Oscars fans looking for a big to-do for the big night, Sunday, Feb. 22, and unable to get to the real thing, have a couple of appealing options in the Tampa Bay area.

Watch the proceedings on the big screen, at Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., or at the Beach Theatre, 315 Corey Ave. in St. Petersburg Beach.

Oscar Night America, celebrating 10 years at Tampa Theatre, means a reception, red-carpet festivities, limo rides around the block, screaming fans and paparazzi.

And it’s all a fundraiser, with proceeds going to the art deco theater’s myriad film and educational programs.

The event kicks off at 6 p.m., and tickets range from $20 for students to $130 for the whole shebang (including VIP reception and admission).

For more information, go to the Tampa Theatre web site or call (813) 274-8981.

The Beach Theatre is offering a low-dough alternative – as in, free admission. The event starts at 8 p.m., naturally, when the ABC telecast gets underway.

For more info, visit the Beach Theatre web site or call (727) 360-6697.