What Time Did the Met Gala Start
The Met Gala typically begins with guest arrivals in the early evening, with the main ceremony starting around 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The event is held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Typical Arrival and Schedule
Guests usually begin arriving on the red carpet shortly before 7:00 p.m. The dinner, seated presentations, and performances follow inside the museum. The event generally concludes late at night after the final activities and after-party events.
Planning and Ticket Information
Attendance is by invitation and requires a significant donation to the Costume Institute. For details on ticketing and official event information, visit the official Metropolitan Museum of Art website at metmuseum.org.
