Inside the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party: An Extravagant Evening of Hollywood Glamour and Luxury

Each year, the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Radhika Jones, solidifies its status as the most exclusive after-party of the Academy Awards®. Held on Sunday, March 2, 2025, the star-studded affair unfolded within a custom-designed venue, seamlessly connecting the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts with Beverly Hills City Hall. A beacon of cinematic and sartorial excellence, the event brought together Oscar winners, A-list celebrities, fashion icons, and industry elites for an evening of unparalleled indulgence.

From the gilded entrance to the midnight revelry, every detail of the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party was curated to perfection, blending high fashion, exceptional dining, and immersive entertainment into an unforgettable Hollywood spectacle.

The evening commenced with an arrival experience unlike any other. Guests were first greeted by a set of ‘speakeasy’ doors, leading into a glamorous tunnel draped in shimmering silver fabric. As they made their way onto the 130-foot gold and silver striped carpet, a striking 10-foot-high Vanity Fair backdrop in gradient hues of yellow, orange, and red set the tone for the dazzling night ahead.

High-profile arrivals included Adrien Brody, Zoe Saldaña, Mikey Madison, and Sean Baker, all stepping into the limelight fresh from their Oscar victories. Meanwhile, Tan France, Paige DeSorbo, Hannah Berner, and Francesca Scorsese hosted Vanity Fair’s official red carpet livestream, offering real-time fashion commentary and exclusive interviews.

Adding to the red carpet glamour, guests could refresh their looks at the L’Oréal Paris Touch-Up Bar, ensuring they remained camera-ready throughout the evening.

Inside, guests were transported into an era of vintage Hollywood luxury, with the venue’s design inspired by 1960s Hollywood party homes. The sunken living room lounge, adorned with plush velvet seating, became the perfect gathering space for pre-dinner cocktails and Oscar viewing. A 15-foot LED screen streamed the ceremony, while a custom-built five-foot disco ball hinted at the revelry to come.

Beyond the lounge, guests entered a sprawling 5,000-square-foot bar area, centered around a 50-foot oval bar, framed by 25-foot marigold yellow curtains on one side and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall overlooking Beverly Hills City Hall on the other. Illuminated in warm hues, the historic landmark served as a striking backdrop for the evening’s festivities.

A highlight of the evening was a lavish dinner crafted by renowned chef Evan Funke, known for his culinary artistry at Funke, Beverly Hills. The dining room’s warm yellow and peach tones, complemented by Pierre Frey zebra-stripe upholstered banquettes, provided an elegant setting for the night’s indulgences.

Accompanying the Michelin-caliber menu were exceptional wines by Kosta Browne, including the 2021 One-Sixteen Chardonnay and 2021 Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, with the 2020 Cerise Vineyard Pinot Noir making its debut at the afterparty.

As the evening progressed, guests ventured into the outdoor courtyard, where Chef Funke personally prepared five varieties of his famed pizzas from a custom three-oven pizza bar. The dining experience was further elevated by the Funke Gelato Cart, offering a sweet finale under the illuminated palm trees.

Of course, no Vanity Fair Oscar Party would be complete without late-night In-N-Out burgers, ensuring that Hollywood’s biggest stars ended the night on a delicious note.

Once the Academy Awards concluded, the dining space underwent a spectacular transformation, morphing into an intimate nightclub, Club VF, presented by Tequila Don Julio. A mirror-clad Don Julio 1942 bar gleamed opposite the DJ booth, where DJ Ruckus, DJ Politik, and Mr. Furbzz kept the party alive with high-energy beats.

A spinning disco ball reflected golden light across the room, as guests sipped on Espresso Martinis and Moët & Chandon while dancing late into the night.

Acclaimed photographer Alvaro Colom returned to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party to capture winners and VIP guests in a cinematic black-and-white video studio. Against a timeless Hollywood movie set backdrop, celebrities emerged in full color, symbolizing the magic of modern-day Hollywood breathing life into its golden-age roots.

Nearby, guests could retreat to the adjacent lounge, enjoying a selection of fine spirits and signature cocktails while awaiting their exclusive portrait sessions.

As the festivities wound down, guests were ushered through the Departure Lounge, where they were treated to Gnarwhal Coffee & Donuts, a Vanity Fair-branded hydration station by Vivreau, and on-demand Uber concierge services ensuring a seamless departure.

From breathtaking décor to next-level culinary artistry and electrifying entertainment, the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party once again redefined Hollywood’s most exclusive evening, proving that the true magic of the Oscars extends far beyond the awards themselves.

For an inside look at exclusive photos and red carpet highlights, follow @VanityFair on social media using #VFOscars and #VanityFairOscarParty.

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