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Dec 11 - Jan 29

The Sanctuary - Old South Church in Boston

4.8
(142)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
$23.00
HighlightsProgramGalleryOverviewOn the dayReviewsVenueFAQs

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • Hans Zimmer's film scores, live

    Hans Zimmer's film scores, live

    A string quartet plays the film scores of Hans Zimmer in a church lit only by candles.

  • 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

  • Time from Inception–Hans Zimmer
  • This Land from The Lion King–Hans Zimmer
  • Madagascar–Hans Zimmer
  • Supermarine from Dunkirk–Hans Zimmer
  • The Pacific–Hans Zimmer
  • The Dark Knight–Hans Zimmer
  • Gladiator Suite–Hans Zimmer
  • Interstellar - Calmly
  • Dune Suite (Herald of a New Age)–Hans Zimmer
  • Discombobulate from Sherlock Holmes–Hans Zimmer
  • Pirates Of The Caribbean Suite from Pirates of the Caribbean–Hans Zimmer
  • Man of Steel–Hans Zimmer
  • Wonder Woman Theme from Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice–Hans Zimmer

Performers

  • String quartetListeso

Gallery

In short About the concert

Candlelight concerts turn breathtaking venues into stages for live music. This concert brings the film scores of Hans Zimmer to The Sanctuary - Old South Church in Boston, performed by a string quartet in a space lit by 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

  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

4.8/5

based on 142 reviews

ER

Elizabeth R.

feb 2025

It was an exceptional experience.

JG

Jada G.

feb 2025

What a beautiful evening, thank you!

GH

Guilhem H.

feb 2025

Friendly staff and beautiful music! It was our first Candlelight event and we loved it!

Y

Yago

feb 2025

Friendly staff, great location and superb artist. It was a great event. Highly recommended

CW

Carolyn W.

feb 2025

Gorgeous music, venue heavenly indeed

About the venueThe Sanctuary - Old South Church in Boston

  • Address

    645 Boylston Street, Boston, 02116

  • Parking

    Old South Church does not offer on-site parking. The closest parking is at 655-657 Boylston Street.

  • Accessibility

    The venue is ADA compliant.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What are the different ticket types?
Tickets are sold in three zones: Zone A, Zone B and Zone C.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Tickets are not available for purchase at the venue. All tickets must be purchased through the app or website prior to arriving at the event.
Can I book a ticket for my caretaker?
Guests requiring assistance throughout the experience are entitled to apply for 1 free pass for their caretaker. Once you have purchased your ticket (it is essential to hold a valid ticket before applying), contact us for more information.
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. Please 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. Please contact us with your ticket ID. Refunds are not allowed under any circumstances.
Are refunds allowed?
No refunds are allowed unless a flexible cancellation ticket has been purchased. Exchanges to other dates and/or times are permitted up to 48 hours before the start time of the originally purchased event, based on availability. Please contact us directly to change your ticket.
Where is the experience taking place?
645 Boylston St, Boston, United States, MA 02116.
Is there food served?
There will be no food or beverage at 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?
Old South Church does not offer on-site parking. The closest parking is at 655-657 Boylston Street, Boston.
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. The Candle 3-Pack is tied to the specific Candlelight event date and location, so candle add-ons purchased online and picked up on site are non-refundable and non-returnable. All sales are final.
Can I arrive late?
Late entry is not permitted once the concert has started.
Are the candles real? Are they flammable?
For everyone's safety, the candles are LED: they recreate the glow of a flame without real fire, so they don't burn and pose no risk.
Can I take photos or record videos? Can I use my phone during the performance?
Please keep your phone on silent throughout the performance. Photos and videos are only allowed when the musicians say so, and always without flash.
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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Select date and session

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Fri
11 Dec
Fri
08 Jan
2027
Fri
29 Jan
2027
7:00 PM
Zone C
$23.00
Zone B
$34.50
Zone A
$48.00
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