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Fever exclusiveOnly on

Nov 7 - Jan 24

National City Christian Church

4.6
(200)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
$49.00
HighlightsProgramGalleryOverviewOn the dayReviewsVenueFAQs

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • Queen vs. ABBA on strings

    Queen vs. ABBA on strings

    The anthems of Queen meet the hits of ABBA, reimagined for string quartet in an intimate candlelit setting.

  • Surrounded by a thousand candles

    Surrounded by a thousand candles

    Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.

  • An extraordinary setting

    An extraordinary setting

    Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.

Program The music that awaits you

  • Dancing Queen–ABBA
  • S.O.S.–ABBA
  • Money, Money, Money–ABBA
  • Voulez-Vous–ABBA
  • Bohemian Rhapsody–Queen
  • I Want to Break Free–Queen
  • Killer Queen–Queen
  • Waterloo–ABBA
  • Super Trouper–ABBA
  • Mamma Mia–ABBA
  • Don't Stop Me Now–Queen
  • We Will Rock You–Queen
  • We are the Champions–Queen
  • Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)–ABBA

Performers

  • String quartetListeso

Gallery

In short About the concert

Discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at National City Christian Church in Washington DC, performed live by a string quartet and surrounded by the glow of hundreds of candles. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations.

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

On the day How it works

  1. Arrive early

    Arrive early

    Doors open 45 minutes before the concert. Late entry is not permitted once the concert has started.

  2. Find your seat

    Find your seat

    Seats are not numbered: they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone on your ticket.

  3. Let the music take over

    Let the music take over

    Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.

Reviews What guests are saying

4.6/5

based on 200 reviews

CR

Chris R.

jan 2026

Possibly the best show we have seen in DC for years. So talented! The richness of the music resonates. QUEEN lends itself to the string instruments so well! ABBA is timeless! What fun!!!!

AH

Anne H.

jan 2026

This was such an uplifting and wonderful event!!!

TM

Tetyana M.

jan 2026

If here would a choice of 10 stars, I would choose 10. If was excellent and exceptional…!!! My family and I enjoy a whole hour of these wonderful musicians and their performances. Thank you so much for a wonderful remembering time…!!! 😊💕❤️

AD

Aimee D.

jan 2026

Beautiful experience!

WR

Wendy R.

jan 2026

Beautiful church and loved the performance!

KG

Keith G.

jan 2026

It was a beautiful performance in a beautiful venue.

JW

James W.

dec 2025

Wonderful artists playing their music so well!!!

LK

Lynn K.

dec 2025

I love hearing the sound of the stringed instruments.

RH

Ronald H.

dec 2025

Spectacular….!!!

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User Photo Gallery Photos from our fans

About the venueNational City Christian Church

National City Christian Church 1National City Christian Church 2

The National City Christian Church in Washington, D.C. is a historic church that was built in 1930. The church is known for its striking architecture and prominent location on Thomas Circle. It is considered a National Landmark and serves as a center for worship, community and cultural events.

  • Address

    5 Thomas Cir NW, Washington, 20005

  • Parking

    Street parking is available in the area, but we encourage using public transport or ridesharing.

