Nuit Blanche 2026 this Saturday: free museums in Paris and Île-de-France

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Cécile de Sortiraparis · Updated on May 25, 2026 at 06:25 p.m.
Nuit Blanche 2026 makes a comeback this Saturday, June 6, with free museums and exceptional late openings across Paris and the Île-de-France region. Check out the venues to visit to plan your evening.

On the occasion of Nuit Blanche 2026, the museums of the Île-de-France region pull out all the stops to offer Parisians and residents of the region a rich program. Museums inviting numerous artists to deliver unusual experiences during a one-night-only event. Book your Saturday, June 6, 2026, to dive into the array of activities and installations staged by museums and other cultural institutions!

Never been to Nuit Blanche? It's never too late! This artistic event is one of the highlights of Parisian nightlife. For an entire night, from 6 p.m. until the wee hours of the morning, Paris and the surrounding départements are transformed into a giant stage, hosting contemporary art installations, shows, sculptures, light displays, concerts and other artistic events. A free, open-air stroll for the curious and art-lovers alike.

The capital's museums are often not part of the city's classic program, preferring to offer their own events alongside those of the city, but always in keeping with the themes of the moment. So it's not easy to know which museums will be opening their doors to us on this special evening.

Fortunately, Sortiraparis.com is here to help you make the most of every moment of this Nuit Blanche. We've put together a list of all the establishments in Paris and the Paris region that are open to you for this exceptional night out.

The 2026 Nuit Blanche program across Paris and Île-de-France museums:

First Arrondissement

Nuit Blanche 2026 Drawing LabNuit Blanche 2026 Drawing LabNuit Blanche 2026 Drawing LabNuit Blanche 2026 Drawing Lab At the Drawing Lab, a collective exhibition throws open its windows for Nuit Blanche 2026.
Drawing Lab is taking part in Nuit Blanche for the first time with Une fenêtre contre le temps, a collaborative exhibition blending drawing, video, installation and performance, open to the public free of charge on June 6, 2026. [Read more]

Exposition Générale : la Fondation Cartier raconte 40 ans d'expositions pour sa réouvertureExposition Générale : la Fondation Cartier raconte 40 ans d'expositions pour sa réouvertureExposition Générale : la Fondation Cartier raconte 40 ans d'expositions pour sa réouvertureExposition Générale : la Fondation Cartier raconte 40 ans d'expositions pour sa réouverture A free late-night event at the Fondation Cartier for Contemporary Art: the Nuit Blanche 2026 program.
The Cartier Foundation for Contemporary Art opens its doors after hours this Saturday, June 6, 2026, to kick off the new Nuit Blanche edition in Paris. [Read more]

Exposition Clair-obscur à la Bourse de Commerce, nos photosExposition Clair-obscur à la Bourse de Commerce, nos photosExposition Clair-obscur à la Bourse de Commerce, nos photosExposition Clair-obscur à la Bourse de Commerce, nos photos Fog sculpture and free exhibition: spend an unconventional White Night at the Bourse de Commerce
The Bourse de Commerce is taking part in the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche in Paris: this Saturday, June 6, 2026, the museum will open its doors to the public free of charge until midnight for a must-see after-dark arts event. Dive into contemporary art in Paris. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument - 59 RivoliVisuels musée et monument - 59 RivoliVisuels musée et monument - 59 RivoliVisuels musée et monument - 59 Rivoli Live painting, concerts, dance and projections: Nuit Blanche 2026 comes alive at 59 Rivoli in Paris
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, dive into a cultural Nuit Blanche in the capital. For a quirky experience that puts you in direct contact with the artists, head to 59 Rivoli, Paris’s most famous squat. Discover the lineup for this free, all-night artistic event you won’t want to miss! [Read more]

