Take note of our special hours: ✨ Wed, Dec 24 • Open 10 am–4 pm 🎄 Thu, Dec 25 • Closed 🎁 Fri, Dec 26 • Open 10 am–5:30 pm 🌟 Sat, Dec 27–Mon, Dec 29: Light Up the Dark hours • 10 am–9 pm ❄️ Tue, Dec 30 • Open 10 am–5:30 pm 🎆 Wed, Dec 31 • Open 10 am–4 pm Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/visit

Looking for a thoughtful, last-minute gift? Give something that can be enjoyed long after the holidays: a Museum workshop. Visit agakhanmuseum.org/winterworkshops — #AgaKhanMuseum #MuseumWorkshops #GiftExperiences #ArtsAndCulture #TorontoEvents

The Blue Qur’an — one of the most significant works in our Collections — is now on view at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, as part of the exhibition Sea of Ink, Forest of Pens: The Art of the Qurʾan in the Hossein Afshar Collection. On view until May 2026 at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

A friendly reminder that the Museum will be closed on Saturday, December 6, for a private event. We look forward to welcoming you back on Sunday at 10:30 am. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org — Photo: Raheel Azim #AgaKhanMuseum #TorontoMuseums #TorontoEvents #ArtAndCulture #TorontoWeekends

Every Wed, Sat, and Sun, enjoy free TD Pop-Up Performances that bring the sounds of the season to life. From vibrant rhythms to soulful melodies, each performance adds a new note to your visit. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org — TD Pop-Up Performances are sponsored by @td-bank.bsky.social.

We’re honoured to share that the Museum and the @onsciencecentre.bsky.social have received the 2025 Galeries Ontario / Ontario Galleries (GOG) Key Partnership Award for our collaborative program Illuminating Minds: The Art and Science of Light. 🧵⬇️

Please note that the Museum will be closed on Saturday, December 6, for a private event. We look forward to welcoming you back on Sunday at 10:30 am for a day filled with art, culture, and inspiration. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org — Photo: Salima Kassam #AgaKhanMuseum #TorontoMuseums

Across centuries, play has been more than entertainment — a language of imagination and connection. From the earliest board games carved in stone to contemporary art reimagining the spirit of competition, Game On! invites visitors to see games as reflections of what it means to be human.

Plan your #LightUptheDark experience. From December 27 to 29, enjoy free programming, complimentary admission to the Museum Collections Gallery, and $10 access to As the Sun Appears from Beyond. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/lutd2025 — #TorontoEvents #TorontoHoliday #HolidayEvents

Some of our favourite moments from As the Sun Appears from Beyond: Twenty Years of the Al Burda Award. If you haven’t seen it yet — or wish to experience it again — plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/asthesunappears #AgaKhanMuseum #AsTheSunAppearsFromBeyond #ArtExhibition #TorontoEvents

Ever wondered where the Museum’s knot symbol comes from? 💡 It’s inspired by this 10th-century bowl that shows an eight-pointed star at the centre and Arabic calligraphy that reads: “Generosity is the disposition of the dwellers of Paradise” around the rim. Spot this bowl in the Bellerive Room.

Stay connected to art, stories, and experiences that inspire. ✨ Sign up for the Museum's newsletter and get updates on exhibitions, performances, programs, and special events delivered straight to your inbox. Visit agakhanmuseum.org/museumnewsletter to subscribe. — #AgaKhanMuseum #MuseumNewsletter

Last call to experience #Flamenco Reimagined! 💃 Starting tomorrow, the Museum will pulse with the rhythm of flamenco for the 11th Annual #DuendeInternationalFlamencoFestival. Few tickets left at agakhanmuseum.org/duende2025 #AgaKhanMuseum #FlamencoToronto #PerformingArts #TorontoEvents

Make your week brighter with #BMOFreeWednesdays at the Museum. Enjoy free admission from 4 to 8 pm every Wednesday, and explore art, history, and connection, courtesy of BMO. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org. — #AgaKhanMuseum #TorontoMuseums #ArtAndCulture #TorontoEvents

Math is everywhere 🤩 Where are you learning today? Our global community 🌱geometry shapes 🌱patterns 🌱figural/animals 🌱calligraphy @agakhanmuseum.org @tdsb.on.ca

Low ticket alert 🚨 Tickets to the Duende International Flamenco Festival are selling fast. See the line up and purchase tickets at agakhanmuseum.org/duende2025 — #AgaKhanMuseum #FlamencoReimagined #FlamencoMadeInCanada #FlamencoToronto #PerformingArts #TorontoEvents #LivePerformance #FlamencoArt

Spotted something familiar in episode 3 of Top Chef Canada? 👀 Did you watch the episode? Let us know if you recognized the Museum right away! — #AgaKhanMuseum #TopChefCanada #CulinaryCompetition #TorontoArchitecture #BocuseDor #DesignThatInspires #CulturalSpaces #TorontoMuseums

