – WEEK 1 (March 13–16, 2026)

The tour begins in South Beach, bringing the festival brand to Miami for the first time.

🔥 Friday – Welcome Takeover

Soft-opening meetups, promo runs, content drops, and brand visibility all through Ocean Drive.

🔥 Saturday, March 14 – Beach Day + Mansion Pool Party (11PM–4AM)

The signature Miami double-header.

Sunset beach-side madness → full-blown mansion party.

Deals secured:

• 100% ticket link ownership

• 10% of entry + bar sales

• Only 10% of expenses (if not covered by door)

This is the kind of business that strengthens the brand.

🔥 Sunday, March 15 — Yacht Party (9PM–12AM)

The luxury event of the tour.

Influencers + artists + dancers + the festival crowd on the water.

High-profile content. High-profile energy.

**THE MAN BEHIND THE MOVEMENT:

GEORGE RANSOM TURNER III**

(Plug Not A Rapper / PartyPlugMikey)

Most festivals belong to committees.

Most spring break events have no leader, no history, and no ownership.

Orange Crush has all three — in one person.

Turner is:

• The trademark owner of the Orange Crush Festival®

• The CEO and executive producer of the tour

• A rising artist/creator in his own right

• A business strategist who rebuilt a decades-old tradition

• A cultural curator with real-world influence

• The bridge between nightlife, entertainment, and youth culture

His artist identity Plug Not A Rapper brings another layer — storytelling, brand presence, and a music catalog that fits the festival energy.

When fans show up, they follow the movement.

And the movement comes from him.

WHAT MAKES THIS YEAR DIFFERENT

Three things:

1. Trademark protection + official ownership

Orange Crush is no longer a “street festival.”

It is a legally recognized, brand-protected, owner-led cultural empire.

2. The largest entertainment lineup in festival history

Especially Week 2 with BunsAndBasketball and 50+ adult entertainment stars.

3. The first-ever multi-city Orange Crush Tour

Miami → Savannah → Tybee

One continuous storyline. One ecosystem. One festival identity.

THE TOUR SUMMARY

Week 1 – Miami, FL (March 13–16)

Beach Day • Mansion Party • Yacht Party

Week 2 – Savannah/Tybee (April 18–19)

Official Beach Festival (Sat) • CRUSH THE BLOCK Hosted by BunsAndBasketball (Sun)

Every event is strategically built to showcase:

• Culture

• Crowd energy

• Viral moments

• Premium entertainment

• Adult crossover appeal

• Music

• Influence

• The power of the Orange Crush brand

FINAL WORD

This isn’t “Spring Break.”

This is a documented cultural moment powered by:

**George Ransom Turner III

Plug Not A Rapper

PartyPlugMikey**

and

**@ThickOverloadd

BunsAndBasketball**

The festival is bigger.

The crowds are bigger.

The stakes are bigger.

The attention is bigger.

And in 2026, everyone will see the truth:

Orange Crush Festival isn’t following the culture — it is the culture.

There are Spring Break weekends, and then there are cultural flashpoints — moments when the noise, the energy, the spectacle, and the people collide into something unforgettable. That’s exactly what’s building toward Sunday, April 19, when Buns N Basketball officially hosts CRUSH THE BLOCK, the finale of Orange Crush Festival® Week 2 on Tybee Island and Savannah.

This partnership is more than a celebrity appearance. It’s a full-scale merger of sport, nightlife, creator culture, and festival identity — all under the direction of George Ransom Turner III, also known as PartyPlugMikey and the rising artist Plug Not A Rapper, the founder and trademark owner behind the Orange Crush brand.

What’s about to happen during Week 2 is the kind of moment that cements legacy: a multi-day spectacle of beach energy, HBCU culture, nightlife dominance, and high-profile adult entertainment talent converging for one of the largest independent Spring Break productions in the Southeast.

