Looking for a magical experience inside a museum? Look no further! You can’t miss MUDE’s lantern night.
This Friday, August 15, the Museo del Desierto(MUDE) will transform itself to offer you a unique nighttime experience: its famous Lantern Night.
Dare to walk through its rooms illuminated only with the light of a flashlight, among dinosaurs, fossils and atmospheres specially designed to surprise.

If you are traveling from Monterrey, getting to the MUDE in Saltillo is quite easy: it is approximately 89 km and takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes by car. This makes the event a perfect getaway for a cultural afternoon and evening, with no lodging plans.
Tours start every 10 minutes between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., lasting approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Tickets cost $125 pesos per person, there will be no sale on the day of the event, and it is essential to purchase them in advance at the museum’s ticket office (Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
It is important to know that when purchasing, you must register the time of your tour, since your pass will be valid only during those specific hours.
Recommendations for the MUDE’s Night of Lanterns

- Arrive 10 minutes before the assigned time.
- Bring your own flashlight; it is essential for the tour.
- Remember that children from 0 to 2 years old are free.
- Space is limited, so reserve in advance to ensure your place.
The Night of Lanterns at MUDE is not just another visit to the museum: it’s an opportunity to rediscover the fascination of science and nature under the twilight and directed light. Ideal for families, couples or groups of friends looking for a different and memorable plan this summer.
And if you’re coming from Monterrey, the one-hour drive makes this event fully accessible as an evening experience that combines culture, adventure and fun.