Calgarians won’t want to wait long to snag their tickets to a festive holiday Candlelight concert. These Christmas-themed performance are illuminating some of Calgary’s finest venues and invite merry souls to immerse themselves in takes on traditional carols, festive notes, and more. Have a “holly jolly Christmas” this year by candlelight.
From Christmas carols to smooth holiday jazz, these timeless melodies and lyrics capture the essence of the holiday spirit and we can’t celebrate the season without them! These sensational performances are set to take place at various stunning spaces, including The Lantern Community Church, Grace Presbyterian Church and The Commons at ATCO Park. There’s no better way than coming together and hearing these holiday staples in a magical atmosphere created by classically trained musicians and the warm glow of thousands of flickering candles.
Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More
If you’re looking for something a bit more classic, Candlelight is also bringing some of your favourite holiday staples to Calgary this holiday season. The setlist includes nostalgic carols like “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”, “The First Noël” and “Deck the Halls”, as well as one of the most iconic Tchaikovsky compositions of all time, namely “The Nutcracker”. With its captivating blend of enchanting storytelling and timeless music, it transports audiences to a magical realm, offering a delightful escape into the spirit of the season.
What’s more, with three separate shows taking place at sensational spaces such as The Commons at ATCO Park, the historic Grace Presbyterian Church and the heavenly Lantern Community Church, you can choose whichever concert suits you best.
Candlelight Jazz Christmas Classics
Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz classics this Christmas at Grace Presbyterian Church. The talented Malcolm Aiken Quartet along with a vocalist will perform some of the most quintessential holiday tracks with the soft and upbeat bops of jazz. “Let It Snow”, “Holly Jolly Christmas”, and “Santa Baby” are some of the popular songs being reimagined at this concert bathed in the glow of countless candles. You’ll be getting hints of all things Bublé during the festive performance wishing you and yours “a merry little Christmas”.
The holidays hold a special place in our hearts and this year, you can spend the festive season with your loved ones listening to nostalgic and timeless songs. Taking place at several stunning venues across the city, these Candlelight concerts bring the sentiments of togetherness, joy and celebration that define the holiday season.