The Met Gala 2026 arrives in May as fashion’s most iconic and influential night, transforming New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art into a global stage for creativity, couture, and celebrity culture. Each year’s theme guides designers and artists in crafting bold, theatrical looks that push the boundaries of fashion and storytelling, making the red carpet itself a cultural moment that dominates global conversation. As the opening celebration of the museum’s Costume Institute exhibition, the 2026 Met Gala continues its legacy as the pinnacle of style, glamour, and high-art fashion expression.