The GofG L.A. 2012 Oscar Weekend Party Guide

::SUNDAY, February 26::

Elton John AIDS Foundation Viewing Party

Where: City Of West Hollywood Park Description: If you're not going to the Oscars themselves, the next most exclusive place to be is Sir Elton's legendary annual black-tie viewing party, benefiting the AIDS Foundation. Cocktails, dinner by Iron Chef Cat Cora, and a live performance by Foster The People. We're guessing Madonna's not invited. [Details] [via] -

84th Annual Governor's Ball

Where: Upstairs At Hollywood & Highland Description: As soon as the show ends, the official after-party reception right next to the Kodak Hollywood & Highland Theater begins. 1,000 bottles of Moet, 1,450 pounds of Maine lobster, an elaborately costumed staff, and every single star from the show, winners and losers, at least until they bounce out to hit up the after-party circuit. [Details]

Vanity Fair Party

Where: Sunset Tower Description: The most well-attended and legendary of after parties hits up Sunset Tower for a party described as "a room full of movie stars." So desirable and full of famous people that the hotel builds a special wall to block the view of all (including other hotel guests) who aren't invited. Unless you got a personalized invite from Graydon Carter, the only way you're getting into this one is with a golden statue. [Details] [via]