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23 Oct 2025

Abba and Coldplay tributes to kick off Derry Candlelight Concert series

The multisensory experience continues at St Columb's Cathedral, creating an intimate atmosphere that has already captivated millions of people in over 150 cities around the world

Abba and Coldplay tributes to kick off Derry Candlelight Concert series

Candlelight series of live concerts, presented by Fever and designed to democratize access to classical music, returns to Derry's St Columb's Cathedral.

Starting in October, St Columb's Cathedral will be transformed into an intimate setting illuminated by thousands of candles to host the first series of performances, kicking off with tributes to ABBA and Coldplay.

Already enjoyed by millions across more than 150 cities worldwide, including London, Paris, and Madrid, Candlelight brings classical music to life in extraordinary spaces beyond traditional concert halls.

In Derry, St Columb's Cathedral offers an ideal atmosphere for this unique experience, where the connection between performers and audience is heightened by the warm, flickering glow of candlelight.

Candlelight collaborates with talented local musicians who share the belief that classical music can resonate with a broader audience.

This innovative format offers a unique musical experience through a diverse selection of programs designed to cater all tastes. Candlelight appeals to a wide range of attendees, including those who might never have considered attending a classical music concert.

In an intimate candlelit setting, audiences can immerse themselves in the timeless masterpieces of composers like Vivaldi, Mozart, and Chopin, while also experiencing fresh, reimagined interpretations of popular hits from artists such as Queen, ABBA, Coldplay, and Ed Sheeran.

Complete programing in Derry: 

Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA, St Columb's Cathedral, October 11 at 7.00pm, From: £15.00. Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/127813 

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay, St Columb's Cathedral, October 11 at 9.00pm, From: £15.00. Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/123987 

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles, St Columb's Cathedral, November 15 at 7.00pm, From: £20.00. Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/395003 

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Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works, St Columb's Cathedral, November 15 at 9.00pm, From: £15.00. Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/127793 

Candlelight Christmas: Love Actually, Home Alone & More, St Columb's Cathedral, December 20 at 7.00pm and 9.00pm, From: £20.00. Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/142493 

For more information about Candlelight click here.

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