Candlelight: Christmas Classics

4.8(142)

Duration: 60 minutes

Live music: String quartet

Ambience: Lit by candles

Ages: 8+

Venue: Indoor

From

$35.00

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Holiday classics in a candlelit hall
Festive favorites played live by a string quartet, surrounded by the glow of hundreds of candles.
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

Dance of the Sugar Plum FairyPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Greensleeves (What Child Is This)William Chatterton Dix
Carol of the BellsMykola Leontovych
O Holy NightAdolphe Adam
O Christmas TreeErnst Anschütz
We Wish you a Merry ChristmasArthur Warrell
Let It SnowJule Styne
Feliz NavidadJosé Feliciano
Jingle BellsJames L. Pierpont
Rocking Around the Christmas TreeBrenda Lee
Love Is All AroundWet Wet Wet
Let It Go from FrozenKristen Anderson-Lopez
Once upon a DecemberLiz Callaway
Maestro from The HolidayHans Zimmer
It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like ChristmasMichael Bublé
Last ChristmasWham!
All I Want for Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Performers

String quartetMetropolis String Quartet

In short About the concert

Candlelight: Christmas Classics brings the season's best-loved tunes to the Chicago Cultural Center, played live by a string quartet in 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

Arrive early
Doors open 60 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.

Reviews What guests are saying

4.8/5

based on 142 reviews

It was an exceptional experience.

What a beautiful evening, thank you!

Friendly staff and beautiful music! It was our first Candlelight event and we loved it!

Friendly staff, great location and superb artist. It was a great event. Highly recommended

Gorgeous music, venue heavenly indeed

About the venueChicago Cultural Center

The Chicago Cultural Center is a historic building in the Loop district with two beautiful stained-glass domes and restored interiors. It offers events, exhibitions, and performances, including music, dance, theater, and family events. Visitors can also enjoy the interactive Learning Lab and shop at the Public Media Institute. Image source: https://www.chicago.gov/

Address
78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL , USA, 60602
Parking
Paid parking at Millennium Garages, subject to availability. Reservations can be made in advance.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible venue, restrooms and elevators. Accessible entrance on Garland Court at Randolph Street.

FAQs Before the candles are lit

What are the different ticket types?

Zone A (premium visibility), Zone B (great visibility) and Zone C (good visibility). Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone.

Is there an age requirement for the event?

All guests must be 8 years old or older. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Are the candles flammable?

No. For the safety of everyone, all candles are flameless.

When should I arrive?

Doors open 60 minutes before the show. The concert starts on time and late arrivals are not admitted, so please arrive early enough to be seated within your zone.

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 and without flash, as indicated by the musicians.

Can I purchase tickets at the door?

No. Tickets are not sold on site. They can only be purchased in the Fever app or on the Fever website.

Can I book a ticket for my carer or caretaker?

Guests who need assistance throughout the experience can apply for one free pass for their caretaker. You must hold a valid ticket before applying, so once you have purchased yours, contact Fever for more information.

Where can I find my ticket?

You can find your ticket in the Tickets section of the Fever app. Sign in with the same login method you used to make the purchase. Your QR code is also in your confirmation email.

Where is the experience taking place?

Preston Bradley Hall at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602.

How do I get to the venue?

CTA buses and trains and Metra commuter rail lines stop near the Cultural Center. Parking in the area is difficult.

Will food and beverages be available for purchase?

No. There will be no food or beverages for purchase at this event.

Can I bring animals? Are service dogs allowed?

No pets are allowed at the venue, but service animals are welcome.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. The venue, restrooms and elevators are wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is at street level on Garland Court and Randolph Street, leading to the westernmost Randolph Square doors, which open with power assistance.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is paid parking at Millennium Garages, subject to availability.

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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