What Is the Met Gala?
The Met Gala serves as the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s premier annual fundraiser in New York City. It supports the Costume Institute’s operations and exhibitions. The event began in 1948 and has grown into a major cultural tradition. Last year’s gala raised a record $31 million.
What Happens at the Event?
The Met Gala blends high-stakes fundraising with dramatic red carpet theater. Guests start arriving around 5 p.m. ET, and the procession continues until about 8 p.m. Organizers keep the main dinner and program private—no filming or phones allowed. Attendees follow a strict no-phone policy so they can focus on the night.
When Is the Met Gala 2026?
The 2026 Met Gala takes place tonight, Monday, May 4. The event always falls on the first Monday in May. Fashion insiders and fans worldwide consider it the year’s most prestigious fashion gathering.
What Is the Met Gala 2026 Theme and Dress Code?
The spring 2026 exhibition is titled Costume Art. The official dress code, “Fashion is Art,” encourages guests to treat their outfits as wearable art. The show pairs garments with art objects and displays nearly 400 pieces. It opens to the public on May 10, 2026, and runs through January 10, 2027, in the new Conde M. Nast Galleries at The Met Fifth Avenue.
Who Is Hosting the Met Gala 2026?
Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour co-chair the 2026 Met Gala. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Bezos serve as honorary co-chairs and lead sponsors. Anthony Vaccarello and Zoe Kravitz co-chair the Host Committee, which also includes Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Angela Bassett, Gwendoline Christie, Misty Copeland, Sam Smith, Teyana Taylor, and A’ja Wilson.
Who Is Invited to the Event?
Anna Wintour has personally overseen the guest list since 1995. The gala remains invitation-only. Most celebrities attend at the invitation of a sponsoring brand. Individuals can buy tickets for about $75,000 each, though the roughly 450 invitations go out by careful selection each year.
Where Is the Event Held?
The Met Gala unfolds inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Guests climb the museum’s famous front steps for the red carpet moment.
Where Can I Watch the Met Gala 2026 Livestream?
Vogue streams the official red carpet coverage live starting at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT on Vogue.com, YouTube, and TikTok. Ashley Graham, La La Anthony, and Cara Delevingne host, with Emma Chamberlain back as red carpet correspondent. You can also catch highlights on AP, TODAY, Reuters, and E! (via Peacock). All streams are free.
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