On October 8, 2026, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures announced that Taylor Swift will perform at its sixth annual Academy Museum Gala, scheduled for October 17, 2026, in Los Angeles. The event will honor filmmaker and composer John Carpenter, two-time Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo, and Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron. Amy Homma, Director and President of the Academy Museum, expressed excitement about Swift's participation, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome her to this year's gala and look forward to her performance to close a wonderful evening of honoring three extraordinary filmmakers and supporting the Academy Museum's mission to celebrate and preserve cinema." The gala serves as a fundraiser to support the museum's exhibitions, screenings, and educational programs. Co-chaired by Robert Rodriguez, Steven Spielberg, and Kate Capshaw, the event's host committee includes notable figures such as Questlove, Judd Apatow, Teyana Taylor, Ludwig Göransson, Seth Rogen, and Demi Moore. The gala will take place at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, California. ([academymuseum.org](https://www.academymuseum.org/taylor-swift-perform-academy-museum-gala-2026?utm_source=openai))