The 3rd arrondissement

Exposition Paul Strand ou l'équilibre des forces, un voyage en photos à la Fondation HCBExposition Paul Strand ou l'équilibre des forces, un voyage en photos à la Fondation HCBExposition Paul Strand ou l'équilibre des forces, un voyage en photos à la Fondation HCBExposition Paul Strand ou l'équilibre des forces, un voyage en photos à la Fondation HCB Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: photographic art on display at the Fondation Cartier-Bresson
Join the latest edition of Nuit Blanche and explore the Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation’s new exhibition in Paris’s 3rd arrondissement. Free to visit this Saturday, June 6, 2026! [Read more]

Musée de la chasse et de la nature - collections permanentes et visuelsMusée de la chasse et de la nature - collections permanentes et visuelsMusée de la chasse et de la nature - collections permanentes et visuelsMusée de la chasse et de la nature - collections permanentes et visuels Nature takes center stage during Nuit Blanche 2026 at the National Museum of Hunting and Nature in Paris.
The Museum of Hunting and Nature is taking part in Paris's 25th Nuit Blanche edition, featuring an astonishing artistic lineup. Free to visit this Saturday, June 6, 2026. [Read more]

Nuit des Musées 2022 au musée d'art et d'Histoire du JudaïsmeNuit des Musées 2022 au musée d'art et d'Histoire du JudaïsmeNuit des Musées 2022 au musée d'art et d'Histoire du JudaïsmeNuit des Musées 2022 au musée d'art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: free performance and exhibition at the Museum of Jewish Art and History
For the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, the Museum of Jewish Art and History in Paris invites you this Saturday, June 6, 2026. Discover the lineup for the evening! [Read more]

Musée des arts métiers - nos photosMusée des arts métiers - nos photosMusée des arts métiers - nos photosMusée des arts métiers - nos photos The car is a work of art: explore Nuit Blanche 2026 at the Musée des Arts et Métiers
On the occasion of the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, the Musée des Arts et Métiers will open its doors free of charge to all visitors on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Come and discover the artistic installations on display for the event! [Read more]

Chaosmos : une expo gratuite qui interroge notre place dans l'univers au Maif Social Club - photosChaosmos : une expo gratuite qui interroge notre place dans l'univers au Maif Social Club - photosChaosmos : une expo gratuite qui interroge notre place dans l'univers au Maif Social Club - photosChaosmos : une expo gratuite qui interroge notre place dans l'univers au Maif Social Club - photos Marine worlds take center stage at the Maif Social Club: discover the Nuit Blanche 2026 program in Paris
On the occasion of the 25th Nuit Blanche, Maif Social Club invites us to join an unprecedented immersive evening in Paris on Saturday, June 6, 2026, for a free, all-ages nocturnal art experience. [Read more]

Célébration Picasso, l'exposition anniversaire colorée au musée Picasso Paris - nos photosCélébration Picasso, l'exposition anniversaire colorée au musée Picasso Paris - nos photosCélébration Picasso, l'exposition anniversaire colorée au musée Picasso Paris - nos photosCélébration Picasso, l'exposition anniversaire colorée au musée Picasso Paris - nos photos Nuit Blanche 2026: a free, art-filled late-night experience at the Picasso Museum in Paris
Don't miss Nuit Blanche 2026 at the Picasso Museum this Saturday, June 6, and dive into Picasso's captivating world with after-hours tours. [Read more]

4th arrondissement

Nuit Blanche 2026 : Playtest d'un jeu vidéo narratif et impro musicale en live au Centre Culturel de SerbieNuit Blanche 2026 : Playtest d'un jeu vidéo narratif et impro musicale en live au Centre Culturel de SerbieNuit Blanche 2026 : Playtest d'un jeu vidéo narratif et impro musicale en live au Centre Culturel de SerbieNuit Blanche 2026 : Playtest d'un jeu vidéo narratif et impro musicale en live au Centre Culturel de Serbie Nuit Blanche 2026: Playtesting a narrative video game and live musical improvisation at the Serbian Cultural Centre
In the Beaubourg district, Nuit Blanche 2026 takes on an interactive edge at the Serbian Cultural Centre. Tonight, Saturday, June 6, 2026, the venue invites you to explore contemporary art through video games! [Read more]

