Candlelight: Christmas Classics comes to Discovery Place Science on Friday, December 18, 2026. A string quartet performs beloved Christmas classics surrounded by hundreds of glowing candles, with three seatings at 4:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 8:30 PM. See our guide to events this weekend in Carolina to plan the rest of your week.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, December 18, 2026
- Time: 4:30 PM, 6:30 PM, and 8:30 PM (60 minutes)
- Venue: Discovery Place Science
- Address: 301 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
- Tickets: From $35.50 via Fever
What to expect at Candlelight: Christmas Classics
Candlelight concerts pair a live string quartet with a sea of flickering candles, turning classic Christmas songs into an intimate, atmospheric evening. Expect timeless holiday favorites performed in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, with seating assigned by zone. Doors open early, so plan to arrive in time to find your seats and settle in before the first note.
Getting to Discovery Place Science
Discovery Place Science is at 301 North Tryon Street in Uptown Charlotte. Paid parking is available in nearby garages, and the venue is a short walk from the LYNX Blue Line and the 7th Street Public Market.
Tickets
Tickets for Candlelight: Christmas Classics start at $35.50 and are on sale now. Get tickets for Candlelight: Christmas Classics.
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