Save the Date: Light Up the Dark is back on December 27–29. ✨ Join us for three vibrant nights of light and artistry. Watch the Museum’s façade transform through projections by students and graduates from OCAD University’s Experimental Animation program. Learn more at agakhanmuseum.org/lutd2024

In #AlterEgo, artists Alfonso Losa and Paula Comitre summon their alter egos in a magnetic duet where every gesture becomes both confession and challenge. 🗓️ Sunday, November 23 Book tickets at agakhanmuseum.org/alterego #AgaKhanMuseum #FlamencoReimagined #FlamencoToronto #CulturalDialogue

We’re honoured to share that the Museum has been named Attraction of the Year 2025 by Attractions Ontario through the Ontario’s Choice Awards. ✨ Thank you to everyone who voted. Your continued support inspires us to keep sharing stories and connecting cultures through the arts. — Photo: Aly Manji

Thanks to BMO, admission to the Museum is free every Wednesday evening from 4 to 8 pm. Wander through thought-provoking exhibitions, explore the Museum's architecture, or take a moment in a space that invites reflection and inspiration.⁣ ⁣ agakhanmuseum.org/whatson — ⁣Photo: Janet Kimber

RU’YA — led by Gordon Grdina with Ghalia Benali & an all-star ensemble — fuses jazz, Persian classical, and Arabic maqam into a poetic soundscape that transcends borders. 🌍🎶 📅 Nov 1 | 8 pm 🎟️ From $45 | Includes Museum admission 🔗 agakhanmuseum.org/ruya #AgaKhanMuseum #WorldMusic #TorontoEvents

Flamenco masterclasses! 💃 Part of the Duende International Flamenco Festival, learn from world-renowned artists — Eva Yerbabuena, Alfonso Cid & Guillermo Guillén, José Manuel Álvarez, and Alfonso Losa. 📅 Nov 18, 19, 22 & 23 🎟️ $65/class | $200/all 🔗 agakhanmuseum.org/duendemasterclasses

Celebrate the fall at the Aga Khan Park's Fall Fest! Enjoy live performances, family activities, crafts, games, food trucks, and a few surprises along the way. 🗓️ Sun, Oct 19 🎟️ FREE Learn more: agakhanpark.org/events #AgaKhanPark #AgaKhanMuseum #FallFest #TorontoEvents #FamilyFun

Today, we celebrate the birthday of His Highness Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V. We extend our warmest wishes and gratitude for his continued commitment to fostering understanding, harmony, and progress across cultures. — Photo: @akdn.bsky.social

We didn't say it — Ali S. did. 😃 Visit the Museum today and see it for yourself. Admission is free from 4 to 8 pm, thanks to #BMOFreeWednesdays. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/visit — #AgaKhanMuseum #TorontoMuseums #ArtAndCulture #TorontoArt

World-renowned composer Ross Daly and lira virtuoso Kelly Thoma join the Labyrinth Ensemble on Sat, Nov 8, for an evening of modal music. 🗓️ Saturday, November 8 🎟️ From $45 • Includes same-day Museum admission Book now at agakhanmuseum.org/dalyandthoma — Co-presented with Labyrinth Ontario.

Nuit Blanche is tonight! ✨ If the Blue Jays game has the city buzzing, slip away from the downtown chaos and enjoy a night surrounded by art, music, and poetry instead. Visit agakhanmuseum.org/nuitblanche to see the full schedule. — #AgaKhanMuseum #NBTO2025 #NuitBlancheToronto #TorontoArt

Heading to the Canadian International Council's Couchiching Conference today, hosted at @agakhanmuseum.org! So excited to engage in critical topics: AI, the future of multilateral institutions, Arctic security and sovereignty, and cultural security in an era of social media and foreign interference!

Nuit Blanche is just around the corner — we look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable night of art, music, and poetry at the Museum. Learn more at agakhanmuseum.org/nuitblanche #AgaKhanMuseum #NuitBlancheTO #TorontoArts

⚠️ Due to unforeseen circumstances, Yahya Abdallah Hussein will no longer perform this Saturday, September 27. We are delighted to welcome Tara Moneka, whose cross-cultural sound will join Tawhida Tanya Evanson for an evening of music and poetry. Ticketholders will be contacted with further details.

Today marks 11 years since the Museum opened its doors to the public for the first time. As we close the chapter on our 10th anniversary celebrations, we look ahead with gratitude and anticipation for all that is to come. 🧵⬇️

The Museum is honoured to share that we have been named Top Museum/Art Gallery at the #OntariosChoiceAwards! 🏆 Thank you to everyone who cast their vote and supported us. This recognition is a testament to our mandate: to connect cultures through the arts and to spark wonder and inspiration.

