Fever exclusive

Chabot Space & Science Center

4.8(142)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
$47.52

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • Dolly Parton on strings

    Dolly Parton on strings

    Hear Dolly Parton's songs reimagined for string quartet and played live at Chabot Space & Science Center.

  • 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

  • Jolene
  • 9 to 5
  • Islands in the Stream (with Kenny Loggins)
  • I Will Always Love You
  • Here You Come Again
  • Coat of Many Colors
  • Wildflowers (with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris)
  • Why’d You Come in Here Looking Like That
  • Two Doors Down
  • My Tennessee Mountain Home
  • Love Is Like a Butterfly
  • Dumb Blonde
  • Light of a Clear Blue Morning
  • Just Because I’m a Woman
  • Potential New Boyfriend

Performers

  • String quartetRange Ensemble

Gallery

In short About the concert

Enjoy the music of Dolly Parton as you've never heard it before at Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland. A string quartet performs her best-loved songs live, in an intimate setting lit by candles, for a Candlelight concert to remember.

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

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

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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 ADA compliant and accessible.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

Where can I find my ticket?
You'll find your ticket in the Tickets section of the Fever app, available on the App Store and Google Play. Sign in with the same method you used to buy it. Your QR code is also in your purchase confirmation email.
Does my ticket give me access to the exhibits?
Yes. The exhibits on the first floor are open before the show. After Friday performances, Chabot's astronomers also offer free telescope viewing on the Observation Deck.
Can I transfer my tickets?
Yes, for free, with the "Transfer Tickets" option in the Fever app. If you need help, contact support with your order number.
Can I change the date or time of my ticket?
You can change the date up to 24 hours in advance. Use the "Exchange date and/or time" button in the Tickets section of the app if it appears, or contact support with your ticket ID.
Can I get a refund?
Tickets are non-refundable under any circumstances. The Flexible Cancellation add-on offers an alternative cancellation policy.
Can I get a refund on a Flexible Cancellation ticket?
Yes, as long as you request the cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts. A ticket that has been transferred can no longer be refunded.
What is "Candlelight Photo"?
An exclusive, personalized photo session in a designated area of the venue, with one Polaroid-style instant print to keep as a souvenir.
Can I buy the photo at the venue?
Yes, as long as it has not sold out. Guests who buy it online with their tickets get priority. At the venue, payment is by credit card only; cash is not accepted.
When is my photo taken?
Before the concert. The photo session ends 10 minutes before the concert starts, so arrive at least 30 minutes early.
When do I get my photo?
You choose your favorite shot before it is printed. Staff print it during the concert and you collect it at the exit. Photos can't be stored, and a photo left uncollected can't be refunded or rescheduled.
Where do I go for the photo?
Once you're inside, venue staff will explain how the photo session works. Any member of staff can answer your questions.
What is the "Candles 3-Pack"?
Three premium electric candles that recreate the warm, flickering glow of a candle flame.
What is the policy for Candles 3-Packs bought online?
They must be collected at the designated spot at the venue at the time of your event, as they are tied to that date and location. Candle add-ons bought online and collected on site are non-refundable and non-returnable, and all sales are final.
How are the seating zones organized?
The theater is divided into zones according to their view of the stage. Staff assign seats at the entrance on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone you selected.
Can my friends and I sit together?
Yes, if you arrive together and all have tickets for the same zone. Arriving early helps, and staff will do their best to seat you together.
Is there an age requirement?
Guests must be 8 or older, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Are tickets sold at the entrance?
No. Tickets are sold only through the Fever app and website.
When should I arrive?
We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early so you can be seated in your zone. Doors open 45 minutes before the show, and there is no entry once it has started.
Can I get a free ticket for my carer?
Guests who need assistance can request one free pass for a personal assistant or support worker by contacting Fever. You'll receive a voucher to claim the free carer ticket in the app, subject to availability.
Is food and drink available?
Yes, food and drinks can be purchased at the venue.
Can I leave during the performance?
No, except in an emergency.
Are the candles flammable?
No. All the candles are flameless, for everyone's safety.
Can I use my phone during the concert?
Please keep your phone on silent throughout the performance. Photos and videos are only allowed during the final piece, without flash.
What temperature should I expect?
The temperature can vary with the season, so dress accordingly.
What if the weather affects the event?
If the weather means the event has to change location or be postponed, Fever will let you know by email in advance.
Can I bring animals?
Pets are not allowed at the venue, but service animals are welcome.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes. The venue is ADA compliant.
Is there parking?
Yes, free parking is available.
Will there be flashing or strobe lights?
No, there are no strobe lights.
Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
There is no dress code. We recommend dressing comfortably, in clothes suited to the season.

Need help?

Contact Support here.

Select date and session

Select date and session

Sun
13 Dec
5:30 PM
Zone C
$44.00
+ $3.52 booking fee
Zone B
$59.00
+ $4.72 booking fee
Zone A
$85.00
+ $6.80 booking fee
1 ticket

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