ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL 2025 TYBEE RECAPS
2026 Updates
🔶 WEEK 1 — HISTORIC ORANGE CRUSH® WEEKEND
APRIL 9–13, 2026
🍊ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL WEEK 1 (MAIN EVENTS)
• FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Henry Street Bistro — Nightlife Main Event
• SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Henry Street Bistro — Nightlife Main Event
📌 Week 1 celebrates the historic HBCU Spring Break tradition.
🔷WEEK 2 — ORANGE CRUSH® AFTERMATH: CRUSH RELOADED™
APRIL 16–19, 2026
🍊ORANGE CRUSH FESTIVAL 2.0 CRUSH RELOADED (MAIN EVENTS)
• THURSDAY, APRIL 16 — CRUSH THE MIC Henry Street Bistro —Music Showcase
• FRIDAY, APRIL 17 Henry Street Bistro — Nightlife Main Event
• SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Henry Street Bistro — Nightlife Main Event
• SUNDAY, APRIL 19 CRUSH THE BLOCK® — Allenhurst, GA (Private Property Finale)
what HAPPENED?
The Orange Crush Festival 2025 marked a significant milestone in its history by being officially permitted for the first time in decades. Held on Saturday, April 19, on Tybee Island, Georgia, the event attracted an estimated 50,000 attendees, primarily from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the Southeast.
🎉 Festival Highlights
Official Permitting: After years of operating without official approval, organizers secured a permit for the 2025 event, allowing for structured planning and coordination with local authorities.
Entertainment: The festival featured a main stage near the 14½ Street crossover, hosting DJs and live performances throughout the day.
Community Engagement: Local businesses participated by offering refreshments and services, while volunteers assisted in maintaining cleanliness and order.
🚓 Safety and Security Measures
To ensure a safe environment for all participants, extensive measures were implemented:
Law Enforcement Presence: Approximately 160 officers from various agencies were deployed to manage crowds and traffic.
Traffic Control: Barricades and checkpoints were established to regulate vehicle flow, resulting in improved traffic conditions compared to previous years.
Curfew Enforcement: A curfew was instituted to mitigate late-night disturbances and ensure public safety.
🏖️ Cultural Significance
Originating in 1989 as a spring break gathering for Savannah State University students, Orange Crush has evolved into a prominent cultural event celebrating Black college life. The 2025 festival’s official status marked a turning point, fostering a more inclusive and organized celebration.
The successful execution of Orange Crush 2025 demonstrated the positive outcomes of collaboration between event organizers and local authorities, setting a precedent for future festivals.
