The Night of Museums is a wonderful opportunity to explore a multitude of cultural venues across Paris and the Île-de-France region. But that's only possible if you've remembered to book your tickets in advance! To ensure you don't miss out on the must-see museum or iconic monument of the evening, here are the places where reservation is required for Saturday, May 23, 2026.
But do you know what Night of Museums is all about? It's an annual event held across Europe where museums stay open late into the night. On the evening of Saturday, May 23, 2026, thousands of museums, castles, historic sites, foundations, and cultural venues will welcome visitors after hours.
Activities, storytelling or musical visits, shows, guided tours, games... It's all there for you to (re)discover the artistic treasures of your region. And very often, these museums open their doors free of charge!
However, this does not mean that access to museums and monuments is entirely free. Many programs are by reservation only, and places are limited! To avoid disappointment on Saturday evening, it's best to plan ahead and make your reservations now. Please note that in some cases, only certain museum activities can be booked in advance.
To help you make the most of your evening, here is a list of places where reservations are mandatory or strongly recommended:
Night of Museums 2026 in Paris: Enjoy a free evening visit at the Gustave Moreau Museum
The 2026 Museum Night marks its 22nd edition at the Gustave Moreau Museum in Paris on Saturday, May 23rd. Explore the exciting lineup of events planned for this year’s unmissable cultural evening. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: What’s happening this evening at the Jean-Jacques Henner National Museum in Paris
For the Night of Museums, the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum is opening its doors for an evening of free admission — a chance not to miss! Join us this Saturday, May 23, 2026, at this workshop-museum in the 17th arrondissement of Paris for the 22nd edition of this special event. [Read more]
Exceptional Nighttime Event: Discover the Ghosts of the Chana Orloff Workshop-Museum for Museum Night 2026
An exceptional artistic evening event: In celebration of Museum Night on Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Chana Orloff Workshop-Museum invites you to explore the artist's renowned collection housed within the heart of Villa Seurat, located in the 14th arrondissement. [Read more]
Fontainebleau Palace to offer exceptional free admission for the Night of Museums 2026.
The Night of Museums is back in Paris and the Île-de-France region. It’s the perfect occasion for the Château de Fontainebleau to reveal its secrets during free, after-hours openings. Join us this Saturday, May 23, 2026, for a night that transcends time! [Read more]
Collaborative mural and evening tour at Jean Dubuffet’s Tour aux Figures for the 2026 Night of Museums
What’s on for the Night of Museums 2026 in Hauts-de-Seine? Head to La Tour aux Figures by Jean Dubuffet, nestled in the heart of the Île Saint-Germain park in Issy-les-Moulineaux, to explore the program for May 23, 2026. Get ready for a surreal and unforgettable evening. [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: Enjoy a free evening at the Barbizon Painters Museum (77)
Every year, the Night of Museums invites enthusiasts and the curious alike to enjoy special evening openings and free admission. In Seine-et-Marne, the Barbizon Departmental Museum of Painters will be taking part in the upcoming edition on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Check out the program! [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]
Night of Museums 2026: An Nighttime Visit at the Elsa Triolet - Aragon House in Yvelines (78)
The Night of Museums 2026 will also take place at the Elsa Triolet - Aragon House in Saint-Arnoult-en-Yvelines (78)! On Saturday, May 23, 2026, come explore this stunning venue and its sculpture garden after hours. Check out the full program here! [Read more]
Night of Museums 2026: Explore the Pavilion of the Indies During an Evening Visit
Take advantage of this year's Night of Museums to explore the Pavillon des Indes (92), which will be welcoming visitors with free access this Saturday, May 23, 2026. [Read more]
Musical Night for the 2026 Night of Museums at La Maison de Fer in Poissy (78): the program
The Maison de Fer, this stunning iron-clad villa nestled within the Meissonier Park in Poissy, will be opening its doors in steel for the Night of Museums 2026! This is a perfect opportunity to explore an iconic piece of late 19th-century architecture, a true architectural gem, during a special evening opening. Mark your calendars for May 23, 2026. [Read more]
For Museum Night 2026, a karaoke tour at the Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre Eco-Museum (94)
Heading to the Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre Eco-Museum (94) for Museums Night 2026, featuring unique activities perfect for the whole family, this Saturday, May 23, 2026. [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]
Night of Museums 2026: In-Depth Look at the Tool Museum (95), Highlights of the Evening Program
On the occasion of this year's Night of Museums, the Tool Museum in Wy-dit-Joli-Village, Val-d'Oise, invites you to enjoy special activities on May 23, 2026. Click here for the lineup of this 22nd edition. [Read more]
Quick, quick, get out your diary, you've got a whole night to plan! No matter where your steps take you, we know you're in for an extraordinary evening in these beautiful museums and monuments. Make the most of it!
Dates and Opening Time
On May 23, 2026
