With warmer days, blooming flowers and budding trees on the horizon, the city finally feels like it’s warming up (even if just in our hopes and dreams). Luckily for us, Candlelight concerts in Stockholm are casting their warm glow throughout the city all year round. Featuring tributes to some of the most celebrated composers, artists and musicians in the likes of Coldplay, Queen and Ludovico Einaudi, these candlelit performances are led by classically trained musicians inside some of the city’s most gorgeous spaces.
This season’s Candlelight venues include the iconic concert hall Eric Ericsonhallen and the centuries-old Musikaliska Kvarteret. These culturally significant spots in Stockholm will fully transform as they’re illuminated by thousands of twinkling candles that sway to timeless tunes.
For those of you who tend to have a hard time picking a gift for your family and friends, a mesmerising concert by candlelight is always a great choice. The recipient of the gift can choose which tribute speaks to them, so you know they’ll be happy no matter what. It’s easy and hassle-free.
Featured Candlelight concerts in Stockholm
Candlelight: Coldplay Meets Imagine Dragons
If you are an avid pop-rock fan, you should not miss this Candlelight tribute. It celebrates the impressive discography of two of the most successful bands of all time, Coldplay and Imagine Dragons. They are known for selling out stadiums and arenas around the world and connecting with audiences on a deeper level with their heartfelt lyrics and anthemic hits. This season, you can hear their greatest hits reinterpreted in classic form, from “Clocks” to “Radioactive” at Eric Ericsonhallen.
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
As we move into a new season, why not fully embrace all the seasons with this spectacular tribute to Vivaldi’s four-part masterpiece? Taking place at the Musikaliska Kvarteret, skilled musicians will take you through spring, summer, autumn and winter surrounded by a sea of candles. Mark this one on your calendar if you’re searching for an inspiring experience in Stockholm.
Candlelight: Queen meets ABBA
Lastly, for those who appreciate theatrics, pop and rock anthems, with a sprinkle of disco, this Candlelight tribute to two of the most successful bands in music history is for you. Why we’re talking about Stockholm’s own ABBA and legendary Queen! Set inside the historic Musikaliska Kvarteret, this concert celebrates the iconic discography of these two groups, including hits like “Dancing Queen”, “Waterloo”, “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Don’t Stop Me Now”. As a talented string quartet takes to the stage, audiences can unwind to the soothing flicker of thousands of candles that will accompany you throughout the evening.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts In Stockholm
Candlelight Reviews
The magical concerts have enchanted audiences worldwide and have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience.”
“It’s rightfully called an experience!” – The Best of Ludovico Einaudi
“Amazing! Great performance and ambience.” – Tribute to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
“Amazing experience I cried !!” – Tribute to Queen
“Magic! 🕯🕯🎻🎻🕯🕯” – Tribute to ABBA
“So nice! The atmosphere was perfect” – Tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons
From the incredible repertoire to the gorgeous venues lit up each evening by thousands of candles, there are plenty of reasons to attend a Candlelight concert in Stockholm. Take the time to savour soundtracks from famous movies and series, odes to famous popstars and much more at the global sensation that is Candlelight.
The Candlelight series takes place over the course of 60 mesmerizing minutes and doors open 45 minutes before the concert start time. What’s more, these concerts are also lighting up other cities close by, including Helsinki.