With its sea of candles, exceptionally-talented musicians, and wide-ranging selection of concerts, the Candlelight series enchants and enthralls audiences all year round. Get ready for unforgettable live-music performances, including the timeless composer Tchaikovsky.
Taking place at the stunning Hobart Town Hall, be prepared to be enchanted by breathtaking music and a gorgeously lit venue. Whether you go on your own, with a mate, a group of friends, or a special someone, there’s a Candlelight concert to entertain everybody. Take a look below to see what’s coming up and which Candlelight concert will move you next.
Featured Candlelight Concert
Candlelight: Best of Chopin
Chopin is regarded as one of the most talented and esteemed pianists to have ever worked the keys. In fact, his innovative works have enchanted audiences for centuries and have become staples of classical music. This December, the talented pianist Van-Anh Nguyen will be working their magic on compositions such as “Nocturne Op. 9 No. 1 in B flat minor”, “Nocturne Op. 9 No. 2 in E flat major” and more while surrounded by a sea of twinkling candles.
Candlelight: Holiday Special feat. The Nutcracker and More
As we inch closer and closer to the festive season, it’s time to get your holiday plans in order. This December, why not add an enchanting Candlelight concert inspired by the magic of Christmas to your festive plans? Solo pianist Van-Anh Nguyen will be performing the mesmerizing compositions in Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker as well as other iconic holiday classics to help ignite your Christmas spirit.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Hobart
Candlelight Information
The atmosphere of hundreds of candles is a wondrous spectacle that amplifies the live-music experience. And, for the length of the 60-65 minute performance, the candle-music combo creates a parallel realm where audiences are carried away by each and every note played.
So far, Hobart’s sensational Candlelight concerts have lent their gentle glow to Vivaldi, Hans Zimmer, Joe Hisaishi and a selection of Christmas classics. However, this year sees Candlelight expand on its Tasmanian program to now include tributes to rock legends and pop icons.
Intimate and extraordinary atmospheres will continue to be created at some of the city’s most beautiful and unique venues, but one of the recurring questions regarding Candlelight is, What do you wear to Candlelight?
The simple answer is that Candlelight has no dress code and there is no obligation to dress up in your finest attire—it’s not the opera. However, to save you from any drama, then think smart-casual with an emphasis on being comfortable, clean and relaxed.
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Hobart. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“Brilliant concert. The arrangements were fantastic and I found myself wanting to dance along to a couple of numbers. The candles made the whole evening feel magical.”
“Wonderful performance and great pieces to hear played with such energy.”
“Another sensational show. Loved it.”
Give the Gift of Candlelight
The Candlelight gift card is the gift of a candlelit, live-music experience. They’re immensely popular and are capable of captivating all thanks to the broad range of genres that Candlelight celebrates. Whether the gift card is for a mate, a date, or for the family, they’ll be sure to find a concert that shines bright and catches their eye now or in the near future.
Candlelight Gift Card
Typically, there are two Candlelight concerts every evening, an early and a later session, which gives audiences ample choice and opportunity to experience music by Candlelight the way they would like to. It also gives audiences plenty of time to go out for dinner before or after and make the night an even more memorable experience.
With tickets for as little as $40 depending on the concert seating, Candlelight is a night out that almost everybody will enjoy. Those that don’t, aren’t big fans of music or candles.
Please note: For the safety of performers and the audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.