The highly exclusive Met Gala is back, and let’s just say tickets aren’t cheaper this go-around. While the event is invite-only, some A-list stars still have to pay a staggering fee to attend the fundraiser.
On Monday May 5, the annual benefit for The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City is expected to see the likes of famous athletes including LeBron James, Lewis Hamilton and Simone Biles.
Donned as “fashion’s biggest night,” many fans are wondering what the cost of attendance is — and if they can secure a ticket. As of now, the star studded event isn’t available for purchase by the general public.
If you are lucky enough to secure a spot, tickets will reportedly run you about $75,000 per individual. However, not every star you see paid this amount as it is common for designer brands to purchase a table — starting at $350,000 — and invite multiple A-listers as their guests.
This same practice also extends to committee members of the night, including the Los Angeles Lakers player. The honorary co-chair of the gala this year most likely did not have to pay a fee to attend the event.
As steep as the ticket price sounds, there are also a lot of perks that come with it. Guests will get early entry to the museum exhibition, dinner, cocktails and of course access to one of the most private parties of the year.
Attendance fees aren’t the only question fans have about the night. Part of the event highlights what stars are donning on the red carpet.
Most celebrities work together with designers to create custom looks or pull archival pieces, therefore making it free — which sounds like a good mutual deal. Designers get to show off their work, while stars look fabulous in their pieces for their social media.
If you're curious to see which athletes are attending, red carpet coverage for the annual gala begins at 6:00 PM (ET).
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