Candlelight continues to illuminate Sydney with its signature sea of candles. Talented musicians are taking to candlelit stages to perform classical twists on legendary songs by the likes of Queen, Taylor Swift, and Rod Stewart. Rediscover some of your favourite music while sitting surrounded by countless candles at an intimate Candlelight concert.
The Candlelight series is coming to illuminate some of the city’s stunning venues such as the Sydney Masonic Centre and St. Stephen’s Uniting Church. Take a look below to see what’s coming up and which Candlelight concert will move you this season.
What’s more, if you’re looking for a unique gift for an upcoming birthday celebration or holiday, look to a Candlelight gift card for the perfect present for any occasion.
Featured Candlelight concerts in Sydney
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
Hear Coldplay like never before at a Candlelight tribute in the serene Sydney Masonic Centre. As the string quartet takes the stage with violin, viola, and cello, iconic Coldplay classics like “The Scientist”, “Clocks”, and “Paradise” will be brought to life under the gentle glow of candlelight. These iconic anthems transcend time, appealing to audiences of all ages.
Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
For anime fans, Candlelight is bringing some of Joe Hisaishi’s best pieces to a splendid venue in Sydney. The heavenly Sydney Masonic Centre is lighting up with the gentle glow of a sea of candles for a celebration of music from the likes of Spirited Away, My Neighbour Totoro, and Princess Mononoke. Simply sit back and unwind to the soothing sound of Hisaishi’s powerful works.
Candlelight Junior: Music for Kids and Adults
Candlelight will transport you and your little ones to the screen with a powerful tribute to some of the best film soundtracks. Rediscover music brought to you by musicians of talented musicians. “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from Toy Story, “A Whole New World” from Aladdin, and Pinnochio’s “When You Wish Upon a Star” are just some of the tunes featured in the programme for this spectacular performance.
All upcoming Candlelight concerts in Sydney
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, thousands of candles have lent their gentle glow to Sydney’s sensational Candlelight concerts and the greatest works of classical music as well as legendary jazz, rock, pop and film classics have been performed in the flickering light.
Intimate and extraordinary atmospheres will continue to be created at some of the city’s most beautiful and unique venues, including The Concourse, the heritage-listed venue at the Grounds of Alexandria, the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace, the nave of St Stephen’s Uniting Church and the architecturally significant Sydney Masonic Centre, among others. There are more to come so watch this space.
A recurring question 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 Sydney. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“I wouldn’t change a thing. It was my first time and both my friend and I are ready to book our next one.” – Tribute to Taylor Swift at the SMC
“Awesome! Love interactions with audiences and little jokes😄” – Best of Anime Soundtracks
“Fantastic. The musicians did great justice to the music of Queen.” – A Tribute to Queen
“LOOOOVED IT!!!!” – A Tribute to Lana del Rey
“Great performance! The conductor was a great personality on the night explaining the context of each song and occasionally adding personal anecdotes too! Great night!” – Candlelight Orchestra: Best of Hans Zimmer
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.
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 more of a memorable experience.
Whether on your own, with a mate, a group of friends, or a special someone, guests will be captivated by these spectacular performances.
With tickets for as little as $30 depending on the concert, 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.