Candlelight Concerts Toronto: Tributes & Holiday Shows (2025-26) • Over Here Toronto

Ever get tired of the same old dinner spots or movie nights and want to do something that actually feels a little special? Then, you’ll love a room filled with hundreds of flickering candles and a live string quartet playing your favorite songs. And that’s exactly what you’ll find in this guide to Toronto’s magical candlelight concerts this winter.

Always check the official event pages for updates, as details are subject to change.

What Are Candlelight Concerts

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Candlelight concerts bring live music into Toronto’s most beautiful spaces — from historic churches to intimate theatres. Each performance unfolds by warm candlelight, turning familiar songs into something deeply atmospheric. Whether it’s a classical tribute or a pop performance, every note feels personal and alive.

December 2025

December’s lineup shines with festive warmth and nostalgia. You’ll find tributes to Céline Dion, Justin Bieber, and Ed Sheeran alongside holiday performances like Christmas Carols on Strings and A Charlie Brown Christmas. It’s the perfect way to end the year — surrounded by soft light and timeless music.

Candlelight: Tribute to Céline Dion

A heartfelt concert featuring Céline’s most loved songs performed by a live string ensemble. It’s powerful, emotional, and surprisingly intimate.

When: December 21, 2025 (2026 dates also available)
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Justin Bieber

Bieber’s biggest hits get a fresh spin through classical instruments. It’s a fun mix of familiar pop energy and unexpected elegance.

When: December 21, 2025
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

Classic carols are reimagined with soft strings and candlelight. It feels like the season’s soundtrack performed just for you.

When: December 26, 2025
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Charlie Brown Christmas ft. Thompson Egbo-Egbo

The Peanuts classic comes to life with live jazz by Toronto’s Thompson Egbo-Egbo. It’s equal parts nostalgia and smooth holiday cheer.

When: December 27, 2025
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Ed Sheeran

Love songs and fan favourites like “Perfect” and “Thinking Out Loud” shine in this beautifully arranged concert.

When: December 28, 2025 (2026 dates also available)
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Experience the hits of two stadium legends in one night. It’s energetic, emotional, and full of those songs you never skip.

When: December 28, 2025 (2026 dates also available)
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

January 2026

January brings a mix of energy and comfort, blending iconic anthems with cinematic scores. Adele, Fleetwood Mac, Coldplay, and The Weeknd all take the spotlight in candlelit settings across the city. If you’re easing into the New Year, these shows offer the right mix of calm and excitement to keep the winter blues away.

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

All the favourites from “Everywhere” to “The Chain,” performed in a way that feels both soothing and emotional.

When: January 8, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny

Reggaeton meets strings in a creative blend that gives Bad Bunny’s songs a whole new rhythm.

When: January 9, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Adele

Every note hits deep in this moving tribute to one of music’s strongest voices. It’s raw, soulful, and beautifully arranged.

When: January 10, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

Relive your favourite movie moments as Hans Zimmer’s iconic scores fill the room through a live orchestra.

When: January 11, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Drake

Toronto’s own superstar gets the candlelight treatment. His hits feel personal, emotional, and completely reimagined.

When: January 11, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to The Weeknd

The Weeknd’s moody hits take on a new dimension through strings and candlelight. It’s smooth, atmospheric, and hypnotic.

When: January 16, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA

A joyful concert that turns ABBA’s disco anthems into a sing-along classical experience. It’s hard not to smile through this one.

When: January 17 & 31, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift

Taylor’s eras are retold through instrumental storytelling. Every song feels tender, honest, and beautifully nostalgic.

When: January 17, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Metallica

A bold crossover where rock meets classical. Metallica’s iconic riffs transform into something powerful and striking.

When: January 18, 2026
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: The Best of Bollywood on Strings

Bollywood’s greatest hits performed live on strings. Expect colour, rhythm, and rich melodies from start to finish.