Buns N Basketball: The League That Redefined Sports Entertainment

Buns N Basketball isn’t just a women’s entertainment basketball league — it’s a cultural phenomenon. Built on the fusion of athleticism, personality, choreography, and nightlife energy, the league has carved out its own lane in modern entertainment. Their games blend real competition with showmanship; halftime turns into spectacle; and every moment is engineered to go viral.

What makes the league powerful is the community around it — creators, athletes, models, influencers, and fans who treat the brand like a movement. Their following crosses sports, hip-hop, nightlife, dance, and adult entertainment, giving them one of the most unique crossover audiences in the entertainment world.

Bringing Buns N Basketball to Orange Crush Festival® during the highest-attended weekend of the year is a play that elevates the festival into the national conversation. It’s the kind of booking that transforms an event into a cultural headline.

Why Their Hosting of CRUSH THE BLOCK Is So Major

Buns N Basketball hosting CRUSH THE BLOCK is the perfect storm of energy, spectacle, and star power. They bring:

• Mass appeal across sports fans, nightlife followers, and social media audiences

• High-volume content generation, turning every minute into TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube moments

• Celebrity hosting energy, amplifying the festival finale into a marquee moment

• Viral visibility, increasing reach for the entire Orange Crush brand

• Cross-demographic draw that merges festival-goers, athletes, influencers, and adult entertainment fans

Their presence brings legitimacy to the entertainment value, elevates the spectacle of the finale, and broadens the festival’s appeal beyond a beach weekend into a full-fledged cultural celebration.

The Full Orange Crush Week 2 Lineup: A Multi-Day Cultural Takeover

Friday, April 17 — Celebrity Nightlife Kickoff

The momentum begins as influencers, students, artists, and celebrity guests flood the city. Nightlife venues light up with festival-themed events, VIP activations, and curated performances that set the tone for the wildest weekend of Spring Break.

Saturday, April 18 — The Official Tybee Island Beach Festival (APPROVED)

This is the centerpiece: a full-day, fully approved beach festival powered by music, movement, and crowd energy. With DJs, curated sets, performances, vendors, live content stations, fashion activations, and thousands of students descending on the shoreline, Saturday becomes the visual identity of Orange Crush Festival®.

Plug Not A Rapper’s music surges through the event, giving the day its pulse and connecting festival culture directly back to the founder.

Sunday, April 19 — CRUSH THE BLOCK Hosted by Buns N Basketball

The finale transforms Tybee and Savannah into a massive block-party experience blending car culture, music, creators, performers, and festival energy. Streets turn into celebration zones, packed with live performances, celebrity appearances, competitions, and the main spectacle — Buns N Basketball taking over hosting duties with their signature style of entertainment and high-energy presence.

The event becomes a melting pot of sports entertainment, urban festival culture, nightlife flair, and creator-driven hype — a blockbuster ending to a festival weekend already set to break attendance records.

The Role of 50+ Adult Stars, Exotic Dancers & OnlyFans Creators

One of the boldest elements of the Week 2 lineup is the inclusion of more than 50 adult entertainment celebrities, exotic dancers, and OnlyFans creators — and it’s a strategic, high-impact move.

These performers bring massive online audiences, professional entertainment value, and a level of nightlife energy that intensifies the weekend. Their presence fuels VIP sales, social media attention, and premium content moments. The crossover between creator culture and festival culture expands the reach of Orange Crush beyond the beach and into digital entertainment communities nationwide.

Their involvement in CRUSH THE BLOCK and the surrounding nightlife events positions Orange Crush Festival® as one of the most diverse and entertainment-forward Spring Break productions in the country.

The Vision Behind the Weekend

At the center of it all is George Ransom Turner III — the founder, trademark owner, public face, and creative engine behind the Orange Crush brand. His dual identity as PartyPlugMikey and music artist Plug Not A Rapper fuels the soundtrack, the vision, and the momentum behind the festival.

Turner’s leadership has transformed Orange Crush Festival® into a multi-market, multi-weekend cultural force, merging beach culture, HBCU energy, nightlife spectacle, and curated entertainment into a modern festival identity that stands apart from any other Spring Break event in the country.

