Hollywood’s Biggest Nights: Inside the Most Exclusive Parties of Oscar Weekend 2026

Go behind the velvet rope and inside the most exclusive events of the 2026 Oscar weekend.  

Chopard Presents the 34th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party

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Hollywood’s biggest stars turned out in force for the 34th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party, which returned to West Hollywood Park during Oscars weekend and raised an extraordinary $10.6 million in support of the global fight against HIV/AIDS. Hosted by Elton John and David Furnish alongside Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka, the legendary event—presented by Chopard—remains one of the most coveted invitations of awards season. Among the VIPs in attendance were Adam Lambert, Alysa Liu, Andrew Watt, Ashlyn Harris, Bernie Taupin, Becky G, Betsey Johnson, Billie Jean King, Brandi Carlile, Callum Turner, Camille Razat, Charlotte Tilbury, Chris Colfer, Chris Paul, Colton Haynes, Damiano David, David Geffen, Diego Boneta, Dove Cameron, Dua Lipa, Eric McCormack, Fran Drescher, Haley Kiyoko, Ilana Kloss, Jane Seymour, Jesse Jo Stark, JC Chasez, Kate Beckinsale, Keke Palmer, Lana Condor, Laverne Cox, Lisa Ann Walter, Melissa McCarthy, Olivia Palermo, Orville Peck, Patricia Arquette, Renata Notni, RuPaul, Sophia Bush, Stephanie Beatriz, Tiffany Haddish, Tina Knowles, Tove Lo, Yungblud, Zoe Saldaña, and many more. The evening’s entertainment came courtesy of double-platinum British singer Lola Young, who delivered an electrifying performance featuring songs from her latest album I’m Only F**king Myself, including “d£aler” and “SPIDERS,” before bringing the crowd to its feet with her breakout hit “Messy.” A spirited charity auction further fueled the evening’s impact, ensuring the Foundation can continue expanding access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care for communities around the world.

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Charles Finch and CHANEL’s pre-Oscar dinner

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The Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel became the epicenter of Hollywood on Saturday night as Charles Finch and CHANEL hosted their 17th annual Pre-Oscar dinner, one of the most anticipated—and intimate—gatherings ahead of the Academy Awards. The guest list read like a who’s who of film, music, fashion, and culture, with attendees including Nicole Kidman, Lily-Rose Depp, Kristen Stewart, Gracie Abrams, Sarah Pidgeon, Phoebe Tonkin, Elle Fanning, Teyana Taylor, Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale, Jessie Buckley, Adrien Brody and Georgina Chapman, Al Pacino, Delroy Lindo, Ethan Hawke, Harvey Keitel, Javier Bardem, Jeff Goldblum, Jessica Alba, John Mulaney and Olivia Munn, Leslie Mann and Judd Apatow, Maude Apatow, Maya Rudolph, Meg Ryan, Mick Jagger, Sigourney Weaver, Sharon Stone, Stellan Skarsgård, Tom Blyth, Wagner Moura, Ava DuVernay, Danielle Brooks, Jon Batiste, Derek Blasberg, Gus Wenner, J.J. Abrams, Lauren Santo Domingo, Margaret Zhang, Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos, Patty Jenkins, Scott Stuber and Molly Sims, and many more. The evening brought together nominees, actors, directors, producers, musicians, writers, and industry insiders for a relaxed but undeniably glamorous dinner in the Polo Lounge’s signature garden setting. The event also underscored CHANEL’s longstanding relationship with the world of cinema. Since the time of founder Gabrielle Chanel—who famously collaborated with some of the leading filmmakers and artists of her era—the house has maintained a deep connection to the film industry, supporting the creative voices that shape it. Today that commitment continues through a range of initiatives that celebrate filmmakers, champion emerging storytellers, and preserve cinema as one of the most powerful forms of artistic expression. The annual dinner, now a fixture of Oscar weekend, serves as both a celebration of the year in film and a gathering of the artists who continue to define it.

