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Fashion’s biggest night is finally here. The 2026 Met Gala kicks off tonight at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, with livestreams starting at 6:00 PM ET. Don’t miss red carpet coverage across multiple platforms, including an exclusive Vogue livestream featuring celebrity commentary from major fashion icons.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Event Date: Monday, May 4, 2026 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York
- Livestream Start Time: 6:00 PM EDT / 3:00 PM PST with Vogue and E! network coverage
- Theme: “Costume Art” exploring fashion as art and cultural expression through the museum’s new permanent galleries
- Co-Chairs: Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour leading the year’s celebration
How to Watch: Vogue Takes the Lead
Vogue Magazine is hosting the exclusive official livestream across its digital platforms tonight. The red carpet coverage begins at 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT and will stream on Vogue.com, YouTube, and TikTok simultaneously. You can access the livestream directly on Vogue’s website or bookmark their YouTube channel for seamless viewing of every fashion moment as celebrities arrive on the red carpet. This marks the sixth consecutive year Vogue has provided primary coverage of the event.
Hosts Ashley Graham, La La Anthony, and Cara Delevingne will guide viewers through all the glamour and fashion highlights. Emma Chamberlain, who has become a fan-favorite red carpet correspondent, returns in her signature role providing real-time commentary. The production team includes Full Day Productions, Feed the Animals, and Dream Machine, with director Micah Bickham helming the livestream.
Met Gala 2026 where to watch: Vogue livestream, E!, YouTube start 6 p.m. ET from New York
Met Gala starts tonight at 6 p.m. ET in New York, theme is Costume Art
E! Network Coverage Starts Earlier
E! News offers another major viewing option with “Live From E!: Met Gala 2026” launching at 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT on the E! network. The livestream will also be available on E! Online, the E! News app, and E!’s social channels including X (formerly Twitter). Viewers without cable access can stream coverage on Peacock, Hulu + Live TV, and DirecTV without missing any arrivals or red carpet interactions.
A separate E! livestream begins at 5:30 PM ET capturing the earliest red carpet moments as guests start arriving at the museum. This early start ensures capturing every entrance and styled look before the official 6:00 PM ET moment when major celebrities begin their appearances.
YouTube Livestream Options and Streaming Platforms
Multiple major news organizations are providing YouTube livestreams of the red carpet tonight. The Vogue Official YouTube Channel hosts the primary livestream alongside major outlets including Associated Press, Reuters, and TODAY Show. These independent streams offer different commentary perspectives and production angles for viewers seeking variety. Bookmark your preferred channel before 6:00 PM ET to ensure smooth access when the livestream begins. The YouTube livestreams provide free, direct access without requiring cable subscriptions or premium platform access.
| Platform | Start Time | Access |
| Vogue (YouTube, TikTok, Vogue.com) | 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT | Free |
| E! Network | 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT | Cable / Peacock / Hulu |
| E! Early Coverage | 5:30 PM ET | Cable / Streaming |
| AP, Reuters, TODAY YouTube | 6:00 PM ET | Free |
“On Monday, May 4, the 2026 Met Gala livestream will be broadcast exclusively by Vogue across our digital platforms, including on YouTube and TikTok. Make sure to bookmark this page, because you can watch the livestream right here.”
— Vogue Magazine, Official Coverage Guide
Notable Attendees and “Costume Art” Theme Celebration
This year’s “Costume Art” theme celebrates the opening of the Costume Institute’s new permanent galleries at The Met, exploring how fashion functions as artistic expression. The four co-chairs, Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour, will guide the evening’s celebration. Jeff and Lauren Bezos serve as honorary chairs, marking their first involvement with the event. Expected attendees include Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Lady Gaga, Dua Lipa, and Bad Bunny, alongside numerous fashion industry icons and cultural figures. Some high-profile celebrities including Zendaya and Meryl Streep have reportedly chosen to skip this year’s event amid boycott discussions.
Will You Be Watching Fashion’s Biggest Night From Home
With multiple high-quality livestream options available starting at 6:00 PM ET tonight, viewers everywhere can experience the Met Gala 2026 as it unfolds. Whether you choose Vogue’s celebrity-hosted YouTube stream, E!’s comprehensive coverage, or independent news network feeds, the red carpet will deliver hours of haute couture, stunning celebrity styling, and unforgettable fashion moments. Set reminders now for 6:00 PM ET to ensure you don’t miss a single arrival on fashion’s most prestigious stage in New York.
Sources
- Vogue Magazine – Official 2026 Met Gala livestream guide and platform information
- E! News – Red carpet coverage times and streaming platform availability
- YouTube Official Blog – Confirmed livestream start times and partner details