Week 2 — powered by Buns N Basketball, adult creators, performers, influencers, and the official brand — represents the peak of that vision.

The Cultural Impact: A Festival Becoming a Legacy

Orange Crush Festival® is more than a weekend — it’s a movement that blends music, creators, fandom, and cultural expression into an evolving modern Spring Break empire.

The addition of Buns N Basketball, combined with the spectacle of CRUSH THE BLOCK and the star-powered creator lineup, transforms Week 2 into a defining event for 2026.

This is where entertainment meets athleticism, where music meets nightlife, where creator culture meets festival culture — and where Orange Crush Festival® cements itself as the most influential independent Spring Break festival brand in the Southeast.

THE CULTURE COLLISION: HOW BUNS N BASKETBALL IS ELEVATING ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® WEEK 2 INTO A SPRING BREAK SUPER-NOVA EVENT

THE CULTURE COLLISION: HOW BUNS N BASKETBALL IS ELEVATING ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL® WEEK 2 INTO A SPRING BREAK SUPER-NOVA EVENT

There are Spring Break weekends, and then there are cultural flashpoints — moments when the noise, the energy, the spectacle, and the people collide into something unforgettable. That’s exactly what’s building toward Sunday, April 19, when Buns N Basketball officially hosts CRUSH THE BLOCK, the finale of Orange Crush Festival® Week 2 on Tybee Island and Savannah.

This partnership is more than a celebrity appearance. It’s a full-scale merger of sport, nightlife, creator culture, and festival identity — all under the direction of George Ransom Turner III, also known as PartyPlugMikey and the rising artist Plug Not A Rapper, the founder and trademark owner behind the Orange Crush brand.

What’s about to happen during Week 2 is the kind of moment that cements legacy: a multi-day spectacle of beach energy, HBCU culture, nightlife dominance, and high-profile adult entertainment talent converging for one of the largest independent Spring Break productions in the Southeast.

Buns N Basketball: The League That Redefined Sports Entertainment

Buns N Basketball isn’t just a women’s entertainment basketball league — it’s a cultural phenomenon. Built on the fusion of athleticism, personality, choreography, and nightlife energy, the league has carved out its own lane in modern entertainment. Their games blend real competition with showmanship; halftime turns into spectacle; and every moment is engineered to go viral.

What makes the league powerful is the community around it — creators, athletes, models, influencers, and fans who treat the brand like a movement. Their following crosses sports, hip-hop, nightlife, dance, and adult entertainment, giving them one of the most unique crossover audiences in the entertainment world.

Bringing Buns N Basketball to Orange Crush Festival® during the highest-attended weekend of the year is a play that elevates the festival into the national conversation. It’s the kind of booking that transforms an event into a cultural headline.

Why Their Hosting of CRUSH THE BLOCK Is So Major

Buns N Basketball hosting CRUSH THE BLOCK is the perfect storm of energy, spectacle, and star power. They bring:

• Mass appeal across sports fans, nightlife followers, and social media audiences

• High-volume content generation, turning every minute into TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube moments

• Celebrity hosting energy, amplifying the festival finale into a marquee moment

• Viral visibility, increasing reach for the entire Orange Crush brand

• Cross-demographic draw that merges festival-goers, athletes, influencers, and adult entertainment fans

Their presence brings legitimacy to the entertainment value, elevates the spectacle of the finale, and broadens the festival’s appeal beyond a beach weekend into a full-fledged cultural celebration.

The Full Orange Crush Week 2 Lineup: A Multi-Day Cultural Takeover

Friday, April 17 — Celebrity Nightlife Kickoff

The momentum begins as influencers, students, artists, and celebrity guests flood the city. Nightlife venues light up with festival-themed events, VIP activations, and curated performances that set the tone for the wildest weekend of Spring Break.

Saturday, April 18 — The Official Tybee Island Beach Festival (APPROVED)

This is the centerpiece: a full-day, fully approved beach festival powered by music, movement, and crowd energy. With DJs, curated sets, performances, vendors, live content stations, fashion activations, and thousands of students descending on the shoreline, Saturday becomes the visual identity of Orange Crush Festival®.

