Oscar Night 2025: Your Guide to the Biggest Movie Celebration

Get ready for a night of glitz and glamour! The 97th Academy Awards are happening on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Conan O'Brien will be hosting the event for the first time, bringing his unique humor to the stage. This year, the ceremony will feature some big names. Harrison Ford, Andrew Garfield, and Samuel L. Jackson are among the stars who will be presenting awards. Rachel Zegler, Margaret Qualley, and Zoe Saldaña will also be on hand to add to the excitement. The musical performances are set to be a highlight, with Blackpink’s Lisa, Raye, Doja Cat, and Queen Latifah taking the stage. Queen Latifah will lead a tribute to the late Quincy Jones. Fans of Wicked will be thrilled to know that Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande will kick off the show with a medley from the hit movie-musical. The Oscar races are heating up, with some tight contests. Will Timothée Chalamet take home the best actor award, or will Adrien Brody steal the show? And what about the best picture category? With the recent controversy surrounding Emilia Pérez, the competition is more intense than ever. If you're feeling unsure about your picks, check out the final predictions. If you want to go green this year, there's an interactive digital ballot you can fill out. The Oscar party is going to be a blast. Tune in to the livestream hosted by Tan France, Francesca Scorcese, Hannah Berner, and Paige DeSorbo. The livestream will capture all the stars and keep Hollywood’s biggest night going. Until then, good luck with your Oscar ballot. May the best movie buff win! This year, the Academy Awards is supporting two local organizations: the Motion Picture & Television Fund and Baby2Baby. These groups are helping Angelenos in need, and donations are encouraged.