What happens inside the Met Gala?

The Met Gala, formally known as the Costume Institute Gala, is one of those events that fashion lovers look forward to every year. The Gala is a fundraiser for New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute.

Invitees include actresses, models, musicians, designers, Vogue editors, various A-lister's and their plus-ones, and sponsors. Celebrities dress according to the Met Gala theme which also marks the opening night of the Costume Institute's annual fashion exhibit.

Celebrities arrive, they pose and they walk inside. That is the only part that is public. Every celebrity tries for a unique look. Magazines and newspapers love to create Top 10 best and worst looks every year.

This is when you get to see all the bizarre and amazing costumes. There are bodyguards and helpers galore, photographers trying to get their shots, and people running around to make the costumes look perfect.

But what happens when everyone goes inside? 

The Met Gala has a no-phone policy and what happens inside is not public. But you can guess that they definitely have fun and party. This bathroom selfie gives you an idea:

The Cocktail Hour

After the carpet, all the guests and celebrities mingle during a cocktail hour and get to tour the actual exhibition.

The Dinner

After checking out the exhibits, everyone sits down for a formal dinner, at their assigned seating. There is always drama around the seating arrangement, chosen by Vogue editor Anna Wintour. A single ticket is around $35k, and a table minimum is $275k.

The Entertainment

Each year, at least one celebrity puts on a show at the Met Gala. It is usually a high-profile person like Justin Bieber or Rihanna.

The After-Party

As the formal entertainment ends early, celebrities get a chance to change into their party outfits. Here is the outragous after-party outfit of Katy Perry.

Final Note: The Met Gala is scheduled for the first Monday of May. If you wish to watch live, Vogue hosts the only official live stream. It is broadcasted across Vogue’s digital platforms as well as on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.