Plug Not A Rapper’s music surges through the event, giving the day its pulse and connecting festival culture directly back to the founder.

Sunday, April 19 — CRUSH THE BLOCK Hosted by Buns N Basketball

The finale transforms Tybee and Savannah into a massive block-party experience blending car culture, music, creators, performers, and festival energy. Streets turn into celebration zones, packed with live performances, celebrity appearances, competitions, and the main spectacle — Buns N Basketball taking over hosting duties with their signature style of entertainment and high-energy presence.

The event becomes a melting pot of sports entertainment, urban festival culture, nightlife flair, and creator-driven hype — a blockbuster ending to a festival weekend already set to break attendance records.

The Role of 50+ Adult Stars, Exotic Dancers & OnlyFans Creators

One of the boldest elements of the Week 2 lineup is the inclusion of more than 50 adult entertainment celebrities, exotic dancers, and OnlyFans creators — and it’s a strategic, high-impact move.

These performers bring massive online audiences, professional entertainment value, and a level of nightlife energy that intensifies the weekend. Their presence fuels VIP sales, social media attention, and premium content moments. The crossover between creator culture and festival culture expands the reach of Orange Crush beyond the beach and into digital entertainment communities nationwide.

Their involvement in CRUSH THE BLOCK and the surrounding nightlife events positions Orange Crush Festival® as one of the most diverse and entertainment-forward Spring Break productions in the country.

The Vision Behind the Weekend

At the center of it all is George Ransom Turner III — the founder, trademark owner, public face, and creative engine behind the Orange Crush brand. His dual identity as PartyPlugMikey and music artist Plug Not A Rapper fuels the soundtrack, the vision, and the momentum behind the festival.

Turner’s leadership has transformed Orange Crush Festival® into a multi-market, multi-weekend cultural force, merging beach culture, HBCU energy, nightlife spectacle, and curated entertainment into a modern festival identity that stands apart from any other Spring Break event in the country.

Week 2 — powered by Buns N Basketball, adult creators, performers, influencers, and the official brand — represents the peak of that vision.

The Cultural Impact: A Festival Becoming a Legacy

Orange Crush Festival® is more than a weekend — it’s a movement that blends music, creators, fandom, and cultural expression into an evolving modern Spring Break empire.

The addition of Buns N Basketball, combined with the spectacle of CRUSH THE BLOCK and the star-powered creator lineup, transforms Week 2 into a defining event for 2026.

This is where entertainment meets athleticism, where music meets nightlife, where creator culture meets festival culture — and where Orange Crush Festival® cements itself as the most influential independent Spring Break festival brand in the Southeast.

Orange Crush Festival® Spring Break Tour 2026 (@OrangeCrush.Festival)

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by George Ransom Turner III (aka PartyPlugMikey and Plug Not A Rapper), is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city, multi-weekend takeover. This is not just a festival — it’s a movement, a cultural reset, and a music-driven lifestyle experience that spans Miami, Savannah, and Tybee Island.

With Turner at the helm, Orange Crush Festival® and its sister brand Crush Reloaded™ deliver unmatched production, high-energy performances, and immersive experiences. Every beat, activation, and activation space is curated for maximum impact, creating the official soundtrack of Spring Break 2026.

Miami Spring Break: March 13–16, 2026

• Saturday, March 14 — Beach Day & Mansion Party:
  The festival ignites with a full-day beach takeover on South Beach, where the sun, sand, and surf meet nonstop music, games, and influencer-driven activations. Attendees dive into interactive competitions, beach volleyball tournaments, and high-energy DJ sets, building anticipation for the night’s mansion party, where Miami’s elite social scene collides with Orange Crush’s signature festival energy. Poolside VIP sections, photogenic lounges, and curated performances by Plug Not A Rapper turn the mansion into the ultimate Spring Break playground. This is Miami like you’ve never experienced it before, where the weekend vibe is controlled, the energy is unmatched, and every moment is shareable across social media.

