These enchanting candlelit concerts, celebrated worldwide, span the realms of timeless compositions, contemporary artist performances, and special seasonal events, promising a diverse and captivating musical journey for all attendees. From tributes to Taylor Swift and Queen to Vivaldi and Joe Hisaishi, there is something for every interest.
This season, you can experience events like no other at gorgeous Candlelight venues in Derry, including St. Columb’s Cathedral. Within the historic walls of this stunning cathedral, music meets thousands of flickering candles, creating an incomparable atmosphere.
So, why not celebrate with a Candlelight concert? Birthdays, Christmas, Valentine’s Day – it’s a constant battle to keep up with gifts and occasions but with Candlelight it isn’t. Give the gift of a stunning performance and the recipient can choose an event that suits them. Simple and so thoughtful!
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Sometimes choosing between one concert or the other can be difficult, so Candlelight is bringing an epic mash-up of Queen and ABBA’s most iconic hits to Derry. Both groups are known for their theatrical performances and both helped to redefine the musical landscape of modern music. Hear a mix of some of their most beloved songs, including “Dancing Queen”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, Super Trouper” and “Don’t Stop Me Now” at St Columb’s Cathedral.
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Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Derry. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!
“Such a wonderful evening, excellent musicians.”
“Lovely atmosphere, amazing artists… very talented. Was lovely and warm inside and the candles everywhere was gorgeous. Well organized with helpful and friendly staff at the door. Thank you. Can highly recommend it for an evening out.”
“Amazing experience once again, absolutely brilliant.”
Don’t miss out on elevating the musical experience to new, dreamy heights. The sight of thousands of flickering candles is a wondrous spectacle bathing Derry’s most stunning venues. Go on a musical journey while you sit back and savour the stunning atmosphere that surrounds you!
The Candlelight series takes place twice each night with two back-to-back 60-minute performances and doors will open an hour prior to each show.
Note that for the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.