Nocturne museum guide

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In Paris, the Cluny Museum is staging a Unicorn Ball for Pride Month.

Mystical creature, flamboyant symbol and a figure of a thousand faces, the unicorn is ready to reclaim the night. On the occasion of Pride Month, and the closing of the exhibition Unicorns!, the Musée de Cluny launches its very first Unicorn Ball, on Saturday, June 13, 2026. A festive after-hours party where medieval imaginaries, drag performances, and the dancefloor will make the ancient stones tremble well into the night.
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Free late hours at the Bourse de Commerce: the date of the next free museum night.

Want to explore the Bourse de Commerce’s collections? Take advantage of the free late opening, held on the first Saturday of each month, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. Next date to put on your calendar: Saturday, July 4, 2026.
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Nocturne Calder #1: Exhibition, music, workshop and bar at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in May 2026

The Louis Vuitton Foundation kicks into gear for its first late-night opening dedicated to Calder, this Friday, May 8, 2026. Music, guided tours and works suspended in space compose an evening of balance and vibration. A night when art sways, guiding you into its dance.
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Louvre Museum: a free late-night experience on Friday, June 5, 2026 — the first Friday of the month.

Here's the monthly tip you can count on: the Louvre opens its doors to everyone for free on the first Friday of every month after 6 p.m. Next date to note: June 5, 2026.
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Louvre: Exclusive Performance by the Paris Opera Ballet and VIP Access to the Exhibition in April

The Paris Opera Ballet takes the stage inside the Louvre’s Pyramid on April 18 and 19, 2026, as part of the exhibition "Michelangelo Rodin. Living Bodies." Eight dancers and five stars will mingle with the audience for a unique performance, followed by an exclusive after-hours tour of the installation once the museum closes.
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A free evening at the Curie Museum exploring women in science

On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the Curie Museum invites you to a special evening dedicated to the history of science. For one free and public night, step into the world of Marie Curie by visiting her laboratory and office in a unique nighttime setting.
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Louvre Museum: Extended Evening Openings to Experience During the Christmas Holidays

Take advantage of extra evening openings to explore the Louvre Museum during this holiday season in Paris, from December 22, 2025, to January 3, 2026. Book your tickets now!
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Elegant women of the Belle Époque: a candlelit tour of the exhibition at the Eugène Carrière Museum (93)

The Eugène Carrière Museum offers you another way to discover the dresses and paintings in the exhibition "Elégantes de la Belle Epoque" on December 5, 2025, and January 31, 2026.
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Nocturne de lumière at the Musée du Luxembourg: free concert and evening exhibition on Soulages

Enjoy a free evening and concert at the Musée du Luxembourg during the exhibition dedicated to Pierre Soulages. Don't miss this Nocturne de lumière on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
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Musée d'Orsay by night: visit the collections in the old station every Thursday evening

Every Thursday evening, until 9:45pm, the Musée d'Orsay welcomes you for a nocturne through its current exhibitions and fine collections, in an exceptional setting.
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The Musée de Cluny at night: discover the Middle Ages two Thursday evenings a month

On the first and third Thursday evenings of the month, until 9pm, the Musée de Cluny welcomes you for a nocturne through its fine collections presenting the Middle Ages and its temporary exhibitions.
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Musée du Luxembourg by night: discover the exhibition of the moment every Monday evening

Every Monday evening, until 10pm, the Musée du Luxembourg welcomes you for a nocturne through its current exhibitions, as the museum is not open to the public all year round.
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Catacombs special night: enjoy a last evening underground before the site closes

Before closing its doors for several months for renovations, the Catacombs are inviting Parisians to experience one last night underground, during a unique nocturne on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Reservations are now open.
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Center Pompidou: experiments and concerts with Ed Banger, Myd and Christine and the Queens... before closing time

The Centre Pompidou turns into a giant club for a unique weekend! On October 24 and 25, 2025, the Because label celebrates its 20th anniversary with DJ sets, performances and immersive installations on eight levels. Before five years of renovation, every floor of the museum will be vibrating to the rhythms of Ed Banger, Sébastien Tellier and Christine and the Queens.
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Musée Jacquemart-André by night: explore this unique private collection every Friday evening

Every Friday evening, until 10pm, the Musée Jacquemart-André welcomes you for a nocturne through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions of fine and decorative arts.
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Quai Branly Museum by night: a journey through civilizations every Thursday evening

Every Thursday evening, until 10pm, the Musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac welcomes you for a nocturne through its permanent collections from around the world and its temporary exhibitions.
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The Jean-Jacques Henner Museum at night: discover the collections on the second Thursday evening of the month

Every second Thursday of the month, until 9pm, the Musée Jean-Jacques henner welcomes you for a nocturne through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions.
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The Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine by night: visit the collections every Thursday evening

Every Thursday evening, until 9pm, the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine welcomes you for a nocturne through its permanent collections, architectural features and temporary exhibitions.
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Musée Marmottan Monet by night: discover Impressionist works every Thursday evening

Every Thursday evening, until 9pm, the Musée Marmottan-Monet, temple of Impressionism, welcomes you for a nocturne through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions.
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Musée Maillol by night: discover the sculptor's works every Wednesday evening

Every Wednesday evening, until 10pm, the Musée Maillol welcomes you for a nocturne through the permanent collections of the sculptor's works and current exhibitions.