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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The music of Middle-earth
Relive the most memorable music of the three films of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, played live by a string quartet, with a setlist and sheet music approved by Howard Shore, the trilogy's composer.

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.
Program The music that awaits you
- Prologue: One Ring to Rule Them All from Lord of The RingsHoward Shore
- Concerning Hobbits from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingHoward Shore
- Amon Hen from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingHoward Shore
- The Breaking of the Fellowship (feat. "In Dreams") from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingHoward Shore
- Foundations of Stone from The Lord of the Rings: The Two TowersHoward Shore
- The Riders of Rohan from The Lord of the Rings: The Two TowersHoward Shore
- Evenstar from The Lord of the Rings: The Two TowersHoward Shore
- Gollum's Song from The Lord of the Rings: The Two TowersHoward Shore
- Minas Tirith (feat. Ben Del Maestro) from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the KingHoward Shore
- The Ride of the Rohirrim from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the KingHoward Shore
- The Return of the King First from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the KingHoward Shore
- Into the West from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the KingHoward Shore
- The Grey Havens (feat. Sir James Galway) from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the KingHoward Shore
Performers
- String quartetSeattle String Quartet
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In short About the concert
Experience the music of The Lord of the Rings trilogy like never before at Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings, at the Arctic Club Hotel in Seattle. A string quartet brings the unforgettable music of the films to life, surrounded by the glow of candles, in a night that celebrates the heroic journey of the Fellowship.
© New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS, THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are ™ of Middle-earth Enterprises, LLC under license to New Line Productions, Inc.
On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open 45 minutes before the concert. They close 5 minutes before it starts. Late entry is not permitted once the concert has started.

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

Let the music take over
Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.9/5
based on 208 reviews
Marc C.
feb 2026
It was a beautiful evening, and it enhanced the performance that at least one of the musicians was clearly a big fan of the property himself, so the personal investment was a nice touch. Well-organized, and smoothly executed; a lovely evening!
Laura S.
feb 2026
The performers were amazing and very personable. Love the way they loved LOTR and had fun info to share about the movies and score.
Leah S.
feb 2026
Pure delight!!!
Janice H.
feb 2026
Everything was perfect! The artic room is just gorgeous! Musicians, amazing!! Maybe the Hobbit soundtrack next??😊
Elizabeth C.
feb 2026
It was an amazing experience!
Lee H.
feb 2026
It was everything we could hope for. Thanks for making our 10th anniversary a great occasion.
malhia g.
feb 2026
Loved the local to Seattle quartet! They were incredible, moved the story along beautifully
Karina N.
jan 2026
The most magical night ever.
Kris
jan 2026
Beautiful performance and venue.
About the venueArctic Club Hotel
The Arctic Club Hotel is a historic landmark in downtown Seattle with vintage guest rooms and suites. Its architecture features walrus head sculptures and a stained-glass ceiling in the Northern Lights Dome Room. It's conveniently located near popular attractions and offers a unique experience. Image source: Arctic Club Hotel Facebook
Address
700 3rd Avenue, Seattle, 98104
Parking
The hotel offers valet parking for a fee, and there are self-parking lots and street parking nearby in downtown Seattle.
Accessibility
The venue is ADA compliant and has wheelchair-accessible seats. Let the onsite staff know if you need special assistance.
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