The Met Gala (formally the Costume Institute Benefit) is an annual fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in New York City. Held on the first Monday of May, it is fashion's most glamorous and star-studded event of the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Met Gala?

The Met Gala 2027 is on Monday, May 3, 2027 (first Monday of May).

Who hosts the Met Gala?

The Met Gala is chaired by Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, along with celebrity co-chairs who change each year.

Can anyone attend the Met Gala?

Attendance is invitation-only. Tables are sold to fashion houses and corporations, with individual tickets reportedly costing $75,000+.