The Met Gala is one of the world’s most iconic fashion and fundraising events, marking the annual opening of the Costume Institute’s spring exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Hosted in New York City, the invitation-only gala brings together leading figures from fashion, entertainment, art, and philanthropy for an evening of red carpet spectacle and charitable giving. Renowned for its elaborate themes and extraordinary couture, the Met Gala has become a defining event on the global fashion calendar.