Unless you're part of the narrow elite invited to awards, you're probably looking for a place to watch Anne Hathaway and James Franco dole out the golden statuettes this Sunday. We've got you covered whether you're looking for the red carpet experience or just a place to kick back with friends and enjoy a few low-key drinks. Take a look at our Oscar Party guide below.
New York Mag’s Rival Oscar Party
When: February 27th, 2011
Where: The Spotted Pig
Why: Why not enjoy excellent food while you watch [Details]
CANCELED-Lincoln Center Viewing Party
When: February 27th, 2011. Broadcast viewing at 8:30
Where: The David Rubenstein Atrium, Broadway
Why: Get dressed up and feel like you've just walked the red carpet [Details]
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 7:00pm- 11:00pm
Where: W Hotel Union Square, Advance Tickets
Why: Well to keep it chic of course [Details]
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Murray Hill’s 10th Annual OSCAR Party
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 7:00pm
Where: Joe's Pub
Why: See Murray personally re-enact scenes from this years nominees. Includes contests and prizes as well! [Details]
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When: February 27th, 2011, 7-11pm
Where: The Sky Room in Times Square
Why: Watch the telecast from the tallest rooftop lounge in the city and sip the specially crafted "Academy" drink [Details]
Hollywood Life & Movieline Oscar Viewing Party
When: Sun, February 27,6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Where: RDV
Why: Join in the live blogging and judge the carpet [Details]
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 12:00am
Where: 1 OAK
Why: Root on your favorite foreign films in good company [Details]
When: Sun, February 27,8:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Where: SideBAR, 118 East 15th Street (at Irving Place)
Why: Chill, watch the screen and drink some beer [Details]
Village Pourhouse 46 Hosts An Oscar Viewing Party
When: Sun, February 27,8:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Where: Village Pourhouse
Why: Guess who will win and you could win an open bar [Details]
The Hot Chocolate Society Oscar Party
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 6:30pm
Where: Union Bar, Advance Tickets
Why: Everything is better with chocolate [Details]
Bar Basque Oscar Viewing Party
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 6:30pm
Where: Bar Basque
Why: Moet, comp pinxtos, a two stories by four stories high screen [Details]
When Sun, February 27,4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where Café Abigail
Why: Enjoy a classy wine tasting while viewing the Oscars… what better way to enjoy a luxurious Sunday [Details]
Brooklyn Brewery’s Local X Local with Bear Hands
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 6:00pm
Where: Brooklyn Bowl
Why: Escape the cliché and dance the night away to indie rock [Details]
The American Cancer Society Black Tie Oscar Party
When: February 27th, 2011 @ 6:30pm
Where: Ajna
Why: Go black tie and get fancy. [Details]
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