Award season in Hollywood is in full swing. As Golden Globes and Grammys fade into memory, all eyes turn to the grandest night of them all: the Oscars! Perfectly set to dazzle with glitz, glamour, and jaw-dropping moments, the 97th Academy Awards are almost here. But here is the big question: where exactly will this legendary event take place? As excitement builds, everyone is eager to join the celebration of cinema, but the location of this iconic night remains a mystery to many.

The Oscars are set to cast their magic, and the venue is just as grand, perfectly matching the night’s glamour.

The Oscars, Hollywood’s most prestigious night, have a long-standing tradition of taking place in Los Angeles. But does the venue change every year? The answer now is no as the Oscars have found a permanent home at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood since 2002. This iconic venue, with its state-of-the-art design and seating capacity of 3,300, was specifically built to host the Academy Awards. Before the Dolby Theatre, the ceremony bounced between the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and the Shrine Auditorium, but the Dolby has become synonymous with the Oscars.

The famous Dolby Theatre will once again host the 2025 Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025. With its grandeur and rich history, the theater remains the ideal setting for showcasing cinematic greatness. To add to the excitement, the presenters include Hollywood aristocracy such as the lovely Emma Stone and Robert Downey Jr., as well as the famous Halle Berry and Whoopi Goldberg. This star-studded roster promises to make the night even more memorable.

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As the dazzling Oscar night approaches with its star-studded venue, even those not attending are eager to be a part of the magic and there is the perfect way to join in.

If you are not lucky enough to snag a seat at the Dolby Theatre, do not worry at all. You still have plenty of ways to experience the Oscars from the comfort of your home. The 2025 Academy Awards will be broadcast live on ABC, which has been streaming Oscars for a long time. But this year, there is a twist nobody thought of. For the first time, the ceremony will also be streamed live on Hulu as well. One can catch all the red-carpet moments, heartfelt speeches, and unexpected surprises with just a click. 

If the cord is cut, no worries, there are plenty of ways to stream the Oscars. Watch live on abc.com or the ABC app, or tune in through services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV, and FuboTV. Whichever option is chosen, every moment of the glitz, glamour, and unforgettable highlights from Hollywood’s biggest night will be available. Get ready for the celebration.

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