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Fleet Science Center

4.8(142)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
$45.36

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • A tribute to Dolly Parton

    A tribute to Dolly Parton

    Hear the songs of Dolly Parton reimagined for string quartet and played live in the Heikoff Giant Dome at Fleet 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

Candlelight concerts bring a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring places. At Fleet Science Center in San Diego, a string quartet pays tribute to the music of Dolly Parton, surrounded by the glow 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 venueFleet Science Center

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The Fleet Science Center connects people of all ages to the possibilities & power of science to create a better future. Their mission is to realize a San Diego where everyone is connected to the power of science. At the science center, you can explore and investigate more than 100 interactive exhibits that pique your curiosity & become immersed in a giant screen film adventure that shows the wonders of the planet—and beyond—in the Eugene Heikoff and Marilyn Jacobs Heikoff Giant Dome Theater.

  • Address

    1875 El Prado, San Diego, 92101

  • Parking

    Free lot parking is available within Balboa Park. The closest parking to the venue is off Park Boulevard at Space Theater Way.

  • Accessibility

    The venue is ADA compliant. Accessible seating for guests with mobility issues and their companions is available at the mid-deck level, on the left and right sides of the auditorium. Ask a manager for assistance when you arrive.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What are the different ticket types?
There are three zones: A, B and C. Zone A is closest to the stage.
How is seating assigned?
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 before you arrive.
How do 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. Contact us with proof that you need a carer ticket and we will send you a voucher code to get the free carer ticket. Show it along with your tickets to enter the venue. Each carer ticket must be purchased with at least one full-price ticket.
Is there an age requirement?
All guests must be 8 years old or older. Anyone under 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. 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 or time up to 48 hours before your experience starts: contact us with your ticket ID. Refunds are not allowed, except with a Flexible Refund Ticket. For more information, see our Terms and Conditions.
What is the Flexible Refund Ticket?
Available for selected events, the Flexible Refund Ticket lets you ask for a full refund if you decide not to attend.
When can I return a Flexible Refund Ticket?
You can return it for a full refund if you contact us up to 48 hours before the experience starts. The ticket becomes non-refundable if it is transferred to another user.
What documents do I need to get my refund?
No documentation is needed to claim your refund.
How do I request my refund?
Contact us to get your ticket refunded.
Where does the experience take place?
In the Heikoff Giant Dome at Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101.
How do I get to the venue?
Driving or rideshare is recommended.
Are food and drinks served?
Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and snacks are available for purchase. To drink alcohol you must be 21 or older with a valid ID.
Can I bring animals?
Animals are not allowed, except for service animals. Contact us if you plan to bring a service animal.
Is the venue accessible?
The venue is ADA compliant. Accessible seating for guests with mobility issues and their companions is available at the mid-deck level, on the left and right sides of the auditorium, with an excellent view. Ask a manager for assistance when you arrive and we will guide you to the best spot for your needs.
Is there parking?
Free lot parking is available within Balboa Park. The closest parking to the venue is off Park Boulevard at Space Theater Way.
Can I take photos or videos during the performance?
Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece, without flash, as the musicians will indicate.
Can I use my phone during the performance?
Your phone must be on silent during the entire performance. Photos and videos are only allowed during the final piece, without flash.
Can I leave the room during the performance?
Out of respect for the musicians and the audience, you won't be able to leave your seat except in an emergency.
When should I arrive?
The concert lasts 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the start time on your ticket, and we recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early. The performance starts promptly and doors close once it begins: no late entry is permitted under any circumstances.
What happens if the weather affects the event?
If the weather affects your experience in any way (a change of location or a postponement), we will let you know by email in advance.
Can I sit with my 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 seat you together.
Can I transfer my tickets to someone else?
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 help, contact us with your ticket ID.
Are the candles flammable?
No. For everyone's safety, all candles are flameless.
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
20 Nov
8:30 PM
Obstructed View
$42.00
+ $3.36 booking fee
Zone C
$78.50
+ $6.28 booking fee
Zone B
$87.00
+ $6.96 booking fee
Zone A
$100.00
+ $8.00 booking fee
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