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Sprachen Cafe: German / English / Italian / Spanish / French
**Note:** Kindly bring cash for any food/drinks purchases under 20 Eur, as the restaurant/cafe accepts card payments only for purchases above 20 Eur.
This is a **free** event.
Are you ready to practise your language skills?
If you want to meet new friends (or the same friends you met at our other events) and practice all the languages you can speak, join us for a fun-filled evening!
During this event, you have the chance to choose a Group and talk to people in:
1. **English**
2. **German**
3. **Italian**
4. **Spanish**
5. **French**
Our most important rule:
Please be respectful to others at all times.
Yes, there will be a separate beginners' Group if you aren't fluent in the language yet! It is also a great place to find Tandem Partners for the languages you want to improve in!
Get in touch with the Host upon your arrival and he/she will assist you.
đąđ± here is our WhatsApp link
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtZ1TQB7lnUAJXK5NxwPQU
Hope to see you there!!!
Lachflash Comedy Open Mic â Dein Sonntag @TheComedyPub endet mit Lachen
**Deutschsprachiges Comedy Open Mic in Wien. Lachflash statt Tatort â der perfekte Sonntagabend mit neuen Comedians & freiem Eintritt.**
# [HOL DIR DEINE TICKETS HERE!!!](https://www.universe.com/events/lachflash-comedy-open-mic-dein-sonntag-thecomedypub-endet-mit-lachen-tickets-8QGW97?ref=MeetUp)
Sonntagabend und du ĂŒberlegst, ob du dich mit Netflix aufs Sofa wirfst oder dich schon auf den Montag vorbereitest? Falsch gedacht! đ Wien hat jetzt eine bessere Antwort: **Lachflash Comedy Open Mic**. Jeden Sonntag um 18:00 wird *The Comedy Pub* zur BĂŒhne fĂŒr deutschsprachige Stand-up-Comedy â roh, echt, witzig, manchmal absurd und immer ĂŒberraschend. Der perfekte Wochenend-Ausklang fĂŒr alle, die nicht aufhören wollen zu lachen.
**Lachflash Comedy Open Mic** ist das groĂe Finale des Wochenendes. Hier bekommst du einen wilden Mix aus **Newcomern**, die ihre ersten Schritte auf der BĂŒhne machen, und **erfahrenen Comedians**, die neues Material ausprobieren. Manchmal entstehen hier Jokes, die in ein Jahr spĂ€ter in Specials oder Fernsehsendungen landen. Manchmal scheitert ein Gag glorreich â und genau das sorgt fĂŒr die lautesten Lacher des Abends.
Mit **vielen Comedians pro Show** (oft mehr als 10!) erwartet dich ein abwechslungsreicher Abend:
* Ăberraschende neue Stimmen, die dich mit ganz frischem Humor ĂŒberraschen
* Kreative Experimente, die kein Mainstream-Comedy-Club sich trauen wĂŒrde
* Scharfe Pointen von erfahrenen Comedians, die genau wissen, wie man eine Crowd zum Toben bringt
Kein Sonntag gleicht dem anderen. Jede Show hat ein komplett neues Line-up â das macht **Lachflash** zu einer Serie, die man immer wieder besuchen kann.
Und das Beste: Hier ist das Publikum nicht nur dabei, sondern ein aktiver Teil des Abends. Deine Lacher, dein Applaus, dein Staunen â all das beeinflusst, wie die Comedians ihre Jokes entwickeln.
## đ€ Was ist ein Open Mic?
Ein Open Mic ist das HerzstĂŒck der Stand-up-Szene. Es ist keine perfekt inszenierte Show â sondern ein Ort, an dem Comedy entsteht. Hier probieren Comedians ihre neuesten Texte aus, feilen am Timing, improvisieren mit dem Publikum und lernen, was funktioniert.
Das heiĂt:
* Manchmal knallt ein Joke sofort â und alle feiern.
* Manchmal floppt eine Pointe â und genau daraus wird ein unvergesslicher Moment.
* Immer aber ist es spannend, nahbar und authentisch.
Wenn du echte Comedy erleben willst â ohne Filter, ohne Drehbuch, ohne Sicherungsnetz â dann ist ein Open Mic genau dein Ding. Und **Lachflash Comedy Open Mic** ist Wiens neue Adresse dafĂŒr am Sonntag.
