The 2025 Met Gala is around the corner, and this year’s event is set to be as bold, beautiful, and buzzworthy as ever. Whether you’re planning a viewing party or live-tweeting every red carpet look, here are five facts you absolutely need to know before the stars hit the Met steps. Hit the flip below to find out all the full details.
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1. Mark Your Calendar: May 5 Is the Big Day
Your favorite celebs and fashion connoisseurs will descend upon the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5. While the guest list is elite and the tickets are famously pricey, there’s a bigger cause buried behind the glitz and glam of the annual event. The Met Gala raises serious funds for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. Last year, it brought in a casual $26 million, the New York Times reported. Fashion with a purpose? Count us in.
