As the sun shines brighter and brighter and flowers bloom, magical Candlelight concerts in Amsterdam continue to light up the city. Live music tributes to the likes of Vivaldi, Adele, Coldplay and Taylor Swift shine with the help of thousands of twinkling candles. With the flickering candlelight illuminating each venue, these live music experiences bring a cosy, unforgettable atmosphere to Amsterdam this season.
Intimate and extraordinary atmospheres will continue to be created at beautiful Candlelight venues in Amsterdam, including Felix Meritis, a symbol of intellectual freedom, and Rode Hoed, a historical venue on the canals of Amsterdam. And the city’s most talented musicians will only elevate the dreamy ambiance to new heights.
Additionally, gifting this unique experience to someone you love is a heartfelt gesture that shows you truly care. For the next celebration, give the gift of Candlelight with a gift card.
Featured Candlelight Concerts in Amsterdam
Candlelight Spring concerts
Candlelight Spring is a series of concert specials that are celebrating the blossoming of the season. You can catch candlelit tributes to the likes of Adele, ABBA, Coldplay and Vivaldi performed by classically trained musicians amid a gorgeous flowery display.
Candlelight: Coldplay meets Imagine Dragons
Celebrate the alternative music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, two of the most popular bands of our time. Known for their anthemic, stadium-filling sounds, both bands blend elements of pop and rock while incorporating synths. From Coldplay’s “Clocks” to Imagine Dragons’ “Believer”–—and many more—discover what makes these two groups so lovable. Here’s a hint: emotional themes and an immersive, dramatic sound.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele
Meanwhile, Amsterdam’s Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele at Rode Hoed offers an unforgettable evening of Adele classics such as “Chasing Pavements”, “Somebody Like You”, and “Hello”, performed by a string ensemble, creating a perfect blend of classical notes and sentimentality.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in Amsterdam
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Amsterdam. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“Excellent. Absolutely magnificent.” – Tribute to Coldplay
“Great performance 😍” – Tribute to Queen
“That was quite an experience! ❤️” – Tribute to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
“What a magical experience. Thank you!” – Tribute to Adele
“So beautiful!” – Tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons
These enchanting evenings are unforgettable experiences, perfect for romantic rendezvous, dates with friends, and outings with your favourite people. With a range of concert tributes to classical music legends, contemporary stars, iconic film soundtracks and more, there’s no time like the present to plan an exceptional candlelit night of song dedicated to music’s biggest icons.
Candlelight concerts typically take place twice each night with two back-to-back 60-65 minute performances. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each show and no late entry is permitted so as to not disturb the serene setting created inside. And if you’re still unconvinced, we’ve rounded up a few more compelling reasons why you should experience a Candlelight concert in Amsterdam.