It’s time once again for the Night of Museums. This must-attend cultural event invites you to experience our heritage in a new light, featuring a variety of evening tours—many free—and original, sometimes one-of-a-kind activities like concerts, workshops, and other surprising engagements. This year, the Night of Museums is happening on Saturday, May 23, 2026. And as you might expect, Paris and the Île-de-France region won’t miss this chance to showcase their treasures! Museums, castles, monuments, and other cultural landmarks are throwing open their doors for you.
Looking to take a step back in time? History museums are perfect venues for an exciting journey through the ages. During your visit, they plunge you into various historical periods, from prehistory to the present day, offering a fascinating opportunity to explore and understand our history. As part of Night of Museums 2026, a variety of programs await, delighting history buffs and curious minds eager to learn more.
Here's a sneak peek at what's planned for Saturday, May 23, 2026 in the History Museums across Paris and Île-de-France during this year's Night of Museums. Stay tuned: this guide will be updated as new events are announced and as we uncover more surprises. Be sure to check back regularly leading up to the event to discover even more exciting experiences!
Dance performance, demonstration and exhibition: Museum Night 2026 at Mobilier National, Gobelins Manufacture
The Mobilier national, located on Avenue des Gobelins in Paris, is taking part in the 22nd edition of Nuit des Musées on Saturday, May 23, 2026. It’s an opportunity to freely explore the current exhibition during this special after-hours event, along with activities designed especially for the occasion. [Read more]
A grand traditional dance ball for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Museum of the History of Immigration - Palais de la Porte Dorée in Paris
For the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums, the Palais de la Porte Dorée invites you to a special after-hours event on Saturday, May 23, 2026. It’s a chance to (re)discover this stunning Art Deco building housing the Museum of Immigration and the Paris Tropical Aquarium. We’re bringing you the full program in detail. [Read more]
Stellar concert at the Hôtel de la Marine for the 2026 Night of Museums in Paris
L'Hôtel de la Marine participates in the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums in Paris. It's a chance to discover this sublime historic monument during an exceptional after-hours event on May 23, 2026. Click here to see the program! [Read more]
Night tour of the National Archives of Paris for the 2026 Night of Museums.
On the occasion of the 2026 Night of Museums in Paris, the National Archives, housed in the Marais, throw open their doors and unveil a special program to explore after dark. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 23, 2026, to enjoy these exceptional evening tours. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026 at the Musée de la Libération de Paris: the program for the free late-night opening.
For this 22nd edition of the Night of Museums, the Museum of the Liberation of Paris invites you to discover a free program on Saturday, May 23, 2026, as part of a special nocturne. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2026 at the Musée de Cluny: the lineup for the nocturnal events in the heart of the Middle Ages in Paris
The Cluny Museum will open its doors to the public for free this Saturday, May 23, 2026, on the occasion of the 22nd Night of Museums edition. The program features free, music-filled tours through the heart of this Parisian museum devoted to the Middle Ages. Read on for the evening schedule. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: an exceptional late-night opening at the Carnavalet Museum, Paris's oldest museum
For the Night of Museums, held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Carnavalet Museum invites you to enjoy an exceptional after-hours experience at the heart of its collections! [Read more]
Theatrical performance at the National Maritime Museum: the Night of Museums 2026 program
The National Navy Museum opens its doors for an exceptional free late-night event on May 23, 2026, to mark the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: the lineup for the after-hours program at the Museum of Art and History of Judaism in Paris
Would you like to discover the Musée d'art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme? Good news: for the Nuit des Musées 2025, this museum is opening its doors to us free of charge for a special night on Saturday May 17. [Read more]
A musical evening at Europa Experience Paris for the 2026 Night of Museums
Europa Experience is a unique and unconventional museum that offers a special nighttime event for the Night of Museums on Saturday, May 23, 2026. It’s a perfect opportunity to learn more about the European Union! So, what can visitors expect for this 22nd edition? [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026 at the Relief Map Museum in Paris: theatrical tours and mystery quests
Night of Museums 2026 is making its comeback in Paris and the Île-de-France region. To celebrate, the Plans-Reliefs Museum, located within the Hôtel des Invalides in the 7th arrondissement, will stay open late and present a specially curated program for the occasion on May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Night of the Museums 2026 in Paris: Free Evening at the Museum of Medical History
The Night of Museums is returning on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Paris. To mark the occasion, the Museum of Medical History will open its doors for free evening visits. A great opportunity for both the curious and the enthusiasts to explore this fascinating institution after hours. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: Free Evening Event at the Grande Galerie of Evolution, Museum
The Natural History Museum of Paris will be taking part in the Night of Museums on Saturday, May 23, 2026. This is the perfect opportunity to revisit the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution — and best of all, admission is free! Below is the detailed lineup for this unmissable evening event. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: Free Visit and Games at the Legion of Honor Museum in Paris
The Musée de la Légion d'Honneur is once again taking part in the 2026 Night of Museums this Saturday, May 23rd. All evening long, visitors are invited to explore the museum’s galleries and marvel at extraordinary paintings, clothing, and medals through guided tours during this special nocturnal event! [Read more]
Museum Night 2026: A candlelit, theatrical tour of the domain of a pivotal figure in the French New Wave.
