NGV Friday Nights: see French impressionist treasures after dark

This winter, NGV Friday Nights offer an enchanting after-dark escape, blending art, music, and dining at NGV International. From 6 June to 3 October 2025, visitors can immerse themselves in the spellbinding French Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, a Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® blockbuster featuring over 100 works by icons like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Mary Cassatt. The evening’s magic doesn’t stop at the art. NGV will host live performances from artists spanning jazz, R&B, neo-soul, and electronic genres. This season’s highlights include Intermood’s psychedelic jazz, Bumpy’s soulful R&B, and Fia Feill’s ethereal soundscapes, ensuring a soundtrack as captivating as the art. Elevate your experience with curated dining in the Great Hall and Gallery Kitchen, or indulge in pop-up treats like the Moët & Chandon Champagne Bar, Yering Station Wine Bar, and a Häagen-Dazs ice-cream cart offering premium flavors. Complete your evening wandering through an exhibition designed to transport you to nineteenth-century France, with immersive interiors, opulent furnishings, and even a grand piano in the salon room. Tony Ellwood AM, Director of NGV, sums it up best: “The NGV Friday Nights series brings the magic of the French Impressionists to life after dark, offering a distinctive blend of art, live entertainment, and dining throughout winter.” Book your tickets now at ngv.melbourne for an unforgettable cultural experience every Friday evening.