From Birmingham Cathedral to Birmingham City Council, historic and culturally-significant Candlelight venues in Birmingham are welcoming classical performances of some of your favourite songs and compositions this season. Combining live music with striking architecture, excellent acoustics and the warm glow of thousands of candles, these tribute concerts in Brum are truly something special.
Candlelight concert near you: Venues in Birmingham
St Philip’s Cathedral in Birmingham by Candlelight
Gracing Cathedral Square, Candlelight concerts at Birmingham Cathedral unfold beneath magnificent English Baroque architecture and the celebrated Burne-Jones stained glass windows, creating an inspiring backdrop for live music in Colmore Row. This 18th-century architectural masterpiece sits steps from Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and the bustling Bullring, with Snow Hill Station directly adjacent and bus routes 87, 16, and 45 providing seamless access from across the city centre.
Set within Georgian St Paul’s Square, Candlelight concerts at St Paul’s Church unfold beneath elegant 18th-century architecture within the last remaining Georgian square in the city, offering an enchanting backdrop for live music in the Jewellery Quarter. This historic Anglican church sits moments from The Jam House and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, with Jewellery Quarter station just steps away and Metro tram services providing direct access alongside bus routes 16, 74, and 101.
St Paul’s Church is located at St Paul’s Square, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham.
Candlelight concerts at Birmingham City Council unfold within the Grade II* listed Council House’s Banqueting Suite, featuring magnificent vaulted ceilings, marble columns, and ornate chandeliers. These intricate details create an elegant backdrop for live music in Victoria Square. Located in Birmingham’s historic civic heart beside the renowned Town Hall and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, the venue sits just steps from Town Hall Metro stop and Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham City Council is located at Council House, Victoria Square, City Centre, Birmingham.
More classical concert venues in Birmingham
Symphony Hall Birmingham: one of the best known venues for classical music, this iconic hall is home to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
Town Hall Birmingham: this Grade I-listed building hosts symphonic and chamber concerts, recitals, and more.
Bradshaw Hall: the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire’s hall showcases its talented students as well as visiting orchestras and chamber music.
