29 Celebrities Set to Attend the 2026 Met Gala: Featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, and Others

The upcoming Met Gala is set to feature an exciting lineup of stars, promising a parade of bold fashion statements on the iconic red carpet.

Scheduled for Monday, May 4, the event will unfold at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This year’s theme is “Costume Art,” accompanied by a “Fashion is Art” dress code. Notable cochairs include Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour, each expected to bring their unique style to the soirée.

Fans can also look forward to appearances by Misty Copeland, Elizabeth Debicki, Lena Dunham, Sam Smith, and Teyana Taylor, among others, as they make their way up the famous staircase.

A confirmed list of attendees already highlights several names known for their fashion acumen:

• Sombr: Making his Met Gala debut with a look styled by celebrity groomer Jamie Taylor in collaboration with Valentino Beauty.
• SZA: Attending with assistance from stylist Devante Turnbull and Kiss Colors & Care.
• Sarah Pidgeon: Confirmed for her second appearance at the gala.
• Beyoncé: A cochair, she will definitely be present.
• Nicole Kidman: Another cochair walking the red carpet.
• Venus Williams: An esteemed cochair showcasing her fashion flair.

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Additional prominent attendees include Sabrina Carpenter, Alex Consani, Lisa, Teyana Taylor, Sam Smith, Hailey Bieber, and Elizabeth Debicki. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos will serve as honorary chairs.

Zoë Kravitz, a cochair, is anticipated to possibly bring along her fiancé, Harry Styles. Ballerina Misty Copeland will also participate as a cochair, along with Angela Bassett, who is part of the host committee.

Moreover, notable cochairs include Lena Dunham, Doja Cat, Rebecca Hall, Gwendoline Christie, and Chase Sui Wonders, who promises to capture attention at the event. Returning as a Red Carpet Correspondent is Emma Chamberlain.

The gala will also feature live-streamed content hosted by Cara Delevingne, Ashley Graham, and La La Anthony.

With such a stellar lineup, the 2026 Met Gala is poised to be an unforgettable celebration of fashion and artistry.