Simone Veil. Mes sœurs et moi : l'exposition intime et gratuite au Mémorial de la Shoah, nos photosSimone Veil. Mes sœurs et moi : l'exposition intime et gratuite au Mémorial de la Shoah, nos photosSimone Veil. Mes sœurs et moi : l'exposition intime et gratuite au Mémorial de la Shoah, nos photosSimone Veil. Mes sœurs et moi : l'exposition intime et gratuite au Mémorial de la Shoah, nos photos A participatory performance at Paris's Shoah Memorial for the 2026 edition of Nuit Blanche
The Shoah Memorial is taking part in the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, which unfolds this Saturday, June 6, 2026. On the agenda for this very special evening are free performances and discoveries for an artistic all-nighter in Paris. [Read more]

7th arrondissement

Visuels musée et monument - Fondation EDFVisuels musée et monument - Fondation EDFVisuels musée et monument - Fondation EDFVisuels musée et monument - Fondation EDF Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: a free exhibition to discover after dark at the Fondation EDF
Nuit Blanche is taking place this Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. For the occasion, the EDF Foundation is bringing us a special evening... We’ll reveal the lineup for this exceptional night devoted to contemporary art. [Read more]

Musée des Egouts de ParisMusée des Egouts de ParisMusée des Egouts de ParisMusée des Egouts de Paris Nuit Blanche 2026: a kinetic installation at the heart of the Museum of the Sewers in Paris
Nuit Blanche returns to Paris this Saturday, June 6, 2026. Good news: the famed Paris Sewer Museum is taking part in the festivities marking its 25th edition. Discover the program awaiting you during this unusual and artsy overnight event. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument - musée quai branlyVisuels musée et monument - musée quai branlyVisuels musée et monument - musée quai branlyVisuels musée et monument - musée quai branly DJ sets and sounds inspired by the sea: the Quai Branly Museum’s 2026 unconventional Nuit Blanche.
For the 25th Nuit Blanche, the Musée du Quai Branly invites you to a free, surprise-filled evening on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Check out the program! [Read more]

8th arrondissement

Europa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à ParisEuropa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à ParisEuropa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à ParisEuropa Expérience, un lieu d'exposition gratuit et immersif sur l'Union Européenne à Paris DJ sets and short films: Nuit Blanche 2026 programming at Europa Experience in Paris
Europa Expérience participates in the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, presenting an art program open to all. Come explore it this Saturday, June 6, 2026, for a festive, must-see nocturnal event. [Read more]

Nuits corticales, l'exposition contemporaine de Loris Gréaud qui transforme le Petit Palais - photosNuits corticales, l'exposition contemporaine de Loris Gréaud qui transforme le Petit Palais - photosNuits corticales, l'exposition contemporaine de Loris Gréaud qui transforme le Petit Palais - photosNuits corticales, l'exposition contemporaine de Loris Gréaud qui transforme le Petit Palais - photos Nuit Blanche 2026 in Paris: A stunning and captivating installation to discover at the Petit Palais
The 25th Nuit Blanche sweeps across Paris and its surrounding areas this Saturday, June 6, 2026. It's a chance to see the Petit Palais in a new light as you discover the art program waiting there for us. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 8e - Grand Palais printempsVisuel Paris 8e - Grand Palais printempsVisuel Paris 8e - Grand Palais printempsVisuel Paris 8e - Grand Palais printemps A giant heart draws us into love at the Grand Palais: the Nuit Blanche 2026 program.
This Saturday, June 6, 2026, don’t miss a visit to the Grand Palais: the Parisian landmark is being transformed and will open to the public for free for the new edition of Nuit Blanche... A wonderful nighttime outing awaits you! [Read more]