  • Accessibility

    The venue is ADA compliant and has disability access.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What are the different ticket types?
Front Row: best visibility. Zone A: great visibility. Zone B: great visibility. Zone C: good visibility. Zone D: good visibility.
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 (feverup.com) before arriving at the event.
Can I book a ticket for my carer?
Guests who need assistance throughout the experience can apply for one free pass for their personal assistant or support worker. Once you have purchased your ticket (you must hold a valid ticket before applying), please contact us with supporting documentation.
Is there an age requirement for the event?
All guests must be 8 years old or older to attend. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Where can I find my ticket?
You can find your ticket in the “Tickets” section of the Fever app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Remember to log in with the same login method you used to make the purchase. You will also find your QR code in your purchase confirmation email.
Can I change my ticket?
Subject to availability, changes of date and/or time are permitted up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience. To change your ticket, please contact us with your ticket ID.
What is a Flexible Cancellation ticket?
A Flexible Cancellation ticket allows you to ask for a refund or exchange your ticket if you decide not to attend the experience.
When can I return my Flexible Cancellation ticket?
Up to 48 hours before the experience starts. The ticket becomes non-refundable if it is transferred.
What documents do I need to cancel my ticket?
No documentation is needed.
How long does a refund take and how will I receive it?
If you paid by credit card or PayPal, the refund can take 10 days or more to appear on your statement. If you paid with a voucher, you will receive a new voucher in the Fever app.
Will I get a full refund?
Yes, except for the 10% Flexible Cancellation fee.
If I opt for an exchange, when will I receive the new ticket?
You will receive a voucher immediately for the same value, which you can use on the same experience.
How do I request my refund?
Request it through Fever's contact form: https://fever.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360001032452
Are refunds allowed?
No refunds are allowed unless you purchased a Flexible Cancellation ticket. Exchanges to other dates and/or times are permitted up to 48 hours before the start time of the originally purchased event, subject to availability. Please contact us directly to change your ticket.
Where is the experience taking place?
At National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Cir NW, Washington, DC 20005.
How do I get to the venue?
If you are taking the metro, be prepared to walk about 5 minutes from the nearest stations: Dupont Circle (Red line), McPherson Square (Blue, Orange and Silver lines) and Mt. Vernon Sq. (Green and Yellow lines).
Is there food served?
No food or beverages will be available for purchase. Only sealed bottled water is allowed into the venue.
Can I bring animals?
Animals are not allowed, except for service animals.
Does this venue have disability access?
Yes. The venue is ADA compliant.
Is there parking available?
Street parking is available in the area, but we encourage using public transport or ridesharing.
What is Candlelight Photo?
This package offers a unique photo experience, available exclusively to guests who purchase it. You will have your photo taken in a specially designated area, and you will receive a printed polaroid-style picture as a souvenir. Each purchase includes 1 instant picture.
Can I buy Candlelight Photo at the venue?
Photos can be purchased at the venue as long as they have not sold out. Guests who buy the photo opportunity online together with their concert tickets have priority over those who buy on site. On-site purchases are by credit card only; no cash is accepted.
When is my picture taken?
Your photo is taken before the concert, and the photo experience closes 10 minutes before the concert starts. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert begins so we have enough time to take your photo.
When do I get my picture?
You can choose your picture before it is printed. Our staff print the pictures during the concert, and you can collect them at the exit afterwards. Make sure you have your printed pictures before leaving, as we cannot keep any for you. If you leave without your pictures, we will not be able to refund or reschedule the photo opportunity.
Where do I go to have my picture taken?
Once you are inside the venue, our staff will explain where the photo experience is located, and announcements will remind attendees about it. Feel free to ask any staff member if you have questions.
How do I show that I have purchased the photo opportunity?
You will receive a QR code by email, separate from your concert ticket confirmation. Please have it validated by the photographer at the venue so we can take your picture.
Can I get a refund for the photo opportunity?
Refunds are not permitted unless the photo opportunity is canceled for internal reasons, in which case you will be refunded for it.
Can I take pictures or videos during the performance?
Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece and without flash, as indicated by our musicians.
Can I use my phone during the performance?
Your phone must be on silent mode during the entire performance. Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece and without flash, as indicated by our musicians.
Can I leave the concert room during the performance?
Out of respect for the musicians and the audience, you will not be able to leave your seat except in an emergency.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert starts to be assigned a seat within your purchased zone. The concert begins on time and the audience must already be seated. If you arrive late, you will not be allowed to enter, out of respect for the musicians and the audience.
What happens if the weather does not allow the event to take place?
If weather conditions affect your experience in any way (a change of location or a postponement), we will notify you by email in advance.
Can I sit together with friends?
Yes, you can sit with your friends if you arrive together and all have tickets for the same zone. We recommend arriving in good time, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Can I transfer my tickets to another person?
Yes, you can transfer your tickets to any other Fever account at no extra cost by tapping “Transfer Tickets” on your ticket in the Fever app. For additional help, please contact us with your ticket ID.
Are the candles flammable?
For the safety of attendees, all candles are flameless.
What is the policy for Candle 3-Packs purchased online?
Candle 3-Packs purchased online must be collected at the designated location at the venue at the time of your event. As they are tied to the specific Candlelight event date and location, Candle 3-Packs purchased online and picked up on site are non-refundable and non-returnable. All sales are final.
Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
There is no dress code. We recommend dressing comfortably, in clothes suited to the season.
How are seats assigned? Can we sit together?
Seats are not numbered: they are assigned on arrival, first come first served, within the zone you purchased. To sit together, your whole group needs to arrive at the same time with tickets for the same zone.

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Sat
07 Nov
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09 Jan
2027
Sun
24 Jan
2027
8:45 PM
Zone D
$63.00
+ $5.04 booking fee
Zone C
$71.00
+ $5.68 booking fee
Zone B
$85.00
+ $6.80 booking fee
Zone A
$97.00
+ $7.76 booking fee
Front Row
$105.00
+ $8.40 booking fee
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Candle 3-Pack

Take the magic of Candlelight home! A pack of 3 premium electric candles that perfectly recreate the warm, flickering glow of Candlelight.
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