The Night of Museums 2026 is making a grand return for its 22nd edition, promising a night full of surprises across Paris and throughout Europe. Art enthusiasts are excited to once again enjoy this special free evening, where museums open their doors to a variety of unique activities every year. Expect new installations, renowned guest artists, guided tours, nighttime strolls, concerts, performances, and activities designed for children — all coming together to animate museums for an evening—or perhaps a night.
Nuit des Musées 2025: date, origin, history... All you need to know about this art event in Paris
Every year in May, the museums of Paris and the Ile-de-France region offer an exceptional nocturne. But where does this event come from? We explain. [Read more]
The Nuit des Musées is making a grand return this Saturday, May 23, 2025. Hundreds of cultural venues across Paris and Île-de-France will open their doors for the occasion. Expect special after-hours openings, family-friendly programs, exhibitions, performances, games, and discoveries — the region’s museums have prepared something for every visitor!
Once again this year, Sortiraparis brings you a curated list of must-visit museums in Paris and Île-de-France for Museum Night 2026. But it’s not just museums — stunning castles, foundations, and art venues are pulling out all the stops with creative programming designed to make your evening truly unforgettable, whether you're out with friends or family. This guide is still being put together and will be updated regularly. Be sure to check back often to discover the latest additions to the lineup for this exciting Night of Museums 2026.
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris: the program by arrondissement tonight!
Nuit des Musées transforms Paris this Saturday, May 17, 2025. It's a great opportunity to visit museums that are sometimes expensive, sometimes discreet and little-known, and that offer us some great experiences. In Paris, over 80 museums are taking part in Nuit des Musées. Discover the program by arrondissement [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Seine-et-Marne (77): the program for this XXL cultural nocturne
For the Nuit des Musées, the museums of Seine-et-Marne will be opening their doors on Saturday evening, May 17, 2025, often free of charge, for a host of discoveries and events that will appeal to young and old alike. Discover the program that awaits you in 77 for this 21st edition. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Yvelines (78): the program of artistic nocturnal outings
The Nuit des Musées (Night of the Museums) returns this Saturday, May 17, 2025, bringing young and old alike to the most beautiful museums and monuments in Yvelines, with visits, events and discoveries! Here's what's in store for you in the 78 region on this exceptional night. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Essonne (91): not-to-be-missed cultural evenings in the department
For the Nuit des Musées 2025, discover the museums of Essonne who are offering us exceptional nocturnes this May 17, 2025. An opportunity to enjoy museums and monuments free of charge! Here's the program for the 91 region. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Hauts-de-Seine (92): night-time art tours on the program
For Nuit des Musées, the museums of Hauts-de-Seine are offering a number of exceptional evening events and free tours this Saturday, May 17, 2025. Discover our selection of events in the 92 region! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Seine-Saint-Denis (93): the night-time program of artistic highlights
The Nuit des Musées (Night of the Museums) is taking place this Saturday, May 17, 2025, all over France, bringing together young and old alike around key monuments open exclusively at night. To mark the occasion, find out what museums in Seine-Saint-Denis have in store for you during this exceptional nocturne. Just follow the guide! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Val-de-Marne (94): the program of artistic nocturnes in the département
For Nuit des Musées, we're off to the museums of the Val de Marne, this Saturday, May 17, 2025. With unusual tours, concerts and screenings, the museums have put together an exciting program for us to discover during this exceptional nocturne in the 94 department. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: must-see events for this XXL nocturne in Paris and the Île-de-France region
It's hard to visit every museum in the capital in just one night. So here's a selection of the must-see places and activities not to be missed during this Nuit des Musées, on Saturday May 17, 2025! Ready to experience this exceptional cultural nocturne? [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: 10 not-to-be-missed tips for a top night out in Paris
Looking for the crème de la crème for Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris and the Île-de-France region this Saturday, May 17? Free museums, special events: follow the guide and discover the 10 not-to-be-missed highlights of this exceptional evening. From institutions to unusual places, here are the most promising programs for a great cultural evening. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 en avec les enfants: family outings in Paris and the Île-de-France region
How about a family Museums' Night? This Saturday, May 17, 2025, we're taking the kids to exhibitions, workshops and other activities from the afternoon onwards. Discover the kid-friendly program for this 2025 edition! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: unusual and original nocturnes to enjoy free of charge in Paris and the Île-de-France region
For the Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, we've put together an unusual selection. Discover our program of original outings to experience this Saturday, May 17, during this special nocturne! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris: free nocturnes in secret or little-known sites
How about taking advantage of the Nuit des Musées to discover some secret spots in the capital? We'll take you on a tour of some little-known places that are well worth the detour! Join us this Saturday, May 17, 2025, for a special free nocturne. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: booking visits, where to sign up in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?
