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 as well as Studio Ghibli musical maestro Joe Hisaishi.
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 Victoria
Illuminated by thousands of twinkling candles, Christ Church Cathedral will be hosting this series of enchanting Candlelight concerts. Talented musicians will take to the stage inside this historic venue to dazzle audiences with stunning renditions of iconic music by contemporary and classical music stars.
Candlelight Spring: Coldplay & 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.
Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA
Dig out the bell bottoms, platform shoes, and blue Lycra leotards and escape into the world of glitter! Candlelight pays tribute to the incredible work of one of the most influential bands in pop music: the Swedish supergroup ABBA.
After winning Eurovision in 1974 with the song ‘Waterloo’, the band quickly gained worldwide fame, and we probably all know the rest of the story. Their catchy songs talk about hope and optimism, love and heartbreak, and even touch on political themes from those times; the melodies are cheerful and at times melodramatic, and the rhythms are inventive and unexpected.
Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Adele
Feel the power and emotion of Adele’s music as you bask in the warm glow of thousands of candles. With her most iconic hits, including “Rolling in the Deep” and “Hello”, the concert hall transforms into a sanctuary of magic and raw emotions. This spectacular tribute, dedicated to one of the world’s most renowned singers, promises an unforgettable evening that captures the essence of Adele’s timeless artistry.
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.