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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The 90s, unplugged
The decade's rock and alternative anthems, reimagined for string quartet and performed live at The Rialto.

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
- EverlongFoo Fighters
- Don't SpeakNo Doubt
- ZombieThe Cranberries
- IronicAlanis Morissette
- WonderwallOasis
- High and DryRadiohead
- Enter SandmanMetallica
- Under the BridgeRed Hot Chili Peppers
- Fly AwayLenny Kravitz
- HallelujahJeff Buckley
- Tears in HeavenEric Clapton
- Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana
- Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)Green Day
Performers
- String quartetLyricosa
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In short About the concert
Candlelight concerts bring a live, multi-sensory musical experience to stunning venues. At The Rialto in Raleigh, a string quartet revisits the anthems of the 90s in an unplugged tribute, surrounded by the glow of candles.
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

Arrive early
Doors open 60 minutes before the concert. 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
4.8/5
based on 142 reviews
Elizabeth R.
feb 2025
It was an exceptional experience.
Jada G.
feb 2025
What a beautiful evening, thank you!
Guilhem H.
feb 2025
Friendly staff and beautiful music! It was our first Candlelight event and we loved it!
Yago
feb 2025
Friendly staff, great location and superb artist. It was a great event. Highly recommended
Carolyn W.
feb 2025
Gorgeous music, venue heavenly indeed
About the venueThe Rialto

The Rialto Theatre in Raleigh's Five Points neighborhood, is a historic movie theater that has been a cultural landmark since its opening in 1942. Known for its Art Deco design and intimate atmosphere, it has long been a hub for independent and classic films, as well as special events.
Address
1620 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, 27608
Parking
Street parking is available on Glenwood Avenue (free on weekdays after 6pm) and on nearby neighborhood streets such as Fairview Road and Scales Street.
Accessibility
The venue is ADA accessible. There are limited ADA seats in Zone A.
FAQs Frequently asked questions
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Is food served?
Can I bring animals?
Is the venue accessible?
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What is the policy for Candle 3-Packs purchased online?
Can I enter once the concert has started?
Are the candles real? Are they flammable?
Can I take photos or record videos? Can I use my phone during the performance?
Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
How are seats assigned? Can we sit together?
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