How Does One Get Invited To Met Gala?
What is Met Gala?
The Met Gala (short for Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala) is a high-profile annual fundraising event in New York City.
Met Gala`s purpose
It is a fundraiser for the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art organized by Vogue, with Anna Wintour (Vogue’s Editor-in-Chief) as the chair.
Met Gala 2025 theme
This year`s theme is `Superfine: Tailoring Black Style` focusing on Black Dandyism. Eahc year`s theme is tied to the Costume Institute’s annual exhibition.
How does one get invited to the Met?
You can’t buy a ticket without being invited first. All attendees must be personally approved by Anna Wintour.
Who can attend the Met?
A-list actors, musicians, models, designers, athletes, influencers—usually with cultural relevance are invited to be a part of the biggest fashion event.
Cost of a Met ticket
Even if invited, a ticket can cost $50,000+; a table can cost upwards of $300,000—usually paid by brands or designers.
When and where is Met held?
Held on the first Monday in May, the gala is held at the Met Museum in New York City.