Are you ready for a night like no other at the Louvre Abu Dhabi? The iconic museum is celebrating its 8th anniversary with Night at the Museum, a special one-night-only celebration marked with several events!
Slated for 7 November, the museum will remain open until 1 am, giving guests exclusive after-hours access to permanent galleries, Mamluks: Legacy of an Empire exhibition, Art Here 2025, The Children’s Museum, the VR experience, and so much more.
From fitness under the dome to outdoor screenings in the gorgeous museum, this Night at the Museum is one you definitely don’t want to miss. Take a look at the lineup of events and book your spots—they’re sure to fill up fast!
Night at the Museum line-up of events at Louvre Abu Dhabi
Family film screening
It would be criminal not to watch this namesake classic, of course.
Louvre Abu Dhabi is hosting a free outdoor screening of the same, allowing you to experience the magic of exhibits coming to life right before your eyes. It’s first-come, first-served, though – so don’t be late!
Details:
Date: 7 November
Time: 7 pm
Location: Auditorium Plaza
Duration: 1h 48m
Price: Free (Reservation required) Book now
Community Mural
Drop in and contribute to a large-scale, collaborative artwork inspired by the museum’s collection.
It’s time to get those creative hats on and leave your mark behind in the iconic space. And of course, it’s free!
Details:
Date: 7 November
Price: Free
Flashlight gallery experience
There are adventures around every corner when it comes to a Night at the Museum.
One of them is the chance to explore permanent galleries with only a flashlight in hand, and the chance to discover the museum in a whole new light.
Details:
Date: 7 November
Location: Permanent Galleries
Duration: 1h
Price: AED 50
Book an easel
Pause, breathe, and reconnect with your creative side.
This guided painting session invites you to express yourself at your own pace, with gentle guidance from museum educators in an inspiring setting.
Details:
Date: 7 November
Time: Session 1: 8 pm – 9 pm
Session 2: 10 – 11 pm
Location: Dome Plaza
Duration: 1h
Price: AED 150, AED 120 for members. Book Now
Ride with CRANK
The sunset session led by Azza Al Mughairy sets the tone with a Khaleeji-inspired theme. Next up, Chloe Wilson kicks off the EDM rave night, turning the rooftop into a high-energy dancefloor.
Erin Russel takes over from 9.30 pm to 10.30 pm with a Hip-Hop vs R&B showdown, while Mia Charara closes the night from 11.30 pm to 12.30 am with an electrifying Drums vs Latino set, mixing pulsating percussion with vibrant Latin grooves.
This one continues beyond the Night at the Museum, too. The next day, the rooftop CRANK experience wraps up with a sunrise session from 6 to 7 am, where Denzyl spins an energetic Tomorrowland vs Rudimental set to start the day with high-octane beats.
Details:
Date: 7-8 November
Time: November 7
Session 1: 5:45 – 6:45 pm (Sunset session) | Azza Al Mughairy | Khaleeji Theme
Session 2: 7:30 – 8:30 pm | Chloe Wilson | EDM rave night
Session 3: 9:30 – 10:30 pm | Erin Russel | Hip-hop vs R&B
Session 4: 11:30 pm – 12:30 am | Mia Charara | Drums vs Latino
November 8
Session 5: 6 – 7 am (Sunrise session) | Denzyl | Tomorrow Land vs Rudimental
Location: Rooftop of Gallery 12
Duration: 1h
Price: AED 250, Book now
Floating immersive breathwork with Breasy
You may have never looked at the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi dome this way, making this one of the events we’re most hyped for!
Surrounded by serene soundscapes and soft lighting, participants will be guided through meditative breathing exercises that calm the mind and rejuvenate the body. Choose from two sessions and get ready to feel rejuvenated like never before.
Details:
Date: 7 November
Time: Session 1: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Session 2: 9:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Location: Dome Plaza
Duration: 2h
Price: AED 400. Book now
Quantum Dome VR
If you’ve been loving this particular activation, the Night at the Museum only makes it more special. Undertake a 30-minute virtual reality journey across Imperial Rome, Medieval Baghdad, and Mughal India.
Details:
Date: 7-8 November
Time: Various, starting from 5:30 pm
Price: For bookings, visit Louvre Abu Dhabi
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