As the year unfolds, the best Candlelight concerts in Portland cast a warm, enchanting glow across the city, offering magical tributes to beloved artists and genres. This season, experience spellbinding classical renditions of modern favorites—some of the most popular in the city—like Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and The Beatles, alongside timeless compositions. With new classical music tributes released every season, there’s always something fresh and unforgettable to discover under the gentle flicker of candlelight.
These stunning candlelit concerts are lighting up Candlelight venues in Portland including the architectural gem Miller Hall and the Buckley Center Auditorium. Candlelight certainly knows how to deliver an incredible experience you’ll want to relive time and time again. All you have to do is sit back, relax and let these enchanting concerts do the rest.
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Featured Candlelight Concerts in Portland
Candlelight: Best of the 80s
Get ready for a fantabulous ride! This season, Candlelight is taking you on a musical journey back to the ’80s by reimagining iconic songs that reflect the decade’s free spirit. From “Don’t Stop Believin'” and “Eye of the Tiger” to “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” and “Livin’ on a Prayer”, we continue to hear these songs on the radio and even choose them for karaoke night. So head to the charming Miller Hall to experience them in a beautiful setting.
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Join the audience at Candlelight Portland for a magical evening celebrating two legendary bands. Experience Coldplay’s timeless anthems and Imagine Dragons’ electrifying hits like never before, brought to life on a candlelit stage. From the emotional power of Bad Liar and Believer to the soaring melodies of Clocks and Viva la Vida, this unforgettable concert offers a fresh, intimate take on the music you love. It’s a night of reimagined sound and heartfelt celebration for all fans.
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
When darkness falls and the air grows thick with mystery, a chilling concert awaits. Bathed in the soft flicker of candlelight, a live string quartet summons the eerie sounds of horror favorites like The Exorcist and Beetlejuice, alongside haunting classics such as ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ and ‘Thriller’. It’s a ghostly evening of music and atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Portland
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight concerts have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“I am doing this again. Candlelit room, respectful patrons, outstanding musicians, intimate venue. Magical music. Just wonderful!” – From Bach to The Beatles
“My daughters and I really enjoyed the music and all the candles!!” – Tribute to Taylor Swift
“Excellent show, everything was perfect!” – Tribute to Queen
“Beautiful! The musicians performed so passionately. I will absolutely be returning!” – Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More
“This was so so so so what I needed tonight. Intimate setting, wickedly talented musicians and just soul filling.” – Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
These magical concerts have dazzled audiences in over 170 cities around the world and show no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Their incomparable ambiances, talented musicians and many more reasons make Candlelight an experience unlike any other, and you won’t want to miss out. Simply sit back and savor the stunning classical takes on modern-day hits as well as the music of yesteryear.
Candlelight concerts take place twice each night with two back to back 60-65 minute performances. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each show.
Note that for the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.