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McNamara Alumni Center

4.8(142)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
$43.20

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • The music of Michael Jackson

    The music of Michael Jackson

    Hear Michael Jackson's songs arranged for string quartet and played live, surrounded by candles.

  • 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

  • Bad
  • Rock With You
  • Human Nature
  • Billie Jean
  • Say Say Say
  • We Are the World
  • Man in the Mirror
  • Smooth Criminal
  • Black or White
  • Heal the World
  • Remember the Time
  • Earth Song
  • They Don't Really Care About Us
  • Thriller

Performers

  • String quartetListeso String Quartet

Gallery

In short About the concert

Discover the music of Michael Jackson like never before at this Candlelight concert at McNamara Alumni Center in Minneapolis. A string quartet brings his songs to life, played live in a room lit by 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 venueMcNamara Alumni Center

McNamara Alumni Center 1McNamara Alumni Center 2

Set on the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis, McNamara Alumni Center is an architectural landmark for Candlelight concerts. Inspired by Minnesota’s wood, water, and copper landscapes, its soaring Memorial Hall and geode-like design create a warm, modern atmosphere where live music feels both grand and intimate.

  • Address

    200 SE Oak St, Minneapolis, 55455

  • Parking

    There are parking lots nearby, within walking distance. Ride shares are recommended.

  • Accessibility

    The venue is accessible and ADA compliant.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What ticket types are available?
Tickets are sold by zone, according to visibility: Zone A (best visibility), Zone B (great visibility), Zone C (good visibility) and Zone D (okay visibility).
Where can I find my ticket?
In the "Tickets" section of the Fever app (App Store or Google Play), signing in with the same method you used to buy. Your QR code is also in your confirmation email.
Can I transfer my tickets?
Yes, for free: tap "Transfer Tickets" on your ticket in the Fever app. If you need help, contact support with your order number.
Can I change the date or time of my ticket?
Date changes are possible up to 24 hours in advance. Contact support with your ticket ID, or use the "Exchange date and/or time" button in the app if it appears.
Can I get a refund?
Refunds are not permitted, as set out in the Terms & Conditions. The Flexible Cancellation add-on offers an alternative policy.
How do refunds work with Flexible Cancellation?
If you bought Flexible Cancellation, you can request a cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts by contacting support. A ticket transferred to another user becomes non-refundable.
What is Candlelight Photo?
A personalized photo session in a designated area of the venue, with one Polaroid-style instant print to keep as a souvenir.
Can I buy Candlelight Photo at the venue?
Yes, as long as it has not sold out; guests who bought it online have priority. At the venue it can only be paid by credit card, not in cash.
When are the photos taken?
Before the concert: the photo experience ends 10 minutes before it starts, so arrive at least 30 minutes early.
How do I get my photo?
You choose your photo before it is printed. Staff print it during the concert and you collect it at the exit. Photos cannot be stored, and a photo that is not collected cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
Where does the photo experience take place?
Venue staff will explain the photo experience once you are inside.
What is the Candles 3-Pack?
Three premium electric candles that recreate a warm, flickering glow.
How do I collect a Candles 3-Pack bought online?
Collect it at the designated spot at the venue on the day of the event. All sales are final: items cannot be refunded or returned.
How are seats assigned?
Zones are based on view quality. Staff assign seats at the entrance, first come, first served, within the zone on your ticket.
Can I sit with my friends?
Yes, if you arrive together and all have tickets for the same zone. We recommend arriving early.
Is there an age requirement?
Guests must be 8 or older. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
No. Tickets are not sold at the venue: buy them in the Fever app or on the Fever website.
When should I arrive?
Arrive at least 30 minutes early. Doors close 5 minutes before the start and late arrivals are not admitted.
Can I request a ticket for my carer?
Guests who need assistance can apply for one free pass for a personal assistant or support worker. Contact support to receive a voucher, subject to availability.
Is food or drink sold at the venue?
No, no food or drink is sold at the event.
Can I leave during the performance?
No, leaving during the performance is not permitted except in an emergency.
Are the candles real?
No, all candles are flameless, for everyone's safety.
Can I take photos or use my phone?
Keep your phone on silent throughout the concert. Photos and videos are allowed only during the final piece, as the musicians indicate, and without flash.
What should I wear?
Temperatures at the venue may vary with the season, so dress accordingly.
What happens if the weather changes?
If weather conditions lead to a change of location or a postponement, you will be notified by email in advance.
Can I bring animals?
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes, the venue is accessible and ADA compliant.
Is there parking?
There are parking lots nearby, within walking distance. Ride shares are recommended.

Need help?

Contact Support here.

Select date and session

Select date and session

Sun
13 Dec
6:30 PM
Zone D
$40.00
+ $3.20 booking fee
Zone C
$48.00
+ $3.84 booking fee
Zone B
$63.50
+ $5.08 booking fee
Zone A
$84.00
+ $6.72 booking fee
1 ticket

Candlelight Photo

Includes an instant photo of you or your group in a candlelit environment. Save 20% by purchasing online.
Add for $12.00
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Candle 3-Pack

Take the magic of Candlelight home! A pack of 3 premium electric candles that perfectly recreate the warm, flickering glow of Candlelight.
Add for $20.00
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