The 2026 Met Gala will take place on Monday, May 4, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This year’s theme explores the relationship between fashion and the body, with Beyoncé returning as a co-chair after a decade.
Key details:
- The dress code for the event is ‘Fashion Is Art.’
- Live red carpet coverage starts at 6pm ET/3pm PT.
- The gala typically raises eight-figure sums for the Costume Institute.
- Approximately 450 attendees are expected this year.
The Met Gala has occurred on the first Monday of May since 2005. It is one of the most high-profile fashion events in the world, known for its celebrity arrivals and extravagant outfits.
In recent years, the event raised around $31 million in 2025, marking its largest amount in history. The livestream will be hosted exclusively by Vogue across its digital platforms and YouTube.
Other notable attendees include Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, Ashley Graham, La La Anthony, and Cara Delevingne. The anticipation for this year’s event continues to grow as preparations unfold.
