Oscars relocation in 2029: The world’s most prestigious film awards are preparing for a major change of address. The Oscars ceremony will move from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live beginning in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has confirmed.
The shift marks the end of an era for the Academy Awards, which have been held at the Dolby Theatre since 2002. The upcoming relocation is part of a new 10-year partnership between the Academy and global entertainment company AEG.
The move will begin with the 101st Academy Awards ceremony in 2029. That edition will also mark another milestone: the first Oscars broadcast to stream on YouTube under a separate deal signed last year.
More about the new Oscars venue
Located in downtown Los Angeles, L.A. Live is a sprawling 23-acre sports and entertainment complex that has hosted major global events for years. Its Peacock Theater currently serves as the home of the Primetime Emmy Awards and has done so since 2008.
The new venue offers significantly larger capacity compared to the Oscars’ current home. While the Dolby Theatre seats around 3,400 people, the Peacock Theater can accommodate approximately 7,100 attendees. That means nearly double the number of industry professionals, nominees and guests will be able to attend the ceremony.
Ahead of the relocation, AEG plans to upgrade the theatre’s infrastructure. Improvements will include enhanced stage design, advanced lighting and sound systems, improved backstage facilities and redesigned lobby spaces. The company will also collaborate closely with the Academy to incorporate custom design elements specifically suited to the Oscars broadcast.
The surrounding L.A. Live district has also expanded its public plaza, which will host red carpet arrivals and pre-show festivities once the ceremony moves downtown.
In a joint statement, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy president Lynette Howell Taylor expressed excitement about the partnership. “We are thrilled to partner with a global powerhouse like AEG,” they said. “Their track record for building and operating technologically sophisticated live performance venues is unrivaled. For the 101st Oscars and beyond, the Academy looks forward to closely collaborating with AEG to make L.A. Live the perfect backdrop for our global celebration of cinema.”