The original contemporary late night event. Friday Late at V&A South Kensington celebrates all aspects of contemporary visual culture and design in society, bringing audiences together with leading and emerging artists and designers through live performance, film, installation, debate, DJs and more.
Friday Late is free and drop-in.
Last Friday of every month (except January, May and December).
Next event: Rituals of Becoming – 26 June 2026
Marking the 15th anniversary of Shubbak Festival, this Friday Late celebrates the multi-sensorial facets of contemporary Arab & SWANA cultures.
Check out our visual story to help plan your visit to V&A South Kensington.
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