Candlelight Photo
Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Fleetwood Mac in the planetarium
Hear the songs of Fleetwood Mac performed by a string quartet in the planetarium of the Chabot Space & Science Center, with the night sky projected around you.

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
- Everywhere
- Gypsy
- You Make Loving Fun
- Never Going Back Again
- Don't Stop
- Gold Dust Woman
- Go Your Own Way
- Landslide
- Little Lies
- Songbird
- Rhiannon
- The Chain
- Dreams
- Say You Love Me
- Second Hand News
Performers
- String quartetRange Ensemble
Gallery
In short About the concert
Discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at a Candlelight concert at the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland. A string quartet plays the band's classics live in the planetarium, surrounded by candles, while moving images of the night sky are projected during the concert.
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 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
4.8/5
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 venueChabot Space & Science Center
Perched in the Oakland Hills, Chabot Space & Science Center inspires people of all ages to explore, discover, and love science. Chabot features a full-dome planetarium, three powerful research-grade telescopes, interactive exhibit halls, and an outdoor observation.
Address
10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA, 94619
Parking
Free parking is available at the venue.
Accessibility
The venue is accessible and ADA compliant.
FAQs Frequently asked questions
Where can I find my ticket?
Does my ticket give me access to Chabot's exhibits?
Can I transfer my tickets to someone else?
Can I change the date or time of my ticket?
Can I get a refund?
Can I get a refund for a Flexible Cancellation ticket?
What is the “Candlelight Photo”?
Can I buy the Candlelight Photo at the venue?
When is my photo taken?
When do I get my photo?
Where do I go to have my photo taken?
What is the “Candles 3-Pack”?
What is the policy for Candles 3-Packs bought online?
What are the seating zones?
Can my friends and I sit together?
Is there an age requirement?
Can I buy tickets at the entrance?
When should I arrive?
Can I get a ticket for a carer?
Will food and drinks be available?
Can I leave my seat during the performance?
Are the candles flammable?
Can I use my phone during the performance?
What temperature should I expect?
What happens if the weather prevents the event from taking place?
Can I bring animals? Are service dogs allowed?
Is the venue accessible?
Is there parking?
Will there be flashing strobe lights?
Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
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