Good plan alert! Prepare your Nuit des Musées in advance, to make sure you don't miss out on any of the great events during this great cultural nocturne: here's the list of places where you need to book your ticket in advance, to be able to enjoy all the entertainment on this Saturday, May 17, 2025. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris: last-minute places to visit tonight without a reservation
During Nuit des Musées, this Saturday, May 17, you can visit one art and culture venue after another, thanks to these reservation-free museums. Let's get started with free night-time events, even at the last minute! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Île-de-France: cultural highlights on your Navigo pass
Would you like to discover the treasures of the Paris region this Nuit des Musées? We're taking you out of Paris to discover the places accessible with the navigo pass this Saturday, May 17, 2025. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: the nocturnal program at castles and monuments in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Nuit des Musées is back again this Saturday, May 17, 2025. To mark the occasion, a number of castles and historic monuments in Paris and the Île-de-France region are opening their doors in the evening, offering free events: discover their program for this artistic nocturne in the Paris region! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris and the Île-de-France region: art museums and their night-time programming
Calling all art lovers: Nuit des Musées returns this Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Why not take advantage of the opportunity to immerse yourself in the worlds of our favorite artists? Painting, sculpture, photography, here's the program for art museums in the Paris region for this exceptional and artistic nocturne. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: free nocturnes in railway museums for train enthusiasts
This year's Nuit des Musées returns to Paris and the Île-de-France region on Saturday, May 17, 2025, for a 21st edition packed with exceptional and often free nocturnes in all four corners of Paris and the Île-de-France region. Spoiler alert: there's something for everyone, including train and transport enthusiasts. Here's what's in store for you at this year's railway museums in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: free night-time visits to Paris & Île-de-France history museums
The 21st Nuit des Musées will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Would you like to take this opportunity to step back in time? Here's the schedule of night-time events at history museums in Paris and the Île-de-France region. On the program: great deals, often free visits and unusual events! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris and the Île-de-France region: tours of artist-run museums and studios
Nuit des Musées returns this Saturday, May 17, 2025, with its program of often free nocturnal visits and special events. Why not take advantage of the opportunity to discover artists' studios in Paris and the Île-de-France region? Between Musées-ateliers and artists' houses, it's time to discover fascinating places around illustrious personalities. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: science museums and their programs in Paris and the Île-de-France region
During the Nuit des Musées, science is also in the spotlight! Here's the program for scientific museums and institutions. On the menu: free evening visits and fascinating events on Saturday, May 17, 2025. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 Paris and Île-de-France: concerts and musical events in cultural venues
Experience an original Nuit des Musées this Saturday, May 17, 2025, with this selection of music-themed events. The 21st edition of the Nuit des Musées will be full of rhythm! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 Paris & Île-de-France: free night-time visits to craft museums
Museum Night is coming to the Paris region this Saturday, May 17, 2025. For all those who love craftsmanship, we're taking you on a journey to conquer the museums of handicrafts and their rich programs of free visits, exceptional evening events and unusual activities and workshops. [Read more]
Open-air Nuit des Musées 2025 in the courtyards, parks and gardens of Paris and the Île-de-France region
Nuit des Musées is back on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. And if the weather's just right, how about a visit in the great outdoors? Gardens, parks and other open-air spots, here's the program of open-air nocturnes awaiting you for this 21st edition. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 Paris & Île-de-France: writers' houses and literary museums
For literature lovers, there's plenty to do on Nuit des Musées in Paris and Île-de-France. Discover the program at the literary museums, libraries and writers' houses taking part in the 21st edition of this cultural nocturne in the Paris region, this Saturday, May 17, 2025. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025: visits to medical museums in Paris and the Île-de-France region
The Nuit des Musées (Night of the Museums) awaits us in Paris and Île-de-France this Saturday, May 17, 2025. This is your chance to discover the museums dedicated to the world of medicine in the Paris region during this exceptional free evening. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 Paris & Île-de-France: evening visits to military museums and institutions
Join us on Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Paris and the Île-de-France region for Nuit des Musées. On the program: exceptional nocturnes, free guided tours and unique events. If you're interested in the army, its workings and its history, here's a special selection of military museums and institutions taking part in the event. [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 pour les cinéphiles: movie nights in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Every year, the Nuit des Musées (Night of the Museums) offers an exciting program of nocturnes and original events in cultural venues. If you're a fan of the 7th art, here's a list of ideas for movie-themed outings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region for this 21st edition! Choose your program for Saturday, May 17, 2025! [Read more]
Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris & Île-de-France: escape game, murder party,... games and fun experiences
Numerous games, adventures and fun experiences await you in cultural venues across Paris and the Ile-de-France region, during this Nuit des Musées, on Saturday May 17, 2025. Discover the program for an unusual nocturne that makes the museums of the Paris region your playground! [Read more]
All you have to do is choose your next outing! Please note that some venues are only accessible by reservation, so read the program carefully and start planning your evening now.
Dates and Opening Time
On May 23, 2026
Prices
Free
Official website
nuitdesmusees.culture.gouv.fr
Nuit des Musées 2025: date, origin, history... All you need to know about this art event in Paris
