The highly anticipated Met Gala 2026 is scheduled for May 4 in New York City, marking the 78th edition of this iconic fundraiser. This year's theme is 'Costume Art,' with a dress code of 'Fashion Is Art.' The event will be live-streamed for Indian viewers at 3:30 am IST on May 5 via Vogue's official YouTube channel. Notable co-chairs include global icons like Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams. Among the expected attendees are A-list celebrities such as Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Kim Kardashian. Indian filmmaker Karan Johar is set to make his debut, joining regulars Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone. The Met Gala serves a greater purpose as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, supporting its exhibitions and initiatives. Tickets are highly exclusive, with individual prices reaching up to $75,000 and tables costing hundreds of thousands, typically sponsored by major fashion houses.