Awards Show Watch Parties and Events in Columbus

Awards shows are equivalent to the Super Bowl for many; with parties and events to enjoy the pre-shows, entertainment, and main events.

No matter your favorite awards shows, there are events around the Columbus to celebrate the best of the year in each category – whether you agree or not.

Music, film, sports and more – the entertainment business keeps us, well, entertained.

Whether your favorites win or not, its always fun to watch the red carpet, check out the attire, listen to musical performances, and see who has craziest speeches (you know some celebrities are good for that). 

Upcoming Awards Shows events in Columbus

The Academy Awards Oscars Season

AMC Best Picture Movie Marathon Showcase

February 22 and March 1

Get tickets for Feb 22 and March 1 to experience some of the Oscar® nominees at a Best Picture Showcase marathon at AMC DINE-IN Easton Town Center 30! Watch a few of the best films of 2024 over two weekends and catch up on anything you may have missed.  More details here. 

Oscar Nominated Shorts at Gateway Film Center

Starting February 14, 2025

See the Oscar Nominated Shorts at GFC. ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films in all three categories – Animated, Live Action and Documentary.

The nominees are determined by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences from hundreds of qualifying films crafted by phenomenal artists across the globe.

Check back for details after announcements.

$5 Best Picture Showcase at Marcus Theatres

February 19 through March 2, 2025. Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern showcase this year’s Best Picture and Short Film nominees! 

With the Best Picture passport, watch every film in the showcase for $70 or a Pick 4 Passport for $28. Magical Movie Rewards Members receive 20% off concessions during these showings.

Individual tickets can be purchased for the best picture nominees as well. Find all of the details on the website.

Oscar Movie Week at Cinemark Polaris 18

February 24 – March 2, 2025.

Cinemark Polaris 18 will be hosting Oscar Movie Week, and you can purchase a festival pass now to see all films for $40. See details here.

Oscar Movie Week at Cinemark Polaris 18

Studio 35 Academy Awards Watch Party

Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Watch the Oscars on the big screen! There are themed cocktails, Oscars bingo, and more TBA festivities! Seating will be available at 7:30pm and the admission is free! Details.

Awards Gala at Gateway Film Center

TBA 2025 at 4:30 pm
Watch the awards show at Gateway Film Center! Walk the red carpet, enjoy a themed cocktail and delicious food, and watch the 96th Academy Awards with your fellow lovers of film, culture, and art.

Tickets are available for individuals ($75 each); members pay $50. All Awards Gala tickets include 2 drink tickets, redeemable for cocktails, beer, wine, or non-alcoholic beverages. Buy tickets now!

Annual Oscar Party at The Drexel

tba 2025 from 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Mingle with Columbus movie fans for Hollywood’s Biggest Night on the Big Screen in HD! It’s probably the next best thing to actually being there. This elevated experience includes food, drinks, photography, contests, and more. Buy tickets now!

Grandview Theatre Academy Awards Watch Party

tba from 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm.

Watch the Oscars on the big screen! There are themed cocktails, Oscars bingo, and more TBA festivities! Seating will be available at 7:30pm and the admission is free! Details.

If you know of any other awards shows events, email us at info@columbusonthecheap.com.

Golden Globes
January 5, 2025

Grammy Awards
Sunday, February 2, 2025

Film Independent Spirit Awards
February 22, 2025

Screen Actors’ Guild Awards
February 23, 2025

Looking for more movie fun?

Annual Oscars Nominations Breakfast at Gateway Film Center

TBA 2025 at 7:30 am. 
Go into work or school a little late for this annual nomination party. Meet in the Torpedo Room for the Oscars Nominations Breakfast.

Enjoy a light breakfast and chat with local film critics, GFC members and movie lovers about their picks for this year’s Academy Awards. Breakfast starts at 7:30 am, nominations are announced around 8 am. The event is free; rsvp requested.