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What is in the 2026 Oscars goody bag - which is worth over $320,000
Winning an Oscar is the ultimate Hollywood dream, but even the stars who walk away empty-handed still take home an incredible prize.
Nominees at the 98th annual Academy Awards will receive the famous "Everyone Wins" gift bags, which is lavish collection of luxury experiences, cosmetic treatments, and designer items valued at more than $320,000.
The bags, curated by marketing firm Distinctive Assets, have become one of the most talked-about traditions surrounding the film industry's biggest night.
Luxury trips
Some of the most extravagant items in the bag are globe-spanning vacations that, combined, cost more than many homes.
According to The Sun, one standout prize is a seven-night stay at Essence of Dreams, a $9 million private estate that overlooks Playa Hermosa in Costa Rica.
The trip is valued at around $30,000 and includes access to the 15,500-square-foot villa’s seven suites as well as a full staff featuring a private chef, bartender, concierge, driver, and housekeeping team.
Another getaway is a week-long stay at Can Nemo, a famous Ibiza super-villa valued at about $65,000. The oceanfront property can host up to 16 guests and includes luxury service alongside eco-conscious features such as solar energy and organic produce.
Nominees can also travel north for a $35,000 Northern Lights experience from Hideout Villas in Finnish Lapland. The Arctic adventure includes a private villa, personal chef, VIP driver, and guided wilderness excursions.
For those looking for a quieter escape, the gift bag offers a $26,000 week-long wellness retreat at the Golden Door in Southern California.
Another wellness option is a 10-day reset at Santani in Sri Lanka, a Michelin-recognized resort offering Ayurvedic therapies, mindfulness sessions, and sleep restoration, valued at roughly $30,000.
Cosmetic Treatments and Perks
The swag bag also offers plenty of ways for Hollywood stars to stay camera-ready.
One of the most talked-about inclusions is a $25,000 personalized facial procedure from Manhattan plastic surgeon Dr. Konstantin Vasyukevich, who is renowned for natural-looking facelift results among New York’s Upper East Side clientele.
Nominees can also claim a $10,000 liposuction experience from ArtLipo in Tampa, Florida, performed by surgeon Dr. Thomas Su. The procedure promises sculpted "Celebrity Arms" and "Celebrity Legs" using advanced techniques.
Dental care is also part of the package. Beverly Hills Dental Arts, led by cosmetic dentist Dr. Anjali Rajpal, is offering a $1,200 smile makeover consultation.
Spa treatments are included too, with a $400 credit for services at DESUAR Spa such as lymphatic drainage massages, facials, and a non-surgical facelift using the CACI Synergy Flex device.
The bag also features skincare products, including a $450 Swiss skincare set from INSTYTUTUM, a $70 glow serum from Chanla Chau Cosmetics, Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow toner, Korean toner pads worth $50 each, and a $200 collection of invisible SPF products from Supergoop!.
Home Upgrades and Lifestyle Items
Beyond beauty and travel, nominees are also presented with an enormous home upgrade opportunity.
Interior design firm CBespoke is gifting a turnkey residential design package valued at $100,000 or more. The service can include anything from redesigning a single room to managing a full home renovation or even a brand-new build.
The bag also includes a wide range of luxury lifestyle products. Among them are a $1,270 Kabuki-inspired suitcase from Asia Luggage, a $250 Movie Star fountain pen from BENU designed to resemble a star-filled night sky, and a $75 maple-themed movie night gift box from blanc par rouGe.
Other items include a $300 statement T-shirt from Bored Rebel, $200 worth of comfort footwear from OOFOS, a $50 spill-proof HydroJug Traveler water bottle, a $120 electric flosser from Flaus, and a $290 luxury shower head from GROHE.
Nominees will also receive a photography experience from LIGHT MVMNT STUDIO valued at $1,500 that includes a mini digital camera and portrait session.
Cannabis Treats and Unexpected Extras
The gift bag also reflects modern lifestyle trends, including cannabis-inspired products and wellness items.
Luxury cannabis brand Beboe is providing a $140 gift set featuring a rose-gold tray and accessories.
Cann Social Tonics is offering $100 worth of pocket-sized THC drink packets, while Dogwalkers and RYTHM are supplying cannabis-themed gift sets worth around $200 each.
Señorita THC Margaritas contributes $100 worth of citrus-infused beverages, while Suavecito Tequila adds a bottle of two-year-aged Añejo tequila valued at about $100.
Health-focused additions include a $200 supplement bundle from Glymate x MEBO designed to support blood sugar balance, gut health, and immune function.
Nominees will also receive a $550 trio of artisanal oud fragrances from On The Nose Perfumes and a $150 vegan luxury set from PETA featuring a Birkin-style handbag by GUNAS and plant-based seaweed caviar from Cavi-art.
One of the most unusual items in the bag is a $650 custom prenuptial agreement package from Trusted Prenup, created by divorce attorney James Sexton. The service walks couples through a legally binding agreement that is valid in all 50 states.
This year’s award show takes place on Sunday, March 15, at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, and will once again be hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien.
Major contenders include Hamnet’s Jessie Buckley, Marty Supreme’s Timothée Chalamet, and Weapons star Amy Madigan, while Sinners leads the pack with a record-breaking 16 nominations.
You can watch the ceremony live on ABC.