## đ» The Comedy Pub â Das Zuhause der Stand-up-Comedy in Wien
Die Show findet im **The Comedy Pub** (KettenbrĂŒckengasse 7, 1050 Wien) statt â Wiens erster und einziger echter Comedy-Club. WĂ€hrend andere Bars ab und zu Comedy hosten, ist das hier das Zentrum einer Szene.
Oben erwartet dich ein gemĂŒtlicher Irish Pub mit Drinks, Snacks und freundlicher AtmosphĂ€re. Unten im Altbaukeller â oder im offenen Pub-Bereich â wird jede Woche Stand-up gespielt, getestet und gefeiert. Die Location ist bekannt fĂŒr ihr **nahbares, internationales Publikum** und ihr warmes, intimes Ambiente.
Und das Beste: mit der U-Bahn-Station **KettenbrĂŒckengasse (U4)** direkt vor der TĂŒr bist du in wenigen Minuten mitten im Geschehen.
## đĄ Eintritt frei â Spenden willkommen
Comedy lebt von Community. Damit möglichst viele Menschen Stand-up erleben können, ist der Eintritt frei. Aber: Lachen ist wertvoll â und wenn du einen **Lachflash** hattest, dann zeig das! Am Ende der Show geht ein Hut rum, in den du geben kannst, was es dir wert war. Fair, direkt und die ehrlichste Form von Applaus.
## đïž Regeln fĂŒrs Publikum
Damit die Show fĂŒr alle ein Erlebnis wird, bitten wir dich um ein paar einfache Dinge:
* Sei pĂŒnktlich â die TĂŒren öffnen 17:30, Showstart ist 18:00.
* Hör zu und respektiere die BĂŒhne â Comedians geben hier alles.
* Lachen ist Pflicht â und zwar ohne ZurĂŒckhaltung!
* Kein Heckling â die Gags kommen von den Profis. đ
* Spenden sind willkommen â support your local comedy!
## đ Warum Sonntag?
Viele denken: Sonntagabend = Couch, Serien, frĂŒh ins Bett. Aber warum so trist? **Lachflash Comedy Open Mic** ist der perfekte Gegenentwurf: eine Show voller Energie, Lachen und Ăberraschungen â bevor der Montag wieder ernst wird.
* Es ist der **perfekte Wochenend-Ausklang** â Comedy statt Tatort!
* Ein Fixpunkt, der dich mit einem LĂ€cheln in die Woche schickt.
* Ein Raum, in dem du neue Comedians entdeckst, die du sonst nie gesehen hÀttest.
* Und: die einzige regelmĂ€Ăige deutsche Comedy-Show am Sonntag in Wien â im einzigen Comedy Club der Stadt.
Kurz gesagt: Sonntag gehört jetzt nicht mehr dem Montagsblues, sondern dem Lachflash.
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Sunday Indoor (normal) Volleyball
đ Indoor Volleyball
â©We play 2 hours. Usually 6vs6 + player from each side that changes while rotating. First 15-20 minutes is warm-up and practice, then we play.âšNumber of courts: 1.
đLocation: School in Prizgasse 3, 1220 Wien.
The entrance to the court is located on the left side of the main entrance. So if you stay facing the main entrance, you need to turn left, walk till the corner of the building, turn right and walk till you see the glass door. When you enter the glass door - you skip first court on the left, continue going straight. Then you will have one more glass door - and then on the left side you will find the wardrobe for guys, next one is for girls. Enter and you will see the court. If you cannot find the court - please call me +4368110774490âš
đ¶ Price: 7 euro for 2 hours. Paid after the game.âšWe use the money to cover courts price and small organization expenses.â©
đȘ Level: intermediate and higher. Intermediate means that you have experience playing indoor volleyball and you can pass the ball correctly.â©â©Hosts & regular players reserve their right to ask people out of the game/event in order to keep good vibes on the court.â©
âïžCancelation time: 24 hours before.âšIn case of last minute cancelation, please: find a replacement, anounce ASAP and contribute to covering court/courts price. Otherwise, if you do not come without notice - you will be blocked from other games.â©My phone number for communication: +436769860994
Funday Stand Up Comedy Open Mic @The.Comedy.Pub
**Funday â The ultimate English-speaking Open Mic at The Comedy Pub. New jokes, new faces, and big laughs every Sunday! Free entry!**
**[đ« Grab your tickets now and let's turn this Sunday into a day of laughter and unforgettable memories. See you there!](https://www.universe.com/events/funday-english-stand-up-comedy-open-mic-the-comedy-pub-tickets-5JTXWR?ref=MeetUp)**
Kick off your week with a laugh at **Funday**, the ultimate English-speaking Open Mic at **The Comedy Pub**! Here, seasoned comedians and brave newcomers take the stage to try out their best jokes, wildest stories, and most daring punchlines. From sharp one-liners to hilarious life stories, you never know what youâre going to getâbut itâs always entertaining!
