Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works - Edinburgh

4.6(794)

Duration: 60 minutes

Live music: String quartet

Ambience: Lit by candlelight

Ages: Ages 8 and up

Venue: Indoor · assigned seatin…

From

£15.75

In short About the concert

Experience Hans Zimmer's most iconic film scores in a new light. Surrounded by the warm glow of thousands of candles, live musicians bring unforgettable melodies from Inception, Interstellar, The Lion King, Gladiator and more to life in a breathtaking concert.

This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.

Programme: Time (Inception), This Land (The Lion King), Zooster's Breakout (Madagascar), Supermarine (Dunkirk), Honor (The Pacific), A Dark Knight (The Dark Knight), Wonder Woman Suite, Cornfield Chase (Interstellar), Dune Suite, Gladiator Suite, Discombobulate (Sherlock Holmes) and Flight (Man of Steel).

Performed live by Belford String Quartet (string quartet).

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Hans Zimmer's music, reimagined live
Relive the sweeping melodies and unforgettable emotions behind Hans Zimmer's most iconic scores, from Time to Interstellar and beyond.
Surrounded by a thousand candles
Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.
An extraordinary setting
Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.

On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open 45 minutes before the show. Late entry isn't allowed once it starts, so we recommend arriving early.
Find your seat
Seats are assigned on arrival, on a first-come basis within the zone of the ticket you purchased.
Let the music take over
60 minutes of live music by candlelight.

Reviews What guests are saying

4.6/5

based on 794 reviews

Amazing venue and amazing music, candlelight just added to the atmosphere.

Beautiful music in an amazing setting. Highly recommend.

Unbelievable atmosphere! I got emotional! Really recommended

This was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. The event was well organised and the performers were excellent.

Excellent ambience, superb quartet, great selection

Absolutely brilliant show! Such talented girls!

Electrifying! Absolutely incredible musicians

Overall a great night. Lovely venue.

Really good, friendly staff a d great sound. Well done all round

Lovely evening and great venue.

it was lovely! I will repeat

Amazing. Could have sat there all night

Beautiful atmosphere!

Fantastic music and musicians. Real candles would have made a difference. 7/10 value for money.

Beautiful music in an amazing venue sounded great! Only gripe was that the musicians didn’t use the microphone when they spoke about Hans Zimmer and introduced the music

About the venueSt Mary's Episcopal Cathedral

St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral is a Victorian Gothic masterpiece in Edinburgh’s West End. Designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott, the building is distinguished by its three prominent spires. Inside, the grand nave and intricate stonework create a serene environment, marking it as a significant landmark of Scotland’s architectural heritage.

Address
Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW
Parking
No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What are the different ticket types?

There are tickets for Premium (premium visibility), Band A (excellent visibility), Band B (great visibility), Band C (good visibility), Band D (fair visibility) and Restricted/Music Only (low or no visibility due to large pillars).

Can I buy tickets at the venue?

Tickets are not available for purchase at the venue. All tickets must be purchased through the Fever app or website before you arrive.

Where can I find my ticket?

You'll find your ticket in the "Tickets" section of the Fever app (download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play). Log in with the same method you used to purchase. Your QR code is also in your purchase confirmation email.

Can I change my ticket, and are refunds allowed?

Subject to availability, date and/or time changes are permitted up to 48 hours before your experience starts — contact us with your ticket ID. Refunds are not allowed under any circumstances; see our Terms & Conditions for more information.

How long does the experience last?

The show lasts 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show, and no entry is allowed once it starts.

Is the venue indoor or outdoor?

The experience takes place indoors, with assigned seating.

Will there be food and drinks?

Yes, there will be a fully stocked bar for refreshments and alcoholic drinks.

Is parking available?

The venue doesn't have dedicated parking, but there's a limited number of on-street spaces plus nearby car parks, the closest being Parking Quay.

Is there an age requirement?

All guests must be 8 years old or older. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Does this venue have disability access?

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Can I book a ticket for my carer?

Guests requiring assistance throughout the experience can apply for one free pass for their Personal Assistant/Support worker. Contact us with proof of needing a carer ticket (for example, Middle or Higher rate DLA, a PIP award letter, evidence of severe sight impairment, or a CredAbility Access Card). We'll send you a voucher code for your free carer ticket, which must be purchased alongside at least one other full-price ticket — you'll need to show it, along with your tickets, to enter the venue.

Can I bring animals?

Animals are not allowed, except for service animals.

How do I get to the venue?

St Mary's Cathedral is at 23 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW, about ten minutes' walk from the West End of Princes Street and five minutes from Haymarket Station. Numerous buses and trams towards Haymarket stop nearby on Haymarket Terrace. The cathedral is also on the City Centre East-West Link cycleway, with railings for cyclists to lock their bikes.

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