Candlelight venues in Dublin truly show just how varied the city’s live music backdrops can be. St Andrew’s Parish Church, with its neoclassical frontage, dome and stained glass, lends tribute concerts a sense of occasion. On the other hand, The Grand Hall in Ballsbridge brings a different mood again, offering a spacious setting that lets the glow of thousands of candles bounce off high ceilings and refined details. Seeing these spaces bathed in candlelight, is only one reason to attend these performances if you want to hear familiar music in a completely new light.
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Candlelight concert near you: Venues in Dublin
St. Andrew’s Parish Church by Candlelight
Distinguished by its elegant Doric portico and distinctive octagonal bell tower crowned with a striking dome, St. Andrew’s Parish Church creates an intimate setting for live music in Dublin’s city centre. This historic 1830s sanctuary, featuring exceptional acoustics beneath its ornate interior dome, sits perfectly positioned between the iconic Trinity College gates and bustling Grafton Street. Candlelight concerts at St. Andrew’s Parish Church unfold steps from Trinity College and Merrion Square, with Pearse Station directly adjacent and bus routes 1, 7, and 44 stopping at Westland Row.
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St. Andrew’s Parish Church is located at 44 Westland Row, Dublin 2, Dublin.
The Grand Hall by Candlelight
Located within the historic RDS complex in Ballsbridge, The Grand Hall is an elegant event space known for its high ceilings, expansive layout, and refined architectural detailing that lend themselves beautifully to live music. Its spacious interior and balanced acoustics create a welcoming setting for Candlelight concerts, where music resonates beneath a soft glow. Surrounded by leafy avenues and embassies, the venue sits close to Herbert Park and the Aviva Stadium, while nearby Sandymount DART station and central Dublin bus routes make it easily accessible from across the city.
The Grand Hall is located at Anglesea Rd, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Dublin.
Candlelight Reviews in Dublin
These concerts have received countless 5-star reviews by attendees that have praised the venues, atmosphere and talented musicians. Here’s what they had to say about these performances in Dublin:
“Hypnotic performance, what skill to play such beautiful music is a beautiful setting. Well done and thank you for sharing…” – Tribute to Leonard Cohen, 17 April
“Amazing evening!! Great venue.” – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, 10 April
“Great show music was amazing” – Tribute to Taylor Swift, 27 March
“It was a birthday gift to a friend and she really loved it, as did I. Wonderful location and church, the musicians were wonderful. Thank you.” – Tribute to Leonard Cohen, 20 March
“Great music in beautiful location. Respectful atmosphere.” – The Best of Joe Hisaishi, 13 March
More classical concert venues in Dublin
The National Concert Hall: a sought-after space for orchestras, chamber ensembles, and international soloists.
The Gaiety Theatre: a Victorian space that boasts incredible acoustics and welcomes operatic and classical productions.
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre: a performing arts theatre designed by Daniel Libeskind known for ballet, opera, musicals and orchestra concerts.
