In 2025, why not put one of these Candlelight concerts in Helsinki on the top of your to-do list? They’re bursting with magic illuminated by a sea of candles, as classical musicians take to the stage for 60 minutes of live music bliss. Gorgeous tributes to legendary artists and composers like Vivaldi, Mozart, Coldplay and ABBA shine inside some of the city’s most beautiful spaces.
Astoria Klubi and Temppeliaukio Church are just two of the breathtaking venues in Helsinki where you can catch a Candlelight concert. These grand buildings are some of the most iconic in the city, and provide the perfect setting for talented musicians to swoon in as audiences bathe in the warm glow of candlelight.
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Candlelight Valentine’s Day concerts
Temppeliaukio Church will glow this February thanks to this candlelit tribute to iconic love songs led by Bålder Quartet. “I Want to Hold Your Hand”, “Can’t Help Falling in Love” and “Love Theme” from Cinema Paradiso are some of the songs on the evening’s setlist that will come to life under the flicker of candlelight.
Candlelight: Best of Metal on Strings
This season, Candlelight is putting a classical spin on iconic rock hits at this sensational tribute concert. Taking place inside Temppeliaukio Church, this concert will be illuminated by thousands of flickering candles to provide the ambient lighting for the evening, as a string quartet work their magic on songs like “Smoke On The Water”, “Killing In The Name” and “Still Loving You”.
Candlelight: The Best of Coldplay
Coldplay has been entertaining music lovers for some time now. Whether the group is showcasing its almost incomparable showmanship or moving fans with songs like “Fix You” and “Yellow”, Coldplay’s sound is unique. Thanks to the band’s ability to combine a variety of genres such as pop and synth-pop, Coldplay continues to put an extraordinary twist on rock. Listen to “The Scientist”, “Speed of Sound”, “Trouble” and many more at this special tribute performed by a string quartet amid a sea of candles.
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
This tribute concert brings two of the most iconic bands in music history to life through stunning live tributes. Hear Queen’s anthems like ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and ‘Somebody to Love’, while reliving the timeless magic of ABBA’s chart-toppers such as ‘Dancing Queen’ and ‘Mamma Mia’. With the flicker of candlelight creating an intimate and enchanting atmosphere, this unique event offers an unforgettable musical journey.
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Candlelight reviews
“Wonderful atmosphere, and professionally skilled musicians! Thank you.”
“Beautiful music great experience would highly recommend the experience to everyone.”
“Amazing! Unforgettable!”
“Just a beautiful experience❣️🕯️”
“Very beautiful! The Temppeliaukkio church in Helsinki was lovely.”
There’s nothing quite like seeing the city’s most beautiful venue illuminated by thousands of candles as musicians play your favorite music. Helsinki’s Candlelight concerts are perfect for date night with that romantic aura but you can take family, and friends or simply enjoy the music on your own. The world can be busy but you can find peace, excitement, and joy in one of these soul-stirring performances.