Jade Nights
Dates
Fridays | 5.30pm - 9pm
From Friday 4 July 2025
Standard | $35
Concession | $32.50
Groups 6+ | $32.50
Membership
Friend Members receive 15% off ticket pricing for this event.
Age
Ages 18+ only
Site access information
WA Museum Boola Bardip is fully accessible. Call 1300 134 081 for assistance. Accessible resources and programs >
From clay to night—face the Terracotta Warriors after dark.
Every Friday night, skip the daytime crowds and immerse yourself in this world-exclusive exhibition, only at Boola Bardip.
Your ticket includes entry to the Terracotta Warriors exhibition, plus talks and cultural performances. Drinks and snacks are available to purchase on the night*.
Step back 2,000 years and come face to face with one of the world’s greatest cultural treasures, featuring Emperor Qin Shihuang’s Terracotta Warriors and over 225 ancient artefacts, now showcased after dark.
Sip, listen and explore with a jam-packed lineup. Scroll down for the full program.
*Please note food and drink cannot be taken into the exhibition.
Exhibition entry is ticketed between 5:30pm and 9pm, with three session times available: 5:30pm, 6:30pm and 7:30pm.
Please note there is no Jade Nights session running 19 September.
JADE NIGHTS: AFTER HOURS MIX
Curated by Sydney’s own Derrick Gee, this 4-hour sonic journey sets the mood for your Jade Nights experience. Think deep vibes, rich textures, and the spirit of the exhibit distilled into sound — the perfect after-hours backdrop.
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