Stars Shine at Oscars 2026 Afterparties

Dua Lipa, Tate McRae, Olivia Rodrigo, and more celebs party the night away after the big awards show.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 5:20pm

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The 98th annual Academy Awards ceremony was held on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. After the show, stars flocked to various afterparties around Los Angeles, including the high-profile Vanity Fair bash at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Celebrities spotted at the parties included Oscar-winner EJAE, Brandi Carlile, Dua Lipa, Tate McRae, Olivia Rodrigo, Mick Jagger, Nick Jonas, and many more.

Why it matters

The Oscars afterparties are a chance for Hollywood's elite to let loose and celebrate the biggest night in film. These events provide a glimpse into the private lives of celebrities and offer insight into the industry's social dynamics.

The details

The Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art was one of the night's biggest draws, attracting a star-studded guest list. In addition to the Vanity Fair party, Elton John's AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party also drew a crowd of young music stars like Lola Young, Yungblud, and Dua Lipa.

  • The 98th annual Academy Awards ceremony took place on March 15, 2026.
  • The Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty was held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on the same night.

The players

EJAE

An Oscar-winning singer and co-writer of the Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit 'Golden', who is one of the voices of the fictional K-pop band HUNTR/X.

Vanity Fair

The magazine that hosted one of the biggest Oscars afterparties at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Elton John

The legendary musician who hosted his annual AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party, which drew a crowd of young music stars.

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What they’re saying

“The Oscars afterparties are always the best part of the night. It's where you really get to see the stars let loose and have fun.”

— Dua Lipa

“It's an honor to be here celebrating with my peers. The energy at these parties is unmatched.”

— Tate McRae, Singer

The takeaway

The Oscars afterparties provide a glimpse into the private lives of Hollywood's elite, showcasing the industry's social dynamics and the celebratory spirit of the biggest night in film.