Each week, Arts Orange County and Culture OC deliver you this look at the stories and events happening in our arts and cultural community.

SoCal Ballet Scene Festival 2025

Over 50 ballet performers and companies from around Southern California come together on the Irvine Barclay Theatre stage for one of the biggest annual celebrations of dance in our region MORE

It’s Culture OC’s Second Anniversary, and We Have a Lot to Celebrate!

Two years ago this month, Culture OC opened its digital doors and invited readers to immerse themselves in our community's rich bounty of arts, culture, food and entertainment. Employing some of Southern California's most experienced and celebrated arts and culture journalists, we stepped up to provide the kind of coverage that is fast disappearing from the journalistic landscape. Over the last 24 months, we’ve expanded our reach and depth and accumulated 43 local, regional and national awards along the way.

Creep It Real OC Grows Into a Spooky Orange County Tradition

Halloween shopping, entertainment and fun return to the Heritage Museum in Santa Ana this month.

Tokyo Central’s Viral Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurant Waka Sakura Arrives in Irvine

REVIEW: The reasonably priced sushi at Waka Sakura is worth the wait, even with a standby list that tests your patience and plating that sometimes feels rushed.

Autumn Brings a New Season of Arts and Culture to Orange County

Fall 2025 offers audiences everything from adventurous debuts to time-tested favorites across the O.C. arts and culture scene.

Each week, we recommend a variety of events and experiences from the listings at SparkOC.com, our free website for Orange County's arts and cultural community.

Fall Exhibits Opening Reception

Anaheim's Muzeo celebrates the opening of the 61st Annual Anaheim Art Association Juried Exhibition as well as a new exhibit dedicated to the history and artistry of lowrider culture MORE

Heartbeat of Mexico

The Musco Center at Chapman University's annual free festival brings Aztec dancers and mariachi singers to two stages in a spectacular tribute to Mexican art and culture MORE

Maritime Festival

The Ocean Institute in Dana Point celebrates the history and legends of the seas with tall ships, cannon battles, and even photo opportunities with mermaids MORE

Orange County Storytelling Celebration

If you have a story to tell or have always thought about putting one on paper, Fullerton's Nite Owl Cafe is hosting an open mic for local writers to share their words and meet their peers MORE