Met Gala 2026 to Celebrate Fashion as Art with 'Costume Art' Theme

The Met Gala 2026 will focus on the 'Costume Art' theme, showcasing how clothing shapes and represents the body. The event, set for May 4, 2026, in New York, will coincide with a spring exhibit exploring the relationship between fashion and art.

Curated by Andrew Bolton, the exhibit will feature classic to contemporary garments, emphasizing the unique connection between fashion and art. The gala will inaugurate a new gallery space supported by Condé Nast and other fashion houses, with the exhibit opening to the public from May 10, 2026, to January 10, 2027.