Candlelight Photo
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$30.00Experience highlights Why you'll love it
A night of holiday classics
Enjoy a Candlelight tribute to timeless Christmas classics, from beloved carols to modern holiday favorites, performed 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
- Dance of the Sugar Plum FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Greensleeves (What Child Is This)William Chatterton Dix
- Carol of the BellsMykola Leontovych
- O Holy NightAdolphe Adam
- O Christmas TreeErnst Anschütz
- We Wish you a Merry ChristmasArthur Warrell
- Let It SnowJule Styne
- Feliz NavidadJosé Feliciano
- Jingle BellsJames L. Pierpont
- Rocking Around the Christmas TreeBrenda Lee
- Love Is All AroundWet Wet Wet
- Let It Go from FrozenKristen Anderson-Lopez
- Once upon a DecemberLiz Callaway
- Maestro from The HolidayHans Zimmer
- It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like ChristmasMichael Bublé
- Last ChristmasWham!
- All I Want for Christmas Is YouMariah Carey
Performers
- String quartetListeso String Quartet
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In short About the concert
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring venues like never seen before. Discover the music of Christmas Classics at the South Carolina State Museum, surrounded by the glow of hundreds 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 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 venueSouth Carolina State Museum
The South Carolina State Museum, located in downtown Columbia, is a striking blend of historic and modern design. Showcasing South Carolina’s history, art, science, and technology, its galleries feature immersive exhibits and distinctive architecture. Thoughtfully curated and maintained, the museum stands as a vibrant cultural landmark in the heart of the city.
Address
Columbia Mills Building, 301 Gervais St, Columbia, 29201
Parking
Guest parking is available at the Museum, including accessible parking spaces.
Accessibility
Yes, the venue has disability access.
FAQs Frequently asked questions
What are the different ticket types?
Tickets are available for Zone A, Zone B, Zone C and Standing Room.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Tickets are not available for purchase at the venue; they must be bought through the Fever app or website before you arrive.
Can I request a ticket for my carer or caretaker?
Guests who need assistance throughout the experience can apply for one free pass for their caretaker. You must have a valid ticket before applying; please contact us for more information.
Is there an age requirement for the event?
All guests must be at least 8 years old. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Where can I find my ticket?
Your ticket is in the Tickets section of the Fever app. Sign in using the same method you used to purchase it. Your QR code is also in your purchase confirmation email.
Can I change my ticket?
Subject to availability, you may change the date and/or time up to 48 hours before the experience starts. Contact us with your ticket ID. Refunds are not allowed under any circumstances.
What is a Flexible Refund Ticket?
This ticket type is only available on selected tickets at checkout. A Flexible Refund ticket lets you ask for a refund or exchange your ticket if you decide not to attend the experience.
When can I return my Flexible Refund ticket?
You can return it up to 48 hours before the experience starts. It becomes non-refundable once transferred to another user.
What documents do I need to cancel my ticket?
No documentation is needed.
How long does a refund take and how will I receive it?
If you paid by credit card or PayPal, it takes 10 or more days to appear on your statement. If you paid with a voucher, you'll receive a new voucher in the app.
Will I get a full refund?
Yes, except for the 10% Flexible Refund fee.
If I opt for an exchange, when will I receive the new ticket?
You'll receive a voucher immediately for the same value, usable on the same experience.
How do I request my refund?
Contact us through the Fever contact form to request your refund.
Where is the experience taking place?
The experience takes place in the Main Lobby at the South Carolina State Museum.
How do I get to the venue?
The South Carolina State Museum is at 301 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201.
Is there food served?
No.
Can I bring animals?
Animals are not allowed, except for service animals.
Does this venue have disability access?
Yes, the venue has disability access.
Is there parking available?
Yes. Guest parking is available at the Museum, including accessible parking spaces.
Can I take pictures or videos during the performance?
Photos and videos may only be taken during the final piece, without flash, as indicated by the musicians.
Can I use my phone during the performance?
Your phone must be on silent mode throughout the performance. Photos and videos may only be taken during the final piece and without flash, as indicated by the musicians.
Can I leave the concert room during the performance?
Out of respect for the musicians and the audience, you may not leave your seat except in an emergency.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert so you can be assigned a seat within your purchased zone. The concert starts on time and everyone must be seated beforehand; late entry is not permitted.
What happens if the weather conditions do not allow for the event to take place?
If weather conditions affect your experience, including a change of location or postponement, we will notify you by email in advance.
Can I sit together with friends?
Yes, if you arrive together and all have tickets for the same zone. We recommend arriving in good time, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Can I transfer my tickets to another person?
Yes. You can transfer your tickets to another Fever account at no extra cost using the Transfer Tickets feature in the Fever app. Contact us with your ticket ID if you need help.
Are the candles flammable?
For the safety of attendees, all candles are flameless.
What is Candlelight Photo?
Candlelight Photo is a unique photo experience available to guests who purchase it. You'll have your photo taken in a specially designated area and receive a printed, polaroid-style picture as a souvenir. Each purchase includes one instant picture.
Can I buy Candlelight Photo at the venue?
Candlelight Photo can be purchased at the venue while supplies last. Guests who buy it online with their concert tickets have priority over on-site purchases, and on-site purchases are limited to credit card transactions; no cash is accepted.
When is my picture taken?
Your photo is taken before the event, and the photo experience ends 10 minutes before the concert starts. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert so there's time to take your photo.
When do I get my results?
You'll choose your picture before it's printed. Our staff print it during the concert, and you can collect it at the exit afterward. Please collect your picture before leaving, as we can't keep it for you.
Where do I have to go to have my picture taken?
Venue staff will explain the Candlelight Photo experience once you're inside the venue, and announcements will be made so attendees don't miss it. Feel free to ask any staff member if you have questions.
How do I show proof that I've purchased Candlelight Photo?
You'll receive a QR code by email, separate from your concert ticket confirmation. Have it validated by the photographer at the venue so we can take your picture.
Are refunds allowed for Candlelight Photo?
Refunds are only given if the Candlelight Photo experience is cancelled for internal reasons.
What is the policy for the Candle 3-Pack purchased online?
A Candle 3-Pack bought online must be collected at the designated location at the venue on the day of your event. As it is tied to this Candlelight event's date and location, all Candle 3-Pack purchases are non-refundable and non-returnable once collected onsite; all sales are final.
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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