### đ€ **What is an Open Mic?**
An **Open Mic** is the testing ground for comedians. Itâs where pros fine-tune their new material, and fresh faces take their first step into the spotlight. It can be amazingâŠor a total messâbut thatâs the beauty of it! The audience gets to witness comedy in its rawest form: unfiltered, unpredictable, and absolutely unique.
### đ» **The Comedy Pub â Vienna's Only Dedicated Stand-Up Comedy Club!**
Located in the heart of Vienna at **KettenbrĂŒckengasse 7**, **The Comedy Pub** is the cityâs premier destination for live English-speaking stand-up. With its cozy Irish pub atmosphere, a fantastic selection of drinks, and an intimate stage, itâs the perfect spot to enjoy a night of comedy. Our club is dedicated to bringing you the best laughs, week after week.
### đĄ **Why is it Free? (Donation-Based Event!)**
Comedy needs an audienceâyour laughter, your reactions, even your groans help comedians sharpen their jokes. Thatâs why entry is free, and donations are welcome. If you had a great time, show some love. If you didnâtâŠwell, thereâs always next week!
### đïž **Audience Guidelines:**
To make sure everyone has a great time, here are a few things we ask:
* **Be on time:** We start right on schedule.
* **Follow the rules:** Itâs really not that hard.
* **Laugh when itâs funny:** Your reactions shape the show.
* **Donate if you enjoyed it:** Show your appreciation for the laughs.
* **No heckling:** You will lose. Every time.
* **No talking during the show:** Respect the performers and your fellow audience members.
This isnât your living roomâitâs a privilege to be here. If you disrupt the show, the audience, or the comedians, youâre out. No refunds, no second chances. Weâre here for good vibes and great comedyâdonât mess that up.
### đ **Funday â The Best Way to End Your Weekend with Laughter!**
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Indoor Padel at Racketworld Ottakring, intermediate or low advanced
Join us for **Indoor** Padel at Racketworld Ottakring (right next to metro station U3 KendlerstraĂe).
**Skill requirements:**
* Comfortable with back-wall rebounds
* you can play fore- and backhand
* You can return balls as volley and smash balls if you have the opportunity
* Lob the ball close to the back-wall if necessary
**How we play**?
one court: 4-5 players / intermediate and low-advanced only
**Price**
* 17-20 ⏠for 2h depending on number of players
* I usually have spare rackets available for free. Otherwise you can rent a racket from the venue for 4 âŹ
* You can pay via Revolut, PayPal, instant Bank Transfer or Cash. I prefer transfer over cash.
**Cancellation**
* If the wait list is empty, please cancel at least 26h before the event (The venue mandates me to cancel at least 24h before)
* If people are on the wait list please cancel at least 10h before the event to give people on the wait list a chance to jump in. If you cancel later, you have to pay a 10 ⏠late cancellation fee. All late cancellation fees will be donated to MĂ©decins Sans FrontiĂšres (Ărzte ohne Grenzen).
* I understand that sometimes unexpected things can come up. However, not showing up and failing to let me know is considered disrespectful and goes against the community spirit. You still have to pay the full event fee.
**Important**
* Playing competitive is allowed (Smashing balls, hitting balls close to opponent player etc.)
* We still value fair play and sportsmanship.
* Having fun together is way more important as winning.
