Astronights – Science Museum sleepover

Space-themed overnight at the museum: workshops, shows, sleeping in a gallery, breakfast, then Wonderlab and IMAX. Nov and Dec 2026 dates include the Pokémon Space Trail.

Ideal for: Curious 8-10-year-old who loves space, with a parent, as a birthday or special treat.

• Budding scientists
• Special occasion
• Rainy day
• Parent and child
• Groups and parties

Schedule

Dates in window: Sat 5 Dec 2026 and Fri 15 Jan 2027 (Sat 14 Nov is already off sale; later dates 5 and 12 Mar 2027). Tickets go off sale 3 days before each date.

Times

Arrive 6.45pm (Main Entrance, Exhibition Road). Lights out 11.30pm. Ends 10am next day.

Selling

Sells steadily

Cancellations

No refunds, date changes or reductions within 28 days of the event; earlier changes via contact centre 033 0058 0058.

Adults

Per camper (adult or child): Standard from £82; VIP from £125

Children

Per camper: Standard from £82; VIP from £125

Family of four (est.)

£328

Memberships & discounts

VIP upgrade from £125; gift vouchers available; group rate £85/camper for organised groups.

• Wheelchair access
• Pushchair-friendly
• Baby change
• SEN / relaxed sessions

SENsory Astronights (ages 7-17, £42.50) on Sat 20 Feb 2027; SEN support on request for standard dates.

Contact the museum for SEN support. Separate SENsory Astronights (ages 7-17, £42.50) on Sat 20 Feb 2027, just outside this window. Halal/vegetarian breakfast; vegan, gluten-free, nut-free on request. No refunds within 28 days.

What to bring

Sleeping bag, packed evening snack, toiletries, pyjamas; camping mats and pillow provided; no inflatable mattresses.

Dress code

Comfortable clothes and pyjamas.

Food and allergies

Bring a packed evening snack; breakfast included (croissants, cereal bars, fruit, juice); all food halal and vegetarian; vegan, gluten-free, nut-free on request; may contain traces of nuts.

Address

Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD

KS2 (ages 7-11) science: Earth and space, forces; Mars-mission workshops, science show, Wonderlab and IMAX in the morning.

Links to: STEM, KS2.

Pros: 'the coolest sleepover in the cosmos' (The Times); 'mind-blowing' (Time Well Spent). Cons (museum's own FAQ): little sleep; mixed-gender gallery sleeping with some lights on.

Stay on after 10am finish for the Natural History Museum next door or the NHM ice rink.

What age is Astronights for?

Children 7-11 only; adults 18+; at least 1 adult per 6 children.

How much does Astronights cost?

Adults: Per camper (adult or child): Standard from £82; VIP from £125. Children: Per camper: Standard from £82; VIP from £125. Prices are as the organiser lists them; check when you book.

When is Astronights on?

Opens 5 Dec. Dates in window: Sat 5 Dec 2026 and Fri 15 Jan 2027 (Sat 14 Nov is already off sale; later dates 5 and 12 Mar 2027). Tickets go off sale 3 days before each date.

How long does Astronights take?

Overnight, 6.45pm to 10am.

Where is Astronights and how do we get there?

Science Museum, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD. Nearest station: South Kensington (Piccadilly, District, Circle), about 5 min via subway.

Is Astronights wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the organiser says it is wheelchair accessible. Contact the museum for SEN support. Separate SENsory Astronights (ages 7-17, £42.50) on Sat 20 Feb 2027, just outside this window. Halal/vegetarian breakfast; vegan, gluten-free, nut-free on request. No refunds within 28 days.

Is Astronights good for children with SEN?

Yes: there are dedicated relaxed or SEN sessions. SENsory Astronights (ages 7-17, £42.50) on Sat 20 Feb 2027; SEN support on request for standard dates.

Is Astronights good for a rainy day?

Yes, it's rain-proof.