What makes these candlelit concerts so appealing: the unbeatable atmosphere, the talented musicians or the 5-star Candlelight concert reviews in Amsterdam? Well, it’s all that and more. Thousands of candles light up the city’s best venues and people just can’t seem to get enough. These concerts are live music tributes to contemporary artists and classical composers, illuminated by a sea of candles. If you’re still skeptical or have more questions, here’s everything you need to know about these intimate performances.
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Candlelight Reviews in Amsterdam
Reviews for this concert series are available on the Candlelight marketplace. After their concert, guests leave a rating out of five stars. In Amsterdam, audiences have praised the performances, musicians, ambience and overall experience.
“Het was fantastisch! Wat een akoestiek😍” – Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More, Jan 2026
“Fantastische locatie met mooie muziek en geweldige akoestiek“ – Candlelight: Tribute aan Phil Collins, Jan 2026
“Het was een prachtig concert! Zo knap gedaan. Prachtige harmonieën. Hele bijzondere ervaring. Wij komen zeker terug!” – Candlelight: Tribute aan The Beatles, Jan 2026
“It really was an amazing experience..! 🫶🏼✨” – Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons, Jan 2026
“Super leuke ervaring gehad.”– Candlelight: Een tribute aan Hans Zimmer, Jan 2026
“Beautiful and exciting presentation! What a wonderful experience”– Candlelight: Tribute aan The Weeknd, Jan 2026
“Very fun experience and lovely music”– Tribute to Joe Hisaishi, 2 November
More reasons to attend Candlelight
Thousands of candles illuminate every concert location
Things are usually much more special when done by candlelight, and these concerts are no different. Thousands of twinkling candles light up some of Amsterdam’s most remarkable locations, including Rode Hoed and De Waalse Kerk. When music sounds in a relaxing, candlelit space, there’s something utterly magical in the air. Then add the breathtaking architecture of the venues to the evening, and the whole experience is simply unmatched.
Check out all the Candlelight venues in Amsterdam here.Classical music for every ear
Candlelight’s mission is to make classical music accessible for everyone. Gone are the days when concerts like these were intended for a select few. Audiences are invited to tributes to some of music’s most revered classical composers, including Vivaldi, Bach and Mozart. It’s a great way to discover the genre’s brightest stars, but even if you’re a classical music aficionado, it gives you the chance to hear your favourite works in a whole new light.
Not just classical music
Though Candlelight are big fans of the classical, their repertoire isn’t limited to the pieces of yesteryear. Modern-day hit makers including Adele, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift as well as bands like Coldplay and Queen get their flowers on the candlelit stage too. There are even tributes to iconic TV and film scores that feature in some of our favourite shows and movies.
Candlelight concerts for every season
The Candlelight concert series will get behind any excuse to celebrate a seasonal event. When Valentine’s Day comes around, there are usually several concerts dedicated to iconic love songs. And it’s the same with Christmastime, Halloween and more — there are shows jam-packed with songs that celebrate whatever season it is.
Candlelight musicians
Candlelight choose the best of the best when it comes to their musicians. They opt for local talents that have performed in venues across Amsterdam and have hundreds of hours of rehearsal time under their belt. Skilled string quartets and pianists often take to the stage, but the musicians are not always of the classical kind. Jazz bands have been known to bring their own magic to the concert series too.
Fun facts and anecdotes
It’s all about the music at Candlelight, whether that be the live music magic or the stories behind the songs. Between performances, musicians share fun facts and anecdotes about the music they’re playing. That could the inspiration behind a song or a fun fact about the composer or singer they’re paying tribute to. It gives added context to the whole show, so concertgoers walk away with a bit of music knowledge as well as an enchanting musical experience to remember.