**Other information**
* We are respectful and warm with each other. Our cultural and professional background is diverse
* The host or regular players can ask misbehaving players to step out from the court
* The venue has changing rooms and showers free of charge. Lockers are available but you have to bring your own pad lock.
âšâšSpeed Friending âš age 20-29/30-39
âïžWould you like to meet new friends?âšWelcome to Speed Friending in Vienna! Age 20-29/30-39.
Please read the description attentively:
Our next event is coming soon!
Price 10⏠and order a drink for boys
It is for free for girls
âšif youâre not comfortable with the price, you are welcome to skip this event.
How it works:
âą Youâll have a short conversations with different people.
âą After each round, youâll switch to meet someone new.
âą Youâll note who you liked, and if thereâs a match, weâll connect you after the event.
ââ Age groups:
The main groups are for ages 20-29 and 30-39
You are welcome)! Register today)âš
Join us on Instagram and donât miss new events
https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr
Shut Up & Write!Ÿ - Sundays at Café Pierre
Come write with us at Cafe Pierre every Sunday at 18:00-20:00!
A message from Shut Up & Write: "Shut Up & Write hosts free, in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writerâregardless of genre or skill levelâhas access to the resources, community, and accountability that they need to be successful in their personal writing goals."
And what this looks like at our event: We chat and give short introductions to what we are working on at 18:00, then start writing at 18:15. Though we try to start on dot, being late isn't a problemâjust find a spot and get to work! We write until 20:00 and then discuss how our writing went. From fiction to non-fiction, academic papers to poetry, applications to work-related writingâanything goes! Nothing is needed except for you to bring whatever is need to get stuff done, i.e. laptop, headphones, pen and paper, and so on.
Optional socialising may happen before 18:00 and after 20:00, or you may choose to use this time to get some more done! Please do order something from the café (drink, meal, dessert, etc.) so as to keep us in their good graces!
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Founders Running Club :: Vienna
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacerâpets, friends, family, are welcome.
đïž Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
đ Now in 35+ cities
đ
Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
You can drop your layers, bags & whatever else at Café Brenner before the run.
đ Meeting point:
09:55 at CafĂ© Brenner (https://share.google/YQ03QVDuYaga5AFRm) â drop your stuff, say hi.
đ 10:00 warm-up starts outside of the building (Superbude)
âĄïž Then we head off on the \~5K Prater loop.
â Post-run: coffee back at CafĂ© Brenner.
âïžđ The storage room at CafĂ© Brenner will be locked during the run â but please note: Neither Founders Running Club nor CafĂ© Brenner does assume any liability.
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
SPECIAL OUTDOOR SUMMER PICKNICK & SALSA & BACHATA COURSES!âïžđđ„Șđđđđœđșđœâ€ïž
âïžđSONNTAGS SPEZIELLE SALSA & BACHATA KURSE & PICKNICK!!đđâïžđđ„Șđ„
âą16:30 treffen wir uns auf der DONAU INSEL. Wenn ihr schwimmen wollt,gerne könnt ihr die Badekleidungen mitnehmen.
Jeder kann etwas zum essen & trinken mitbringen und
âąum 18:00 fangen wir mit BACHATA SENSUAL KURSE an und
âąum 19:00 SALSA KURSEđđœđșđœ und nachher weiter tanzenđ
đ„SPECIAL PREIS FĂR MEETUP PEOPLE (PRO KURS,eine Stunde) : âŹ10 đ„ mit âSUMMER MAGICâ CODE
đFĂR ANMELDUNG & FRAGEN: 0676 486 9162
Freue mich auf Euch alle!!
Lass uns den Sommer zusammen genieĂen & tanzen!đâ€ïž
Lg.Esra Berköz đđœđ
CAMERA ROLL MOMENTS đ±
Join Art with Soul - Vienna Art Classes for a fun and creative day of acrylic painting with the theme CAMERA ROLL MOMENTS đ±! If you have a favorite photo, whether itâs on your phone or in a photo album that you always wished to have as a painting, send it over, and weâll make that happen together đ. Bring out your inner artist while enjoying our snack buffet and beverages.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, our instructor will guide you through techniques to create your own masterpiece. Take this time to unwind, socialize, and explore your artistic side in a welcoming and supportive environment. Let's come together to paint, learn, and build a vibrant community of art lovers in Vienna.
