2026 Oscar Party Guide: Exclusive Inside Access
The excitement of Oscar week is almost here, promising a series of lavish events leading up to the 98th Academy Awards. Below is a guide to the key happenings during this glamorous week in Hollywood, filled with parties, celebrations, and tributes to the film industry.
2026 Oscar Party Guide: Exclusive Inside Access
This year’s Oscar festivities span several days, showcasing various themes and honorees. The following events highlight the diversity of talent and creativity recognized at this year’s Academy Awards.
Scheduled Events
- Tuesday, March 10
- South Asians at the Oscars (6-9 p.m.) – Hosts: Anjula Acharia, Aziz Ansari, and others – Location: TBA.
- Wednesday, March 11
- UTA’s Carbs Before the Carpet (7:30 p.m.) – Location: Sal’s Place, West Hollywood.
- Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood – Time: TBA – Location: Fairmont Century Plaza, Los Angeles.
- L.A. Confidential Champagne Tasting (4-7 p.m.) – Location: The Maybourne Beverly Hills.
- 20th Annual Oscar Wilde Awards (7:30-11 p.m.) – Location: The Ebell of Los Angeles.
- Thursday, March 12
- 63rd ICG Publicists Awards (11 a.m.) – Location: Beverly Wilshire Hotel.
- British Film Reception (4:30-6 p.m.) – Location: Soho House Holloway, West Hollywood.
- Warner Bros Oscar Nominees Celebration (6-8 p.m.) – Location: Mother Wolf, Hollywood.
- WIF Oscar Nominees Celebration (6:30-8 p.m.) – Location: Private, West Hollywood.
- Friday, March 13
- CAA Pre-Oscar Party – Evening – Location: Living Room, Hollywood.
- Saturday, March 14
- Verve’s Annual Pre-Oscars Animation Brunch (11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.) – Location: Dama, Los Angeles.
- Netflix’s Academy Awards Nominee Celebration (5-7 p.m.) – Location: Sunset Tower Hotel, Los Angeles.
- Sunday, March 15
- Star-Studded Red Carpet Oscar Viewing Dinner (2 p.m.) – Location: Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills.
- Academy Museum’s Official Oscars Watch Party (3 p.m.) – Location: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles.
- 3rd Annual Alta Global Media Oscar Viewing Party (3 p.m.) – Location: The Aster, Hollywood.
- Sumptuous Academy Governors Ball – After the ceremony – Location: Ray Dolby Ballroom, Ovation Hollywood.
- 31st Annual Vanity Fair Oscar Party – After the ceremony – Location: Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Highlights and Honorees
Several notable figures and organizations will be celebrated throughout the week. The following honorees will take center stage:
- Chase Infiniti, Kerry Washington, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, and Zinzi Coogler at the Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood event.
- J.J. Abrams will present an award to Domhnall Gleeson at the Oscar Wilde Awards.
- Kate Hudson, Noah Wyle, and Jimmy Kimmel will be recognized at the ICG Publicists Awards.
This week not only reflects the excellence within the film industry but also emphasizes the importance of diversity and representation. Join the celebrations and experience the glitz and glamour of the Oscars like never before.
