Entertainment Awards Shows and Events 2024 Met Gala Inside the Star-Studded 2024 Met Gala After Party Held at N.Y.C. Hotspot Casa Cipriani Doja Cat, Serena Williams and Janelle Monáe were among the stars that co-hosted Richie Akiva's annual "The After" bash By Dory Jackson Dory Jackson Dory Jackson is a Staff Editor for PEOPLE's TV News team. Upon joining the brand in March 2021, she has had the opportunity to interview a long list of celebrities, from Kate Hudson to Pierce Brosnan to Billy Porter. She has also helped recap popular TV shows like 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,' 'Sister Wives' and 'Vanderpump Rules.' The New York-based Maryland native graduated from Randolph-Macon College in May 2016 with a focus on Communication Studies and Journalism. She came to PEOPLE in March 2021 after working at a number of major news companies, including Newsweek and Us Weekly. People Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 8, 2024 12:28PM EDT Serena Williams. Photo: Madison McGaw/BFA The party doesn't stop after the Met Gala! Doja Cat, Serena Williams, Janelle Monáe, Rita Ora, Teyana Taylor and Guram Gvasalia helped host the buzziest post-Met Gala after party, Richie Akiva's "The After" bash, held at New York City hotspot Casa Cipriani on Monday, May 6. This marked Akiva's 10th annual edition of the star-studded affair, presented by Ray-Ban. The celebrity guests were endless, featuring top-tier names including Cardi B, Offset, Lizzo, SZA, Lana Del Rey, Jaden Smith, Lil Nas X, Ray-Ban President Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio and fiancée, model-actress Jessica Serfaty. (L-R) Doja Cat and Janelle Monae. Madison McGaw/BFA Kaytranada, Zack Bia, Uncle Waffles, Chase B and Hank guest-deejayed throughout the fun-filled night as guests like Camila Cabello, Sam Smith and Leon Thomas III danced the night away. All About the 2024 Met Gala, from the Co-Chairs to the Theme Upon entry, guests were greeted with Sainte Marguerite en Provence Rosé and Perrier-Jouet Champagne. There was also a bevy of specialty cocktails, including a Malfy Italian Gin Negroni, Mumm Napa Sparkling Poppi Orange Spritzer and an Absolut Lemon Lime Poppi cocktail. Codigo Tequila and Perrier-Jouet champagne flowed as well throughout the night. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. (L-R) Lil Nas X and Camila Cabello. Madison McGaw/BFA Peroni Nastro Azzurro Italian Beer was featured along with The Glenlivet as well. (Poppi, a popular prebiotic beverage brand, was the official soda sponsor for the evening and served out cans of its product line all night long.) Later in the night, guests enjoyed treats from a candy station, vegan delights from Neat Burger and desserts like Casa Cipriani Gelato. Among other goodies, Ray-Ban provided their Ray-Ban Reverse sunglasses. The good times and good vibes kept rolling until 5 a.m. Sam Smith. Madison McGaw/BFA (L-R) Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, Teyana Taylor and Jessica Serfaty. Jason Sean Weiss/BFA The 2024 Met Gala was held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday, May 6. The fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute has been happening annually since 1948. For this year's occasion, the theme is "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion." Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth served as co-chairs of the event alongside longtime Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour. See all of PEOPLE’s Star-Studded Met Gala Coverage in One Place! Close