After receiving rave reviews and filling up unique venues around the world, these spellbinding concerts are certainly the best plan to experience a magical evening that you’ll want to relive again and again. While good music venues in Minneapolis aren’t hard to come by, Candlelight continues to light up some of Minneapolis’ most beloved spaces, from theaters to art hubs, with the glow of glimmering candles for enchanting and new live music performances.
Granada Theater, The Westminster Presbyterian Sanctuary, and the Luminary Arts Center are just some of the fabulous venues that are setting the scene for this series of extraordinary Candlelight concerts. Listen to musical performances while appreciating the one-of-a-kind interior of a special Minneapolis venue.
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Calvary Baptist Church: Newly Restored and Romantic
Established in 1883, Calvary Baptist Church is “an architecturally marvellous place” and has been recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. And now, you can make your way to the Whittier Neighborhood for special tributes bathed in the glow of candlelight. The stained glass windows, original wooden pews and historic architecture provide the perfect setting for classical concerts.
The Luminary Arts Center: A Dynamic, Creative Hub
Owned and operated by Minnesota Opera, the Luminary Arts Center is situated on Dakota land, and it recognizes the historical, spiritual, and cultural significance of this territory, urging reflection and collective action to rectify the erasure of Indigenous peoples in the arts. With a focus on fostering a supportive environment, the Luminary Arts Center stands as a beacon for artistic expression, cultural respect, and community engagement.
Granada Theater: Bringing The Night Sky Inside
Once used as a movie theater that screened hundreds of silent movies released in the 1920s, Granada Theater now hosts this series of enchanting Candlelight concerts in addition to birthday celebrations and other special occasions. The venue is home to one of the few remaining atmospheric auditoriums in Minneapolis and gives visitors the chance to enjoy live music under a midnight-blue ceiling covered in artificial twinkling stars.
Once you’re seated, you’ll notice how the sparkling lights from above combine with the warm glow of candles to create a soothing ambiance perfect for enjoying an evening of live music.
With so many fabulous musical performances to choose from, you are sure to find a Candlelight concert that suits your music taste, from classical tributes to concerts dedicated to pop hits, iconic film scores and more.
These concerts have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it an “extremely intimate experience.” But if you still need some convincing, we’ve rounded up some of our top reasons why you should attend one of these intimate Candlelight concerts in Minneapolis.
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.