European Night of Museums 2026

Free access to the exhibitions

Exhibitions are exceptionally free for European Museum Night—take this opportunity to (re)discover the new program.

From 6:00 pm to midnight
Last entry to The Tower: 11:30 p.m.

Flash tours

Let LUMA Arles guides lead you through the new exhibitions.

In French only

7:30 p.m.: 100 Years of Cahiers d’Art and LUMA Arles
Living Archives Gallery (Level -2 of The Tower)

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8:30 p.m.: In Search of… Incredible, Julianknxx
Underground (Level -3 of The Tower)

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9:30 p.m.: Overpainted Photographs, Gerhard Richter
In the Veins, Camille Henrot
Main Gallery and Glassroom (Level -2 of The Tower)

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10:30 p.m.: Hans Ulrich Obrist Archives, Chapter 6: Zaha Hadid, “I Think There Should Be No End to Experimentation”
Living Archives & Cherry Tree Gallery (Level -2 of The Tower)

Creative workshop
“Badges Revealed”

Create your own badge with a hidden message that appears once night falls.

From 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (drop-in)
All audiences
Level 1 of The Tower

Creative workshop
“Flower Photo Holder”

Create an original photo holder made with flowers crafted from wire and a variety of materials.

From 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (drop-in)
All audiences
Level 8 of The Tower

On the occasion of the European Night of Museums, LUMA Arles presents a rich and varied program each year, inviting visitors to discover the site through workshops and tours.
Photos: © Victor & Simon / Grégoire d'Ablon

Balade-atelier
"Les bestioles du parc"
(visit in French only)

This walk invites younger visitors to set off on an adventure through the landscaped park at LUMA Arles, discovering its many inhabitants. Along the way, they will create their own wings, decorating them with elements gathered here and there.

Free activity, reservation required (subject to availability)

Language: French
Times: 5:45 p.m. / 6:45 p.m. / 7:45 p.m.
Recommended age: 3–5
Duration: 45 minutes
Level -2 of The Tower

Walk through the Parc des Ateliers
Photo: © Victor & Simon / Grégoire d'Ablon

Balade nocturne
"Les dessous des plantes"
(visit in French only)

Accompanied by Léonard Normand, an agroforestry farmer, this walk offers the opportunity to explore the landscaped park at night and learn more about the plants found there. A surprise tasting will bring the experience to a close.

Free activity, reservation required (subject to availability).
Language: French
Times: 8:45 p.m. / 9:45 p.m. / 10:30 p.m.
All audiences
Duration: 45 minutes
Level -2 of The Tower

Night walk in the landscaped park
Photo: © Victor & Simon / Grégoire d'Ablon