What a visit to the Museum looks like — inspiring, breathtaking, and unforgettable. See what's on and plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org  — #AgaKhanMuseum #TorontoArts #TorontoCulture #MuseumDay #ArtAndCulture #TorontoExhibitions #TorontoMuseums #CulturalExperience

Nuit Blanche is only a few weeks away, and we can't wait to welcome you! Experience the Circle of Sound, a glowing dome where poetry and music surround you from every direction, led by JUNO-winning producer Justin Gray, with Toronto musicians. 🗓️ Oct 4 🎟️ FREE agakhanmuseum.org/nuitblanche2025

What a year it has been! Since last September, we’ve marked the Museum’s 10th anniversary with unforgettable moments. Thank you for celebrating with us! — #AgaKhanMuseum #AgaKhanMuseum10Years #TorontoArts #ConnectingCultures

The Glenn Gould Foundation presents The Promise of Music, a celebration featuring performances across Toronto. The Museum is proud to host four events showcasing extraordinary stories and artists. Visit agakhanmuseum.org/promiseofmusic to see the full schedule and learn more about tickets.

On Sunday, September 14, the Tessera Collective takes the stage in the culmination of the Intercultural and Creative Music Fellowship. 🗓️ Sunday, September 14 🎟️ From $10 Visit agakhanmuseum.org/Tessera to buy tickets. #TorontoMusic #LiveMusicToronto #TorontoEvents #TorontoCulture #TorontoConcerts

The Museum is open today from 10 am to 5:30 pm for Labour Day! Bring the whole family for a day of art and culture, a free TD Pop-Up Performance by Indonesian multidisciplinary artist Arma Dharma, and special activities throughout the day. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/visit

Mark your calendars! From November 16–23, the Museum presents the 11th edition of the Duende International Flamenco Festival: #FlamencoReimagined — a fresh look at an art form shaped by centuries of cultural exchange. 💃 More details coming soon. — #AgaKhanMuseum #DuendeFlamenco #TorontoArts

Experience a powerful evening where music and poetry converge in contemporary expression. Poet Tawhida Tanya Evanson premieres her newest ghazals in English, and Yahya Hussein Abdallah offers a performance shaped by our newest exhibition. 🗓️ Saturday, September 27 ▶️ agakhanmuseum.org/verseandvoice

Nuit Blanche is back on October 4! 🌕 Enjoy extended gallery hours until 2 am with free admission. Visit agakhanmuseum.org/NuitBlanche to learn more. — #AgaKhanMuseum #NuitBlancheTO #TorontoArts #TorontoMuseums #TranslatingTheCity

We're proud to share that Dr Ulrike Al-Khamis, Director and CEO of the Aga Khan Museum, will speak at the Victoria Forum 2025 in Victoria, BC — an international gathering co-hosted by the Senate of Canada and the University of Victoria. 📍 Royal BC Museum 📅 August 25, 2025 🔗 www.VictoriaForum.ca

Tap into savings with your PRESTO card. On your next visit, show it at the Farida & Ally Esmail & Family Guest Services Centre to enjoy 20% off regular admission and 10% off at the Shop. Visit agakhanmuseum.org to learn more. — Please have supporting identification for verification upon arrival.

Next Tuesday, August 19, enjoy a summer evening under the stars with an open-air screening of Inside Out 2 in the Aga Khan Park. The popcorn is on us! 🍿 🎟️ Free Visit agakhanpark.org/events to learn more. — Photo: Amir Hemraj #AgaKhanPark #MovieNight #SummerNight #ArtAndCulture #TorontoEvents

Escape to a world of art, culture, and connection. ✨ Thanks to BMO, admission to all Museum galleries is free every Wednesday from 4 to 8 pm. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/visit — Photo: Connie Tsang #BMOFreeWednesdays #AgaKhanMuseum #TorontoArts #IdeasWorthExploring #TorontoMuseums

What does Islamic art look like in the 21st century? As the Sun Appears from Beyond brings together bold, contemporary works from past winners of the Al Burda Award — artists who are pushing boundaries while honouring centuries of tradition. Plan your visit at agakhanmuseum.org/asthesunappears

Curious minds, welcome. Explore a selection of online courses and workshops where you can explore rich stories, artistic traditions, and cultural insights at your own pace. Visit agakhanmuseum.org/workshops — #AgaKhanMuseum #ArtWokrshops #ArtCourses #IslamicArt #ArtEducation #OnlineLearning

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Weston family during this time of mourning. — Photo: Hilary and Galen Weston in the Bellerive Room during the Aga Khan Museum’s Lapis Ball. Tom Sandler, 2017

August brings a fresh lineup of TD Pop-Up Performers to the Museum! 🎶 Experience free live music and art performances every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the month. See the lineup and visit agakhanmuseum.org/TDPopUp to learn more. — #TDPop-UpPerformances are sponsored by TD Bank Group