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The Right Way To Host An Oscars Viewing Party, According To An Expert
Rule #1: It’s black tie.
PUBLISHED: FEB 27, 2025 3:00 PM EST
Hosting an epic Oscars viewing party doesn’t have to be a struggle. (Though watching the broadcast, which regularly clocks in at close to four hours, might be.) With the 97th Academy Awards broadcasting live this Sunday, March 2, we reached out to Hank Stampfl, founder of events company Revel Rouge, for some high-impact, low-stress entertaining ideas that will have you feeling like a winner. With over 18 years of experience orchestrating everything from weddings to conferences, at venues like The Plaza Hotel and Bloomingdale’s, Stampfl knows his way around a fabulous fête. Here are the key takeaways for your big Oscars bash.