Open Late at the Museum

Busy before 5pm? Join us after-hours For this special night each month, we'll be open until 8pm with a cash bar. We're very excited to extend our hours for these monthly Open Late sessions. Instead of closing at 5pm, Te Whare Taonga will be open until 8.30pm so that you can enjoy the exhibitions after-hours. With drinks and nibbles available to purchase from our bar, each month we'll have a new floor talk or panel discussion to get ideas sparking as you check out the galleries. Come by and make a night of it with Open Late at the Museum! Is your puku rumbling? Make the most of Kirikiriroa Hamilton's central city dining located near the Museum. Local business champions Love The Centre have a delicious list ranging from cozy cafes to fine dining establishments, or you can check out the curated guide created by Neat Places. Entry to Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery is free, except for Exscite and some temporary exhibitions. If applicable, any existing charges still apply during extended hours. Exscite is not included in the Open Late event and will be closed from 5pm as per usual operating hours. Please take it as a compliment if you're asked to provide ID for proof of age when purchasing alcohol. Intoxicated persons will not be served.