The Tate Modern gallery is resuming its regular late-night openings after they were suspended during the pandemic.
From 26th September, Tate Modern will be open until 9pm every Friday and Saturday, which it says is a decision that follows the success of their recent 25th anniversary events, particularly in attracting younger visitors.
However, it’s only a partial return to the pre-pandemic hours, as Tate Modern used to be open to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Then again, 9pm tends to feel like it’s the new 10pm in London’s nightlife scene.
Tate Modern website showing the 10pm closing – Feb 2019
Alongside the extension of their weekend opening hours, the gallery’s monthly Lates will continue to be held, and those do go on to 10pm.
Tate Modern now rejoins the list of London galleries that regularly open late at weekends.
Karin Hindsbo, Director of Tate Modern, said: “Over the last decade, Tate Modern Lates have become a cornerstone of London’s nightlife. They have proven the huge demand for access to our galleries outside of regular hours, especially among young Londoners who want to make the most of their city’s dynamic cultural scene. So I’m delighted that Tate Modern will soon be open late every Friday and Saturday evening, making the world’s most popular modern art museum even more accessible.”