Oscars 2025: The Ultimate Party Guide With Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Madonna, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and More

Happy Oscars Week!

Preparing for the grandest night in Hollywood? Here’s a comprehensive party guide from us, EbMaster, detailing events leading up to, during, and following the 97th Academy Awards on March 2nd.

As a movie enthusiast strolling through the vibrant cityscape, I’ve been graced with an array of star-studded events this week. From Diane Von Furstenberg’s empowering luncheon for women in film, to Madonna and Guy Oseary’s exhilarating late-night bash, not forgetting Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s Gold Party, it seems like every corner is adorned with a resplendent red carpet. Quite an enchanting sight indeed!

Tuesday, Feb. 25

Oscars Nominees Dinner

Event replaces the annual nominees luncheon, which was canceled due to the wildfires.

Academy Museum, Los Angeles

6 p.m.

Time Women of the Year

Among the honored individuals are Nicole Kidman, Anna Sawai, A’ja Wilson, Olivia Munn, Jordan Chiles, and others. The act of performing will be handled by Laufey.

The West Hollywood Edition, West Hollywood

6 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 26

Lumen Awards

Paying tribute to John Ridley, Lucy Walker, Avery Colvert, John Wells, Gregory Nava, Dolores Huerta, and their team at Participant.

Hotel Casa Del Mar, Santa Monica

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Diane Von Furstenberg Nominee Luncheon

Under the guidance of Diane Von Furstenberg, Ava DuVernay, Donn Langley, and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, this event honors exceptional women within the film industry and recognizes female Oscar nominees.

This gathering, led by Diane Von Furstenberg, Ava DuVernay, Donn Langley, and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, pays tribute to outstanding women in cinema and salutes the female Oscar contenders.

Private residence, Beverly Hills

Universal Pictures, Focus Features and Dreamworks Animation

Studios celebrate their Oscar nominees.

Steak 48, Beverly Hills
7 p.m.

South Asians at the Oscars

As I found myself immersed in the captivating world of a unique production, I was joined by an extraordinary ensemble of critics: Mindy Kaling, Bela Bajaria, Liza Koshy, Aasif Mandvi, Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Nik Dodani, Pawo Chowning Dorji, Shruti Ganguly, Anita Chatterjee, and Shamina Singh. Together, we delved into the intricacies of this cinematic masterpiece.

Carondelet House, Los Angeles

6-9 p.m.

Vanities: A Night For Young Hollywood

The event was co-hosted by Vanity Fair, Instagram, Monica Barbaro, Keke Palmer, Aaron Pierre, and Anna Sawai. Cocktails were provided by Tequila Don Julio.

Here’s another option:

This occasion was jointly organized by Vanity Fair, Instagram, Monica Barbaro, Keke Palmer, Aaron Pierre, and Anna Sawai. The beverages served were Tequila Don Julio cocktails.

And one more:

Vanity Fair, Instagram, Monica Barbaro, Keke Palmer, Aaron Pierre, and Anna Sawai took turns hosting the event. Guests enjoyed cocktails made from Tequila Don Julio.

Bar Marmont, West Hollywood

Thursday, Feb. 27

Essence Black Women in Hollywood

Honoring Cynthia Erivo, Teyana Taylor, Marla Gibbs and Raamla Mohamed.

Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel, Century City

1 p.m.

Angel Art

Benefit art auction for Project Angel Food, hosted by Alexandra Grant.

Bonhams, Los Angeles

6 p.m.

Oscar Wilde Awards

Celebrating John C. Reilly, Éanna Hardwicke, Kathleen Kennedy, and Frank Marshall. The US-Ireland Alliance serves as the host.

The Ebell of Los Angeles

7:30-11 p.m.

Macro Pre-Oscars Party

Seventh annual event.

Private location, Los Angeles

Friday, Feb. 28

Women in Film

WIF hosts 18th annual nominees celebration.

Wheelhouse,  West Hollywood

6-8:30 p.m.

