Candlelight Photo
Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The music of Middle-earth
Howard Shore's themes from The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers and The Return of the King, played live by a string quartet.

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 quartetListeso
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In short About the concert
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings with Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings at the Ann & David Hicks Auditorium in Jacksonville. A string quartet brings the unforgettable music of the trilogy to life, in a night lit by candles 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. 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 50 reviews
Jenny G.
jul 2026
Wonderful concert in a beautiful and cozy venue.
Lauren N.
jul 2026
It was truly an experience. I’m so grateful I was part of the audience!
Lyn B.
jul 2026
beautiful performance and lovely scenery
Donald H.
jul 2026
Absolutely wonderful experience! The musicians were spectacular and the music was amazing. We’ll definitely go to another Candlelight concert soon
B M
jul 2026
First time going and it was phenomenal. Gave me goosebumps. I had a cheese grin from how happy the music made me and got teary eyed at some songs. Truly an experience.
Adonna A.
jul 2026
We really enjoyed the performance. Nice venue
Eric W.
jul 2026
Very talented musicians! Beautiful location, great way to spend an afternoon.
Jennifer D.
jul 2026
Beautiful concert and venue set up!
Blue B.
jul 2026
It was a wonderful experience! The ambience of the candles combined with the music was just beautiful. I would recommend this experience!
Savannah R.
jul 2026
Incredible musicians and very helpful staff. Perfect experience. Thank you!
Sandra S.
jul 2026
Very nicely done the musicians were outstanding.
Mandy W.
jul 2026
Beautiful experience
Rebekah H.
jul 2026
Musicians were great!!
Rene M.
jul 2026
Awesome experience.
Bruce G.
jul 2026
Absolutely amazing experience. My 8 year old was thrilled to attend!
About the venueJacksonville Public Library held in the Ann & David Hicks Auditorium

The Conference Center at the Main Library in downtown Jacksonville, Florida, is a versatile venue with elegant interiors. It features a grand staircase, chandeliers, and modern decor. It hosts all types of events. Specifically, the Hicks Auditorium features theater-style seating for 391 with a small raised stage, a backstage area and two green rooms. Image source: https://jaxpubliclibrary.org/
Address
303 N Main St, Jacksonville, 32202
Parking
No onsite parking. Street parking and parking garages are nearby.
Accessibility
The venue is ADA compliant.
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