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British Museum sleepover

Amazing ancient Egypt

Sleepover / 15 August – 16 August 2026

Ages 8–15

Various dates

18.15–09.00
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Great Court and galleries

  • £79

Ages 8–15

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Do you have what it takes to make it in ancient Egypt?

Experience the Museum after dark and discover a world of powerful pharaohs, magical myths and awesome archaeology. Through storytelling, crafting and hands-on activities, learn how to decipher hieroglyphs, dig for artefacts and safely journey to the afterlife.

After an action-packed evening, you'll spend the night sleeping in the Egyptian and Assyrian galleries, surrounded by kings and gods from the ancient world.

Join us in the morning for breakfast and an exclusive trail through selected galleries.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please see the sleepover FAQs for more information about the event.

Booking information

  • This sleepover is for 8–15-year-olds.
  • All children must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket.
  • Adults cannot attend without an affiliated child within their group.
  • Each adult can bring up to four children.