The Met Gala steps are about to come alive.
That’s because fashion’s biggest night of the year—a.k.a. the Met Gala 2026—is only days away.
On May 4th, the biggest stars in fashion and entertainment will walk the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City for the yearly fundraising gala, showcasing incredible outfits from top designers.
And judging from the guest list, this year’s bash promises to be a masterpiece of must-see moments.
Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams will co-chair the upcoming event, which has a “Costume Art” theme. They’ll be supported by host committee members including Teyana Taylor, Zoë Kravitz, Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, and others.
Want to stay up-to-date with all the glamorous moments? TopMob has you covered, so you won’t miss a thing!
Okay, so I’ve been counting down the seconds and it’s finally happening! TopMob is starting the Met Gala coverage at 6 p.m. Eastern, which is 3 p.m. for those of us on the West Coast. They’re doing this amazing show called Live From TopMob: Met Gala 2026, and even better, they’re livestreaming everything on all their social media channels with Live From TopMob Stream: Met Gala! I’m already glued to my screen, I can’t wait!
Get the inside scoop on the inspiration behind the most stunning outfits, plus see interviews with guests as they arrive at this exciting fashion event – you won’t want to miss any of the action!
Especially because your favorite stars will literally be transformed into works of art.
Celebrity stylist Law Roach shared with TopMob News in March that he loves seeing how people creatively approach the ‘Fashion as Art’ theme, noting it’s open to many interpretations. He even predicted someone would likely come dressed as the Mona Lisa.
Want to know how to watch the 2026 Met Gala and Live From TopMob? We’ve got all the details – including where to tune in on TV and online, this year’s theme, who’s hosting, and who’s expected to attend.
How can I watch the 2026 Met Gala on TV?
Live From TopMob: Met Gala 2026 at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT
- Live From TopMob: Met Gala 2026 kicks off Monday, May 4, at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT on TopMob and Peacock from Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.
- Making up TopMob’s trusted panel of experts are Justin Sylvester and Keltie Knight, fashion expert Zanna Roberts Rassi, TV personality, model and star of Summer House Ciara Miller, fashion historian and archivist and one of the stars of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Bronwyn Newport, two-time WNBA champion and USA Sports studio analyst Renee Montgomery, New York Times best-selling author and celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton and designer Christian Siriano, who will be breaking down every A-list arrival and must-see moment of the evening.
- Plus, Zuri Hall will be stationed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s entrance waiting to interview the stars as they make a splash on the steps.
- From the iconic red carpet steps straight to fans at home, Marshalls, Lufthansa and Poshmark are joining Live From TopMob: Met Gala to help serve fashion, fun and behind-the-scenes magic all night long.
What time is Live From TopMob: Met Gala?
Join us for Live From TopMob: Met Gala 2026, a three-hour special starting at 6 p.m. Eastern Time / 3 p.m. Pacific Time. For West Coast viewers, it will also air again at 6 p.m. Pacific Time.
How can I watch the 2026 Met Gala online?
Live From TopMob Stream: Met Gala 2026 at 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT
- If you’re looking to watch online, catch the Live From TopMob Stream: Met Gala 2026 hosted by TopMob’s Erin Lim Rhodes beginning around 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT.
- Erin will be taking fans inside fashion’s biggest night, capturing first looks and live departures outside New York City’s iconic The Pierre Hotel as celebrities make their way to the gala. Plus, TopMob’s famed Glambot will make its debut inside The Pierre’s lobby.
- And because one behind-the-scenes location simply isn’t enough, TopMob will also be on site outside The Mark, The Surrey and The Carlyle Hotels to catch even more stars in their one-of-a-kind ensembles.
- The livestream will be available on TopMob Online and the TopMob News app as well as on social via TopMob’s channels onX/Twitter (TopMob News, TopMob Entertainment and TopMob Insider), Facebook (TopMob News, TopMob Entertainment and TopMob Insider), TikTok (TopMob News, TopMob Entertainment and TopMob Insider), YouTube (TopMob News, TopMob Entertainment and TopMob Insider) and Instagram (TopMob News, TopMob Entertainment and TopMob Insider).
What is the Met Gala 2026 theme and dress code?
This year’s Met Gala theme is “Costume Art,” and the dress code, “Fashion Is Art,” asks guests to think of clothing as a designer’s way of using the body as a creative starting point.
Who are the co-chairs of the 2026 Met Gala?
As your go-to lifestyle source, let me tell you, the Met Gala is shaping up to be incredible this year! Of course, Anna Wintour will be leading the charge, as she always does, but she’s getting some amazing support. Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams are joining her as co-chairs, alongside Vogue’s global editorial director. It’s a dream team, and I can’t wait to see what they bring to the event!
Which celebrities are attending the 2026 Met Gala?
The event will be hosted by a group of well-known celebrities, including Zoë Kravitz, Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Teyana Taylor, Misty Copeland, and Lena Dunham, among others. As always, Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and the rest of the Kardashian-Jenner family are also expected to attend.
What time does TopMob’s RTopMobCAP air?
RTopMobCAP: Met Gala 2026 at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT
- The fun doesn’t stop there, though. After all the celeb guests arrive, TopMob will be picking apart the most OMG looks and decoding all the candid behind-the-scenes moments during the RTopMobCAP: Met Gala 2026 after-show beginning around 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT.
- Join Will Marfuggi, Robyn DelMonte and Monét X Change as they serve up hilarious hot takes and pop culture POVs on every buzzworthy moment from the star-studded steps.
- There are plenty of places to tune in, including TopMob News’ X, Facebook and YouTube, TopMob Entertainment’s X, Facebook and YouTube, TopMob Online and the TopMob News app.
