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Where To Get Your Oscars Party On In Los Angeles (OC, We Also Got You Covered)
Oscars statues line the red carpet as preparations are made.
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As much as we love a good old-fashioned Oscars watch party at home, maybe you don’t want to host this year. Or you’re looking for an excuse to dress up and hit the city. Or you and your friends just can’t agree if you’re team Barbie or team Oppenheimer.
Read on for five different party options hosted at movie theaters around the city (at wildly different price points).
The Gardena Cinema
This 800-seat family owned movie theater in L.A.’s South Bay is hosting a FREE watch party. The space is vintage and decked out in velvet. Say hello to owner Judy Kim and her wonderful team of volunteers! And if you become a “Friend of Gardena Cinema” — that’s a member of the theater’s nonprofit organization — you might be able to get a free “bubbly adult beverage.” Go get your party on!
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Where: The Gardena Cinema – 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249
When: March 10, Doors open at 1p.m.
How much: Free!
Get tickets: Here
Theatre owner Judy Kim is a one-woman show at her venue, as she manages both the concession stand and all the daily tasks necessary to keep the theater running smoothly. Zaydee Sanchez/Laist
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Vidiots
The video store/historic cinema in Eagle Rock is hosting a pay-what-you-can fundraiser screening of the Oscars in the iconic Eagle Theatre! Come for the speeches, stay for the commercial break raffles and bingo, and a red carpet photo-op.
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Where: Vidiots – 4884 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90041
When: March 10, Doors open at 2:30 p.m.
How much: Pay what you can!
Tickets: Here
The Vidiots theatre on Feb. 27, 2024.
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The Frida Cinema
The Frida Cinema is an independent movie theater named after Frida Kahlo operating in Downtown Santa Ana. And they’ve got a couple of Oscars celebrations for you. Wanna revisit the pink existentialism of Barbie world? Catch Barbie’s Oscar party the night of March 9! There will be photo ops, costume contests, and custom cocktails. And if you’re a member, you can RSVP for an Oscar watch party during the awards on the 10th.
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Where: The Frida Cinema — 305 E 4th St., #100, Santa Ana, CA 92701
When: Barbie’s Oscar Party — March 9, doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Members only Oscar Party — March 10 at 4 p.m.
How much:
- Barbie: $15
- Members party: Free with membership
Tickets: Here
Secret Movie Club
Secret Movie Club is hosting an Oscars watch party in their theater space in the arts district. They’ve been focusing on community events around movies and filmmaking, and what better way to bring folks together than dressing up and live-streaming the Oscars on their big screen! You will have to dress up (whatever that means to you!) and have fun at this event — there’ll be a red carpet step and repeat waiting for you! Ticket price includes catered appetizers and a glass of champagne, so this party’s 21 and up. Meet some fellow film lovers and fill out a ballot. You might just take home a prize …
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Where: Secret Movie Club – 1917 Bay St., 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90021
When: March 10, Doors open at 2:30 p.m.
How much: $35
Tickets: Here
Heads Up: tickets going fast
The Academy Museum seen at dusk.
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The Academy Museum
Can you name a better place to watch the Academy Awards — without being IN the ceremony? This is for folks who want to get capital-F fancy. The dress code is black-tie optional, and ticket prices include catering from Wolfgang Puck and wine from Clarendelle & Domaine Clarence Dillon. Admission to the museum’s galleries is also included in the $200+ ticket.
Where: The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
When: March 10, Doors open at 3 p.m.
How much: $200 with a museum or Academy membership, $250 for non-members
Tickets: Here
Heads up: If you want to attend, you must buy your tickets before Friday, March 8, at midnight
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