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 Durham
Candlelight is illuminating Durham Cathedral and Ushaw this season.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
The Candlelight series invites everyone to experience Miss Americana’s chart-topping hits in a new light surrounded by the glow of thousands of flickering candles.
Swifties know Taylor’s poetic lyrics and catchy melodies all too well. From the innocence present in her early works defined by simple harmonies and the Baby Taylor guitar to the synth-pop songs on Midnights, Taylor Swift has wholeheartedly given fans an honest insight into the life of a music icon.
Candlelight: Best of the Beatles
The Beatles are getting a magical tribute by Candlelight inside a soothing candlelit setting in the city this season. Hear a string quartet take on songs like “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds”, “Yesterday”, “With A Little Help From My Friends”, “Hey Jude” and many more of the iconic band’s biggest hits at this enchanting concert dedicated to one of the most famous bands in history.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Ed Sheeran
Experience an unforgettable evening with peformances of the best hits by world-famous British singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran. The Candlelight series is giving “Sheerios” the opportunity to enjoy his music in a unique setting bathed in the glow of soft candlelight and reimagined with perfect acoustics. A talented string quartet is set to put a classical twist on Ed Sheeran’s distinctive hits. Songs like “Shape of you”, “Perfect” and “Photograph” evoke emotions that will fill the candlelit room and create an unforgettable experience.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts
Image: Candlelight concert at Victoria Hall, Geneva
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.