The rich, famous, and well-dressed gathered in New York City on the first Monday of May for the Met Gala fundraiser. As one of the fashion industry's biggest nights, the event saw extravagantly dressed celebrities and designers making their way up the famous Met staircase.
The 2026 Met Gala centered on a "costume art" theme. Stars walked the red carpet adorned in clothing specifically designed to reflect the theme.
Beyoncé returned as a co-chair for the event, marking her first attendance since 2016. The preparations for the fundraiser included a lookahead at the guest list and the start time for the festivities.