Freedom LA – Japanese Music Festival in OC Japan Fair at OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa, CA
Freedom LA – Japanese Music Festival in OC Japan Fair at OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa, CA
Don’t miss this upcoming event in Costa Mesa, CA. Happening on Friday, October 17, 2025 at OC Fair & Event Center. Doors open at 4:00 PM.
In a special collaboration with OC Japan Fair, Freedom LA is bringing its second music festival from Japan to Southern California, celebrating the best of Japanese music!
When:
10/17 (FRI) 4:00PM-10:00PM
10/18 (SAT) 12:00PM-10:00PM
10/19 (SUN) 11:00AM-7:00PM
Where:
OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER: 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
The Hangar (inside of OC Japan Fair)
Check out our official website and Instagram!
※日本のカードでご購入の方
日本発行のクレジットカードの場合、Zip code欄には00000を入力し次に進んでください。For credit cards issued in Japan, enter 00000 in the Zip code field and proceed to the next step.
About Freedom LA:
We are a music festival from Japan celebrating Japanese music in the Los Angeles area, California. It is a live music concert event that showcases artists who live in the United States and Japan who are dedicated to Japanese music. The mission of this event is to promote the enjoyment of Japanese music, culture, drinks, and food.
Get full admission to OC Japan Fair when you purchase Freedom LA ticket!
– EARLY BIRD TICKETS –
Until Aug.31st: $14
Sep.1st – Oct.16th, 11:59pm: $17
– GENERAL ADMISSION –
After Oct.17th, 12:00am: $20
Only cash payments are accepted at the entrance; otherwise, purchases can be made from this page.
– GOLD AREA ACCESS –
One-day: $10
The Gold Area, located right in front of the stage, is a special viewing area where you can comfortably enjoy the live performances seated. It’s perfect for those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the show in a more relaxed setting. Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours early.
Children 6 and under & over 65 are FREE (no ticket required).
*We have limited ticket sales – tickets may sell out without notice, both in advance and at door.
*Tickets are scanned at entry and can not be used for multiple days.
*Ticket can be used to enter on any one day of our event October 17th, 18th, or 19th.
*Tickets are non-refundable for any reason.
※日本のカードでご購入の方
日本発行のクレジットカードの場合、Zip code欄には00000を入力し次に進んでください。
For credit cards issued in Japan, enter 00000 in the Zip code field and proceed to the next step.
Freedom LA x OC Japan Fair
Freedom LA is located inside of OC Japan Fair! Come join us for music at Freedom LA, stay for food, sake, and shops at OC Japan Fair!
Food Vendors:
over 65 food vendors are joining us this year! From street food to fresh and authentic sushi and sweets, vendors from all across Japan & US come to share Japanese food culture during this event. Enjoy the taste of the Japanese Umami.
Drinks:
Japanese Sake for tasting, Asahi Draft Beer, cute bottle juice, smoothie, matcha, boba, and more drinks are available!
Shop:
Shop from more than 190 vendors! Anime, Kimono, Crane games, Gatcha, and traditional Japanese items can be only found at OC Japan Fair!
Cosplay:
Come in cosplay! You can join us as your favorite character, and meet many cosplayers! We also have a cosplay show at OC stage on Saturday! (register required in advance)
Three Stages:
Freedom stage for Japanese music, OC stage for fun and entertainment, Nakamise stage for traditional performances! There will be a variety of performances such as traditional Japanese instruments, J-POP Music, Comedy shows, Tuna Cutting show, and more.
Freedom LA x OC Japan Fair – Lantern Release Event
Location: Freedom LA Stage (The Hangar, inside OC Japan Fair)
Time: Saturday, Oct. 18th, 7:50 PM
Pickup Location: Freedom LA Stage, right-side counter
Pickup Time: Saturday, Oct. 18th, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
*Lanterns cannot be picked up after 7:30 PM, and refunds are not available. Please be on time!
Join us as we count down and release lanterns, sending your wishes skyward! These LED-lit, helium-filled lanterns float like balloons but stay safely grounded with a string and weight. Plus, you can take them home as a souvenir!
Pricing:
$22 – Until Oct. 16th, 11:59pm (pre-sale)
$25 – After Oct. 17th, 12am
*Scroll down on the ticket section to see the add-on option
*Limited to 450 lanterns only (may sell out without notice)
*Admission must be purchased separately
*Fees and taxes not included in the displayed price
Lantern Specifications
- Helium gas (Non-flammable & safe)
- Made of nylon (50cm height × 35cm width, rectangular shape)
- Custom-sized balloon
- LED light (12-color LED) *The color will be programmed on our side.
- Powered by lithium battery
Experience this special night as we send our wishes into the sky!
Tickets-RSVP Link
