Museum Night, a unique evening event with nighttime activities

Museum Night in Luxembourg is a must-see event for lovers of culture and heritage, transforming the capital's museums into places of nocturnal discovery. The dates for the next edition in 2026 are not yet known. However, it is expected to be held in October 2026, as is traditional. This new edition promises to be full of surprises once again, attracting thousands of visitors for a unique evening.

Would you like to discover Luxembourg's cultural treasures in a festive and friendly atmosphere? Don't miss this event, which is full of poetry and rich in Luxembourgish culture.

A unique evening in Luxembourg's museums

Every year, during Museum Night, Luxembourg's museums open their doors free of charge to visitors, allowing them to discover the richness of the Grand Duchy's heritage.

Organized by the museum collective "d'Stater Muséeën," Museum Night is a unique event. This evening allows Luxembourg residents, as well as expatriates and tourists, to immerse themselves in the country's history and art.

Every year, more and more people take part in the various activities on offer, including guided tours created especially for the occasion and workshops for children and adults. The atmosphere is particularly festive, with DJs and gourmet treats providing musical and gastronomic entertainment.

Luxembourg Museum Night, museums at night

For the occasion, museums traditionally open their doors at night, from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. For night owls, the Mudam, the Museum of Modern Art in Kirchberg, extends the festivities until 3 a.m.

Participating Museums

In 2025, seven museums in the city of Luxembourg took part in Museum Night, each making its own unique contribution to spark visitors' curiosity:

• Mudam Luxembourg (Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art): Mudam is the leading venue for contemporary art in Luxembourg, with modern and often interactive installations. During Museum Night, live performances and DJ sets will liven up the evening, offering visitors an experience combining artistic discovery and celebration.
• Villa Vauban: this art museum houses an impressive collection of European paintings. For Museum Night, Villa Vauban will offer themed guided tours and creative workshops for young and old alike.
• Casino Luxembourg – Forum d'Art Contemporain: renowned for its avant-garde exhibitions, the Casino will be transformed into a venue for visual and sound performances, immersing visitors in artistic experiences.
• Lëtzebuerg City Museum: as the city's museum, it presents the history and evolution of Luxembourg. For Museum Night, special tours will allow visitors to rediscover the history of the capital through interactive stories and activities for all ages.
• National Museum of History and Art: this museum houses collections ranging from antiquity to modern art. Expect historical reenactments and demonstrations of ancient crafts.
• National Museum of Natural History: also known as the Naturmusée, this museum focuses on biodiversity and natural sciences. During Museum Night, it will offer science workshops and interactive exhibitions for families.
• Dräi Eechelen Museum: Housed in a former fortress of the Vauban fortifications, this museum highlights Luxembourg's military history. For Museum Night, it will offer night tours of the fortifications as well as performances evoking key periods in the country's history.

During a previous edition, Luxembourgish athletes acted as guides for an evening. They presented the public with a "favorite work" in each of the seven participating museums in the City of Luxembourg.

We can bet that this year, too, there will be some wonderful surprises in store for evening visitors, including musical tours, artistic performances, and workshops.

Free shuttles and tickets for Museum Night

To make it easier to get between the different museums, free shuttles will be available throughout the evening. These buses will allow visitors to travel easily between the participating museums, making the experience even more accessible for everyone.

Tickets for Museum Night are available in advance at a preferential rate. It is advisable to purchase your ticket in advance from participating museums or on the event's official website to avoid queues on the evening itself.

Tickets can also be purchased at the LCTO (Luxembourg City Tourist Office) located on Place Guillaume in Luxembourg.

If you love museums, you can also take advantage of the open days during the Luxembourg Museum Days, "Hop Hop An de Musée."

Museum Nights Luxembourg, a cultural and convivial night

Museum Night is the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover Luxembourg's cultural heritage in a festive atmosphere. Every year, this event attracts more than 20,000 visitors, curious to enjoy a different experience and see the city in a new light, that of the night lights.

If you are a culture lover, or simply looking for an original evening out, don't miss this 24th edition, which promises to be rich in discoveries, emotions, and convivial moments. For more information on events, schedules, and how to participate, visit the official Museum Smile website or follow the museums' news on their social networks.

Let yourself be carried away by the magic of Museum Night and immerse yourself in a fascinating artistic universe in the heart of Luxembourg City.

For more information and the full program of this cultural event , visit www.museumsmile.lu.

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