Fun Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend

Beachgoers watch body surfers, surfers, and body boarders attempt to ride an 8-12 foot day at The Wedge in Newport Beach, Calif., on July 19, 2022. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

OC Japan Fair in Costa Mesa

Offering the best of food, culture, and art from Japan, the 12th annual Orange County Japan Fair is one of the largest of its kind in Southern California. Explore over 130 booths featuring Japanese entertainment, tradition, pop culture, and tasty delights! Aside from vibrant performances, the Tuna Cutting Show will return after its 2021 success and serve some of the freshest tuna sushi in the United States. Back by popular demand, this colorful celebration expects to see more than 45,000 visitors throughout the weekend.

OC Fair & Event Center. 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa. Friday to Sunday, times vary. Admission $10, children under 6 and adults over 65 enter for free. For more information.

Award-Winning ‘Eternal Spring’ Comes to Orange

“Eternal Spring” will play in select AMC Theatres nationwide starting on Oct. 20. Selected as Canada’s entry for the 2023 Oscars for Best International Film, the documentary reconstructs a daring operation in 2002 by a group of Chinese citizens who risked their lives to bring uncensored news to China. “Eternal Spring” is an exhilarating tale of determination to speak up for political and religious freedoms, no matter the cost. If weekend attendance is high, the week-long screening may be extended another week.