Night at Auckland Museum:
Wonders of Egypt

Please enter Auckland Museum via the South Atrium entrance into Te Ao Mārama. Doors will open from 5.30pm but the event does not begin till 6pm.

Yes, there is limited parking in the Museum’s underground carpark. This will be open for the evening, at a special discounted rate of $10. Closure of the carpark will coincide with the end of the event.

As usual there will be free parking up to 180 minutes around the Museum and the Domain.

See here for full details on transport options and parking details.

Our tickets are the same price for both adults and children. Early bird tickets are available until Sunday 11 June at $35 each. From Monday 12 June, tickets are $40 per person. Door sales will be $45 (subject to availability). Members receive a 10% discount on all prices.

Ticket price includes entry into our major exhibition: Egypt: In the Time of Pharaohs.

We believe there is something for visitors of all ages in this programme. The most suitable age group is between 6 and 12 years.

Torches! For safety reasons, we keep lights on low, but it will still be darker than usual in the galleries. A torch will help you navigate your way around and add to the fun.

Brave visitors to the Museum are encouraged to dress in ancient Egyptian costume (parents too!) and there will be spot prizes for the best costumes on the night.

It can get cold inside the Museum at night, so it’s best to bring layered clothing. The event takes place across the whole Museum so wear sensible shoes. Bags over 40cm x 15cm x 35cm must be checked into a self-service locker, which are located in Te Ao Mārama.  

Plan to arrive before 6pm. Upon entering, you’ll be given a map and pencil to help navigate the event. Then at 6pm, the event will begin with a short welcome and overview by Nebet the Grand Vizier, who will introduce you to all the characters. After that, you can use your map to begin exploring, and seeking out the characters and activities in your own time.

No, you can explore at your own pace with your own group. But don’t forget to head to the auditorium on level 2 at a time specified on your map for the scheduled Making of a Mummy show. And of course, you must visit our major exhibition, Egypt: In the Time of Pharaohs, which will be open during the evening for exclusive viewing.

You’ll encounter 15 different ancient Egyptian characters - from high priests to everyday people - who will share their ancient Egyptian lives with you and your family in a fun and friendly way.  

The characters will have stories to share and activities to engage in: some of these are craft activities; some entail joining in and having a go; and others you can just enjoy watching. All audience participation is entirely optional, so please feel free to do as much or as little as you are comfortable with.  

We recommend one adult for a maximum of four kids as this event is self-guided.

Yes, all the evening’s activities can be accessed via lifts or ramps.

Of course! Take lots of photos for memories of the event, but please try not to interfere with the activities taking place.

You can bring bottled water with you, but no food or drinks are allowed in the Museum galleries. 

Yes, Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café will be open from 5.30pm offering a limited menu. Last orders will be taken at 8PM, if you need to quench your thirst or fill your tummies. 

We are also happy for you to BYO food to eat before the event starts. You can enjoy this in Puku Nui, our kai room in Te Ao Mārama which will be open from 5.30PM. Please be a tidy kiwi and clean up after yourselves.

Please also note there will be photography taking place for publicity and marketing purposes if you do not wish to be photographed please let the photographers know on the night.