Met Gala 2026: Everything to Know About the Theme, Co-Chairs, Dress Code and More
Get all the details on the 2026 Met Gala, including who the co-chairs are and a breakdown of this year's theme and dress code.
people.comThe Met Gala 2026 is on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Details to know:
- Theme and dress code: Costume Art with the overarching note that “Fashion Is Art” guides the looks.
- Co-chairs and venue: The event returns to the Met in New York City, with Beyoncé among the confirmed co-chairs and a star-studded guest list.
- Live coverage: The red carpet typically streams in the mid-afternoon to early evening (local time), with the gala starting later in the evening.
If you want, I can pull the latest confirmations on hosts, exact start times, and where to watch live, and provide a compact timeline for the day. [sources: multiple outlets including ABC News, Town & Country, People, and LATimes report on 2026 Met Gala details]