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MPTF’s The Night Before benefit

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Hollywood gathered for one of Oscar weekend’s most meaningful traditions on March 14 as the Motion Picture & Television Fund hosted its 24th Annual “Night Before” benefit, bringing together a powerhouse mix of talent, executives, and industry insiders in support of the organization’s mission to care for the people who power the entertainment business. Co-chaired by Pamela Abdy, Michael De Luca, Kate Hudson, and Michael B. Jordan, the event raised more than $4 million for MPTF’s programs, which provide housing, financial assistance, healthcare, and crisis support to working and retired members of the film and television community. The evening’s host committee included Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, Ryan and Zinzi Coogler, Jacob Elordi, Regina Hall, Stellan Skarsgård, and Teyana Taylor, among others, while a packed guest list featured everyone from Anne Hathaway, Christopher Nolan, Colman Domingo, and Jon Hamm to Kate Beckinsale, Kumail Nanjiani, Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Tom Holland, and Patricia Arquette. Guests also enjoyed a DJ set from three-time GRAMMY winner Diplo and a live performance of “Pale, Pale Moon” from Sinners by Brittany Howard, capping off an evening that balanced celebration with a reminder of the vital role MPTF continues to play in supporting the industry’s artists, crews, and craftspeople when they need it most.

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Darren Dzienciol’s Annual OSCARS EVE party

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Oscar weekend’s party circuit reached full throttle on Saturday night as Darren Dzienciol hosted his annual Oscars Eve celebration, presented by SEJARO, at the legendary Sheats-Goldstein Residence in Beverly Hills. The iconic architectural landmark—owned by James Goldstein—was transformed into a glamorous, candlelit setting reminiscent of old Hollywood, where a black-tie crowd of celebrities, tastemakers, and nightlife regulars gathered for one of the most coveted invitations of the weekend. Among the VIPs in attendance were Sacha Baron Cohen, Travis Scott, Damson Idris, Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers, Dixie D’Amelio, The Kid LAROI, Bronny James, Jeff Ross, Jesse Metcalfe, Ryan Phillippe, Erin Moriarty, Patrick Ta, Lil Huddy, Suede Brooks, Caroline Daur, Jessica Serfaty, Wallis Day, Nicole Kang, Vas Morgan, Izzy Metz, and James Goldstein, alongside a host of influencers and industry insiders who packed the estate’s dramatic glass terraces and poolside lounge. Music drove the energy of the evening, with Don Toliver and Diplo delivering standout performances, while DJ Pookie kicked off the night with an opening set that quickly filled the dance floor inside the estate’s famed nightclub space, Club James. Guests moved between the high-energy interior and the sprawling outdoor patios overlooking the Hollywood Hills while enjoying specialty cocktails from Lalo tequila and late night bites.  Additional VIPs at the Vivienne Sabó Paris-powered bash—including Dominic West, Nils Visser, Anna Pokrov, Goar Avetisyan, Chase Weber, Jay Reeves, Simon Ourian, Laura Polko, Mimi Cutrell, and many more—mingled under the moonlight as the celebration carried on well into the early hours, cementing Dzienciol’s annual bash as one of the most talked-about parties of Oscars weekend.

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WCRF’s “An Unforgettable Evening”

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Philanthropy and Hollywood glamour converged at the Beverly Wilshire as the Women’s Cancer Research Fund hosted its flagship An Unforgettable Evening gala, bringing together a powerhouse lineup of supporters in the fight against breast cancer. The evening welcomed guests on behalf of Honorary Chairs Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks, along with Gala Chairs Jamie Tisch, Laurie Felheimer, and Mary Alice Haney Davidov, and Co-Chairs Whitney Cummings, NJ Falk, Tom Ford, William P. Lauder, Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne, Martin Short, and Sofía Vergara. Hosted by Cummings, the event raised funds for the Women’s Cancer Research Fund, a program of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, dedicated to advancing critical research and improving outcomes for women worldwide. The night’s most powerful moments came through the stories shared on stage. Vergara presented the Unsung Hero Award to Anastasia Beverly Hills founder Anastasia Soare, honoring her leadership and generosity in supporting the organization. In an emotional speech, Soare reflected on how witnessing clients undergoing chemotherapy inspired her to develop products designed to help women regrow their brows during treatment, noting how deeply identity and confidence are tied to even the smallest details of appearance. Later in the evening, Jennifer Lopez made a surprise appearance to present the Courage Award to actress, producer, and director Kerry Washington, who spoke movingly about her mother’s cancer diagnosis and the resilience of families navigating the disease. The program concluded on a celebratory note as Demi Lovato took the stage with powerful performances of “Sorry Not Sorry” and “Cool for the Summer,” while guests including Kris Jenner, Kathy Hilton, Rachel Zoe, Amber Valletta, Kyle Richards, Rhea Seehorn, Maria Menounos, Sutton Stracke, and many more gathered in support of a cause that continues to transform the future of women’s cancer research.

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