CAA

Living Room, Los Angeles

9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Vanity Fair/Saint Laurent Dinner

VF editor-in-chief Radhika Jones and Saint Laurent creative director Anthony Vaccarello host.

Private location

Female Trailblazers On and Off the Court

The event was organized by the Women’s Tennis Association, tennis star Aryna Sabalenka, film director Ava DuVernay, and WTA Ventures CEO Marina Storti. (Or alternatively, The event was spearheaded by the Women’s Tennis Association, tennis champion Aryna Sabalenka, filmmaker Ava DuVernay, and WTA Ventures CEO Marina Storti.)

Sunset Tower Hotel, West Hollywood

4-6 p.m.

Saturday, March 1

Verve Animation Brunch

Dama, Los Angeles

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Netflix Oscar Nominee Celebration

Sunset Tower Hotel, West Hollywood

5-7 p.m. (Remarks delivered at 5:45 p.m.)

Giorgio Armani

Giorgio Armani, Beverly Hills

5-7 p.m.

Charles Finch and Chanel Dinner

Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills

7:30 p.m.

The Night Before

23rd annual MPTF fundraiser, with honorary chairs Demi Moore and Colman Domingo.

Private location

8 p.m.

Jim Rygiel and Stephen Castor’s Pre-Oscar Party

This year, we’re not only cheering on our nominees but also acknowledging the substantial impact of Chinese filmmakers and performers in the worldwide cinema scene, as well as the impressive box office performance of “Ne Zha 2.”

Private residence, Beverly Hills

8 p.m.

Sunday, March 2

97th Academy Awards

Featuring the talent of Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Blackpink’s Lisa, Queen Latifah, Raye, and Doja Cat, this event will be hosted by Conan O’Brien. Also making an appearance is the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Conan O’Brien is hosting the event, with Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Blackpink’s Lisa, Queen Latifah, Raye, and Doja Cat performing. The Los Angeles Master Chorale will also be joining them on stage.

Dolby Theatre, Hollywood

7 p.m.

Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party

The event was organized by Elton John, David Furnish, Jean Smart, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Neil Patrick Harris along with his partner David Burtka. The performance was given by Chappell Roan.

Or

Elton John, David Furnish, Jean Smart, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Neil Patrick Harris, accompanied by his partner David Burtka, served as the hosts of this occasion. Chappell Roan took the stage for the performance.

West Hollywood Park, West Hollywood

Alta Global Media Viewing Party

Los Angeles Athletic Club, Los Angeles

3-7:30 p.m.

Neon Viewing Party

Sunset Tower Hotel, West Hollywood

Governors Ball

The academy’s formal post-event gathering, featuring a menu by Wolfgang Puck Catering and beverages including Tequila Don Julio, Clarendelle and Domaine Clarence Dillon wines, as well as Champagne Lallier.

Or, more casually:

The academy’s after-hours bash, catered by Wolfgang Puck with drinks from Tequila Don Julio, fine wines like those from Clarendelle and Domaine Clarence Dillon, plus Champagne Lallier.

Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood, Hollywood

Immediately following the Oscars broadcast
Searchlight Pictures

Celebrating nominees from “A Complete Unknown and “A Real Pain.”

Cipriani, Beverly Hills

7:30 p.m.

Vanity Fair

The event was overseen by Radhika Jones, editor-in-chief at VF. Musical accompaniment was provided by DJs Tay James and Politik within the Tequila Don Julio Music Space.

Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Beverly Hills

8 p.m.

Netflix

Chateau Marmont, West Hollywood

Immediately after the Oscar ceremony.

The Party

17th yearly gathering hosted by Madonna and Guy Oseary is underway. This event is supported by Gucci, Capital One, and Salesforce. Starbucks offers signature beverages for the occasion.

Private residence

10 p.m.

Gold Party

VIP late-night after-party hosted by Jay-Z and Beyoncé.

Chateau Marmont, West Hollywood

11 p.m.

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2025-02-25 04:17