How to watch the 2025 Met Gala’s legendary Red Carpet

The Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night, is back for 2025, bringing its signature star-studded guest list and unforgettable red carpet looks. Known for its high-profile guests and multimillion-dollar ticket prices, the Met Gala ushers in the spring exhibition at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrates the history, politics, and evolution of Black men’s fashion.

When is the Met Gala?

The Met Gala will take place on May 5, 2025, on the first Monday of May, a tradition that’s continued for years. Guest arrivals will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET, though many celebrities tend to arrive fashionably late.

Where is the Met Gala?

The glamorous event will be hosted at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

How Can I Watch the Met Gala?

While the gala itself is exclusive and closed to the press (with a no-phone policy for attendees), the red carpet moments will be livestreamed for fans everywhere. You can watch the action unfold live on Vogue.com, YouTube, or E! This year, the Met Gala livestream will be hosted by singer and actress Teyana Taylor, actor and producer La La Anthony, and "Saturday Night Live" star Ego Nwodim.

What is the Theme of the 2025 Met Gala?

The theme for this year’s Met Gala is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” coinciding with the spring exhibition at the Costume Institute. This exhibition explores the role of Black style in shaping identities, focusing on the Black dandy movement and its significance in fashion history. Curated by Monica L. Miller, this exhibit draws inspiration from her 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity.

The theme highlights how fashion is intertwined with power and agency, with “Superfine” divided into sections that reflect various traits of Black style, from “ownership” to “cool” and “cosmopolitanism.”

How Will Celebrities Dress for the Gala?

This year’s dress code is “Tailored for You,” so expect a celebration of perfectly crafted menswear, from vintage zoot suits to modern Congolese sapeur-inspired boldness. Celebrities are expected to bring their A-game, creating memorable red carpet moments by interpreting the theme with style, flair, and creativity.

Who is Hosting the 2025 Met Gala?

The host committee is led by the iconic Anna Wintour, with co-chairs including actor Colman Domingo, musicians Pharrell Williams and A$AP Rocky, Formula One star Lewis Hamilton, and NBA legend LeBron James, who will serve as an honorary co-chair.

Other notable figures on the host committee include André 3000, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Spike Lee, Usher, Janelle Monáe, and more. The full guest list includes hundreds of celebrities from various industries, though it remains a closely guarded secret.

Who is Attending the Met Gala?

While the official guest list is shrouded in mystery, we can expect many familiar faces. Regulars such as Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, Zendaya, Sarah Jessica Parker, Blake Lively, and the Kardashians are likely to grace the red carpet once again.

For those not personally invited, a Met Gala ticket will set you back $75,000. However, final approval for guests still rests with Anna Wintour.

Who is Boycotting the Met Gala?

One notable figure opting out of the Met Gala this year is Jack Schlossberg, who announced his boycott on Instagram. The outspoken political figure and former Vogue correspondent stated that he couldn’t attend with so much happening around the world and at home, tagging Wintour in the post.

The 2025 Met Gala promises to be a night filled with unforgettable fashion, powerful statements, and some truly iconic red carpet moments.