While Fashion Week occupies the island of Manhattan, here in sunny L.A. we're all about showbiz. Awards Season is in full swing and kicks into high gear with Grammy weekend officially upon us. Don't start your bitter Valentine's Day wallowing by digging into that box of chocolates your mom's cousin Cletus sent you just yet—there are a slew of parties for you to hit and you need to look your flyest. Everyone hang onto your mini-skirts and pimp cups because the music industry comes to town this weekend with Grammy pre-parties, galas, brunches, and after parties galore and we have them all here for you in the Official GofG L.A. 2011 Grammy Weekend Party Guide!
-FRIDAY-
Debbie Durkin's Green Grammys Music Saves Lives
Where: The London Hotel Description: Come celebrate the 53rd annual Grammy nominees with charity support for Music Saves Lives. Live acoustic performances with artists from Warner Bros, Interscope, Cash Money & more. [Details]
Friends 'N Family Grammy Event
Where: Paramount Studios Description: Casual late night celebration hosted by music industry VIPs. [Details]
MusiCares Benefit at the Convention Center
Where: Los Angeles Convention Center Description: Stevie Wonder, Seal, Tony Bennett and Glee's Matthew Morrison will honor Barbra Streisand at the 21st annual MusiCares "Person of the Year" event. [Details]
Redzone Entertainment at Playhouse
Where: Playhouse Description: Producer Tricky Stewart responsible for all the good Britney Spears tracks will be celebrating Redzone Entertainment's many nominations with celebrity guests. [Details]
Where: The Colony Description: Ciroc Vodka and Godiva host a party in honor of top music industry executives. Nicole Scherzinger will host the event and Grammy-nominated artist Natasha Bedingfield will perform. [Details]
-SATURDAY-
Rooftop Penthouse Grammy Pre-Party
Where: Paley Center, Rooftop Sky Deck Description: KSandra will perform an exclusive preview live at the Grammys Pre-Party. [Details]
Where: The Lot Description: Drake, Nicki Minaj and the Young Money/Cash Money Records Family present: The exclusive Grammy Party, celebrating Drake & Nicki Minaj's Grammy nominations. [Details]
Where: Beverly Hilton Hotel Description: The music mogul hosts his annual gala said to be the best Grammy party since the 70s. Lucky guests enjoy a sit-down dinner for 1,200 guests and special performances. Confirmed to attend this year are Jeffrey Katzenberg, Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Hudson, Kings of Leon and Bill Maher. [Details]
Where: Supperclub Description: Groove Armada (nominated for best dance/electronic album) will play a set at Supperclub on Saturday. Don't miss out! [Details]
Where: The Music Box Description: The Roots Jam Session is a night where legendary mash-ups and groundbreaking music is created. THE ROOTS JAM SESSION is annually interwoven with themes of social awareness, partnering with top organizations dedicated to creating global change. This year, Jimmy Fallon will be hosting. [Details]
Prom Redo Pre-Grammy/Valentine's Day Event
Where: L Bar Description: Guest get decked out in their Prom finest for this pre-Grammy and Valentine's Day party featuring performances by Silverlake's Everybody Else, Bonnie Dune, and more! [Details]
Saturday Brunch at Gucci/Roc Nation
Where: Soho House Description: Rapper Jay-Z will be hosting brunch at Soho House on Saturday. Mark Ronson and Solange will be DJing the exclusive event. [Details]
-SUNDAY-
Official 53rd Grammy Awards After-Party
Where: Los Angeles Convention Center Description: With more amazing performances, gourmet dishes by Wolfgang Puck, and the glamour of Studio 54 design, the official Grammy after-party is a great way to top off the night. [Details]
Sony Music Post Party at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Where: The Beverly Hills Hotel Description: Sony will honor its nominees at the Beverly Hills Hotel's Bar Nineteen 12 Sunday. [Details]
'Look Like You Give A Damn' Grammys After Party By Nivea For Men
Where: T.B.D. Description: This exclusive late-night after party event is presented by Steve Rifkind, Scooter Braun and DJ Cassidy and the location will be announced the day of. [Details]
Where: Soho House Description: Warner will take over the penthouse of Luckman Plaza on Sunset Boulevard for their post-Grammy party. [Details]
Where: Milk Studios Description: To celebrate the 53rd Grammy Awards, Ultimate Ears by Logitech presents The EMI Grammys After-Party where EMI's roster of talent will be joined by VIPs and key media groups immediately following the awards. [Details]
Bob Sinclair's Grammy After-Party
Where: Ecco Ultra Lounge Description: Come out to one of the most exciting Grammy after parties of the weekend! Hosted by Bob Sinclair, it's sure to be a banger. [Details]