Experience your favourite music in a new light at these sensational Candlelight concerts in Calgary at magical locations. The Candlelight series invites everyone to relive the greatest works of classical and modern-day music, from Mozart and Vivaldi to Adele and ABBA, in an intimate atmosphere.
A whole host of Candlelight concerts are coming to some very unique venues in Calgary including the enormous Hangar Flight Museum, local landmark The Lantern Community Church and historic Grace Presbyterian Church. In a space lit only by the glow of hundreds of flickering candles, you will discover sides to great songs you never knew were there.
Featured Candlelight concerts in Calgary
Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA
Known to don flamboyant outfits and to release upbeat and sentimental songs revealing everyday truths, the Swedish supergroup ABBA has gifted us with some seriously catchy hits. And this November, the Candlelight series invites fans to experience ABBA’s music in an entirely new way at The Lantern Community Church. Prepare to be dazzled by classical takes on “Dancing Queen”, “Mamma Mia”, “Waterloo”, and even the Grammy-nominated single “I Still Have Faith in You”.
Candlelight Holiday Specials
With concerts featuring The Nutcracker, jazz Christmas classics, and more, Candlelight is guaranteeing a “holly jolly Chritmas”. Discover some of the festive performances coming to Calgary this winter. Invite your loved ones along for a memorable evening out inspired by traditional carols and moving melodies. Talented musicians are set to illuminate the city with a touch of nostalgia, so don’t miss out on these one-of-a-kind specials wishing you a “Merry Little Christmas”.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Calgary
Candlelight Reviews
The Candlelight series has been met by countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Calgary. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“It was a great concert. The conductor was amazing and the musicians were as well. You could see the joy on their faces as they performed.” – Candlelight Orchestra: A Tribute to Queen
“Beautiful set up, great musicians, great memories from the movie compositions. Perfect night out” – 100 Years of Warner Bros.
“Absolutely amazing!! The musicians are so talented and the songs were so fun, hard not to sing along. Highly recommend to anyone who loves Abba.” – A Tribute to ABBA
“The best night ever! This concert was incredible and such a unique experience!” – A Tribute to Taylor Swift
“Beautiful venue and music that captures the magic of the Studio Ghibli films.” – The Best of Joe Hisaishi
After making the rounds around the biggest cities in the world, Candlelight has come to charm audiences in Calgary with a series of twinkling concerts. There’s something to suit everyone, from tributes to legendary bands and pop icons, to classical music’s most recognizable melodies.
The series takes place twice each night with two back to back 60-65 minute performances. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each show.
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.