(CNN) — You probably can't afford Beyonce's wardrobe, but you might have a chance at living like Queen Bey thanks to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity from Airbnb. The legendary Paris museum , whose I.M. Pei-designed glass pyramid turns 30 this year, is partnering with Airbnb for a special contest where the winners will be able to spend the night alongside the Mona Lisa and other famous works of art. This time, see the Mona Lisa without having to elbow a hundred other visitors out of the way. Julian Abrams/Airbnb To enter the contest, head to airbnb.com/louvre by April 12, 2019 and answer the question "Why would you be the Mona Lisa's perfect guest?". One winner will be selected, and he or she can bring along a plus-one. The slumber party takes place on April 30. The winning pair won't just get bragging rights. They'll sleep inside a glamorous bright white tent designed to resemble the Louvre's pyramid, in addition to being given a stack of French vinyl records to listen to during the evening. They'll also be treated to an intimate acoustic concert inside the lush velvet-lined chambers that were once home to Napoleon III. Related content Why spring is the best time to visit Paris Also on the night at the museum itinerary: a customized private tour of the museum and dinner and drinks alongside the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. (Thanks to the massive popularity of Jay-Z and Beyonce's "Ape***t" video, which was filmed on location inside the Louvre, there is currently a $34,000 Carter couple-themed tour, just in case you don't win a free one.) The pyramid-inspired tent is inside the actual pyramid designed by I.M. Pei. Julian Abrams/Airbnb Hopefully 2019's contest will have more success than the 2018 edition: Last year, Airbnb's night at the Great Wall of China was canceled following concerns that the slumber party would damage the monument. Airbnb's one-off Experiences program has also given travelers the opportunity to sleep in a Lego house, in a shark aquarium and at New York City's Ellis Island.<doc-sep>Previous Next 1 of 3 Airbnb founder Brian Chesky often refers to whatever the next new thing is as “the thing after,” according to journalist Leigh Gallagher. But this month the monolith startup falls back on its habitual tendency for self-promotion with another weird contest that aims to give the winner a chance to spend a fantastic night inside the famous Louvre museum in Paris. The contest includes drinks in front of the famed portrait the Mona Lisa (it’s super-small, by the way), as chance to chill by the Venus de Milo over dinner, and a dance party (an intimate acoustic concert, actually) in the insanely decadent salon of Napoleon III (that’s the last monarch of France and not the guy who came to a bad end on Saint Helena, for you history buffs). Finally, you get to nod off in an actual frosted pyramid — get this — beneath the iconic pyramid designed by the visionary architect I.M. Pei. The promotion is part of Airbnb’s “Night At” thing, which intrigues guests to stay at a bunch of weird places. Previous “Night Ats” have put guests in aquariums, a LEGO house, and even Dracula’s Castle. This contest coincides with the 30th anniversary of the central pyramid designed by Pei in 1989. “Paris is one of the most attractive cities in the world, and the Louvre is one of the most loved and celebrated institutions in Paris,” said Emmanuel Marill, general manager for Airbnb France in a release. “We are thrilled to partner with them and to offer exciting and unique experiences that will celebrate our community and welcome Parisians and international travelers to rediscover the museum in a new and authentic way.” The lucky winner and their guest will also receive a rare and unique “bespoke tour,” led by one of the institution’s art historians, a curated tour that has previously only been offered to guests like President Barack Obama and VIPs like Beyoncé and Jay-Z. “We know that many people would love the opportunity to wander alone at night through the Louvre, and we want this to be a magical and unforgettable experience,” said Anne-Laure Béatrix, the Louvre’s deputy managing director. “With Airbnb’s partnership, we hope to encourage more people to discover how truly accessible and inspiring the wonders of art can be.” You can enter the contest at Airbnb.com/louvre by 6 p.m. ET on Friday, April 12. You’ll get a free flight to Paris and back as well as free Airbnb stays on April 29th and May 1st, probably at someplace very cool. Editors' Recommendations<doc-sep>If you ever wanted to channel your inner Carter and dance around the Louvre while nobody else is watching, a new Airbnb competition might be for you. To mark 30 years of the Museum's Pyramid entrance, one lucky winner and their plus-one will get to spend a night sleeping inside a Parisian icon. The offer comes as part of Airbnb's new partnership with the Louvre. The prize not only includes the chance to sleep beneath the Pyramid, but it also comes with a private after-hours VIP tour of the museum, including apéritifs before the Mona Lisa, dinner with Venus of Milo, and a concert in Napoleon III's apartments. To be in with a chance to win, all you have to do is head over to Airbnb to answer the question, “Why would you be Mona Lisa’s perfect guest?” The experience, which is hopefully more successful than Airbnb's failed Great Wall of China experience, will take place on April 30. Watch the promo video above and head here for more details.<doc-sep>Airbnb employees posing in front of the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci during a rehearsal for the contest announced today. Photo: Reuters<doc-sep>
You won't want to miss this slumber party of a lifetime with an iconic guest of honor—the one and only Mona Lisa. That's right, Airbnb is partnering with the Louvre to give away a one night stay at the famous museum in Paris, France for one lucky winner and a guest. The makeshift bedroom for two will be located in a small specially made glass pyramid inside of the much-larger pyramid outside the museum. This giveaway is in celebration of the Louvre's 30th anniversary. Julian Abrams "We know that many people would love the opportunity to wander alone at night through the Louvre and we want this to be a magical and unforgettable experience," said Anne-Laure Béatrix, Deputy Managing Director of the Musée du Louvre, in a press release. "With Airbnb’s partnership, we hope to encourage more people to discover how truly accessible and inspiring the wonders of art can be." As the sun sets on the city of romance, the two winners will be able to take a private tour of the Louvre with an art historian, just like the tours previously given to celebs like Barack Obama, Beyoncé, and Jay-Z. Then, they'll be taken into a private pop-up dining room where the Mona Lisa and the statue of Venus of Milo will be waiting to dine with them. Finally, the guests will be treated to an intimate acoustic concert in Napoleon III’s lavish chambers. Julian Abrams To enter, go to airbnb.com/louvre and enter before midnight on April 12th. All you need to do is answer the question, why would you be the Mona Lisa's perfect guest? One winner will be selected, and your night at the museum will take place on April 30th. Follow House Beautiful on Instagram.