La Nocturne: an evening at the Fondation Louis Vuitton to discover all its secrets

The Fondation Louis Vuitton is one of Paris' s leading cultural institutions. Located near the Jardin d'Acclimatation, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, the foundation amazes with its major exhibitions, concerts and, of course, its atypical architecture. So, when the opportunity arises to learn more about this special cultural venue and its secrets, don't hesitate: go for it!

Join us this Friday, October 3, 2025, for an original and lively nocturne . As always, the Fondation Louis Vuitton is pulling out all the stops, with a fun and musical program.

This artistic evening is an opportunity to enjoy the Fondation in a privileged setting and festive atmosphere. The evening is punctuated by a variety of activities and appointments, taking us into the hidden spaces of the building designed by Frank Gehry in 2014. Find out more about what awaits you during this memorable evening at the heart of the Fondation Louis Vuitton.

The program for the nocturne at the Fondation Louis Vuitton :

7-10pm - MICRO-VISITS
Every 30 minutes, departing from the Terrasse Haute
Starting from the terraces, join the architectural trail and let yourself be guided by a cultural mediator to discover the Foundation building. Construction, materials, design, understand the challenge of this daring architecture!
7-10pm - THE MYSTERY OF THE LOST BOLT
Continuous, departing from the Auditorium
A bolt has disappeared from the building. Come and help us find it! Embark on a unique quest with our teams. Your mission: unravel the secrets of Frank Gehry's architecture, follow the clues given by our cultural mediators and solve the riddles along the way.
7-10 PM - THE VR EXPERIENCE, THE SHIP IN THE CLOUD
Departure every 15 minutes
Travel in a different way and explore Frank Gehry's architecture! In the Auditorium, equipped with virtual reality headsets and accompanied by a cultural mediator, experience a unique immersive and collective expedition. You'll be transformed into a giant to see the Foundation from the air, then transported back to life-size above the Foundation, to the top of its glass sails, to discover spectacular and inaccessible views of the building.
RENCONTRE ET SIGNATURE
Reception hall and bookshop
During the Nocturne, artist-engineer Milène Guermont presents her first monograph, TOUCHEZ SVP, retracing 20 years of artistic creation. Her luminous and tactile work PYRAMIDION is activated for the occasion in front of the Fondation.
- 6:45pm - 7:15pm
  Discover his work in a unique encounter with Christian Reyne, architect and owner of the Fondation. Discuss the strong links between his creations and architecture.
- 19H15-19H45
  Meet Milène Guermont at a book-signing session for the book-object TOUCHEZ SVP in the Foundation Bookshop.
7.30-10.30pm - LA MONA
Hall d'accueil
A veritable dancing machine, La Mona takes over the Foundation's Hall d'accueil to thrill and sweep you away to the sounds of House and Disco Djing, 90's and more. Like a tribute to the dances born in US clubs, Voguing, Waacking or House Dance, join the mythical Mona Dance Class and take a highly original class to get you moving!
7-10.30pm - DRINK & EAT
For food and drink, the Cantine du Marché invites Sezono, a committed restaurant, to create new recipes based on local, vegetarian and seasonal produce. At the bar, a colorful menu awaits you: cocktails, homemade lemonades, cider and many other refreshing drinks.

A great evening ahead! And come back to the Foundation soon, to discover the new exhibition.

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