Hollywood’s most glamorous week has arrived, with stars descending in Los Angeles to celebrate the films, talent, and creative minds behind 2025’s biggest cinematic achievements. Films like Train Dreams, Bugonia, Sinners, and The Secret Agent are among those in the running this year, with actors and filmmakers hoping to take home the Knight. But the excitement is not limited to the awards themselves. Before the big night, actors and creators will be making appearances across a packed schedule of events, from exclusive cocktail parties to star-studded galas and intimate gatherings. 

Much like every year, this Oscars week also promises a slate of celebrations dedicated to films and talents. Here is a closer look at this year’s schedule.

One of the most notable events to take place on March 10 is the annual South Asians at the Oscars party. Anjula Acharia, Aziz Ansari, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Bela Bajaria, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Anita Chatterjee, and more are the hosts of the event. Time Women of the Year Gala, and Queerties Awards are the two other notable events to take place on this day. 

The next day kicks off with UTA’s Carbs Before the Carpet at Sal’s Place. During the day, several invite-only events take place, including Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood at Bar Marmont, hosted in honor of rising artists with Odessa A’Zion and Role Model hosting the event. Diane von Furstenberg Oscar Luncheon will see the attendance of Demi Moore, Nicole Avant,  Jane Fonda, and Tracee Ellis Ross.

Other events include The Hollywood Reporter and Bulgari Celebrate the Distinguished Costume Designers and Academy Award Nominees, the Lashify MUA Dinner, The Wall Group 25th Anniversary Party, Lexus Uptown Honors Hollywood, and the Lumen Awards.

The special event Essence Black Women in Hollywood, to be held at Fairmont Century Plaza, will honor the women of Sinners, which boasts 16 nominations this year, as well as LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Chase Infiniti, and several other talented artists. On the same day, the 20th Annual Oscar Wilde Awards will take place at The Ebell of Los Angeles, hosted by Matt Walsh, with several stars expected to be in attendance.

Moreover, L.A. Confidential Celebrates the Season with a Champagne Tasting by Taittinger will offer another glamorous celebration on the same day.

March 13 kicks off with the 63rd ICG Publicists Awards at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, honoring top publicists and photographers. Later, the British Film Reception at Soho House Holloway will celebrate the UK’s contributions to filmmaking. Meanwhile, Warner Bros will celebrate its Oscar success at Mother Wolf, honoring One Battle After Another and Sinners, which together have 29 nominations. 

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The WIF Oscar Nominees Celebration honors women in film and their advocacy work, with stars like Kate Hudson, Elle Fanning, Rose Byrne, and Wunmi Mosaku in attendance. The evening continues with the CAA Pre-Oscar Party, celebrating Oscar-nominated clients like Paul Thomas Anderson, Steven Spielberg, and Natalie Portman. 

On Saturday, March 14, Verve’s Annual Pre-Oscars Animation Brunch at Dama brings together the animation community to celebrate this year’s Animated Feature and Short Film nominees. Meanwhile, Netflix’s Academy Awards Nominee Celebration at Sunset Tower Hotel, hosted by Bela Bajaria, will honor the streamer’s films, including Best Picture contenders Frankenstein and Train Dreams. 

Giorgio Armani Oscars Cocktail, Verve Animation Brunch, and Casa Mexico’s Pre-Oscars Brunch are the other events taking place on this day. Last but not least is The MPTF’s 24th Annual Night Before the Academy Awards, which will feature a special DJ set by Diplo. 

The grand celebration is on Sunday, March 15, when the 98th Annual Academy Awards take place at the Dolby Theatre, hosted by Conan O’Brien. The official afterparty, the Governors Ball, is held at the Ray Dolby Ballroom, catered by Wolfgang Puck. Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party will be headlined by Lola Young, while The Party will be hosted by Guy Oseary and Madonna, which will take place at a private residence. The Official Oscars Watch Party is at the Academy Museum, and the Armenian Film Society Watch Party debuts at The Brandy in Glendale. 

Other events include Popsugar’s Awards Season Afterparty at Skybar, Moviemaker Magazine Oscar Celebration in Austin, and Oscars in Oakland at Kissel Uptown Oakland. This week, which features a massive lineup of events and parties, is not just to honor the winners but also to celebrate all the creators and individuals who contributed over the past year. 

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What do you think about the Oscars week line up this year? Let us know in the comments.