Forget typical concert halls: Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver Academy of Music and Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church are transforming under thousands of flickering candles

Christ Church Cathedral, a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture completed in 1894, is Vancouver’s oldest surviving church and a cherished heritage landmark. Its soaring spires, intricate stained glass, and spacious interior create superb acoustics that enhance the intimate atmosphere of Candlelight concerts at this historic downtown venue. Located at the prominent intersection of Burrard and West Georgia streets, it is easily accessible by SkyTrain with Burrard Station just a 12-minute walk, making it a captivating choice for experiencing live music in Vancouver’s bustling core.

Learn more about Christ Church Cathedral here.

Christ Church Cathedral is located at 690 Burrard Street, Vancouver.

Designed by renowned architect J. Francis Brown, this space is truly special. The sanctuary is adorned with beautiful stained-glass windows that depict biblical scenes and are among the most striking features of the building. Located in Vancouver’s Kerrisdale/Shaughnessy neighbourhood, the church also has a one-of-a-kind modern asymmetrical pipe organ, which adds to the charm and atmosphere of the church, making it the perfect location for intimate Candlelight concerts.

Discover the heavenly Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church here.

Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church is located at 2733 West 41st Ave, Vancouver.

Nestled in scenic Vanier Park, Candlelight concerts at Vancouver Academy of Music pair live music in Vanier Park with refined acoustics and a warm, intimate atmosphere. Just minutes from the Museum of Vancouver, the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre and Granville Island, the venue sits close to downtown while overlooking Vancouver’s waterfront. Its peaceful setting and elegant recital hall create a memorable backdrop where music and architecture come together beneath the glow of candlelight.

Vancouver Academy of Music is located at 1270 Chestnut Street, Vanier Park, Vancouver.

In the heart of Gastown, Candlelight concerts at SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts bring live music in Gastown to a contemporary venue surrounded by Vancouver’s historic streets. A short walk from Waterfront Station, Canada Place and the Vancouver Lookout, the centre sits at the crossroads of the city’s cultural and waterfront districts, making it easy to explore before or after a performance. Its modern performance spaces and striking architecture create an inviting setting where music and atmosphere meet beneath the glow of candlelight.

SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts is located at 149 West Hastings Street, Gastown, Vancouver.

Chan Centre for the Performing Arts: hosts solo piano recitals and orchestral concerts inside its 1400-seat venue.

Orpheum: a historic auditorium in downtown Vancouver that’s home to Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.

Vancouver Playhouse: an intimate 668-seat theatre that hosts piano shows and chamber music performances.