If you’ve ever dreamed of living out your own Night at the Museum moment, the American Museum of Natural History is making it happen once again—this time after a five-year hiatus!

The legendary A Night at the Museum: The Overnight Experience is officially back, inviting kids ages 6-12 (and their caregivers) to roll out their sleeping bags and spend the night surrounded by towering dinosaurs, dazzling dioramas, and yes, that iconic 94-foot-long blue whale.

A Night of Wonder

First launched in 2006, the museum’s overnight program quickly became one of NYC’s most magical family traditions.

After a five-year pause, the sleepovers are finally returning, and this time the experience promises all-new surprises.

What To Expect

From flashlight-led fossil tours to scavenger hunts, trivia, karaoke, and even a bedtime story, the after-dark adventure transforms the museum into your personal playground. Explorers can:

• 🦕 Take guided flashlight tours of the third and fourth floor fossil halls (hello, T. rex 👀)
• 🦗 Roam self-guided through the insectarium and African mammal dioramas
• 🕹️ Play trivia and group games inside the brand-new Gilder Center
• 🍿 Enjoy bedtime snacks and a light breakfast
• 😱 You can even snag a commemorative keepsake

It’s the ultimate way to experience the museum without the daytime crowds—and with plenty of surprises that make the halls come alive.

Upcoming Dates

Mark your calendars: the overnight series returns monthly, with 2025-26 dates already set through June.

The first sleepover kicks off Friday, October 24, followed by Saturday, November 22 and Friday, December 5. More dates are slated throughout 2026, including:

• Saturday, January 10
• Saturday, February 7
• Friday, March 6
• Friday, April 10
• Friday, May 22
• Friday, June 5

How To Join

Tickets are $225 per person and include all activities, a bedtime snack, and breakfast the next morning.

Museum members snag early access and discounts—it’s easy to become a member online if you want first dibs.

• 🎟️ Member presale: Tuesday, September 30 | 10:30 am
• 🎟️ General on-sale: Tuesday, October 7

One thing’s certain: you won’t want to wait—these sleepovers sell out quickly.

FAQs About A Night at the Museum

👶 Who can attend?

The sleepover is designed for kids ages 6–12 and their caregivers (though we’re still crossing our fingers they’ll bring back the adults-only version someday).

🛏️ Where do we sleep?

Guests bunk down on pre-assigned cots in museum halls—yes, that means you could end up snoozing under the T. rex or next to the iconic blue whale. Just don’t forget your sleeping bag and pillow!

🍪 Is food provided?

Yep! Every ticket includes a bedtime snack and light breakfast. You can also pre-purchase heartier dinner options when you book.

💰 How much are tickets?

Tickets are $225 per person, with early access and discounts for museum members.

📅 How often do sleepovers happen?

They’re offered monthly, with dates already scheduled through June 2026.