Most Expensive Hollywood Parties in History

Cost: $110,000*
Location: Staples Center 

The Kardashian-Jenner clan aren’t scared to spend money on birthday parties, especially if they’re a surprise. When Kanye West turned 28, his then-wife Kim opted to rent out the Staples Center and surprise Kanye with the entire Lakers team, featuring some guests. 

The basketball party saw the entire Lakers squad don “West” jerseys, while Justin Bieber also turned up for the festivities. Kim spent around $110,000 on the surprise bash, but there was more to it. John Legend belted out a tune for his buddy while they all played basketball. 

Cost: $75,000 per guest*
Location: Multiple locations across Paris, London, Tokyo, New York, L.A, Las Vegas

When you’re the most famous heiress in the world and you turn 21, it’s going to be a big deal. Paris Hilton found that out for herself when her big day came in 2002. Instead of hosting just one enormous party, Paris invented several friends to party with her on a 5-day trip across the globe. 

Paris Hilton's 21st Birthday Party ©Dave Benett / Gettyimages.com

They stopped in Paris, London, Tokyo, New York, L.A, and Las Vegas. Needless to say, it wasn’t cheap. Each guest reportedly cost $75,000, so the festivities were just as much of a present to them from Paris’ father, Hilton titan Rick. 

Cost: $100,000*
Location: Kate’s Cotswolds, UK home 

It’s true what they say – supermodels really know how to party. As a runway legend, Kate Moss is no stranger to a lavish event. When she turned 40, the star wanted to ring it in by celebrating at her Cotswolds home in the UK. It wasn’t simply dinner and drinks with friends, but a $100,000-dollar shindig. 

Kate Moss's 40th Birthday Party @vogue.com @popsugar/Pinterest.com

The celebrations reportedly lasted four days and were more like a festival, with Kate erecting a stage on her property and having some of her famous friends perform. Artists like Sony’s Primal Scream, Massive Attack, and even Oasis got up on the stage. 

Cost: $200,000*
Location: Barclays Center 

When Beyonce and Jay-Z welcomed their first daughter, Blue Ivy, into the world in 2012, the world was elated. Fans have been fixated on the little tot ever since, but in 2013 that was especially true. Blue Ivy was treated to one heck of a party when she turned one, with Bey and Jay using the nursery at the Barclays Center for the bash. 

Beyonce and Jay-Z's Daughter's First Birthday Party @Hellokittyloveg / Pinterest.com

The entire space was decked out in white and pink roses, but that wasn’t all. Blue got some pretty outrageous gifts as well, including a diamond-encrusted Barbie that cost over $80,000. Over $95,000 was spent on decorations alone. 

Cost: $1.8 million*
Location: Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai 

Everyone who’s anyone knows that the place to be is Dubai. It’s a beautiful country with plenty to offer – especially if you’re willing to pay for it. When Naomi Campbell turned 36 in 2006, she jumped on a plane and set up a huge event to celebrate. 

Naomi Campbell 36th Birthday Party @gginacupcake81y / Pinterest.com

The 3-day affair was hosted at the Burj Al-Arab hotel, with the entire facility rented out exclusively for the model and her friends. Each day had a different theme, including Hip Hop, Grand Brazilian Samba, and All White. The overall cost topped $1.8 million – but who’s counting? 

Cost: $1.3 million*
Location: Kim and Kanye’s LA home 

Kim and Kanye West have one of the most expensive homes in Hollywood, so it’s only right that they make use of the space every once in a while. At one point, they decided to give Kris Jenner a break from hosting the Christmas party and instead threw it at their home. 

Kim and Kanye's Winter Wonderland Christmas Party @rayworld22 / Pinterest.com

The very modern bash was full of abstract shapes, faux fur, and futuristic fancies. The Winter Wonderland-themed party wasn’t cheap, coming in at a cost of around $1.3 million. They even managed to rope John Legend into performing. Plenty of photos eventually found their way to Facebook.

Cost: $100,000*
Location: Polaroid Beach House, Malibu 

Lindsay Lohan knows how to party. Although she may have quieted down somewhat in her thirties, back in the early to mid-noughties Lindsay was living it up. When she turned 20, she partnered up with Life & Style magazine. The magazine paid for everything, but in return, they got publishing rights to the photos. 

Lindsay Lohan's 20th Birthday Party @devathackray / Pinterest.com

The photos were a sight to behold, too. With big names like Woody Harrelson, Nicole Richie, and Courtney Love in attendance, the night was nothing short of interesting. The final cost was reported at $100,000. 

