The Met Gala 2026, the fashion industry’s major fundraising and cultural event, takes place on May 4 in New York City and marks the 78th edition of the event. Multiple outlets say the gala’s theme is “Costume Art,” and that the dress code for attendees is “Fashion Is Art.”
As the evening approaches, coverage focuses on what guests and viewers can expect, including red-carpet arrivals and standout looks as stars arrive at the venue. Reporting highlights that the night centers on the event’s theme and dress guidance, which shape how attendees present their outfits for the occasion.
While details of specific fashion choices and arrivals are updated live closer to the event, both sources agree on the core planning information: the date, the location in New York City, the 78th-edition milestone, and the “Costume Art” theme paired with the “Fashion Is Art” dress code. Coverage frames the gala as the night’s central focus for fashion and entertainment audiences.