• Sunday, March 15 — Yacht Party:
  The Miami finale elevates the festival experience with a luxury yacht takeover along the sparkling Miami skyline. Attendees experience curated live performances, DJ sets, and exclusive VIP hospitality while Plug Not A Rapper’s tracks provide the official festival soundtrack. Every deck becomes a stage, every guest a part of the action, and every wave a backdrop for memories that last far beyond the weekend. The yacht party isn’t just an event — it’s a floating spectacle, combining exclusivity, energy, and viral moments.

Savannah & Tybee Island: April 10–12 & April 17–19, 2026

• Week 1 — Savannah Beach Festival (April 10–12):
  Savannah transforms into a festival city, attracting HBCU students, creators, and influencers from across the South. From sunrise beach workouts to daytime pool and sand activations, the weekend is packed with music, games, and curated experiences. Plug Not A Rapper leads the official soundtrack, syncing beats to energy levels and creating a dynamic, immersive atmosphere. At night, attendees take over Savannah nightlife with VIP lounges, celebrity appearances, and festival-themed parties, all reinforcing the Orange Crush Festival® brand as the ultimate Spring Break authority.

• Week 2 — Tybee Island Beach Festival & Crush The Block Finale (April 17–19):

Day 1 — Beach Festival:

Tybee Island hosts a full-day beach festival, packed with interactive games, food and beverage experiences, live performances, and DJ sets. Curated activations bring festival-goers together in a high-energy, fully immersive environment, while Plug Not A Rapper’s tracks pulse as the official soundtrack. From sunrise to sunset, attendees engage with art, music, and culture, all under the trusted Orange Crush Festival® brand.

Day 2 — Crush The Block Finale:

The weekend reaches its peak with Crush The Block, a street-level block party extravaganza featuring car shows, celebrity guests, live music, and interactive festival experiences. Streets transform into an urban playground where fans can connect, dance, and celebrate under the official Orange Crush banner. This finale is the epitome of energy, influence, and brand authority, turning Tybee Island into a Spring Break destination like no other.

Founder & Music Integration

At the heart of Orange Crush Festival® is George Ransom Turner III, the founder, CEO, and creative mastermind. His music, as Plug Not A Rapper, drives the energy, hype, and narrative of every event. Each track is carefully curated to match festival activations, VIP moments, and block-party atmospheres, creating a cohesive, unforgettable experience for attendees.

“Every event is a moment of culture, energy, and influence,” Turner explains. “Orange Crush Festival® isn’t just about the weekend — it’s about building memories, controlling the narrative, and defining Spring Break culture.”

Cultural Impact & Brand Authority

Orange Crush Festival® is the only official Spring Break festival controlled by its founder, ensuring:

• Narrative & Brand Control: Every event, social post, and media mention reinforces the official festival brand.

• HBCU & Community Engagement: Festivals bring together students, creators, and local communities.

• Economic & Cultural Influence: Each weekend drives tourism, supports local businesses, and positions Orange Crush Festival® as the cultural epicenter of Spring Break.

Tickets & Information

Tickets, VIP packages, and detailed weekend itineraries are available at:

[OrangeCrushTickets.com]

Follow the official festival on social media:

• Instagram / TikTok: @OrangeCrushFestival

• Music & Soundtrack: Plug Not A Rapper on Apple Music

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by (@Party.Plug.Mikey) George Ransom Turner III, is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city tour that redefines the festival experience.

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by (@Party.Plug.Mikey) George Ransom Turner III, is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city tour that redefines the festival experience. Spanning Miami, Savannah, and Tybee Island, the festival delivers a combination of beach culture, nightlife, VIP experiences, and street-level block parties, all curated under the trusted Orange Crush Festival® brand.

Orange Crush Festival® and Crush Reloaded™ have grown into the definitive Spring Break experience, fusing music, culture, and lifestyle into immersive, memorable weekends. Turner, also known in the music world as Plug Not A Rapper and socially as PartyPlugMikey, leads every event with unmatched creative direction, crowd management, and music integration.