Cost: $10 million*
Location: The Rainbow Room 

It’s not only birthday parties that can be expensive in celebrity circles. In 2005, the daughter of businessman David Brooks, Elizabeth, was treated to a truly spectacular Bat Mitzvah party that ended up costing daddy $10 million. 

The Bat Mitzvah of Elizabeth Brooks @edgehillmusic / Facebook.com

The entire event was over the top, with the Brooks family hiring out two floors of the Rainbow Room and getting some huge artists to perform. Steven Tyler, 50 Cent, and even Don Henly from the Eagles. Lucky guests even got to take home a gift bag that contained an iPod and other expensive items. 

Cost: $345,000*
Location: Delilah’s, West Hollywood 

Considering just how much money Kylie Jenner is worth, her 21st birthday could have cost a lot more. The beauty mogul hired Delilah’s in West Hollywood and had a distinctly pink birthday party. All of her sisters dressed to match Kylie, but that wasn’t the only spectacle. 

Kylie Jenner's 21st Birthday Party @dailymail / Pinterest.com

Travis Scott performed at the party, while comedian Dave Chapelle got the guests rolling on the floor with laughter. All in all, it was a very Instagrammable party that cost Kylie somewhere in the region of $345,000. The bill certainly could’ve been worse. 

Cost: $1.6 million*
Location: Mansion in Hertfordshire, UK 

Simon Cowell has built a huge empire that’s impressive by anyone’s standards. It can’t be denied that Simon works hard for his money, but he also plays hard, too. When he turned 60, the star decided to celebrate and pull out all the stops by throwing a huge party at a mansion in Hertfordshire. 

Simon Cowell's 50th Birthday Party ©Neil Mockford / Gettyimages.com

The whole affair reportedly cost $1.6 million and included performers that covered songs by Frank Sinatra and the rest of the Rat Pack – but the real gem was a giant shark tank that acted as a focal point. That’s not something you see on Comcast’s NBC. 

Cost: $27.5 million*
Location:  Istana Nurul Iman Palace and other locations 

Sultans typically love anything that looks and feels amazing. They have a taste for luxury – and rightly so. When the Sultan of Brunei turned 50, he spared no expense and threw a party that wouldn’t be forgotten in a hurry. 

The Sultan of Brunei’s 50th Birthday Party @RoyalFamily / Twitter.com

The Sultan reportedly spent $27.5 million on the festivities, but a large chunk of the budget went on one section of the party. Michael Jackson was paid $17 million for a private concert, but that wasn’t all. An opulent dinner party was thrown in the Sultan’s palace and some very special guests attended, including Prince Charles. 

Cost: $3 million*
Location: Astor Courts Estate 

Chelsea Clinton didn’t necessarily always have it easy as the daughter of Bill and Hillary, but she got her happy ending when she tied the knot in 2010. Chelsea married Marc Mezvinsky at Astor Courts Estate. As Bill and Hill’s only daughter, Chelsea’s big day wasn’t cheap. 

Chelsea Clinton's Wedding ©Handout / Gettyimages.com

The festivities reportedly cost over $3 million with the dress alone coming from high-end designer Vera Wang. Over 500 people attended, including Barbra Streisand, Whoopi Goldberg, Stephen Spielberg, and even Ted Danson. 

Cost: $1.5 million*
Location: Cathedral of St. John the Divine in NYC

Elton John has never been the shy and retiring kind. The pop star extraordinaire has always been known for his extravagant style and ability to wow fans with his performances, all from behind a piano. When he turned 60, Elton performed at Madison Square Garden in front of 20,000 onlookers. 

Elton John's 60th Birthday Party ©GNA / Gettyimages.com

If that wasn’t special enough, he moved on to a party at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in Manhattan. Over 500 guests joined him at the lavish affair where Elton had his very own golden throne. The party cost $1.5 million and by all accounts was a huge spectacle that could inspire a Netflix show. 

Cost: $6.5 million*
Location: Borgo Egnazia, Puglia 

When Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel got married in 2012, they didn’t just say their vows and have done with it. They really pushed the boat out and invited guests to spend five days at the Borgo Egnazia luxury resort in Puglia with them. 

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel Wedding @Celebrity Weddings / Youtube.com

The wedding was one thing, but the party itself was something else entirely. The week-long party was full of A-list guests, musical performances, and tons of love and laughter. The bridesmaids wore white as well as the bride, while the groom looked sharp in a black suit.