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 Sunderland
Sunderland Minster is hosting Sunderland’s first Candlelight tributes this season. The venue will completely transform as the glow of thousands of flickering candles envelop the stunning spaces.
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
The magical Candlelight series presents an enchanting tribute to two of the most iconic bands of the 20th century, British band Queen and the Swedish supergroup ABBA. Ever since their debut in the early ’70s, the larger-than-life bands have enamored fans all around the world with their anthemic and sometimes melodramatic songs and flair for showmanship. From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to ‘Dancing Queen‘, their biggest hits have become staples of the rock and pop genres and have heavily influenced countless artists over the past 50 years.
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
Coldplay and Imagine Dragons are going head-to-head at this unforgettable Candlelight tribute concert that combines the very best songs of both bands for an extraordinary evening of pop-rock bliss. Having broken countless streaming, touring, and sales records over the years, they’ve been competing for the title of the most successful band of the 21st century for some time.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts
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.