dailyloe.com – The Met Gala 2026, a major event in the fashion calendar, will occur on the first Monday in May. It will feature around 450 A-list guests, including co-chairs Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams. The event raises funds for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute.
This year’s theme is Costume Art, which aligns with the museum’s new exhibition. The exhibition will showcase 400 outfits and objects that span 5,000 years of fashion history. The dress code is Fashion Is Art, inviting guests to explore the intersection of fashion and art.
Guests are encouraged to reference various artistic movements, including Baroque, Impressionist, and Renaissance styles. Vogue has highlighted potential runway looks that may appear on the red carpet. The theme’s broad nature allows for diverse interpretations, promising a wide array of fashion statements.
Anna Wintour will host the gala alongside co-chairs Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams. This marks Beyoncé’s return to the Met Gala after her last attendance in 2016, where she wore a futuristic outfit. The host committee includes notable figures such as Sabrina Carpenter and Doja Cat.
The Met Gala formally opens the Costume Institute’s spring exhibition, which is crucial for the department’s funding. The exhibition will run until January 2027. Guests will begin arriving around 18:00 EST (23:00 BST) on the event date.
While the guest list remains confidential, the gala is expected to attract numerous celebrities. Public access to the event is limited, maintaining its exclusive nature.
