It may just be another Monday to some people, but the first Monday in May is basically a holiday for pop culture buffs, fashion fiends, and dedicated stans. The Met Gala is one of the biggest (if not thee biggest) red carpets a celeb could walk, as the coveted charity event takes place on the steps of New York’s iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in the Upper East Side.
As for this year’s theme? That’d be “Costume Art,” which Vogue says is meant to explore the relationship between clothing and the body as an art form. Some of the A-listers that will reportedly be in attendance include Beyoncé, Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Zendaya, Teyana Taylor, and Bad Bunny—though of course, these are only a few of the names buzzing around online, and I’m fully seated for the looks they’re going to pull.
You won’t want to miss a moment of the major fashion event, especially with some of these stars making their Met Gala debuts. Here’s how to watch the 2026 Met Gala (thank me later).
How can I watch the 2026 Met Gala red carpet for free? And when does the Met Gala red carpet start?
Head right to Vogue’s official live stream! The Met Gala streams across all Vogue’s digital platforms (aka their website, X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube) beginning at 6 p.m. ET—but fyi, early arrivals can start as soon as 4:30 p.m. ET!
E! is also airing its own red carpet special, also starting at 6 p.m. ET. Ciara Miller, Bronwyn Newport, Renee Montgomery, Christian Siriano, and Chris Appleton are hosting the three-and-a-half-hour event, which will also include inside peeks of celeb attendees at The Mark Hotel, The Carlyle Hotel, and The Pierre Hotel.
Who is hosting the 2026 Met Gala?
Fabulous Q! Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams are this year’s co-chairs alongside Vogue’s editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour.
Who are Vogue’s red carpet correspondents?
Let’s be real: Vogue’s red carpet correspondents make the carpet that much more fun. This year, Cara Delevingne, Ashley Graham, and La La Anthony are hosting the mag’s official live stream, while Emma Chamberlain is serving as red carpet correspondent for her sixth year in a row.
