La Nuit des Arts de Roubaix
Art in all its forms, all over the city
About Nuit des Arts
Created in 2010, La Nuit des Arts de Roubaix is a free artistic event that transforms the city into a vast contemporary art trail. In spring and December, around fifty Roubaix venues simultaneously open their doors: museums, galleries, shops, artists' studios, and unusual locations. More than 250 artists exhibit their works across all disciplines: painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and street art. Everyone is free to create their own itinerary for a unique nocturnal artistic stroll.
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La Nuit des Arts: Roubaix transforms into an open-air gallery
Since 2010, Nuit des Arts has pursued the same ambition: to make art in all its forms accessible to as many people as possible by disseminating it throughout the city. This 100% free event makes Roubaix a unique place for artistic discovery, where art appears where you least expect it.
An original concept: art everywhere, for everyone
The principle is simple and powerful: for one evening, dozens of Roubaix venues become ephemeral exhibition spaces. Museums (La Piscine, La Condition Publique), galleries, cafes, bookstores, shops, restaurants, and even private apartments host the works of over 250 artists. Painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, ceramics, street art, installation, video: all disciplines are represented.
Two events per year
Nuit des Arts unfolds in two annual highlights:
- The spring edition (May): a three-day weekend with a highlight on Saturday evening from 6 PM to 11 PM when all venues are open simultaneously.
- The December edition: two weekends of artistic discoveries in the warm atmosphere of the holiday season, including the Nuits des Arts Lumineux with video-mapping projections on the city's iconic facades.
A free and personalized tour
There is no imposed visiting route. Each visitor creates their own itinerary based on their desires and discoveries. A map of participating venues is available online and distributed during the event, allowing you to locate exhibitions, performances, and workshops. Strolling through the streets of Roubaix, between exhibition venues, is an integral part of the artistic experience.
The Nuits des Arts Lumineux
For several years, Nuit des Arts has been enhanced by a spectacular light show. From December to April, the Light Trail invites visitors to explore Roubaix after dark, with video-mapping projections on the city's iconic facades. Art, local history, and technology blend in fascinating visual creations that transform architectural heritage into a giant screen.
Nuit des Arts — edition 2026
The 30th edition of La Nuit des Arts de Roubaix is expected in Spring 2026. Around fifty venues and over 250 artists will once again transform the city into an open-air gallery.
Spring 2026 Edition
Nuit des Arts returns in Spring 2026 for a new edition. Around fifty Roubaix venues will open their doors to host the works of over 250 artists. The free tour through the city, exhibitions in unusual locations, and artistic performances will once again make Roubaix an open-air gallery.
Highlights Nuit des Arts 2026
To remember for 2026
- Location: Roubaix city center, 50 participating venues
- 250+ artists in all disciplines
- Free and open tour
- Highlight on Saturday evening from 6 PM to 11 PM
Prices Nuit des Arts 2026
Practical information — Nuit des Arts
Practical Information
Access and transport
By metro: Station “Roubaix Grand'Place” or “Roubaix Charles de Gaulle”, line 2 of the Lille metro. Exhibition venues are spread throughout the city center, accessible on foot from the stations.
By tram: The tramway connects Lille to Roubaix (Eurotéléport stop).
By car: Parking available in the city center (McArthurGlen parking, Grand'Place parking).
Venues
Exhibitions are spread across around fifty venues throughout Roubaix: La Piscine (Museum of Art and Industry), La Condition Publique, galleries, shops, cafes, and artists' studios. An interactive map is available on the city of Roubaix website.
Opening hours
Spring edition: weekend in May, highlight on Saturday from 6 PM to 11 PM.
December edition: two weekends in December. The Nuits des Arts Lumineux continue from December to April, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings.
Prices
Completely free event. Free access to all participating venues.
Practical tips
- Download or pick up the map of participating venues to plan your route.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
- The Saturday evening highlight is the ideal time to visit as many venues as possible.
- The Nuits des Arts Lumineux are accessible from dusk until midnight.
Accessibility
The majority of participating venues are accessible to people with reduced mobility. The route in the city center uses pedestrian streets and adapted sidewalks. For venues located on upper floors, inquire about access conditions via the interactive map which specifies the accessibility of each venue.
With children
La Nuit des Arts is a family-friendly event. Many exhibitions are accessible to children, and some venues offer creative workshops for younger ones. The festive atmosphere and the stroll through the city make the experience fun for all ages.
Accommodation
Roubaix has several accommodation options in the city center. The Lille metropolitan area also offers a wide choice of hotels accessible by metro (line 2, 20 minutes from Lille).
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Centre-ville de Roubaix
Grand'Place, 59100 Roubaix