2026 Tour Dates & Detailed Event Highlights

Miami Spring Break: March 13–16, 2026

• Saturday, March 14 — Beach Day & Mansion Party:
  The festival kicks off in South Beach with a full day dedicated to sun, sand, and curated beach entertainment. Attendees enjoy interactive games, live DJ sets, and social activations designed to maximize both engagement and energy. The beach sets the tone for the evening, which transitions into a high-energy mansion pool party. Here, VIP access meets festival culture — influencer experiences, photo-worthy setups, and exclusive performances bring Miami’s nightlife to life under the Orange Crush banner.

• Sunday, March 15 — Yacht Party:
  The Miami weekend finale takes the party to the water. Festival-goers board luxury yachts for an unforgettable cruise along the Miami skyline, featuring live performances and DJ sets powered by Plug Not A Rapper, the festival’s official soundtrack. The yacht party blends VIP exclusivity with mass appeal, offering attendees an elevated Spring Break experience while reinforcing Orange Crush Festival® as the leader in curated events.

Savannah & Tybee Island: April 10–12 & April 17–19, 2026

• Week 1 — Savannah Beach Festival (April 10–12):
  Savannah hosts the festival’s HBCU-inspired weekend, attracting students, creators, and festival-goers from across the region. The weekend combines beachside performances, interactive activations, and nightlife experiences designed to celebrate Black college culture and festival traditions. Curated music sets, beach games, and social experiences create a fully immersive weekend that connects attendees with the festival’s cultural DNA.

• Week 2 — Tybee Island Beach Festival & Crush The Block Finale (April 17–19):
  The festival culminates with a multi-day experience on Tybee Island. Day 1 – Beach Festival: Attendees enjoy full-day beach programming, including live music, interactive performances, and curated sets by Plug Not A Rapper. Activations include food, art, and fashion elements that reflect Orange Crush’s commitment to community and cultural impact.

Day 2 – Crush The Block Finale:

The final day transforms local streets into a high-energy block party, featuring car shows, celebrity guest appearances, street performances, and live music. This event highlights the festival’s signature integration of music, culture, and community, solidifying Orange Crush Festival® as the premier Spring Break movement. Crowd management, curated experiences, and social media activations ensure that every attendee becomes part of the festival’s story.

Founder & Music Integration

At the center of Orange Crush Festival® is George Ransom Turner III. His dual role as founder and music artist ensures that the festival is both curated and sonically driven. His tracks as Plug Not A Rapper provide the official soundtrack for every main event, blending twerk anthems, viral hip-hop hits, and high-energy beats that keep crowds engaged and social feeds buzzing.

“Every track, every activation, every moment is intentional,” Turner explains. “Orange Crush Festival® is about creating unforgettable experiences while controlling the culture and the narrative of Spring Break.”

Cultural Significance & Brand Authority

Orange Crush Festival® continues to set the standard for Spring Break culture:

• Ownership & Narrative Control: All events, media coverage, and branding are officially tied to George Ransom Turner III and the Orange Crush Festival® trademark.

• HBCU & Community Engagement: Festival weekends actively involve HBCU students, local creators, and cultural influencers.

• Economic & Social Impact: Festivals generate tourism, support local businesses, and provide platforms for emerging artists and cultural voices.

Tickets & Information

Tickets, VIP packages, and detailed weekend itineraries are available at:

[Insert Festival Website]

Follow the official festival on social media:

• Instagram / TikTok: @OrangeCrushFestival

• Music & Soundtrack: Plug Not A Rapper on Apple Music

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by (@Party.Plug.Mikey) George Ransom Turner III, is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city tour that redefines the festival experience.

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by (@Party.Plug.Mikey) George Ransom Turner III, is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city tour that redefines the festival experience. Spanning Miami, Savannah, and Tybee Island, the festival delivers a combination of beach culture, nightlife, VIP experiences, and street-level block parties, all curated under the trusted Orange Crush Festival® brand.

