Have you checked your calendar yet today, or do you simply have a sixth sense for the first Monday in May?
Either way, New Yorkers, art lovers, and fashion connoisseurs alike all know what day today is: it’s Met Gala Monday!
Every year, the first Monday in May is a dazzling spectacle that combines high-stakes fundraising with the world’s most ambitious red carpet. It’s the night where the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art transform into a living, breathing gallery.
🎨 What To Know: Costume Art
This year, the Costume Institute is blurring the lines between the runway and the gallery wall. The 2026 theme is “Costume Art,” which celebrates the opening of the museum’s brand-new, 12,000-square-foot Condé M. Nast Galleries.
- The Dress Code: This year’s invite reads “Fashion is Art.” Expect guests to move away from “safe” red carpet glamour and toward sculptural, avant-garde, and archival pieces that treat the human body as a canvas.
- The Exhibition: Curated by Andrew Bolton, the show juxtaposes nearly 400 objects—pairing historical garments with iconic paintings and sculptures from The Met’s vast collection to explore how we “dress” the human form.
- The Power Squad: Leading the charge tonight is an absolute powerhouse of co-chairs: Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and, of course, Anna Wintour.
📺 How To Watch
You don’t need a $100,000 ticket to see the magic unfold. You can catch every draped silk and structured silhouette from the comfort of your couch.
- The Hosts: Get ready for expert commentary and “who-are-you-wearing” interviews led by Ashley Graham, La La Anthony, Cara Delevingne, and the returning red carpet favorite, Emma Chamberlain
- The Official Livestream: The livestream kicks off tonight at 6:00 PM EDT / 3:00 PM PDT
- Where to Stream: You can tune in via Vogue.com, or follow the live coverage on their official social channels.
