And the winner is...Best 2014 Oscar viewing parties in NYC

The Academy Awards are happening this Sunday night, and there are lots of viewing parties happening all over town, including a Big Oscars Quiz, Oscar-themed drinks specials and a WHOLE roasted pig. There is no reason to stay home on your couch and cheer on your favorite movies with all of these fun events!

Le Poisson Rouge

The Big Oscars Quiz Thing

This music venue is hosting an annual party and live trivia experience, where contestants will answer questions on the movie industry, music, history, sports and more. Starting at 5:30 p.m., with the trivia contest happening before red carpet and awards show viewing begins. Tickets are $15 at the door, $10 in advance, here.

158 Bleecker Street, 212.505.3474, www.lepoissonrouge.com

The Windsor

Oscar Viewing Party

In both their West Village and Gansevoort Park locations, The Windsor is hosting their Oscar viewing party with a classy twist – a complimentary glass of Prosecco with dinner. Additionally, ballots will be handed out and winners voted on while The Academy Awards, along with red carpet coverage, will play on the venue’s numerous flat screen TVs. 6 p.m.

The Windsor (West Village) 235 West 4th Street or The Windsor (Gansevoort Park) 420 Park Avenue South, www.thewindsornyc.com

230 Fifth

230 Fifth Viewing Party

Want to feel like a star? Head to the 230 Fifth Viewing Party, and treat yourself to the champagne, beer and wine open bar while taking in panoramic views of the city. (Blankets will be available for guests who want to hang out on the outdoor roofdeck) Multiple screens will show the Awards and hors d’oevres will be served. Dress to impress: no hoodies or sneakers allowed.

230 Fifth Avenue, 212.725.4300, www.230-fifth.com

SideBar

Open Bar Oscar Viewing Party

Featuring a free cocktail with admission and 2-for1 drink specials on Oscar-themed drinks like the Gravity Bomb! and the Christian bALE, the 2014 Open Bar Oscar Viewing Party at SideBar will show the main event on multiple screens. Starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, on sale here. Two-hour open bar option available for $50.

118 East 15th Street, 212.677.2900, www.sidebarny.com

Brooklyn Winery

Oscars Screening Party

Brooklyn Winery in Williamsburg is hosting their fourth annual Oscars Screening Party, complete with no cover charge and a big screen for all the Awards action. The event will feature a signature cocktail and seasonal light fare including duck pate, fried buttermilk chicken bites, and sweet potato and chickpea falafel, as well as the standard well drinks. Come early to snag a good seat.

213 North 8th Street, 347.763.1506, www.bkwinery.com

Sons of Essex

Oscar Viewing Event

Head to the Lower East Side for the Sons of Essex Oscar Viewing Party featuring Hollywood-themed food and drink specials starting at 7 p.m. The Line Group’s hotspot will be offering a specially curated menu with Oscar-themed dishes and drink specials including $7 Mionetto Organic Prosecco.

133 Essex Street, 212.674.7100, www.sonsofessexnyc.com

The Chester

Oscar Viewing Party

Head to the Meatpacking District where The Chester is hosting an Oscar viewing party at the Gansevoort Street location with $8 glasses of house red and white wines and Champagne. Starts at 6 p.m.

18 Ninth Avenue, 646.253.2284, www.thechesternyc.com