Met Gala 2026 Announces 'Fashion Is Art' Theme and Dress Code for May Event

The 2026 Met Gala, scheduled for May 4 at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art, will feature the theme and dress code 'Fashion Is Art,' aligning with the museum's spring exhibition 'Costume Art.' This theme emphasizes fashion as an artistic expression centered on the dressed body, encouraging creative and diverse interpretations. Co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour, the event will showcase a broad range of styles inspired by over 5,000 years of art history, with the exhibition running from May 10, 2026, to January 10, 2027.