Social Hike: Moon River
What an experience. After a 10-minute train ride just outside Vienna proper, we'll hit the fields and seek out a small creek heading East, passing two villages and one lovely town famous for its brewery. Low-flying planes hint at the proximity of an airport. Slowly turning into a river, the creek yet leads us in a different direction through thick forests and water preservation areas.
To secure your spots, please ...
Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended)
Step 2: Complete your booking at https://vienna.ixpat.com/moonriver
Salsa Dance Photoshoot: Be Our Guest Photographer! đžđđ»đșđ» Vienna
Enjoy capturing the rhythm of salsa dancing with your camera đžđđș
[https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVn298hCPLw](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVn298hCPLw)
**Be our photographer guest :)**
đž Practice your photography at a fun, informal salsa workshop with young professionals. You may join us for only 30 or 60 min as well.
đ¶ Join the dancing too, if you like! We dance in a group - no partner needed.
đ§ Enjoy our chill-out breaks with refreshments and DJ vibes.
đ« Non-profit event. We'd appreciate you sharing a few photos afterward (can be unedited). We will post them in our event platforms and tag you as collaborator :)
âčïž Posting content in your own platforms: please agree directly with the participant(s) on its use and conditions.
**We're inviting 2 photographers to join us as our special guests.**
Please register over Instagram. Just DM us with the word "salsa" to claim your spot đđ»
[https://instagram.com/salsameetups](https://instagram.com/salsameetups)
LIFE drawing LIVE concert JAM
**Life Live JAM** is a creative session. Draw **life models** while talented musicians set the mood with a **live concert**.
Itâs about inspiration, improvisation, creation and reaction.
Curious ears, creative eyes, playful hands and kind hearts, all are welcome.
Come solo or bring friends, you will meet interesting people either way :)
đž Check the vibes on Instagram: [@lifelivejam](https://www.instagram.com/lifelivejam)
đ
**When:** We'll be opening the doors at **6:30 pm**. The session starts at **7pm** and finishes around 9pm, but after that we'll stay for a drink, share our artwork, and mingle.
đš **What to bring:** Whatever drawing stuff you like (pencils, charcoals, sketchbooks, ipad, etc.)
đ **Where:** FANIAlive, U-Bahn Bogen GĂŒrtellinie 22â23, 1080 Vienna (just by U6 **ThaliastraĂe**)
đč Drinks will be sold at the bar.
There will be pencils and sketchpads to share, so you donât have to worry about art supply shops closed on a Sunday in Vienna ;)
See you!
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Disc Tues / Choose Your Movie: TOW vs THEY WILL KILL YOU at the Gateway!
Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of the top-reviewed indie drama TOW or the action-comedy-horror THEY WILL KILL YOU! A winner either way! Here are details, trailer and plan for this event:
TOW: This drama follows a homeless Seattle woman who fights her way out of tow-company hell to reclaim her life and the car that held it all together after receiving a tow bill for $21,634. The film is directed by Stephanie Laing and stars Rose Byrne, Dominic Sessa, Demi Lovato, Ariana DeBose, Octavia Spencer, Simon Rex, Elsie Fisher and Corbin Bernsen. Tow premiered to rave reviews at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival where critics declared, âTow is a winnerâ and called the film âa story of perseverance, heart, and real fight, the kind of small human story we see less frequently these days, but need now more than ever!â TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiUtqgeDVI8
THEY WILL KILL YOU: A woman takes a job as a housekeeper in a NYC high-rise, unaware of the building's history of disappearances. She soon realizes the community is shrouded in mystery. The film is directed by Kirill Sokolov and Zadie Beetz, Myha'la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette. The film is being released immediately following its premiere at this yearâs SXSW Festival earlier this month. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYqQPiXpi4w
PLAN: Weâll plan for a 7pm-ish showing of both films and will meet in the upstairs lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase via the GFC website is advised! Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, youâre covered for the night!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Dinner & a Movie: PROJECT HAIL MARY at Marcus Pickerington!
