We’re turning the lights down and the volume up, bringing you an elevated take on the beloved Late Night at the DMA event you remember. Back as part of the Meet Me at the Museum series, Late Night returns with more vibrant energy than ever—featuring live music, curated cocktails, gallery tours, interactive art making, and after-hours access to our Level 1 and Level 2 galleries.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Join us to explore our current special exhibitions Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork and X Marks the Spot: Contemporary Screenprinting at Brand X Editions. You'll also enjoy live music, tours, live artist demonstrations, and hands-on art making.
Live Performances
7:00–8:30 p.m., Ross Avenue Entrance, Founder's Landing, DJ Josh Dice
7:00–8:30 p.m., Hamon Atrium, DJ Wild Wata
7:00–8:30 p.m., Eagle Family Plaza, DJ Rooney Tunes
9:00 – 11:00 p.m., Hamon Atrium, DJ Joe Ramirez
Arts & Craft After Dark with Adroit Origami
7:00–10:30 p.m., Concourse (Across from the Keir Collection)
After you purchase a “craft” cocktail at the DMA Cafe, join in and make some art! In honor of our Samurai to the Imperial Court exhibition, you’ll find all the supplies and step-by-step instructions needed to make your very own origami samurai helmet, crane, or lotus flower. This self-guided drop-in activity is available while supplies last.
Pop-Up Art Spot: Show Your True Colors Buttons
7:00-9:00 p.m., European Galleries, Level 2
How well do you think you know the person you came with tonight? Are they a goody-two-shoes, slightly wicked or somewhere in between? Armed with that knowledge and inspiration from works of art on display to design and exchange buttons with each other using a variety of collage and drawing materials at your disposal. Also create a button for yourself to wear that shows your true colors for all to see! Free, all materials provided; activity available until supplies last.
Origami with Adroit Origami: Artist Led Mini Workshop
7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30 p.m., Hamon Atrium
Back by popular demand! Join Travis Nolan from Adroit Origami to create objects inspired by our special exhibition Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metalwork. These mini workshops are led by Travis and last 20 minutes each. Space is limited; you must reserve your spot near Guest Services prior to activity time.
Artist Demonstration: Mario Zie Chang
7:00- 9:00 p.m., Eagle Family Plaza
Enjoy the beautiful spring weather on our outdoor plaza. We’ll have the bar open, DJ Rooney Tunes spinning, and a live artmaking demonstration by Dallas-based artist Mario Zie Chang. Talk with him, ask about his process and the work he is creating for his upcoming solo exhibition.
Gallery Talks & Tours
Led by the DMA Curatorial team, take a deep dive into our special exhibition Samurai to the Imperial Court: Japanese Metal. Space is limited; first come, first served. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour to reserve your spot and receive your headset. Tours meet near the Red Elevators.
7:30–8:00 p.m., Level 1 – Samurai with Dr. Jacqueline Chao
7:45–8:15 p.m., Level 1 – Samurai with Yue Dai
8:30–9:00 p.m., Level 1 – Samurai with Dr. Jacqueline Chao
8:45–9:15p.m., Level 1 – Samurai with Yue Dai
Samurai Armor Dressing Demonstration with the Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum
8:30-9:30 p.m. Horchow Auditorium, Level 1
Prepare for battle! Join Emily Barnes and Jessica Beasley from the Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum to watch a live samurai suit dressing demonstration and learn about the history and technical mastery of samurai armor.
Creativity Challenge: Putt Your Spin on It
8:00–9:00 p.m., Eagle Family Plaza
Join us for a tee-riffic team challenge to design and build a playable mini-golf hole inspired by a work from the DMA’s Post-war & Contemporary Art Collection. You’ll have a selection of unexpected materials but only a limited amount of time in this Iron Chef or Chopped-style challenge. The winning hole will be judged on creativity, playability, and connection to the artwork, and team members will receive a mystery prize pack.
All materials provided, limited to 6 teams of up to four people each. Sign up is available as soon as the doors open near the Visitor Services desk at the main entrance.
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To request accessibility accommodations such as ASL interpretation, gallery stools, or wheelchairs, please send an email to access@dma.org.
