The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the dates for the next two Oscars, paving the way for one of the most eagerly awaited milestone ceremonies in the awards’ history.
Mark your calendars: the 99th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2027, and the 100th Academy Awards will follow on Sunday, March 5, 2028. Both will air live from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood beginning at 4 p.m. local time, reaching audiences across more than 200 territories worldwide. The announcements also come with key dates for the 2026 awards season, giving filmmakers and fans a roadmap to the next big night in cinema.
Here are some key dates for the 2027 and 2028 Oscars:
Eligibility period begins: Thursday, January 1, 2026
Final submission deadline for General Entry categories: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Governors Awards: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Preliminary voting begins: Monday, December 7, 2026
Preliminary voting ends: Friday, December 11, 2026
Oscars Shortlists Announcement: Tuesday, December 15, 2026
Eligibility period ends: Thursday, December 31, 2026
Nominations voting begins: Monday, January 11, 2027
Nominations voting ends: Friday, January 15, 2027
Oscars Nominations Announcement: Thursday, January 21, 2027
Oscars Nominees Luncheon: Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Final voting begins: Thursday, February 25, 2027
Final voting ends: Thursday, March 4, 2027
99th Oscars: Sunday, March 14, 2027
100th Oscars: Sunday, March 5, 2028