The sun’s rays are reflected in the water of the Trevi fountain, and the Spanish Steps are filled with tourists enjoying a cool gelato. The days are getting longer and quickly leading us into the most beautiful season of the year. Even during these balmy evenings,Candlelight ‘s exciting concerts in Rome continue to light up the city with their magic. From the international appeal of tributes to ABBA and Queen, to tributes to the great masters of Italian music such as Ennio Morricone and Ludovico Einaudi, not forgetting the special outdoor editions that make each evening a unique and unforgettable experience.
As night falls, an intimate and welcoming atmosphere will fill the halls of Rome’s wonderful venues, such as the striking Villa Parco della Vittoria and los historic Boscolo Circo Massimo, transforming them into enchanted settings.
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Featured Candlelight concerts in Rome
Candlelight Open Air
Roman sunsets dye the sky red and a sky quilted with stars is silhouetted above the Colosseum. Lighting up the city even more during this summer are the Candlelight Open Air concerts. The summer version of the candlelight concert series moves to open-air locations, where the notes of classic renditions of music’s greatest hits will echo in the air of historic villas and amphitheaters.
Candlelight Open Air: Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi
Ludovico Einaudi is one of the most beloved composers on the contemporary scene, capable of moving people with his evocative melodies and making his mark on cinema, as evidenced by the soundtrack to the touching Almost Friends.
The Candlelight tribute pays tribute to his art with an immersive concert, where the beauty of his music comes to life in an intimate and dreamy atmosphere. Iconic tracks such as Experience, Spring and The Days will resonate in the air, while thousands of candles will surround the audience and create a mesmerizing backdrop.
Candlelight: Coldplay VS Imagine Dragons
Get ready to experience a magical evening where the best of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons intertwine in an exciting tribute concert by the light of thousands of candles. Their most iconic songs will come to life in an intimate and atmospheric atmosphere, providing a unique experience for pop-rock lovers.
Two of the most influential bands of the 21st century, protagonists of extraordinary streaming and sales records, compete in a musical journey celebrating their incredible success. Be transported by the timeless melodies that have defined a generation, in an evening that promises unforgettable thrills.
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Reviews at Candlelight
Candlelight has received countless 5-star reviews from around the world. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting and new concert experience” and that “the artists were fantastic!”
“Wonderful event, a unique thrill!“ – Tribute to Queen & ABBA. January, 2025
“Lovely location, exciting concert.” – Tribute to Ennio Morricone. April, 2024
“Simply Beautiful!” – Tribute to Antonio Vivaldi. October, 2024
Why choose Candlelight for a special evening? There are many reasons, one of them being the opportunity to hear timeless songs and soundtracks in a classical key
This luminous concert series, has been a huge success all over the world. It now takes place in more than 100 cities, such as eternal Rome, where it has become one of the most prominent musical events in the classical music scene, or picturesque Florence.