Oscars 2018: See the stars at the afterparties

Once the Oscars ceremony ends, the real fun begins. After spending months on the press circuit, squeezing themselves into uncomfortable clothes, and making sure they said the exact right thing, Hollywood’s A-listers were ready to let loose.

Stars sipped champagne at the Governor's Ball in the Dolby Theatre, danced at Vanity Fair's annual Beverly Hills bash, watched Elton John perform at his annual gathering, and toasted at any of the other glittering gatherings. In short, they stopped at (almost) is nothing to have a good time. All the biggest names in Hollywood, including Liam Hemsworth, Miley Cyrus, and John, were snapped getting their celebration on. For those who didn't make the (very exclusive) guest lists, consider these photos the next best thing.