Want to explore the region during this Night of Museums 2026? Head to Monthyon in Seine-et-Marne to discover the Domaine Jean-Claude Brialy this Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
The ghosts of the past visit the Chelles Archaeology Museum for the 2026 Night of Museums.
The Chelles Archaeology Museum invites you to spend an evening with its collections, thanks to the Night of Museums event, this Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026 at the Museum of Art and History in Melun (77): the nocturnal program.
La Nuit des Musées is back in Paris and the Île-de-France region on Saturday, May 23, 2026. For the occasion, the Museum of Art and History of Melun, in Seine-et-Marne, unveils its program for this special nocturnal event. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: a family-friendly late-night event at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux (77)
The Great War Museum of Meaux opens its doors for a late-night visit this Saturday, May 23, 2026, as part of the 22nd Night of Museums. Tours and activities fill the program for this one-off evening. Ready to travel back in time? [Read more]
We dance at the Bossuet Museum in Meaux for the 2026 Night of Museums: the free-evening program.
This year, the Night of Museums takes place this Saturday, May 23, 2026. To mark the occasion, numerous exceptional late-night openings are being organized across Île-de-France. This is the case at the Bossuet Museum, the Museum of Art and History of the city of Meaux in Seine-et-Marne. Discover the schedule for this annual nocturnal event! [Read more]
Museum Night 2025 at the Musée de Provins et du Provinois (77): free nocturnal tour of the museum
We're taking advantage of Nuit des Musées 2025 to discover the Musée de Provins et du Provinois on May 17, 2025. A free nocturnal visit allows us to admire this museum and its exceptional collections, which take us back in time. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: Tightrope Walkers Bring New Life to Île-de-France Prehistoric Museum in Nemours (77)
On the occasion of Museum Night on May 23, 2026, the Île-de-France Prehistory Museum in Nemours (77) is unveiling its program! Ready to travel back in time during this free cultural evening? [Read more]
A theatrical family investigation at Château de Brie-Comte-Robert (77) for the Night of the Museums in 2026
The Château of Brie-Comte-Robert will open its doors for Museums Night on Saturday, May 23, 2026. A playful, theatrical quiz designed for both children and adults awaits visitors within this historic site. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy an evening that’s both unusual and culturally enriching. [Read more]
Exclusive tours for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Royal Domain Museum of Marly (78)
A charming lineup awaits you for Night of Museums 2026 at the Museum of the Royal Domain of Marly this Saturday, May 23, 2026. How about stepping into the intimate world of Louis XIV and his lesser-known estate in the Yvelines? You won’t want to miss this special, free late-night edition! [Read more]
Museum Night 2026 at the Château de Versailles (Yvelines, 78): the program for the Sun King’s domain.
What’s in store for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Château de Versailles? Here’s what to expect for the 22nd edition, taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Creative workshop and other family activities at the Maurice Denis Museum in Saint-Germain-en-Laye for Museum Night 2026.
Night of Museums 2026 offers you the chance to (re)discover the Maurice Denis Departmental Museum, housed in a former royal hospital, this Saturday, May 23, 2026. The historic building, surrounded by a garden where masterful statues stand on display, also hides a wealth of surprises, including a chapel that was decisively modern for its era. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026 at the Lambinet Museum: an entertaining evening at the Versailles History Museum
For this year's Night of Museums, head over to the Lambinet Museum in Versailles for a nighttime visit! Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026, for a free cultural evening full of excitement and discovery. [Read more]
Concert and Escape Game at the Hôtel-Dieu Museum (78) for the 2026 Night of Museums
The Night of Museums is set to take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region, offering special evening openings and free visits for visitors of all ages. In the Yvelines department, it's the perfect opportunity to explore the exciting program planned at the Hôtel-Dieu Museum in Mantes-la-Jolie. Are you ready for this special evening? [Read more]
Admire Gallo-Roman ruins at Salle Saint-Antoine in Étampes during the 2026 Night of Museums.
Night of Museums is back! Join us this Saturday, May 23, 2026, for a new edition packed with exceptional late openings and other surprises. Looking for a cultural outing in Essonne? Here’s the program for Salle Saint-Antoine in Étampes. [Read more]
Candle-making workshop and traditional games at this local Essonne museum for Museums Night 2026.