Orange Crush Festival® and Crush Reloaded™ have grown into the definitive Spring Break experience, fusing music, culture, and lifestyle into immersive, memorable weekends. Turner, also known in the music world as Plug Not A Rapper and socially as PartyPlugMikey, leads every event with unmatched creative direction, crowd management, and music integration.

2026 Tour Dates & Detailed Event Highlights

Miami Spring Break: March 13–16, 2026

• Saturday, March 14 — Beach Day & Mansion Party:
  The festival kicks off in South Beach with a full day dedicated to sun, sand, and curated beach entertainment. Attendees enjoy interactive games, live DJ sets, and social activations designed to maximize both engagement and energy. The beach sets the tone for the evening, which transitions into a high-energy mansion pool party. Here, VIP access meets festival culture — influencer experiences, photo-worthy setups, and exclusive performances bring Miami’s nightlife to life under the Orange Crush banner.

• Sunday, March 15 — Yacht Party:
  The Miami weekend finale takes the party to the water. Festival-goers board luxury yachts for an unforgettable cruise along the Miami skyline, featuring live performances and DJ sets powered by Plug Not A Rapper, the festival’s official soundtrack. The yacht party blends VIP exclusivity with mass appeal, offering attendees an elevated Spring Break experience while reinforcing Orange Crush Festival® as the leader in curated events.

Savannah & Tybee Island: April 10–12 & April 17–19, 2026

• Week 1 — Savannah Beach Festival (April 10–12):
  Savannah hosts the festival’s HBCU-inspired weekend, attracting students, creators, and festival-goers from across the region. The weekend combines beachside performances, interactive activations, and nightlife experiences designed to celebrate Black college culture and festival traditions. Curated music sets, beach games, and social experiences create a fully immersive weekend that connects attendees with the festival’s cultural DNA.

• Week 2 — Tybee Island Beach Festival & Crush The Block Finale (April 17–19):
  The festival culminates with a multi-day experience on Tybee Island. Day 1 – Beach Festival: Attendees enjoy full-day beach programming, including live music, interactive performances, and curated sets by Plug Not A Rapper. Activations include food, art, and fashion elements that reflect Orange Crush’s commitment to community and cultural impact.

Day 2 – Crush The Block Finale:

The final day transforms local streets into a high-energy block party, featuring car shows, celebrity guest appearances, street performances, and live music. This event highlights the festival’s signature integration of music, culture, and community, solidifying Orange Crush Festival® as the premier Spring Break movement. Crowd management, curated experiences, and social media activations ensure that every attendee becomes part of the festival’s story.

Founder & Music Integration

At the center of Orange Crush Festival® is George Ransom Turner III. His dual role as founder and music artist ensures that the festival is both curated and sonically driven. His tracks as Plug Not A Rapper provide the official soundtrack for every main event, blending twerk anthems, viral hip-hop hits, and high-energy beats that keep crowds engaged and social feeds buzzing.

“Every track, every activation, every moment is intentional,” Turner explains. “Orange Crush Festival® is about creating unforgettable experiences while controlling the culture and the narrative of Spring Break.”

Cultural Significance & Brand Authority

Orange Crush Festival® continues to set the standard for Spring Break culture:

• Ownership & Narrative Control: All events, media coverage, and branding are officially tied to George Ransom Turner III and the Orange Crush Festival® trademark.

• HBCU & Community Engagement: Festival weekends actively involve HBCU students, local creators, and cultural influencers.

• Economic & Social Impact: Festivals generate tourism, support local businesses, and provide platforms for emerging artists and cultural voices.

Tickets & Information

Tickets, VIP packages, and detailed weekend itineraries are available at:

[Insert Festival Website]

Follow the official festival on social media:

• Instagram / TikTok: @OrangeCrushFestival

• Music & Soundtrack: Plug Not A Rapper on Apple Music

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by (@Party.Plug.Mikey) George Ransom Turner III, is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city tour that redefines the festival experience. Spa

The official Orange Crush Festival®, founded and owned by (@Party.Plug.Mikey) George Ransom Turner III, is back for Spring Break 2026 with a multi-city tour that redefines the festival experience. Spanning Miami, Savannah, and Tybee Island, the festival delivers a combination of beach culture, nightlife, VIP experiences, and street-level block parties, all curated under the trusted Orange Crush Festival® brand.

