Yoga, dance, magic, stand-up: a series of unconventional nighttime activities at the Louvre Museum

As dusk falls on Friday evening, head to the Louvre Museum to rediscover its collections from a new perspective. Enjoy unique workshops and unconventional activities, in addition to the current exhibitions!

Looking for a perfect weekend start? Head over to the Louvre Museum! Every Friday, the world's most visited museum stays open in the evening, from 6 pm to 9:45 pm, offering a unique night-time visit experience. It’s the ideal way to explore or revisit its diverse collections, but also to participate in unusual activities—ranging from magic and yoga to dance! Plus, on the first Friday of each month, the museum night is completely free, so take advantage of it!

These Off Tours offer visitors the chance to explore surprising disciplines or try their hand at lesser-known skills, right in the heart of Paris’s artistic hub—surrounded by centuries-old masterpieces. Are you more into a relaxing session of yoga, or perhaps you have a knack for crafting with your fingers and want to create a feathered art piece alongside a feather crafts specialist? Or maybe you're an aspiring magician, eager to learn magic tricks and mentalism? Whatever your interest, these activities are perfect to kick off your weekend!

An unconventional way to explore the Louvre Museum, but remember, be sure to reserve your time slot—evening openings are always in high demand! Take this opportunity to wander through the various current exhibitions, which are sure to captivate and inspire you.

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