Candlelight Photo
Includes an instant photo of you or your group in a candlelit environment. Save 20% by purchasing online.
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CA$43.74Experience highlights Why you'll love it
Metallica on strings
Some of Metallica's most iconic songs, reimagined for a string quartet and played live in the candlelit setting of First Baptist Church Ottawa.
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
- One
- Enter Sandman
- Fade to Black
- The Unforgiven
- Sad But True
- Seek and Destroy
- For Whom the Bell Tolls
- Whiskey in the Jar
- Master of Puppets
- Nothing Else Matters
Performers
- String quartetCerberus Music
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In short About the concert
Discover the music of Metallica as you have never heard it before: a string quartet performs some of the band's best-known songs live at First Baptist Church Ottawa, in a hall lit only by candles. A Candlelight concert is a live, multi-sensory musical experience in an awe-inspiring 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 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.
About the venueFirst Baptist Church Ottawa
First Baptist Church in downtown Ottawa is a charming historical venue near Parliament Hill. With its exquisite stained-glass windows, magnificent wooden ceiling, and a remarkable Casavant organ, this church offers a captivating experience.
Address
140 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, K1P 5J4
Parking
There is no parking at the church itself. Free parking is available on both sides of Lisgar Street on weekends and evenings, and the City Hall parkade across the street is open on weekends for $2.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible: the entrance has no stairs, and there is an elevator to the performance space and to the accessible washroom.
FAQs Frequently asked questions
What are the different ticket types?
The ticket page shows the zones available for purchase. Zone A has the best view, while Zone D may only have a partial view.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Tickets are not available for purchase at the venue. All tickets must be bought through the Fever app or website (www.feverup.com) before you arrive.
Can I book a ticket for my carer?
Guests who need assistance throughout the experience can apply for one free pass for their personal assistant or support worker. Once you have bought your ticket (you need a valid ticket before applying), contact us with supporting documentation of your needs. If you have any concerns about accessible seating, please contact us at hello@feverup.com.
Is there an age requirement?
All guests must be 8 years old or older. 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 (available on the Apple App Store and Google Play). Remember to log in with the same method you used to make the purchase. Your QR code is also in your purchase confirmation email.
Can I change my ticket?
Subject to availability, you can change the date and/or time of your ticket up to 48 hours before the start of your experience. To do so, contact us with your ticket ID. For more information, see our T&Cs.
Are refunds allowed?
No refunds are allowed unless you purchased flexible cancellation. Exchanges to another date and/or time are permitted up to 48 hours before the start of the event you originally booked, subject to availability. Contact us directly to change your ticket.
Where is the experience taking place?
First Baptist Church, 140 Laurier Avenue West (at Elgin Street), Ottawa, ON K1P 5J4.
How do I get to the venue?
The entrance to the venue is on Laurier Avenue, at ground level.
Is food served?
No food or drinks are available for purchase at the venue. Only bottled water may be consumed inside the performance space.
Can I bring animals?
Animals are not allowed, except for service animals.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes. The venue entrance has no stairs, and there is an elevator to the performance space and to the accessible washroom.
Is there parking available?
There is no parking at First Baptist Church itself, but there is free parking on both sides of Lisgar Street on weekends and evenings. Parking in the City Hall parkade across the street is available on weekends for $2.
Can I take photos or videos during the performance?
Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece, without flash, when the musicians indicate it.
Can I use my phone during the performance?
Your phone must be on silent mode during the entire performance. Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece, without flash, when the musicians indicate it.
Can I leave the concert room during the performance?
Out of respect for the musicians and the audience, you will not be able to leave your seat except in an emergency.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert starts so you can be assigned a seat within the zone you purchased. The concert begins on time and the audience must already be seated. Late comers will not be allowed in, out of respect for the musicians and the audience.
What happens if weather conditions affect the event?
If weather conditions affect your experience in any way (a change of location or a postponement), we will notify you by email in advance.
Can I sit together with my friends?
Yes, you can sit with your friends 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 any other Fever account at no extra cost: just tap "Transfer Tickets" on your ticket in the Fever app. For additional help, contact us with your ticket ID.
Are the candles flammable?
For the safety of attendees, all candles are flameless.
What is Candlelight Photo (Snapshot by Candlelight)?
A photo experience available only to guests who purchase it: you have your photo taken in a specially designated area and receive it as a printed, Polaroid-style souvenir. Each purchase includes one instant picture.
Can I buy Candlelight Photo at the venue?
Yes, as long as it has not sold out. Guests who buy it online with their concert tickets have priority over on-site purchases. On-site purchases are by credit card only; cash is not accepted.
When is my Candlelight Photo taken?
Your photo is taken before the concert, and the photo experience closes 10 minutes before the concert starts. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert begins so there is time to take your photo.
When do I get my Candlelight Photo?
You choose your picture before it is printed. Our staff print the photos during the concert, and you collect them at the exit afterwards. Make sure you have your printed photos before you leave, as we cannot keep them for you. If you leave without your photos, we cannot offer a refund or reschedule the experience.
Where do I go to have my Candlelight Photo taken?
Once you are inside the venue, the staff will explain where the photo experience is, and there will be announcements so you don't miss it. Feel free to ask any staff member if you have questions.
How do I show that I purchased Candlelight Photo?
You will receive a QR code by email, separate from your concert ticket confirmation. Have it validated by the photographer at the venue before your picture is taken.
Can I get a refund for Candlelight Photo?
Refunds are not permitted unless the photo experience is cancelled for internal reasons, in which case you will be refunded for it.
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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