London's late-night museum and gallery openings this month
Experience one of London's finest summer highlights by attending late openings at museums and galleries, where you can indulge in drinks, sunshine, and art. June in London offers a plethora of late-night events, from Tate Modern Lates featuring award-winning musician Celeste to after-hours exploration of the Courtauld Gallery's new exhibition by British photographer Roger Mayne. Here are some of the museum and art gallery late-night openings to look out for in London this month.
Celeste at Tate Modern Lates
Celeste, Tate Modern 2024 (c) Tolu Elusadé.
#FLODown: Award-winning musician Celeste will headline Tate Modern Lates on 28 June 2024, with an exclusive performance celebrating light and film. Collaborating with artist Anthony McCall, Celeste will perform in the South Tank, blending her soulful vocals with McCall’s mesmerising 16mm projector displays. The event will coincide with the opening of McCall's solo exhibition, featuring his pioneering light sculptures. Attendees can enjoy McCall's films, expert-led discussions on the impact of light in art, interactive workshops, DJ sets, and the Swatch Social space. Click here for more.
Date: Friday 28 June 2024. Time: 6pm - 10pm. Location: Tate Modern, Bankside, London SE1 9TG. Price: Free.
Admission to the Late is free, but tickets are required for entry to the exhibitions, including YOKO ONO MUSIC OF THE MIND, Zanele Muholi, Expressionists: Kandinsky, Münter and The Blue Rider, and Anthony McCall, which will also remain open late.
Courtauld Lates: Summer of Art
Courtauld Lates. Photo by Fergus Carmichael/Courtesy The Courtauld.
#FLODown: The upcoming Courtauld Lates: Summer of Art on 14 June 2024, will feature the new exhibition Youth by Roger Mayne, along with displays of works by Henry Moore and Vanessa Bell. Visitors can explore iconic pieces like Van Gogh’s Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Manet’s A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. A pop-up bar serving 'Courtauld Cocktails' will be available, alongside refreshments at the Art Café, complemented by a live DJ set in the Gallery Entrance Hall.
Date: 14 June 2024. Time: 6.30pm - 10.30pm. Location: The Courtauld Gallery, Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 0RN. Price: £14. U25s: £5. Book now.
Soane Late: Pride Month Celebration
Sir John Soane's Museum. Photo by MTotoe.
#FLODown: Sir John Soane will celebrate Pride Month in style at their next Soane Late, exploring objects with LGBTQ+ connections in Sir John Soane’s eclectic collection. Uncover queer histories by candlelight with expert guides, highlighting objects like a bust of Sappho and items from William Beckford. Enjoy performances, workshops, and cocktails in the Library-Dining Room. The entire museum, beautifully lit, will be open for exploration, with staff sharing stories about Soane's life and collection.
Date: 28 June 2024. Time: Tickets are available for arrival at 6pm, 6.30pm or 8.30pm. Location: Sir John Soane's Museum,13 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3BP. Price: £25. Book now.
Morgan Stanley Lates at Somerset House with the Courtauld
Somerset House. Photo by Rory Lindsay.
#FLODown: Join Morgan Stanley Lates on 19 June at Somerset House and The Courtauld for an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and entertainment. Enjoy exclusive access to the exhibitions at both institutions, including The Lore of LOVERBOY and Roger Mayne: Youth, Henry Moore: Shadows On The Wall, and Vanessa Bell: A Pioneer of Modern Art. The evening will feature live performances from three bands, including headliners Walt Disco, as well as DJ sets from Charles Jeffrey. Additionally, there will be interactive activities such as origami workshops and drop-in drawing sessions, and food and drink offerings from Deeney's and KERB.
Date: 19 June 2024. Time: 6pm - 10pm. Location: The Courtauld Gallery, Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 0RN. Price: General admission to activities in the Courtyard are free. U25s receive free entry into The Courtauld Gallery. Over 25s pay £13 to visit The Courtauld Gallery. Book now.
Saatachi Gallery: Summer Lates
Miles Aldridge, Lookable Legs #1, 2002 © Miles Aldridge : Vogue Italia.
#FLODown: In June, Saatchi Lates celebrates botanical art, coinciding with The RHS Botanical Art & Photography Show. Tickets include entry to The RHS Botanical Art & Photography Show and the new exhibition Beyond Fashion, as well as access to all current ground floor shows. Enjoy a bar open until 8.30pm and participate in two guided workshops. The Botanical Drawing workshop, led by botanical artist Rui Jiang, lets participants draw from a floral display by Sisters of Bloom. In the Botanical Printmaking workshop, create prints from real plants and flowers using monoprinting techniques, guided by the Saatchi Gallery Learning team. Both workshops cater to all levels, with basic materials provided.
Date: 28 June 2024. Time: 6.30pm - 9pm. Location: Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York's HQ, King's Rd, London SW3 4RY Price: £15. Concessions available. Book now.
