The Met Gala is held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Specifically, it takes place on the museum's iconic steps, located on Manhattan's Fifth Avenue between 80th and 84th Streets on the Upper East Side. The event usually occurs on the first Monday in May each year, with the exception of some years like 2021 when it was postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions
. The gala serves as a fundraising benefit for the museum's Costume Institute and marks the opening of its annual fashion exhibition. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's vast space and prestigious status make it the fitting venue for this high-profile fashion event
