The Met Gala 2026, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is celebrating the theme 'Fashion is Art.' This year's event has set a new fundraising record, raising $42 million for the Costume Institute, surpassing last year's $31 million. The gala attracts around 400 attendees, including co-chairs Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman, and Beyoncé, who is making her return after a decade-long absence. Guests are expected to interpret the theme through their outfits, transforming fashion into an embodied art form. The museum has created a lush garden-like setting with floral decorations and greenery, enhancing the visual spectacle. However, the event is also facing protests related to its primary sponsors, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Bezos, adding an element of controversy to the evening. With a strict 'no-phone' policy, the red carpet moments will be closely watched as fashion statements unfold.