When is Met Gala 2026?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York · Monday, May 4, 2026
The 2026 Met Gala takes place on Monday, May 4, 2026, with the red carpet opening at around 18:30 local time (EDT, UTC−4) at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
The Met Gala is the annual fundraising benefit for the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, traditionally held on the first Monday of May. It marks the opening of the Costume Institute's spring exhibition and is widely considered the most exclusive event in fashion.
Each year features a theme that guides the dress code and the accompanying exhibition.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the 2026 Met Gala?
- Monday, May 4, 2026 — the first Monday of May, as tradition dictates.
- Where is the Met Gala held?
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art on Fifth Avenue in New York City.
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