From a Spanish Revival theater near Comerica Park to a 1920s limestone church with gargoyles, Candlelight concerts are transforming these atmospheric Detroit venues

The Detroit Masonic Temple stands as the world’s largest Masonic temple, boasting 16 floors, over 1,000 rooms, and stunning neo-gothic architecture. Ornate plasterwork, grand ballrooms, and lavish theaters provide a dramatic setting for Candlelight concerts at The Detroit Masonic Temple, offering live music in the Cass Park neighborhood. Located near Midtown’s cultural attractions and just a short walk from the M-1 (QLINE) Canfield Street station.

The Detroit Masonic Temple is located at 500 Temple Street, Detroit.

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Sanctuary Church Birmingham, dedicated in 1929, showcases English Gothic architecture with Indiana limestone, classic stone details, and distinctive gargoyles over its entrance. Candlelight concerts at Sanctuary Church Birmingham provide live music in downtown Birmingham, just steps from the Emagine Palladium and Birmingham 8 theaters, and are easily accessible by SMART bus lines along Woodward Avenue. The setting offers vaulted ceilings and ornate stained glass, blending craftsmanship and community for an unforgettable musical experience.

Sanctuary Church Birmingham is located at 300 Willits Street, Birmingham.

The War Memorial, set on the historic 1910 Alger estate in Grosse Pointe Farms, offers breathtaking views of Lake St. Clair, elegant ballrooms, and meticulously landscaped grounds. Candlelight concerts at The War Memorial fill the lakeside venue with live music in Grosse Pointe, just a short drive from downtown Detroit and close to local landmarks like Pier Park and the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, with nearby SMART bus service along Lakeshore Road.

The War Memorial is located at 32 Lake Shore Drive, Detroit.

Gothic Revival architecture and stained-glass windows, including two by Tiffany, give Candlelight concerts at Christ Church Detroit a distinctive historic setting. For listeners seeking live music in Downtown Detroit, this Episcopal church pairs architectural character with a location close to the Detroit RiverWalk and about half a mile east of the Renaissance Center.

Christ Church Detroit is located at 960 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood.

Spanish Revival and Arts & Crafts details give Candlelight concerts at Gem Theatre Detroit a richly textured backdrop, with ornate interiors, intimate lounges and garden patios adding to the historic complex’s character. For audiences seeking live music in Downtown Detroit, its location near Comerica Park and Ford Field places the evening within the city’s lively sports and entertainment landscape.

Gem Theatre Detroit is located at 333 Madison Street, Detroit, in the Downtown Detroit neighborhood.

Candlelight has garnered five-star reviews from across the world. Here are a few from Detroit:

Orchestra Hall at the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center: a 2,014-seat historic venue acclaimed for its world-class acoustics, art deco flourishes, and broad programming, from Detroit Symphony Orchestra concerts to jazz, pops, and lectures.

Detroit Opera House: a 2,700-seat Beaux Arts masterpiece featuring an ornately detailed auditorium, grand lobbies, and a versatile stage, presenting opera, ballet, Broadway touring shows, and special galas.

Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts: an elegant 1,731-seat theater with classic red velvet interiors and a Moorish-inspired façade, hosting everything from chamber music to jazz, dance, spoken word, and community festivals.