The Candlelight concert series features some of the best in Lisbon, with tributes to some of the city’s most popular artists, such as ABBA and Queen. Taking place in stunning venues such as the Altis Grand Hotel and the Pestana Palace Lisboa, these concerts allow you to relax and enjoy the music by the light of thousands of candles. New tributes to classical music are launched every season, always offering you unique and memorable experiences in the city’s landmark venues.
For those looking for something memorable to offer their loved ones on special occasions, treat yourself to live music this season with the Candlelight Gift Card.
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Candlelight highlights
Candlelight: The best of Hans Zimmer
Each chord seems to open secret doors: sometimes to distant realms swept by the wind, sometimes to emotions stored deep in the memory. The candlelight dances to the rhythm of the strings, creating a scene where everything vibrates, breathes and transforms. And there, at the precise instant when the sound envelops you completely, the real world dissolves, letting you float inside the stories that have always touched you, as if cinema had finally found its own beating heart.
Candlelight: Christmas Classics
Christmas melodies rise slowly, shimmering like snowflakes that dance in the air before landing. Each note carries the scent of childhood, of lit fireplaces, illuminated streets and smiles that arrive without warning. The music wraps around you tenderly, rekindling memories that warm your chest and making room for new ones – silent, luminous, made to last.
Candlelight: The best of ABBA
Between “Dancing Queen” and “Mamma Mia”, the night lights up with rhythm and memory. “Fernando” blows tenderness, “Waterloo” brings explosion, and “The Winner Takes It All” suspends the heart for an instant. Each song – from “Chiquitita” to “Voulez-Vous ” – transforms the room into a living glow where ABBA’s music envelops you for a night you’ll never forget.
All Candlelight concerts in Lisbon
Thousands of candlelight concerts have already taken place in incredible venues in our city, and there are many more to come, always in beautiful and special places.

What they say about Candlelight
“Spectacular! We loved the Muse quartet and the interaction with the audience!” — Candlelight: Queen vs. The Beatles, November 7
“Spectacular! Impeccable! Very pleasant atmosphere! I recommend it to everyone! I want to come back. ❤️” — Candlelight: The Best of the 80s, November 7
“Good morning. Congratulations to the MUSA quartet!!! We really enjoyed the concert and the beautiful venue, which we didn’t know. We leave you with a challenge: do a concert of the best of the 80s, but with Portuguese songs. The voices of the audience will be heard a lot more!!! Cheers and many successes.” — Candlelight: The Best of the 80s, November 7th
“Phenomenal and very emotional. To be repeated without a doubt” — Candlelight: The best of Hans Zimmer, October 25
“Magnificent! Very well organized in a very pleasant space. To be repeated…” — Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons, October 25

Candlelight venues in Lisbon
The best Candlelight concerts in Lisbon take place in stunning and emblematic venues, such as the Church of Santa Catarina, the Royal Treasure Museum and the Altis Grand Hotel. These venues provide an intimate and enchanting atmosphere, illuminated by thousands of candles, offering a unique multi-sensory experience.
Reasons to go to Candlelight concerts
There are many reasons to attend Candlelight concerts in Lisbon, where the delicate glow of thousands of candles transforms iconic venues into enchanting spaces that captivate all the senses. These concerts feature highly talented musicians whose passion brings every note to life, creating an intimate and magical atmosphere. They break down barriers around classical music, making it accessible and engaging for everyone. Each season, new tributes to classical music and popular artists offer fresh and memorable experiences for music lovers.