The Night of Museums is happening this Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. This must-attend event on Paris’s cultural calendar promises a night full of surprises, with exceptional evening openings, free tours, and unusual activities at some of the city’s top museums,including castles, historic monuments, and other cultural sites. Each year, curious visitors and passionate enthusiasts flock to take part in this night-time celebration—whether with family, a partner, friends, or on their own!
If the medical field has always fascinated you, then the Nuit des Musées (Night of Museums ) could be the perfect opportunity to set out and conquer the world's medical museums. Often little-known to the general public, these rather secretive addresses are usually hidden within the walls ofuniversities andhospitals, inviting you to discover these places in a new light while tracing the history and evolution of medicine.
We'll be revealing the program that awaits you in these specialized and unusual museums for this year's Nuit des Musées. By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries. Don't forget to check back regularly for new ideas!
Night of Museums 2026: Enjoy a Free Evening at the Museum of Medical History in Paris
The Night of Museums will return 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 perfect opportunity for curiosity seekers and enthusiasts alike. [Read more]
Some great discoveries in store.
Dates and Opening Time
On May 23, 2026
