The days have finally grown longer and birds have returned but their songs are not the only thing echoing through the city. The mesmerizing Candlelight concerts in Charleston offer more melodies, more venues and more candles! These classical tributes showcase some of the most influential artists in music history, from Taylor Swift to Coldplay, Vivaldi. Hear magnificent renditions of songs from your favorite contemporary and classical musicians in spectacular Charleston spaces this year.
This season, Candlelight venues in Charleston such as the historic Unitarian Church are hosting these spectacular concerts. This impressive location make for the ideal place to sit back and enjoy spellbinding renditions of your favorite artists’ music.
This year, give the gift of music and light with a Candlelight gift card. Experiencing a candlelit concert dedicated to an iconic artist is the perfect way to treat your loved ones and celebrate a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion in style.
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Featured Candlelight concerts in Charleston
Candlelight: The Best of The Beatles
This season, all you need is this Candlelight tribute to The Beatles. Under the glow of thousands of candles, you can relive the incredible tunes of one of the most successful bands of all time. Rediscover their greatest hits, from “Here Comes The Sun” and “I Want To Hold Your Hand” to “Hey Jude”, recreated in the classical form. Head to the Carriage House at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens for an unforgettable evening of live music.
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
If you are an avid pop-rock fan, you should not miss this upcoming Candlelight tribute. It celebrates the impressive discography of two of the most successful pop-rock bands of all time. Coldplay and Imagine Dragons are known for selling out stadiums and arenas around the world and connecting with audiences on a deeper level with their heartfelt lyrics. Now you can hear their greatest hits in classic form, everything from “Clocks” to “Radioactive” reinterpreted by a string quartet at The Carriage House at Magnolia Gardens.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen and More
“Killer Queen”, “Somebody to Love”, “Love of My Life” and many more Queen classics are being performed by Metropolis String Quartet this season. Surrounded by a sea of candles, audiences will hear some of the most iconic songs ever composed, as well as timeless classical pieces by the likes of Puccini and Mozart.
Candlelight Spring concerts
The beloved Candlelight Spring concerts return to city with vibrant hues thanks to the countless blossoms and flowers that decorate every performance. Rediscover your favorite melodies as you’re surrounded by a sea of candles and beautiful wildflowers!
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Charleston
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews from all over the USA. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“The string quartet was wonderful with their tribute to Adele. It was one of most relaxing and beautiful hour I have ever experienced.” – A Tribute to Adele
“Simply wonderful! An incredible experience, excellent service, and a beautiful concert” – Best of Bridgerton on Strings
“Amazing performance and we will definitely attend other tribute concerts in the near future. Thank you for a wonderful evening!!” – Tribute to Coldplay
“Our first time and we loved it. Thanks!” – Tribute to The Beatles
“An excellent performance!! The church sanctuary’s architecture was a beautiful setting for the performance by the most accomplished violinists. The melodies of Taylor Swift stood out, words not needed. Thank you!! We will return.” – Tribute to Taylor Swift
Whether you prefer classical music, or are a fan of contemporary pop and rock music, you’ll be in for a treat at these intimate Candlelight concerts. These magical renditions by our incredibly talented musicians will allow you to experience your favorite music like never before. Say, you want to invite your friends, bring that special someone or come on your own—these Candlelight concerts make for a magical evening plan in Charleston.
Surely, that’s all the more reason to attend these classical tributes in the city’s most gorgeous locations. These incredible concerts take place over the course of 60 mesmerizing minutes and doors open 45 minutes before the scheduled start time.
In addition, if you are in search of a change of scenery for a bit and want to catch a Candlelight show while visiting cities nearby, you’ll be happy to learn the concert series is in other popular destinations like Myrtle Beach and Savannah. It can be difficult to book a memorable plan when you’re away from home but Candlelight is definitely one of the most unforgettable ones.
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.