In the city’s most enchanting cultural venues, Candlelight celebrates the world’s greatest artists. Unforgettable live music at tribute concerts to pop stars like Taylor Swift and Coldplay or great composers like Vivaldi and Einaudi will transport you to an idyllic oasis of calm that we all need.
What is Candlelight?
Experience the enchanting fusion of thousands of LED candles and the artistry of professionally-trained musicians with the global music series, Candlelight. Beginning with tributes to classical masters like Vivaldi and Mozart, the series continuously evolves to include contemporary icons such as Coldplay, Queen and Taylor Swift.
Special editions for occasions like Valentine’s, summer, and Halloween cater to diverse tastes year-round, promising a Candlelight concert for everyone. No matter your choice, Candlelight creates a unique atmosphere in spectacular venues, making every one truly unforgettable.
Featured Candlelight concerts in Augusta
Built in 1897, the historic Sacred Heart Cultural Center provides the setting for these unforgettable concerts. Hundreds of candles will be illuminating this magnificent venue as the Listeso String Quartet takes to the stage to dazzle audiences with breathtaking live music performed on strings.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
Immerse yourself in a candlelit evening inspired by one of the most successful alternative rock bands in the world. Since releasing their debut album, Parachutes, in 2000, Coldplay has continued to be experimental with their sound and redefine the musical landscape with symphonic hits. Whether you turn to Coldplay for easy listening or are moved by their soulful lyrics and piano-driven melodies, this Candlelight concert is ‘going back to the start’ by taking audiences on a captivating musical journey through some of the highlights from the group’s impressive discography.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen
The magical Candlelight series presents an enchanting evening fit for royalty at this spectacular Queen tribute concert. Ever since their debut in the early ’70s, the larger-than-life rock band has enamored fans all around the world with their anthemic songs, iconic music videos and flair for showmanship. From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to ‘We Will Rock You’, their biggest hits have become staples of the rock and pop genres and have heavily influenced countless artists over the past 50 years.
All Upcoming Candlelight concerts
The wondrous spectacle is a spellbinding experience open to all music lovers. With multiple ticket types and affordable prices, Candlelight is the experience that affords all audiences the pleasure of listening to live music in a new setting.
Doors open 30-45 minutes before the concert start time to also allow audiences the opportunity to bask in the glow of candlelight and take in the atmosphere. Performances also generally take place two or three times per evening, allowing guests the opportunity to grab dinner before or after their concert.