What makes this year particularly exciting is the return of Beyoncé(!!!), who's co-chairing the event—marking her first Met Gala appearance in about a decade. As we all know, when Beyoncé shows up to anything, it's an event, darling. When she returns to the Met Gala after years away? That's history, honey! She'll be joined by fellow co-chairs Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and the ultimate gatekeeper Anna Wintour, who continues her reign as the gala's longtime organizer and makes the final decision on the guests who'll be admitted through those famous museum doors.
Here's everything we know so far about the 2026 Met Gala.
Mark your calendars for Monday, May 4, 2026.
What Time Does the 2026 Met Gala Start?
The red carpet typically begins around 6:00 p.m. ET and celebrity arrivals generally continue for the next two hours. After the carpet wraps, guests go inside for dinner and a private exhibition preview. If you're planning to watch the livestream, set your alarm for just before six o'clock so you're settled in once things kick off.
Zendaya arrives at the 2025 Met Gala.Photo by Dia Dipasupil on Getty Images
The theme explores the relationship between fashion and the human body, examining how clothing functions as a form of artistic expression across history. The accompanying exhibition will feature roughly 400 objects—about 200 garments and 200 artworks—displayed in pairs to highlight the connections between fashion and visual art.
The dress code "Fashion Is Art" is intentionally broad, which has sparked mixed reactions. Some critics have called it the "laziest ever" and too vague, while others believe the open-ended nature could lead to the most creative red carpet looks we've seen in years. Fashion insiders are predicting sculptural garments, wearable art pieces, museum-inspired looks and archival couture that makes a statement about fashion as fine art.
Who Is Co-Chairing the 2026 Met Gala?
Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and Anna Wintour are this year's co-chairs.
Kidman brings her history of taking fashion risks on red carpets, while Williams represents the athletic-meets-high-fashion crossover that the Met Gala increasingly celebrates. And of course, Wintour continues her role as the gala's longtime organizer—if you're there, it's because she approved your invitation.
The host committee includes major names across music, fashion and sports.
Host committee members are confirmed to attend the gala and help promote the event, which means you will see all of these stars on the red carpet.
Who Will Be at the 2026 Met Gala?
Between the co-chairs (Beyoncé, Kidman, Williams and Wintour) and the host committee (Carpenter, Doja Cat, LISA, Smith, Kravitz, Wilson, Copeland, Dunham, Christie, Debicki, Elsesser, Consani, Taylor and Anthony Vaccarello), there are already nearly 20 confirmed attendees.Jeff Bezosand Lauren Sánchez Bezos will also be there as honorary chairs and lead sponsors of both the gala and the exhibition.
With The Devil Wears Prada 2 hitting theaters just days earlier on May 1, we're also expecting to see cast members from the film and are hoping to see "Runway" performers Lady Gaga and Doechii on the carpet.
Who Are the Celebrities Banned From the Met Gala?
While the full "banned" list has never been officially confirmed, Anna Wintour named one person she would never invite back during an appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden: Donald Trump. Other celebrities who are rumored to be banned include Tim Gunn—who shared an unflattering story about the Vogue legend—and Kanye Westfollowing his antisemitic remarks. The newest rumored name on the list is said to be Nicki Minaj, who did not receive an invite to the 2026 gala.
And some previous attendees have spoken out against the annual event, only to return years later. For example, in 2018, Demi Lovato toldBillboard she had a terrible experience. "I remember being so uncomfortable that I wanted to drink," she shared. However, she came back in 2024.
Demi Lovato described the Met Gala as "very cliquey," but gave it another shot in 2024.The cost to attend has skyrocketed in recent years. In 2024, individual tickets hit $75,000—up from $50,000 in 2023 and $35,000 in 2022. A standard 10-person table starts at $350,000.
Where Does the 2026 Met Gala Take Place?
The event itself happens at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, specifically benefiting the museum's Costume Institute. The famous red carpet unfolds on the museum's front steps (you've seen the photos!), while the exclusive dinner and exhibition preview happen inside. (And, of course, all the cool girls hang in the bathroom!)
Saint Laurent, Condé Nast and major donors—including Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos—are backing the event.
How To Watch the 2026 Met Gala
Vogue has confirmed that its sixth annual Met Gala livestream will kick off at 6:00 p.m. ET on May 4 and will stream live across its digital platforms—including YouTube and TikTok. Emma Chamberlain will return as Vogue's red carpet correspondent, while Ashley Graham, Cara Delevingne and La La Anthony will serve as livestream hosts.
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