When: January 24, 2026
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Pink Floyd

An emotional journey through Pink Floyd’s most haunting songs performed with stunning precision.

When: January 24, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Phil Collins

From “You Can’t Hurry Love” to “Another Day In Paradise,” every song feels familiar yet freshly emotional.

When: January 25, 2026
Where: The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay

Coldplay’s most-loved songs, from “Fix You” to “My Universe,” are performed in a candlelit setting that makes every note feel bigger yet more personal.

When: January 30, 2026 (other dates also available)
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

February 2026

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February turns up the romance. From Leonard Cohen tributes to Valentine’s specials and soulful jazz nights, these concerts celebrate love in all its forms. Planning a date night or treating yourself? It’s an easy way to make the coldest month feel a little warmer.

Candlelight: Tribute to Leonard Cohen

Cohen’s thoughtful lyrics and soulful sound take centre stage in a heartfelt performance that feels timeless.

When: February 6, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight Jazz: MF DOOM & Hip-Hop ft. Lavender Town

A clever blend of hip-hop beats and live jazz. It’s creative, stylish, and full of rhythm.

When: February 7, 2026
Where: Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor St W, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special

A concert filled with romantic classics and love songs that make the perfect Valentine’s night out.

When: February 13, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight Valentines: Classical Romance

Classical favourites are performed with a tender, elegant touch, celebrating love in all its forms.

When: February 14, 2026
Where: Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Candlelight Jazz: Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, and the Women of Jazz feat. Joanna Majoko

An inspiring tribute to jazz legends, celebrating their strength, soul, and influence through powerful live performances.

When: February 27, 2026
Where: Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor St W, Toronto)
Tickets/Website: https://feverup.com

Other Candlelight Concerts to Check Out in Toronto

Candlelight: Tribute to Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole – December 21, 2025, and February 6, 2026 at Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor St W, Toronto)
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA – December 28 (2026 dates also available) at The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Candlelight: Tribute to A.R. Rahman – December 28 at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Candlelight: The Sounds of Soul – January 9 at The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons – January 9 & 31 (other dates also available) at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Candlelight: Tribute to Arijit Singh – January 10 at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Candlelight: Kings of R&B: Usher, Mario, and More – January 11 at The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Candlelight: Tribute to Lauryn Hill – January 16 at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Candlelight Jazz: Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, and the Women of Jazz feat. Joanna Majoko – January 17 (other dates also available) at Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor St W, Toronto)
Candlelight: Tribute to Fairuz – January 18 at The Royal Theatre (608 College Street, Toronto)
Candlelight: Best of Joe Hisaishi – January 23 (other dates also available) at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)
Candlelight: From Bach to The Beatles – January 23 at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto)

Tips for Attending a Candlelight Concert in Toronto

If it’s your first time at a candlelight concert, here are a few quick things to know before you go — they’ll make the night smoother (and a lot more enjoyable).

Book your tickets early. Tickets sell fast, and everything happens through the Fever app or website — you can’t buy them at the door.
Arrive early. Doors open usually 20–30 minutes before showtime, and seating is first-come within your zone. Latecomers aren’t allowed in once the music starts, so plan to be there on time.
Leave the flash at home. Photos and videos are only allowed during the final piece, and flash is a no-go. You’ll want to stay in the moment anyway — the lighting and atmosphere do most of the work.
Know your venue. Most Toronto concerts happen at Paradise Theatre, Metropolitan Community Church, The Royal Theatre, or Toronto Reference Library. Paradise Theatre has a bar and café, plus a restaurant (Osteria Rialto) next door if you want to make a night of it.
Accessibility and comfort count. Venues like Paradise Theatre are barrier-free and have accessible seating in Zone C — just email ahead to reserve. Free street and paid parking are nearby, but arriving early helps with both.
Keep your phone quiet. Phones must stay on silent during the show. It’s a small thing, but it keeps the experience peaceful for everyone, especially the musicians.

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