The Academy Awards are Sunday, and it’s almost time to find out who’s going home with one of those precious golden Oscar statues. Stars will walk down the red carpet in stunning attire, but that doesn’t mean they should get to have all the fun. Here’s a list of places around the District where you can watch the award show in style.
Mix it up at Commissary’s 8th annual Oscars viewing party
Get the party started with a mixology class and learn how to make three signature Oscar-themed cocktails: Bohemian Raspberry, The Green Drink, and Wakanda Forever. Tickets also include complimentary rosé during the red carpet and bottomless truffle popcorn. After judging all the looks, enjoy watching the awards show on several TVs and a projector screen.
Commissary DC, mixology class 5:30-8 p.m., $90, awards show watch party 8 p.m.-11 p.m.
Enjoy hand-rolled hors d’oeuvres at Dyllan’s Raw Bar Grill
Carla Sanchez of Spicy Candy DC and Zarah Burstein of DC Magazine are hosting this watch party at Dyllan’s Raw Bar Grill in Georgetown. They promise “epicurean treats” from their menu, including an assortment of hand rolled sushi, and bubbly served all night long.
Dyllan’s Raw Bar Grill, 7 p.m.-11 p.m., $50 per person
Snack on wine and popcorn for free at Scarlet Oak
Guests who RVSP to the viewing party at Scarlet Oak in Navy Yard will receive complimentary popcorn and a glass of wine. Attendees can also participate in an Oscar-themed photo booth and raffle, while food and drink will be available for purchase.
Scarlet Oak Restaurant & Bar, 7:30-10:30 p.m., free entry
Drink specialty cocktails at the Embassy Row Hotel
Guests are invited to mix and mingle while viewing the Oscars at the Embassy Row Hotel. Although dinner will not be served, guests can purchase special cocktails at the bar, including The Protagonist, made with tequila, Pimm’s, lemon, simple syrup, and tonic; and The Antagonist, made with whiskey, mint syrup, and ginger beer.
Embassy Row Hotel, 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m., $10, 21+
Strike a pose at Saint Yves
Strut your stuff at the Washington Film Institute’s Oscars Red Carpet Party at Dupont Circle’s Saint Yves. It’s a night of glitz and glamour as they raise money to support programs offered at WFI throughout the year. Walk the red carpet wearing black tie or Hollywood cocktail attire to compete for the best dressed awards. Guests can enjoy the show with a complimentary glass of champagne, but food will not be available for purchase.
Saint Yves, 7:30-11:55 p.m., $15 group discount, $25 early bird, $35 regular admission, $50 late bird, 21+
Watch the awards on the big screen at Wilson Hardware
Dress up in optional black tie attire and enjoy light appetizers at Wilson Hardware, an American restaurant in Clarendon. Mingle with friends as you view the star-studded ceremony on a 180-inch HD projector. Savvy, Sexy, and Social Women’s Club is hosting the event, but it is open to members and non-members alike.
Wilson Hardware, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., $25
