The weather is warming up, Eastern redbud blossoms and magnolia blooms are adorning the city and the upcoming Candlelight concerts in Detroit are adding more shows this season. Music by the likes of Vivaldi, Mozart, Queen and Adele is performed by a string quartet or a solo pianist in a space illuminated by thousands of candles, and the result is simply breathtaking.
Enchanting concerts will take place at Candlelight venues in Detroit, including the 100-year-old Crystal Ballroom at The Masonic Temple and historic Sanctuary Church Birmingham. All of these unique venues are made more mesmerizing with a sea of candles surrounding the talented musicians.
Give the gift of live music by candlelight with a Candlelight gift card. It makes for the perfect present to treat your bestie, family member, or that special someone.
Featured Candlelight Concerts
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac on Strings
‘Go Your Own Way’ with this Candlelight tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Hear songs like ‘Rhiannon’, ‘Landslide’, ‘Dreams’ and ‘The Chain’, plus more. All of these incredible tracks will be played by a talented string quartet by candlelight. What a way to enjoy Fleetwood Mac!
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
This Candlelight tribute invites every die-hard Coldplay fan and music lover to experience the songs of one of the most influential bands in the world in a new light. Performed live by first-rate musicians of a string quartet, you can enjoy “Clocks”, “A Sky Full of Stars”, “Yellow”, and more, with a classical twist at The Detroit Masonic Temple. Add a sea of candles that sway to the English band’s timeless tunes and you’ve got an enchanting evening you won’t forget any time soon.
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
These two bands didn’t just make music—they changed it forever. With their innovation in songwriting and infectious energy, they stole the hearts of millions across the world. This epic Candlelight tribute at the Sanctuary Church Birmingham will honor two of the most successful bands in the world and recreate their most beloved hits, including “Here Comes The Sun”, “Come Together”, “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Radio Gaga”.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Detroit
Candlelight Reviews
The Candlelight series has been met by countless 5-star reviews since arriving to Detroit. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“Another great performance! These concerts never disappoint!” – 90s Unplugged on Strings
“Fantastic!! One of the best and most unique shows we have ever seen. Cozy, intimate, and warm atmosphere with amazing music and fun crowd. Can’t wait for the next one!” – A Tribute to Coldplay
“Lovely evening. Musicians were so talented and personable!” – Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
“It was such a great experience from the hosts at the door to the performance. I look forward to attending another show in the future. Great Job!” – Tribute to Beyoncé
“This is the 3rd time we have attended and just love it. We took our 8 and 12 year old and they loved it too.” – Classic Rock on Strings
With classics echoing through elegant venues and countless flickering candles illuminating each unique space, these concerts are definitely worth seeing.
The Detroit Candlelight concerts will present classical renditions of contemporary music and movie soundtracks over the course of 60-65 mesmerizing minutes. These concerts are even lighting up venues in cities near Detroit like Grand Rapids and Traverse City too.
Please note that for the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.