13th arrondissement

Les Nouveaux Ensembliers : l'art contemporain rencontre l'Art Déco au Mobilier national, nos photosLes Nouveaux Ensembliers : l'art contemporain rencontre l'Art Déco au Mobilier national, nos photosLes Nouveaux Ensembliers : l'art contemporain rencontre l'Art Déco au Mobilier national, nos photosLes Nouveaux Ensembliers : l'art contemporain rencontre l'Art Déco au Mobilier national, nos photos A garden emerges from the earth at the Mobilier National, an immersive installation for Nuit Blanche 2026.
From Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 7, 2026, Nuit Blanche will transform the Mobilier National’s reinforced-concrete courtyard into a captivating vegetal and auditory theatre. Named "ORA," this ephemeral, cross-disciplinary installation invites nocturnal wanderers to rediscover this 1930s masterpiece through a unique sensory immersion. [Read more]

the 15th arrondissement

Album photo : le Musée de la PosteAlbum photo : le Musée de la PosteAlbum photo : le Musée de la PosteAlbum photo : le Musée de la Poste Nuit Blanche 2026: Contemporary art that fuses poetry and love at the Postal Museum in Paris
The Postal Museum invites us to join its Nuit Blanche this Saturday, June 6, 2026. On the agenda for the evening: an original, contemporary installation that families can explore for free. [Read more]

16th arrondissement

K-Beauty au musée Guimet : l'exposition sur la beauté en Corée du Sud se dévoile en imagesK-Beauty au musée Guimet : l'exposition sur la beauté en Corée du Sud se dévoile en imagesK-Beauty au musée Guimet : l'exposition sur la beauté en Corée du Sud se dévoile en imagesK-Beauty au musée Guimet : l'exposition sur la beauté en Corée du Sud se dévoile en images Korean night of music and performance at the Guimet Museum: Nuit Blanche 2026 lineup.
On the occasion of the latest edition of Nuit Blanche, taking place on June 6, 2026, the Guimet Museum invites you to explore Asia’s cultural riches. Enjoy a special evening to discover one of the world's largest collections of Asian art! [Read more]

Fondation Louis VuittonFondation Louis VuittonFondation Louis VuittonFondation Louis Vuitton Love and poetry head the lineup for Nuit Blanche 2026 at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris
Art and film lovers, don’t miss the 2026 edition of Nuit Blanche at the Fondation Louis Vuitton: this Saturday, June 6, we’re off to enjoy a stunning, free program. [Read more]

Val-de-Marne

MABA, Nogent-sur-Marne (94)MABA, Nogent-sur-Marne (94)MABA, Nogent-sur-Marne (94)MABA, Nogent-sur-Marne (94) Nuit Blanche 2026: an artistic anniversary at the MABA in Nogent-sur-Marne (94)
Don’t miss the MABA Nuit Blanche in Nogent-sur-Marne, coming this Saturday, June 6, 2026. See this historic venue in a fresh light and enjoy an unforgettable evening at the heart of art and culture. [Read more]

Le MAC-VAL, le musée d'art contemporain du Val-de-Marne et ses collections à portée de NavigoLe MAC-VAL, le musée d'art contemporain du Val-de-Marne et ses collections à portée de NavigoLe MAC-VAL, le musée d'art contemporain du Val-de-Marne et ses collections à portée de NavigoLe MAC-VAL, le musée d'art contemporain du Val-de-Marne et ses collections à portée de Navigo Nuit Blanche 2026: dance and percussion headline the night program at MAC VAL in Val-de-Marne (94)
The MAC VAL, Val-de-Marne’s contemporary art museum, will open its doors for free this Saturday, June 6, 2026, to mark the new edition of Nuit Blanche. [Read more]

Maison de la Photographie Robert Doisneau - Gentilly (94)Maison de la Photographie Robert Doisneau - Gentilly (94)Maison de la Photographie Robert Doisneau - Gentilly (94)Maison de la Photographie Robert Doisneau - Gentilly (94) Nuit Blanche 2026: the program at the Maison de la Photographie Robert Doisneau in Gentilly (Val-de-Marne, 94)
Experience a one-of-a-kind artistic journey during Nuit Blanche 2026, this Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Maison de la Photographie Robert Doisneau in Gentilly. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Robert Doisneau, the celebrated 20th‑century photographer, while discovering a brand-new contemporary art installation crafted for this special late-night edition. [Read more]

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On June 6, 2026

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