Step into a captivating setting with Candlelight Wellington, where a sea of flickering candles and enchanting melodies will bring warmth and magic to the city. These popular concerts will treat you to unforgettable performances inspired by contemporary favorites and classical legends alike, blending genres from pop to rock.
This season, the 19th-century Wesley Church is providing a gorgeous setting for Candlelight to work its magic in. Whether on your own, with a mate, a group of friends, or a special someone, there’s a Candlelight concert to entertain everybody.
And if you’re on the lookout for the perfect last-minute gift idea, you’ll be happy to come across a Candlelight gift card. Surprise someone special with an incredible live music performance!
Featured Candlelight Concerts
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Candlelight invites you to a tribute that’s all yellow and celebrates some of the greatest hits by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons. The bands undoubtedly share a tendency to release anthemic melodies and certainly know how to excite a crowd. Let classical renditions of “Bad Liar”, “Adventure of a Lifetime”, “The Scientist”, and more from the groups’ respective discographies really put you in a musical spell and make you connect with their music even more.
Candlelight Valentine’s Day concerts
This February, it’s all about love at the heavenly Wesley Methodist Church because Candlelight brings iconic love songs and compositions to gorgeous Wellington. From “Can You Feel The Love Tonight?” and “La Vie En Rose” to “Por Una Cabeza” and “Can’t Help Falling In Love”, these melodies tug at the heartstrings like few things do. Whether you want to share the experience with your sweetheart or with family and friends, there’s no better way to celebrate love and affection than with this breathtaking Candlelight tribute.
Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Wellington
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Wellington. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“Very pleasantly surprised. This was the first time I have been to a performance like this and I’ll definitely attend another” — A Tribute to Queen
“Just fantastic! A great selection of songs and very talented musicians…wow!” — Best of Magical Movie Soundtracks
“Wonderful quartet and visual experience. Highly recommend Fever concerts.” — Holiday Special on Strings
“Awesome talent, great venue, fabulous music. The commentary brought it all to life. The encore was equally fabulous. Thanks for an awesome evening.” — Vivaldi Four Seasons
Typically, there are two Candlelight concerts every evening, an early and a later session, which gives audiences ample choice and opportunity to experience music by Candlelight the way they would like to. It also gives audiences plenty of time to go out for dinner before or after and make the night more of a memorable experience.
With tributes to some of the most influential artists from nearly every musical genre, iconic film soundtrack and more, Candlelight is a night out that anyone can enjoy. So, sit back, relax and let the power of music wash over you!
Please note: For the safety of performers and the audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.