Sunday typically doesn’t get too much romance on the party front, but with the 84th Academy Awards happening on the 26th it's stepping up its game. What inspires joviality more than the entitled 1 percenters playing dress up on Hollywood’s largest playground? Fashion, celebrities, and accolades—the proverbial triple threat of party muses!
In celebration of the most prestigious of award shows, the glitterati loftily descend upon Hollywood—the least NYC can do is throw a couple bashes in solidarity! Whether in genuine admiration or outright condemnation, there’s a party for all. Here’s 5 Oscar Soirées to put some lovin’ back into your Sunday!
Oscar Viewing Party at Sidebar
Where:120 E 15th St
When: 7pm
Admission: Free, $50 Optional Open Bar
For those opting for a relatively casual Oscar viewing, Sidebar's handing out complimentary glasses of bubbly, an "Oscar Winner Predicition Ballot," as well as the optional $50 open bar for those planning to embark on the old drinking favorite: take a shot every time you see "Brangelina," or hear the word "Fashion." Cheers!
Oscar Viewing Party at Southern Hospitality
Where:1460 Second Ave. & 645 9th Avenue
When: 8pm
Admission: Free
If the Oscars fall secondary to a desire for delectable BBQ, then Southern Hospitality may be your spot. Offering Oscar-themed drink specials and prizes via their "Oscar Pool," Southern Hospitality provides a savory alternative to your Oscar Sunday.
Alt. Oscars 2012 @ Tammany Hall (Presented by Kostume Kult)
Where:152 Orchard Street, Btw Stanton & Rivington
When: 6pm- 2am
Admission: $15 Presale, $20 at door
The ultimate "Anti-Oscars," the "Alt." party provides a venue for any and all in favor of parodying the bombast in Hollywood. Complete with "Alty Awards," Faux Red Carpet Interviews, and even paparazzo, the "Alt. Oscars" is the ultimate inversion of the 1 percenters--Occupy Red Carpet!
Murray Hill's 11th Annual Oscar Party
Where: 425 Lafayette Street
When: 8pm
Admission: $25 Ticket
If you're in the market for a more interactive Oscar viewing experience, then Murray Hill's annual bash is sure to please. Founded on the running, acerbic commentary of its host, and lively crowd participation, this Oscar party is a genuine crowd pleaser.
92 Y Tribeca’s Oscar Viewing Party
Where: 92YTribeca, 200 Hudson Street
When: 7:30 pm
Admission: $10 Ticket
Anyone looking to bust out the snazzy evening attire should consider the festivities over at 92 Y. With the promise of bubbly flowing, and hosts Eliot Glazer and Giulia Rozzi proceeding over the ceremonies, brace yourself for an evening of style and comfort.
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