6 Trending Event Venues in Los Angeles for the Oscars

No city does glamor like Los Angeles. And never is the glitz and star power more on display than Oscar night. From the red carpet to screening parties to the afterparties that go until dawn, Angelenos know how to have a good time.

Take a page from the playbooks of some of the top planners in Hollywood and check out the hottest venues in the city of angels this year. Once you’ve secured the perfect location for your event, you can focus on other details like solidifying your guest list, making sure you have a seamless check-in experience, and ensuring your guests party like the stars no matter who they are.Here are the top six spaces we think are the must-explore options for events this year.

The New Kid on the Block: iPic Theaters

Ideal for screenings the iPic Theater on Wilshire Boulevard has everything you need for a flawless Hollywood event. The stadium style theaters and high class dine-in menu make planning easy, and the classic Hollywood-themed cocktails, we’re partial to the Norma Jean, ensure that your guests will have a fantastic time.

The International: Cecconi’s West Hollywood

Cecconi’s roots might be thousands of miles away in Venice, but the West Hollywood outpost of this international phenomenon has a flavor all its own. Equipped for small scale private dining with their Butterfly Room—named for the Damien Hirst painting that hangs on the wall—or large scale events utilizing the whole restaurant space, Cecconi’s will wow your guests with the best handmade pasta and seafood they’ll find outside of Italy. It also doesn't hurt that it's attached to Soho House.

The Landmark: Sunset Tower Hotel

Home to the Vanity Fair Oscars Party for five years, The Terrace at the Sunset Tower Hotel could be considered Hollywood royalty based on it’s recent history, but the the iconic hotel is one of the oldest show biz landmarks in town. Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, and more have all graced the hotel with their presence, and your guests will still feel their impact today. Plus, it doesn’t get much better than a poolside party with spectacular LA views.

The Legend: Spago Beverly Hills

A staple on the Los Angeles dining scene since it’s opening in 1982, Wolfgang Puck’s Spago is the perfect pick for a culinary-driven event. The masters of haute cuisine can wow a guest list of 15 with their intimate private dining, or delight a crowd of more than 500 for a private award afterparty. This Michelin star rated restaurant is sure to help you throw a Michelin star worthy event.

The Evergreen: Chateau Marmont

The ever-evolving Chateau Marmont has managed to stay the must-know space on the Los Angeles scene for parties, movies, and general dining. It's even been called the city's "muse." Whether you host your event at Bar Marmont or the indoor/outdoor event space, you can take comfort in the fact that your party or dinner will have just the right amount of cool. And the patio is the hot spot for the after-afterparty.

The Afterparty: Soho House West Hollywood

The LA outpost of Soho House is the go-to venue for post awards partying. With a slightly retro feel, the members-only club adds an air of exclusivity to any size event. Not only can you host parties and dinners, there is also a plush private screening room available. Consider this the one-stop shop for project premieres and the celebration afterward. Get your membership immediately—it's the season's hottest accessory.With insights from the zkipster guest list app and thoughts from leading event planners, every other month we’re rounding up the trending event spaces in major cities around the world.