
British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub)
Fri 28 Aug · 19:00
The British Museum
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The British Museum hosts a free evening event on 28 August 2026, featuring gallery access and a pub component. Part of the museum's regular Friday Lates programme, this edition is open to all without charge.
https://www.meetup.com/London-Arts-Culture-Group/events/
Usually 50-100 attendee's and 200 RSVPs on the night. Check out meetup.com to see the RSVP numbers for this free event.
Just Copy and paste the link above.
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Friday evenings at the British Museum are an occasion for a wide range of events, including lectures, discussions, film screenings, special music and dance performances, many of which are related to current exhibitions.
The British Museum's collection spans two million years, and includes cultural and historical exhibits from around the world.
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Schedule
7 :
Group meets to attend British Museum's monthly Late.
9-12 :
The group progress to a nearby bar.
Being in London's Russel Square, local bars benefit from the energy, intrigue and dynamism that comes with the Central location - with a scholarly feel, - thrown in for effect!
Get to know London's Bohemians, culture seekers, & artisans as we discuss the art and culture on display at the museum.
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Meeting
7.00 :
We meet just inside the large white "dome room," (See photos section) which is easy to spot when you enter the Museum, (from Great Russell Street.)
If entering from the front entrance, at Great Russell Street, go through baggage check & pass through an entrance hall. You will arrive in a very large, white dome shaped room.
The meeting point is just to the right, near the information desk
/// (If you enter through the back entrance @ "Montague Place," make your way towards the centre of the Museum.) ///
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Keep an eye on comments. My number will be displayed on the evening of events.
7.15 :
If you are a few minutes late, don't worry, the group will remain at the meeting point, being introduced to one another, while we wait for everyone to arrive.
Here we introduce, make acquaintances, and choose which events to head off to.
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Extra Info :
I post our new location every time we move to a new area in the Museum so keep an eye on the comments section through the evening!
My number will be displayed in the comments section below, which you can call on message on the evening of events.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Weather on the day
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British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) takes place on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 19:00.
British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) is held at The British Museum in London (Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG).
Entry to British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) is free.
Tickets for British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Hotels within walking distance of The British Museum.
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British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub)
Editorial Summary
The British Museum hosts a free evening event on 28 August 2026, featuring gallery access and a pub component. Part of the museum's regular Friday Lates programme, this edition is open to all without charge.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
https://www.meetup.com/London-Arts-Culture-Group/events/
Usually 50-100 attendee's and 200 RSVPs on the night. Check out meetup.com to see the RSVP numbers for this free event.
Just Copy and paste the link above.
---------------
Friday evenings at the British Museum are an occasion for a wide range of events, including lectures, discussions, film screenings, special music and dance performances, many of which are related to current exhibitions.
The British Museum's collection spans two million years, and includes cultural and historical exhibits from around the world.
-------------------------
Schedule
7 :
Group meets to attend British Museum's monthly Late.
9-12 :
The group progress to a nearby bar.
Being in London's Russel Square, local bars benefit from the energy, intrigue and dynamism that comes with the Central location - with a scholarly feel, - thrown in for effect!
Get to know London's Bohemians, culture seekers, & artisans as we discuss the art and culture on display at the museum.
------------
Meeting
7.00 :
We meet just inside the large white "dome room," (See photos section) which is easy to spot when you enter the Museum, (from Great Russell Street.)
If entering from the front entrance, at Great Russell Street, go through baggage check & pass through an entrance hall. You will arrive in a very large, white dome shaped room.
The meeting point is just to the right, near the information desk
/// (If you enter through the back entrance @ "Montague Place," make your way towards the centre of the Museum.) ///
--------------------
Keep an eye on comments. My number will be displayed on the evening of events.
7.15 :
If you are a few minutes late, don't worry, the group will remain at the meeting point, being introduced to one another, while we wait for everyone to arrive.
Here we introduce, make acquaintances, and choose which events to head off to.
----
Extra Info :
I post our new location every time we move to a new area in the Museum so keep an eye on the comments section through the evening!
My number will be displayed in the comments section below, which you can call on message on the evening of events.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub)?
British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) takes place on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 19:00.
Where is British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) taking place?
British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) is held at The British Museum in London (Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG).
How much are tickets for British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub)?
Entry to British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) is free.
How do I get tickets for British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub)?
Tickets for British Museum Friday Lates - Free to Attend (Gallery + Pub) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
Until Friday, 28 August 2026
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Weather
feels like 15°C · chance of rain 51% · wind 18 km/h
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