Orange Crush Festival® and Crush Reloaded™ have grown into the definitive Spring Break experience, fusing music, culture, and lifestyle into immersive, memorable weekends. Turner, also known in the music world as Plug Not A Rapper and socially as PartyPlugMikey, leads every event with unmatched creative direction, crowd management, and music integration.

2026 Tour Dates & Detailed Event Highlights

Miami Spring Break: March 13–16, 2026

• Saturday, March 14 — Beach Day & Mansion Party:
  The festival kicks off in South Beach with a full day dedicated to sun, sand, and curated beach entertainment. Attendees enjoy interactive games, live DJ sets, and social activations designed to maximize both engagement and energy. The beach sets the tone for the evening, which transitions into a high-energy mansion pool party. Here, VIP access meets festival culture — influencer experiences, photo-worthy setups, and exclusive performances bring Miami’s nightlife to life under the Orange Crush banner.

• Sunday, March 15 — Yacht Party:
  The Miami weekend finale takes the party to the water. Festival-goers board luxury yachts for an unforgettable cruise along the Miami skyline, featuring live performances and DJ sets powered by Plug Not A Rapper, the festival’s official soundtrack. The yacht party blends VIP exclusivity with mass appeal, offering attendees an elevated Spring Break experience while reinforcing Orange Crush Festival® as the leader in curated events.

Savannah & Tybee Island: April 10–12 & April 17–19, 2026

• Week 1 — Savannah Beach Festival (April 10–12):
  Savannah hosts the festival’s HBCU-inspired weekend, attracting students, creators, and festival-goers from across the region. The weekend combines beachside performances, interactive activations, and nightlife experiences designed to celebrate Black college culture and festival traditions. Curated music sets, beach games, and social experiences create a fully immersive weekend that connects attendees with the festival’s cultural DNA.

• Week 2 — Tybee Island Beach Festival & Crush The Block Finale (April 17–19):
  The festival culminates with a multi-day experience on Tybee Island. Day 1 – Beach Festival: Attendees enjoy full-day beach programming, including live music, interactive performances, and curated sets by Plug Not A Rapper. Activations include food, art, and fashion elements that reflect Orange Crush’s commitment to community and cultural impact.

Day 2 – Crush The Block Finale:

The final day transforms local streets into a high-energy block party, featuring car shows, celebrity guest appearances, street performances, and live music. This event highlights the festival’s signature integration of music, culture, and community, solidifying Orange Crush Festival® as the premier Spring Break movement. Crowd management, curated experiences, and social media activations ensure that every attendee becomes part of the festival’s story.

Founder & Music Integration

At the center of Orange Crush Festival® is George Ransom Turner III. His dual role as founder and music artist ensures that the festival is both curated and sonically driven. His tracks as Plug Not A Rapper provide the official soundtrack for every main event, blending twerk anthems, viral hip-hop hits, and high-energy beats that keep crowds engaged and social feeds buzzing.

“Every track, every activation, every moment is intentional,” Turner explains. “Orange Crush Festival® is about creating unforgettable experiences while controlling the culture and the narrative of Spring Break.”

Cultural Significance & Brand Authority

Orange Crush Festival® continues to set the standard for Spring Break culture:

• Ownership & Narrative Control: All events, media coverage, and branding are officially tied to George Ransom Turner III and the Orange Crush Festival® trademark.

• HBCU & Community Engagement: Festival weekends actively involve HBCU students, local creators, and cultural influencers.

• Economic & Social Impact: Festivals generate tourism, support local businesses, and provide platforms for emerging artists and cultural voices.

Tickets & Information

Tickets, VIP packages, and detailed weekend itineraries are available at:

[Insert Festival Website]

Follow the official festival on social media:

• Instagram / TikTok: @OrangeCrushFestival

• Music & Soundtrack: Plug Not A Rapper on Apple Music