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 Evansville
As talented musicians perform stunning renditions of iconic songs, the historic Saint Benedict Cathedral will be lighting up with the glow of thousands of candles to set the scene for these unforgettable concerts.
Candlelight venue in Evansville
Saint Benedict Cathedral
Since 1912, Saint Benedict Cathedral has stood proudly in Evansville as a striking example of Neoclassical architecture. A gorgeous baldachin drapes over the church’s grand alter made primarily out of Italian marble, but the elegance doesn’t just stop at the chancel. From sunrise to sunset, large stained glass windows produced by the renowned Settler Art Glass Company of Munich allow sunlight to shine through them, and towering marble pillars line up alongside the rows of recently refurbished pews that sit over 1000 people.
When night begins to fall, the historic Saint Benedict Cathedral also sets the scene for this series of enchanting concerts by Candlelight. Illuminated by thousands of twinkling candles, the cathedral’s beautiful interiors, religious sculptures and intricate tapestries can be admired in a whole new light. Immerse yourself in the magic of these spellbinding candlelit concerts inside a remarkable Evansville setting that boasts a spot on the prestigious National Register of Historic Places.
All upcoming Candlelight concerts in Evansville
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.