Night of Museums 2026 stops at the Robert Dubois - Corneau Museum in Brunoy (Essonne) for a one-off, quirky evening. Visit this museum free of charge on Saturday, May 23, 2026, to enjoy a special night-time program! [Read more]
Family-friendly tours for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Museum of Art and History in Meudon (92)
Art and heritage go hand in hand on Saturday, May 23, 2026, for the Night of Museums at the Meudon Museum of Art and History. Discover the lineup for this cultural after-hours event in Île-de-France. [Read more]
Museum Night 2025: Thousand and One Nights Ball at the Musée des Avelines in Saint-Cloud (92)
To mark the 21st Nuit des musées, the Musée des Avelines in Saint-Cloud (92) is opening its doors this Saturday, May 17, 2025 for a free nocturne, with a detailed program. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: the evening program at the Musée des Années 30 in Boulogne-Billancourt (92)
Would you like to take part in the Nuit des Musées in Hauts-de-Seine? Come and visit the Musées des Années 30, in Boulogne-Billancourt, on Saturday May 17, 2025, for a special nocturne. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: a family game at the Musée d'histoire urbaine et sociale in Suresnes (92)
For the 21st Nuit des Musées, the Musée d'histoire urbaine et sociale de Suresnes invites the curious to a free nocturnal visit on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Here's what's in store this year at this museum in the Hauts-de-Seine department. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: Poster design workshop at the Museum of Living History in Montreuil
The Living History Museum, the historic museum located in Montreuil's Parc Montreau, invites you to celebrate Night of Museums this Saturday, May 23, 2026, with an exceptional late-night program we’re revealing to you. [Read more]
Gardening and a concert: the Night of Museums 2026 program at the Paul Éluard Museum of Art and History
At the Paul Éluard Museum of Art and History in Saint-Denis, a host of activities has been organized for Museums Night. Explore the schedule for this all-are-welcome nocturnal event on Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Museum Night 2026 at the Nogent-sur-Marne Intercommunal Museum (94): a free after-hours event.
What better way to experience Nuit des Musées 2026 than to discover the Musée intercommunal de Nogent-sur-Marne in Val-de-Marne? Here’s the lineup for this cultural night out, set for this Saturday, May 23. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026 at the Michel Bourlet Museum: dive into the local history of Deuil-la-Barre
Museum Night returns on Saturday, May 23, 2026, and for the occasion the Michel Bourlet Museum in Deuil-la-Barre (Val-d'Oise, 95) is offering free after-dark activities for everyone. [Read more]
Museum Night 2026: Evening tours and a concert at the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Museum in Montmorency
Take advantage of Night of Museums 2026 to discover the Jean-Jacques Rousseau Museum, housed in one of the philosopher’s houses in Montmorency. A great opportunity to explore his landmark works, such as The Social Contract and Emile, or On Education! Let’s get ready for a musical evening this Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Museum Night 2026: free evening tours at the Carré Patrimoine (CIAP) in Pontoise (95)
The 22nd Night of Museums invites you this Saturday, May 23, 2026, to Paris and the Île-de-France region for another edition packed with exceptional late openings and free tours. Here is the evening program at Carré Patrimoine in Pontoise, in the Val-d’Oise department. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: an unusual evening at the Museum Factory in the prefiguration space (95)
For the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums in Paris and Île-de-France, La Fabrique du Musée in Gonesse invites you to a special nocturnal program. Here’s what to expect for this cultural evening on May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Museum Night 2026: a tour and a mythological tale at Château d'Écouen, National Museum of the Renaissance (Val-d'Oise 95)
The Château d'Écouen, home to the Renaissance Museum, will take part in the Night of Museums on May 23, 2026, opening its doors to the public free of charge so you can see the artworks in a new light during this special evening! [Read more]
A Night of Sound at the Eco-Museum of the Cartoucherie: The 2026 Museum Night Program
In the town of Survilliers, in Val d'Oise, the Ecomuseum of the Cartoucherie will open its doors to visitors free of charge on May 23, 2026, as part of this year's Night of Museums celebration. [Read more]
Exhibition and evening scavenger hunt for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Louis Senlecq Museum of Art and History
As part of the 22nd edition of Museum Night, the Louis Senlecq Museum of Art and History in L'Isle-Adam invites you to enjoy a variety of activities this Saturday, May 23, 2026, with special evening hours. It's the perfect opportunity for a memorable night out with family or friends during this highly anticipated cultural event. [Read more]
An Unusual Tasting Tour at the Val-d'Oise Archaeology Museum for Museums Night 2026
For this year’s edition of the Night of Museums in Val d'Oise, the Archaeological Museum is offering a unique evening combining exploration and tasting during an extraordinary late-night event on Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Happy Museum Night to all history lovers!
Dates and Opening Time
On May 23, 2026