Join us as we get together to see Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller in the highly anticipated sci-fi adventure, PROJECT HAIL MARY! The film is based on the best-selling novel of The Martian and follows a man who awakens on a spacecraft before realizing his mission to save Earth. Hereâs a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: A science teacher wakes up on a spaceship, light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission to save the Earth. The film is directed by the filmmaking due Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (21 and 22 Jump Street, Into and Across the Spider-Verse) and is based on the 2021 novel by Andy Weir (The Martian). The film stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Huller (Anatomy of a Fall, The Zone of Interest), Lionel Boyce, Milana Vayntrub and Ken Leung.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VYsnngkS_U
BUZZ AND REVIEWS: The buzz and reviews for PROJECT HAIL MARY are off-the-charts good! The film is earning a 95% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where critics call it an âold school blockbuster crowd-pleaserâ and âa new sci-fi classic!â Itâs âdeeply hopeful,â well-acted,â funny,â âdramatic,â and âexceptionally rousing throughout!â Others call it âsomething truly magicalâ and one that âweâll be talking about this one for decades to come!â And I believe Slashfilm says it best: âIt will lift up and squeeze your heart, crack you up with laughter, and give you a sense of hope and wonder in a way that few movies have been able to inspire.â
MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 2:30pm SuperScreen DLX showing and meet in the lobby area between 2:05 and 2:15pm! Tickets already on sale and will likely move fast for this hot ticket / opening weekend showing so advance ticket purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. As a headâs up, this is a longer movie at 2hrs 36mins.
DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie at 5:30pm at group favorite, FUGU SUSHI, located just next door! Separate RSVP required for the Dinner / Movie portions of this event. An RSVP here means you're signed up for the MOVIE! This portion will be open as long as seats remain. If you also plan to join for dinner, please also RSVP in the separate event listing for the dinner portion of this event.
Should be a good one, Dan
The Graduate
This 1967 film is widely regarded as one of the best American movies ever made. Now remembered almost as much for its Simon and Garfunkel music as its deadpan comedy and being the role that established Dustin Hoffman as the hottest actor in Hollywood. It became a cultural icon for capturing the spirit of 60s angst of a young man on the make, while garnering a batch of Oscar nominations.
After watching the movie on your own, join us to relive (or experience!) those feelings at our discussion.
Oscar Watch Party
By popular demand, we're reserving a special meeting to watch the Oscars at Studio 35...
CMG Special Event: OSCAR PARTY & RED CARPET BASH at the Drexel Theatre!
Join us as we get together for a CMG-favorite event, the OSCAR PARTY AND RED CARPET BASH at the Drexel Theatre! The highlight of the movie year live on the big screen always makes for a fun and memorable evening! Here are details for this event:
WHAT TO EXPECT: This yearâs ceremony will be hosted once again by Conan OâBrien. In addition to the Oscars on the big screen, your ticket includes a Meal Deal from the Drexelâs new food partner Newfangled Kitchen (Iâm checking on vegetarian/vegan options) along with unlimited popcorn and sodas, a free box of candy, and your first beer, wine or specialty drink on the house! Also included: Oscar-themed trivia with prizes from local businesses, on-site paparazzi, and the Drexel's Oscar ballot contest with a chance to win a year of free Drexel movies! Plus, the BEST and most FUN way to watch the Oscars with fellow film fans and your CMG friends!
ADVANCE TICKETS: General public tickets are $45 but Movie Group Members and their guests get in for just $35! Hereâs how to purchase your tickets:
\* Option 1 â In Person: You can purchase at the ticket counter anytime during operating hours. Just mention you are with the Columbus Movie Group for the discounted rate.
\* Option 2 â Online: If you prefer to purchase online, you can do so by going to the link below and following these instructions: 1. Click the link below. 2. Click the little TICKETS box then click BUY TICKETS. 3. If you are a Drexel Member, you can log in here to receive the Member/Group rate, which is the same. If you are not a Drexel member, click âNoâ and the $40 Rate will pop up. But, donât fret. Itâs a little hard to find but thereâs a âPromotion Codeâ section on the screen. Click the âKnow a Promotion Code?â box, enter âCMG2026â (case sensitive) and submit. Select the appropriate number of tickets in the Discount Rate section and click âAdd.â Next âProceed to Checkoutâ then âCheckoutâ and enter your credit card info. Thereâs a $1.50 online service fee but itâll save you a trip to the Drexel. (If you donât already have one, you will need to sign in or create an account first.) Sellout possible so please purchase yours as soon as possible in advance!
