Candlelight concerts in Dallas take a distinctly local twist, lighting up landmarks and hidden gems with thousands of candles. The Art Deco grandeur of the Hall of State—with its sweeping proportions and Texas‑proud detailing—adds a sense of occasion to every program, while Edison’s offers an industrial‑chic backdrop of brick walls. These striking settings turn each show into a reminder of why one of the best reasons to attend Candlelight is seeing Dallas’s history and style reframed in such an intimate way.
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Candlelight concert near you: venues in Dallas
Irving Arts Center by Candlelight
The Irving Arts Center by Candlelight sits on North MacArthur Boulevard in the vibrant Las Colinas neighborhood, surrounded by lush grounds and offering over 91,000 square feet of creative space for Candlelight concerts at Irving Arts Center and live music in Las Colinas. Visitors enjoy proximity to Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Las Colinas and AMC Irving Mall 14, with easy access to DART bus routes for a seamless night out in the Dallas area.
Irving Arts Center is located at 3333 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving.
Edison’s by Candlelight
Edison’s, just one mile south of downtown, impresses with 12,000 square feet of versatile event space featuring The Gatsby and The Bentley rooms, exposed brick, wooden beams, and a 1947 Bentley centerpiece. Candlelight concerts at Edison’s deliver live music in South Dallas near the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, with DART’s Cedars Station conveniently close for transit access. Free on-site parking is available for guests. Learn more about Edison’s.
Edison’s is located at 1724 Cockrell Avenue, Dallas.
First Presbyterian Church of Dallas by Candlelight
Founded in 1856, First Presbyterian Church of Dallas impresses with its Neoclassical architecture, grand Corinthian columns, and striking stained-glass windows by the Kansas City Stained Glass Works Company. Candlelight concerts at First Presbyterian Church of Dallas fill the semicircular amphitheater with live music in the heart of downtown, just steps from the Dallas Farmers Market and within easy reach of DART’s St. Paul Station for seamless transit.
First Presbyterian Church of Dallas is located at 1835 Young Street, Dallas.
Cathedral of Hope by Candlelight
Candlelight concerts at Cathedral of Hope unfold beneath soaring architecture and graceful contemporary design, creating a setting where music feels both intimate and uplifting. Located in the Oak Lawn area, this striking venue brings live music in Oak Lawn to life amid the glow of thousands of candles. Just minutes from Dallas Love Field and close to the boutiques and restaurants of Cedar Springs Road, it is easily reached via DART bus services along Inwood Road and Cedar Springs. The atmosphere balances grandeur and warmth, allowing every melody to resonate beautifully.
Cathedral of Hope is located at 5910 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas.
Candlelight Reviews in Dallas
From the stunning venues to the talented musicians, concertgoers in Dallas have praised these live music shows, giving them 5 stars:
“Absolutely fantastic! Such a great experience! The musicians were amazing!” – Tribute to Coldplay, May 24
“I really enjoyed myself tonight!! I had a date accompanying me. It was the first time for the both of us going to a concert of this nature. It was really cool!” – 90s Hip-Hop on Strings, May 14
“Great performers! Very entertaining and personable. The Joule was a very cool venue!” – Back in Black, May 9
“The musicians were really good – his voice was so spot on, and who doesn’t love the location – it all added up to be a great evening. This is the perfect little date night!” – The Best of Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole, April 26
“[First Presbyterian Church of Dallas] was awesome inside. The sound off the walls and high ceiling was “ – Best of Bridgerton on Strings, April 23
More classical concert venues in Dallas
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center: an acoustically-renowned, 2,062-seat concert hall with striking glass walls and a 4,535-pipe Fisk organ, home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
Winspear Opera House: a state-of-the-art, 2,200-seat venue featuring a distinctive red glass facade, adjustable acoustics, and a spacious sunken performance chamber.
Moody Performance Hall: an intimate, 750-seat contemporary space with flexible staging, warm wood accents, and advanced lighting, perfect for ensembles, soloists, and diverse cultural events.