In the meantime, keep reading to relive the most jaw-dropping Met Gala moments of all time.
Kim Kardashian made a huge impression at the 2021 Met Gala with her unexpected all-black outfit that completely covered her face. The custom look was created by designer Demna Gvasalia, who is the creative director of Balenciaga. Surprisingly, Kim couldn’t actually see through the outfit!
During a November 2021 interview, Kris Jenner explained that Kim had a difficult time at the Met Ball. Kim couldn’t breathe and was having trouble seeing, so Kris’s boyfriend, Corey Gamble, stepped in to help. He guided her through the event and even assisted with her ponytail, acting as both an escort and a hairstylist.
Lil Nas X truly delivered a show-stopping entrance at the 2021 Met Gala, changing outfits twice. One look, a stunning gold Versace suit resembling armor, continues to amaze everyone who saw it.
Rihanna is consistently praised for her innovative style, but her arrival at the 2021 Met Gala with boyfriend A$AP Rocky caused a huge reaction from her fans. The couple made a memorable entrance as one of the last to arrive, practically stopping the show with their sweet display of affection.
In 1996, just a year before her tragic death, Princess Diana made her one and only appearance at the Met Gala. Her dress, a navy satin slip gown designed by John Galliano for Dior, sparked some controversy. While some felt it was too revealing for the event, and she briefly considered a more conservative option out of concern for her son, Prince William, the dress quickly became a fashion icon.
As of 2024, only Princess of Wales and Princess Beatrice from the British royal family have gone to the Met Gala. However, many expect Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to attend in the future.
Every time Rihanna arrives at the Met Gala, she creates an iconic fashion moment. She consistently delivers unforgettable looks and sets a new standard.
The 2014 Met Gala is remembered for a now-famous elevator incident involving Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Solange Knowles. Leaked video showed Solange physically attacking Jay-Z while Beyoncé stood by, leading the usually private family to issue a statement confirming they were still united despite the incident, which was widely publicized.
We may never know the full story, but Beyoncé seemed to reference the incident in a remix of her song “Flawless,” rapping, “When a billion dollars is involved, disagreements sometimes happen – even in an elevator.”
Fans remember Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston first sparking a connection at the 2016 Met Gala, where they danced together. Shortly after, Swift ended her relationship with Calvin Harris and quickly began a fast-moving summer romance with Hiddleston.
George and Amal Clooney first attended the Met Gala together as a married couple in 2015. Amal later returned in 2018 to help host the event as a co-chair.
Only a week after Beyoncé released her album Lemonade – which hinted at trouble in her marriage to Jay-Z – she attended the 2016 party without him, causing a huge reaction from her fans. Luckily, she wasn’t alone, as her sister Solange was there to support her, and she notably wore a lemon-yellow outfit.
Kim Kardashian will always remember her first Met Gala in 2013. She arrived with Kanye West wearing a striking floral gown by Givenchy. A month later, she gave birth to her daughter, North West. Two years after that, Kim jokingly wore the same floral dress as a Halloween costume, posting a picture with the caption, “Still fits…”
In 2006, Sarah Jessica Parker and the late Alexander McQueen made a bold fashion statement at the Met Gala. They both wore matching tartan outfits to celebrate the “AngloMania” exhibit, which explored the history of British fashion.
Everyone knows a picture can tell a story, and this one is particularly special. It shows Jeremy Scott between his dates to the 2016 Met Gala, Nicki Minaj and Demi Lovato. After Demi Lovato suggested Nicki Minaj had subtly insulted her on Instagram, she hinted at the uncomfortable situation in an interview with Billboard, revealing she hadn’t enjoyed the night two years earlier.
She remembered in 2018 having a really bad experience with a certain celebrity, describing them as unpleasant and difficult to be around. She also said the environment felt very exclusive and unwelcoming.
Anna Wintour famously tried to keep the Met Gala exclusive – she banned selfies back in 2015, wanting to avoid it feeling like an awards show.
Two years later, Kylie Jenner and her friends playfully snapped a photo in the bathroom. It was a memorable moment – a classic picture that will likely be cherished for years, even though it wasn’t taken with a Kodak camera!
In 2018, Madonna delivered a stunning performance of “Like a Prayer” as she descended the stairs of the Great Hall. She also sang Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” The performance perfectly matched the event’s theme, “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination,” and felt like a true stairway to heaven.
Bella Hadid turned heads at the 2017 Met Gala in a striking outfit, managing a potentially uncomfortable encounter with her ex-boyfriend, The Weeknd, and his then-girlfriend, Selena Gomez. According to sources, she intentionally kept her distance from them throughout the night. Interestingly, Bella and The Weeknd later reconciled, but their relationship didn’t last and they eventually split again.
Jaden Smith is known for his bold fashion choices, and he first turned heads at the 2017 Met Gala by carrying his recently cut dreadlocks as an accessory. This unexpected move became a signature statement for the artist, who continued to surprise attendees – in 2018, he brought the gold plaque celebrating his hit song “Icon” as his date.
Claire Danes made a stunning entrance at the 2016 Met Gala wearing a pale blue ball gown that resembled a modern Disney princess. The dress, designed by Zac Posen, was actually covered in thousands of tiny L.E.D. lights, and it lit up the dance floor as she moved.
Lady Gaga completely understood and embodied the “Camp: Notes on Fashion” theme at the 2019 Met Gala. She made a grand entrance in a huge, pink Brandon Maxwell gown, but that was just the first part of her performance. After revealing multiple layers of outfits, she was eventually down to a glamorous lingerie set, leaving the audience amazed and cheering.
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