About us
Explore Leiden’s vibrant art scene during Museum Night. Discover unique exhibitions, performances, and workshops at various museums.
“Museum Night in Leiden is an annual event that makes the city buzz with cultural energy”
Dive into a night of culture and discover Leiden
Museum Night in Leiden is an annual event that makes the city buzz with cultural energy. It is a night where the usual routine is suspended and the city transforms into a playground for art lovers and curious minds.
During this night, various museums and cultural institutions open their doors until the late hours, giving visitors the chance to wander through ancient galleries, admire modern artworks, and take part in interactive exhibitions. Whether you are a seasoned art connoisseur or just looking for an evening of entertainment, Museum Night Leiden has something for everyone. So step inside, be surprised, and let yourself be carried away on a journey through the treasure trove of Leiden’s cultural heritage.
Experience the night
Buy your ticket now and experience the magic of Leiden’s museums after closing time. Will you be there?
Answers to questions
I haven't received my ticket in my email
If you have questions about your ticket, you can contact the Museum Night Leiden organization via ticket@museumnachtleiden.nl.
Want to contribute to Museum Night Leiden as crew?
Our enthusiastic crew is indispensable every year during Museum Night Leiden. Would you like to contribute to the event by joining the crew? Sign up here!
Can I bring children to Museum Night Leiden?
Certainly! The Museum Night Leiden program includes plenty of activities that are fun and suitable for children. In the Museum Night app, you can filter the program by the ‘child-friendly’ category. Additionally, a discount is available for children up to 12 years old.
Which Museum Night locations are wheelchair accessible?
The National Museum of Antiquities, Museum Volkenkunde, Beestenmarkt, and the Night Path are fully wheelchair accessible. Heritage Leiden and Environs, the Hortus botanicus, the Old Observatory Leiden, Museum De Lakenhal, and Ars Aemula are partially wheelchair accessible. If you need specific information, you can send an email to secretariaat@museumnachtleiden.nl.
Is there an afterparty?
Definitely! This year, the Museum Night Leiden afterparty will take place at …. The doors are open from 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM. A ticket for our event automatically includes a ticket for the afterparty.
Which locations are participating this year?
Participating in Museum Night Leiden this year are: Japan Museum SieboldHuis, Hortus botanicus Leiden, Old Observatory, National Museum of Antiquities, Heritage Leiden and Environs, Molenmuseum de Valk, Museum de Lakenhal, Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, De Grachtwacht, Wereldmuseum Leiden, Ars Aemula Naturae, Naturalis Biodiversity Center, The Pilgrim Museum, and De Grachtwacht.
How do I exchange my ticket for an entry wristband?
With your e-ticket, you can pick up an entry wristband starting June 4th. This wristband then gives
you access to all participating locations. Due to the crowds on the day
of Museum Night itself, we recommend exchanging your e-ticket(s) for a
wristband on June 4th or 5th. This way, you avoid standing in line on the day itself. You can pick up your
wristband at the following locations:
June 4th and June 5th, 2026:
- VVV Leiden between 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wereldmuseum Leiden between 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
June 6th, 2026:
- VVV Leiden between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wereldmuseum Leiden between 10:00 AM – 1:30 AM
- Beestenmarkt between 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Academy Building between 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Is your question not listed?
Contact us.
Do you have a question about Museum Night Leiden? Above you will find answers to frequently asked questions. Is your question not among them? Then please contact us via the contact form.
Board
Yesim Benli: Chair
Yesimbenli@museumnachtleiden.nl
Juliëtte Morsinkhof: Treasurer
Juliettemorsinkhof@museumnachtleiden.nl
Alissa Koerselman: Secretary
alissakoerselman@museumnachtleiden.nl
Josephine Bensdorp: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Josephinebensdorp@museumnachtleiden.nl
Britt Kraaijenvanger: Public Relations
brittkraaijenvanger@museumnachtleiden.nl
Joëlle Keijzer: Programming I
Joellekeijzer@museumnachtleiden.nl
Siem van Deuren: Programming II & Technical
siemvandeuren@museumnachtleiden.nl
Accountability
The Museum Night Leiden foundation is a cultural ANBI and endorses the Governance Code Culture. More information can be found in our accountability statement.
As a cultural ANBI, the Museum Night Leiden foundation considers transparency very important. That is why the foundation publishes various documents every year, including the policy plan and a financial report for the past financial year. These documents provide more insight into the foundation’s operations. On this page, you will find last year’s publications.
Company details
Statutory name: Stichting Museumnacht Leiden
Address: Boommarkt 5, 2311 AE Leiden
Website: Museumnachtleiden.nl
Email: Secretaris@museumnachtleiden.nl
Phone: 071 203 2700
Chamber of Commerce: 27334143
RSIN: 820329536
VAT: NL820329356B01
IBAN: NL26 RABO 0318 8484 81
BIC: RABONL2U
Established September 15, 2009
Purpose of the foundation
The Museum Night Leiden foundation aims to initiate, organize, support, guide, and execute collective marketing and promotion for Leiden’s museums.
The Foundation primarily seeks to achieve its goal by organizing Museum Night Leiden in close cooperation with the Leiden museums.
Governance
The Foundation endorses the Governance Code Culture. The Foundation accounts for this in the annual report.
Publications
The Foundation endorses the Governance Code Culture. The Foundation accounts for this in the annual report.
Sponsors
