Experiencing live music in softly glowing light is now possible thanks to Candlelight in Dubai. The acclaimed concert series, which has illuminated more than 100 cities around the world, shines a new light on influential musical artists and diverse genres while celebrating classical greats and contemporary hits. From Chopin to The Beatles, Coldplay to Vivaldi, and famous film scores by iconic composers, Candlelight sets your night alight.
Candlelight concerts in Dubai take over some of the city’s most stunning venues and transform them into brilliant performance spaces with the light of thousands of candles flickering off of the walls. Candlelight has illuminated The Theatre at Mall of the Emirates and L’Alliance Française, and continues to shine in Al Majlis Madinat Jumeirah Mina A’Salam. It’s unlike anything you’ve experienced before.
Additionally, gone are the days of distress when trying to find the perfect gift. Now, you can give the gift of Candlelight valid for any Candlelight event nationwide so the recipient of the gift can choose whichever performance they like best.
Featured Candlelight Concert
Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele
British singer-songwriter Adele may be known for her powerful voice and sentimental lyrics, but this Candlelight concert is taking her music to new places thanks to a classical twist. Listen to takes on “Hello”, “Water Under the Bridge”, “Someone Like You”, and many more fan favourites. “Rumour has it” this tribute is set to be mesmerising.
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Between Queen’s theatricality and ABBA’s flair for the dramatic, it’s a battle of the bands for the spot as one of the most successful and entertaining groups in the world. Candlelight brings some of their most iconic songs to Majlis Al Salam Ballroom in Mina A’Salam Hotel in Madinat Jumeirah, which will be bathed in the warm glow of candlelight. From “Dancing Queen” to “Bohemian Rhapsody”, the talented musicians of Gulf Strings will give you a taste of the two groups’ amazing repertoire.
Candlelight: Chopin’s Best Works
If you’re a fan of Western classical music, look no further than this mesmerising tribute to Frédéric Chopin. The Polish composer and virtuoso pianist was best known for his nocturnes, mazurkas and waltzes, some of which you can catch this season at the Grand Maximilian Ballroom of Raffles The Palm. Take your seat at the lavish venue and prepare to be enchanted by pianist Aldo Dotto’s insane talent, as he reimagines Nocturnes op. 9 n. 2, Fantaisie-Impromptu op. 66, Valse op. 64 n. 2, and more!
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Dubai
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Dubai. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“It was an enchanting evening, superb performance and venue.” – A Tribute to Coldplay
“Fantastic atmosphere!!!” – A Tribute to Chopin’s Best Works
“The performance was magical. We loved it , so beautiful.” – A Tribute to Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker
Hear your favourite movie and series soundtracks at Candlelight concerts that have stunned worldwide. Boasting awe-inspiring music, talented performers and thousands of candles, there are plenty of reasons to check Candlelight out. This series is seriously special!
Please note: For the safety of performers and the audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.