LINK FOR TICKETS (See Above Instructions): https://prod1.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=373546\~e2e0a350-c626-4e33-bc63-27e983f4aecf&epguid=ab0b2f82-403c-4972-9998-5475e7dcfa0e&mdy=3/15/2026&
DRESS: Dressing up for the occasion art of part of the fun! Dress up as much as you like â there will be everything from casual to formal at the event! Or you can go in character as one of this yearâs nominated films!
ARRIVAL: Doors open for CMG at 5:30pm so thatâs when weâll plan to meet! Thatâll give us plenty of time to fill out our Oscar Ballots, pick up some free popcorn, candy, and something to drink, mix, mingle, take some photos, pick up your Newfangled Kitchen Meal Deal, grab a seat in our CMG Reserved Section, then settle in to enjoy the Academy Awards on the Big Screen!
PICTURES: Weâll take pics throughout the evening and the Drexel Paparazzi will be on hand as well. Weâll also take a big group photo around 6:40 near the entrance before the show begins. If you happen to take some good shots yourself, be sure to upload them on the Oscar Party Meetup event!
RESERVED SEATING: As you enter the theater, the roped off section to the right marked âReservedâ is reserved for you, your guest(s) and the Columbus Movie Group!
VEGAN MEALS: As previously mentioned, the food vendor does NOT have a vegan option at this yearâs Oscar Party. However, we DO have a solution! I have reached out to several individuals who are affected. If you are a vegan, plan to attend the Oscar Party and did not receive an e-mail from me, please reach out via private message post a note below. Iâll provide details off-line.
And while there wonât be a vegan meal option this year, I think we do have a workable solution. And, all other plans are usiness-as-usual: popcorn, sodas, candy, on-site paparazzi, decorations, bar drinks (including your first drink on the house), the Drexelâs Annual Oscar ballot contest, along with the Big Show on the Big Screen and a fun group of Movie Group friends to watch âem with!
BONUS LINKS:
\* COMPLETE LIST OF NOMINEES: https://deadline.com/lists/2026-oscar-nominations-list/
\* INTERESTING ARTICLE ON RECORDS BROKEN, SUPRISING FACTS AND OSCAR FIRSTS: https://abc7.com/post/oscar-nominations-2026-surprising-facts-nominees-98th-oscars/18448908/
\* SHORT VIDEO MONTAGE OF THIS YEARâS BEST PICTURE NOMINEES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3abMnrsaUA
\* FUN VIDEO OF OSCAR NOMINEES HEARING THEIR NOMINATIONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6eY1yGQ2aU
PARKING: Parking is available along Main Street in front of the theater, on Drexel Avenue, and other nearby side streets. Additional parking is available at the Bexley Municipal Parking Lot (two driveways west of the theatre).
LINK: Should be a fun & festive evening and a terrific way to celebrate a great year of movies together!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Dinner After the Movie: Dinner at FUGU SUSHI After Project Hail Mary!
A great movie deserves a great dinner! Join us after PROJECT HAIL MARY for another fun and tasty dinner at a CMG-favorite restaurant, FUGU SUSHI! RSVPs are limited for the dinner portion of this event! Here are complete details:
FUGU SUSHI: Fugu Sushi offers a truly authentic experience that keeps customers (and the Movie Group) coming back for more. They offer an extensive menu with a delightful array of options and something for everyone! From their top-rated sushi, to tasty appetizers, soups, salads, bento boxes, tempura, delicious teriyaki dishes (including chicken, shrimp, salmon, tofu, vegetable and more), and vegetarian and vegan options, youâll be certain to find something you love!
MENU: https://www.fugusushicolumbus.com/menus
RSVP: An RSVP here means you're signed up for the DINNER portion of this event. Seating is limited. If you also plan to join for the movie, please also RSVP in the separate event listing for the movie portion of this event. For the movie, we'll meet in the theater lobby at 2:10pm for the 2:30pm SuperScreen DLX showing. Advance ticket purchase for the movie is advised. Please RSVP in both events, if you plan to attend the movie and dinner.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan























