Fever exclusive

The Castle Theatre

4.8(142)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
$25.00

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • Christmas carols on strings

    Christmas carols on strings

    Hear the carols of the season reimagined for string quartet and played live at The Castle Theatre.

  • 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

  • 12 Days of ChristmasTraditional
  • Angels We Have Heard On HighJames Chadwick Trio
  • Away in a MangerWilliam J. Kirkpatrick
  • Carol of the BellsMykola Leontovych
  • Deck The HallsEmergence Quartet
  • Ding Dong Merrily on HighThoinot Arbeau
  • Do You Hear What I HearGloria Shayne
  • God Rest Ye Merry GentlemenPentatonix
  • Good King WenceslasJohn Mason Neale
  • Greensleeves (What Child Is This)William Chatterton Dix
  • Hark The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn
  • In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst
  • Joy To The WorldGeorge Frideric Handel
  • O TannenbaumA Little Time
  • O Come, All Ye FaithfulJohn Francis Wade
  • All Ye FaithfulJohn Francis Wade
  • O Holy NightAdolphe Adam
  • O Little Town of BethlehemElvis Presley
  • Silent NightFranz Xaver Gruber
  • The First NoelTraditional
  • GreensleevesTraditional
  • O Christmas TreeErnst Anschütz
  • In The Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst
  • Twelve Days of ChristmasTraditional
  • Hark! The Herald Angels SingFelix Mendelssohn

Performers

  • String quartetListeso

Gallery

In short About the concert

Get into the holiday spirit with Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings at The Castle Theatre in Bloomington. A string quartet performs timeless Christmas carols live, in an intimate setting lit 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

  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 venueThe Castle Theatre

The Castle Theatre 1

The Castle Theatre is a historic and intimate venue known for its charming architecture and vibrant performances. Hosting concerts, plays, and community events, it offers a unique atmosphere blending cultural heritage with contemporary entertainment. Image source: https://enjoyillinois.dottie.io/

  • Address

    209 East Washington Street STE 1, Bloomington, 61701

  • Parking

    There is plenty of street parking, and guests can park in the bank lot across the street after 5pm.

  • Accessibility

    The venue is ADA-compliant, with the exception of the Balcony.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What are the different ticket types?
There are four zones: Zone A (premium visibility), Zone B (great visibility), Zone C (good visibility) and Zone D (Balcony). Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Tickets are not available for purchase at the venue. All tickets must be purchased through the Fever app or website (www.feverup.com) before arriving at the event.
Can I book a ticket for my carer?
Guests requiring assistance throughout the experience are entitled to apply for one free pass for their carer. Once you have purchased your ticket (you must hold a valid ticket before applying), please contact us with your details and we will guide you through the next steps.
Is there an age requirement for the event?
All guests must be 8 years old or older to attend. 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). Please remember to log in with the same method you used to make the purchase. You will also find your QR code in your purchase confirmation email.
Can I change my ticket?
Subject to availability, changes of date and/or time are permitted up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience. To do so, please contact us with your ticket ID.
Are refunds allowed?
No refunds are allowed unless a flexible cancelation ticket has been purchased. Exchanges to other dates and/or times are permitted up to 48 hours before the start time of the originally purchased event, subject to availability. Please contact us directly to change your ticket.
What is a flexible cancelation ticket?
Available for selected events, a flexible cancelation ticket allows you to ask for a refund or exchange your ticket in case you decide not to attend the experience.
When can I return my flexible cancelation ticket?
You can cancel your flexible cancelation ticket by contacting us up to 48 hours before the experience starts. Please note that the ticket becomes non-refundable if it is transferred to another user.
What documents do I have to present to cancel my ticket?
No documentation is needed to claim your refund or exchange.
If I opt for a refund, how long does it take to process and how will I receive it?
If you used a credit card or PayPal account to make the purchase, the total amount of the ticket price will be credited back to your account. Keep in mind that the money could take 10+ days to appear on your statement. If you bought your ticket(s) using a voucher, you’ll find a new voucher in the “Vouchers” section of the app. This voucher is different from your Fever Club Wallet.
Will I get a full refund?
You'll receive a refund for the entire ticket price, with the exception of the 10% fee paid for the flexible ticket option.
If I opt for an exchange, when will I receive the new ticket?
You will receive a voucher for the same value as your purchase as soon as you request it. You can use this voucher to come back to the experience and buy a new date and/or time.
Can I change my ticket for a different experience?
If you opt for an exchange voucher, you can only use it to purchase the same experience.
How do I request my refund?
Please contact us to get your flexible cancelation ticket refunded.
Where is the experience taking place?
At The Castle Theatre, 209 E Washington St STE 1, Bloomington, IL 61701.
How do I get to the venue?
You can drive to the venue or use a rideshare service. There are also a number of bus lines with stops within a 5-minute walk of the venue.
Is there food and beverage service available at the venue?
A selection of wine, beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for separate purchase at the venue.
Can I bring animals?
Animals are not allowed, except for service animals.
Does this venue have disability access?
The venue is ADA-compliant, with the exception of the Balcony.
Is there parking available?
There is plenty of street parking, and guests can park in the bank lot across the street after 5pm.
Can I enter once the concert has started?
No. Doors open 45 minutes before the show, and there is no entry once it starts.
Are the candles real? Are they flammable?
For everyone's safety, the candles are LED: they recreate the glow of a flame without real fire, so they don't burn and pose no risk.
Can I take photos or record videos? Can I use my phone during the performance?
Please keep your phone on silent throughout the performance. Photos and videos are only allowed when the musicians say so, and always without flash.
Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
There is no dress code. We recommend dressing comfortably, in clothes suited to the season.

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Select date and session

Select date and session

Fri
18 Dec
6:30 PM
8:45 PM
Balcony
$25.00
Zone C
$29.00
Zone B
$34.00
Zone A
$41.50
1 ticket

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