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Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Two iconic bands, one evening
Hear the music of Queen and ABBA side by side, performed live in the glow of candles.

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
- Dancing QueenABBA
- S.O.S.ABBA
- Money, Money, MoneyABBA
- Voulez-VousABBA
- Bohemian RhapsodyQueen
- I Want to Break FreeQueen
- Killer QueenQueen
- WaterlooABBA
- Super TrouperABBA
- Mamma MiaABBA
- Don't Stop Me NowQueen
- We Will Rock YouQueen
- We are the ChampionsQueen
- Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)ABBA
Performers
- String quartetParadiso Strings
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In short About the concert
Queen and ABBA go head to head in a live concert, lit by candles at St Mary's Catholic Church in Ipswich. Experience the music of both bands in an intimate, atmospheric setting.
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 30 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
4.6/5
based on 8478 reviews
Tia B.
oct 2026
Beautiful venue, great music!
n55k5sf8zr
sep 2026
Perfect!
Сергій Ш.
sep 2026
A wonderful performance. A lovely atmosphere.
Pat F
sep 2026
Loved it thank you
Charlotte Rose D.
apr 2025
An amazing, magic experience!
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mar 2025
Forgot all about the worries of everyday life, a fantastic experience
Nazlican T.
mar 2025
This was a wonderful experience. A huge thank you to everyone who worked on this and presented it to us.
Gabriella E.
mar 2025
Highly recommended
Steini S.
mar 2025
Beautiful and well organised show
Dinesh k.
mar 2025
It's was absolutely amazing i loved it
Paola M.
mar 2025
Amazing musicians
Orsolya B.
mar 2025
It was amazing. Thank you for the musicians to give us such a beautiful experience! We will definitely go again. 🤗
Elle R.
mar 2025
A wonderful sensory experience. Very relaxing, and in a beautiful location. Just what I needed.
Claire n.
mar 2025
Great atmosphere. Would definitely recommend
About the venueSt Mary's Catholic Church, Ipswich Catholic Community

St Mary’s Catholic Church in Ipswich is a cherished heritage landmark, renowned for its striking Gothic Revival architecture and rich history. Dating back to the 19th century, the church features soaring arches, intricate detailing, and beautiful stained-glass windows.
Address
1B Elizabeth St, Woodend, 4305
Parking
Limited onsite parking at the church. Street parking on Elizabeth Street, Mary Street, Roseberry Parade and Ellenborough Street, plus additional parking in the Ipswich Council car park off Roseberry Parade.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. There are ramps on either side of the main staircase from Elizabeth Street, and an accessible entrance on the car park side with a ramp. For wheelchair assistance, email candlelight.australia@gmail.com so onsite staff can be notified.
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